Best Seasonal Restaurants in Whickham

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. The Broad Chare

4.8

Exceptional(3239)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 29 times today

We’re big on warmth, low on fussiness: stripped wood floors, high bar stools, painted brickwork and comfy leather banquettes. Sup your pint beside our polished-oak bar or tuck yourself away in the Snug behind the frosted glass partition. You can hear yourself talk, concentrate on the crossword or nod off quietly in the corner.To help keep everyone safe, our teams will continue to wear face masks and we'd love you to do the same when nentering and moving around the pub and dining room.Thank you for your continued support and understanding and we look forward to seeing you.

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2. Blackfriars Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(6452)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 35 times today

Blackfriars is located in a 13th century medieval friary where it once served as the refectory for the Dominican friars, making it one of the oldest purpose-built dining rooms in the UK.The restaurant serves a classic, gutsy British menu sourcing seasonal produce from local farms and markets accompanied by a large award-winning wine list. It also has an adjoining 50-seat Banquet Hall for private parties and weddings and above the restaurant is a Cookery School and Wine/Beer/Whisky Tasting Room. See their website for a full list of what’s on.Blackfriars has won a host of awards including The Taste of the North East winner in the North East Tourism Awards, Best Sunday Lunch in Newcastle by readers of the Independent, Best restaurant in the North East/Newcastle’ by readers of The Observer and Metro Newspaper. It has an AA rosette, inclusion in the Which? Good Food Guide, Hardens and Michelin Guides.

3. Hibou Blanc

4.6

Exceptional(1356)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 11 times today

This magical Edwardian building has been transformed to a beautiful bar, restaurant and private room where we hope to deliver to our customers an experience you won’t find anywhere else in Newcastle. Join us to dine in our elegant brasserie which aims to serve classic dishes, including a generous Sunday lunch, using the very best ingredients with plenty of flavor but no fuss or in the bar for some light bites and fantastic drinks curated by a team of some of Newcastle best mixologists.Above all we want you to relax, enjoy the music and feel at home here at Hibou Blanc.Please note our bar operates on a walk-in only basis, and you can book our main restaurant to enjoy both our lunch and our a la carte menu. When joining for Afternoon Tea please state this in your booking notes.

4. Dobson & Parnell

4.5

Awesome(2573)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 8 times today

Dobson & Parnell is a bustling, smart, reliable and grown-up restaurant on Newcastle’s vibrant quayside. Its understated elegant dining room adds a touch of Victorian glamour and comfort.Specialising in perfectly-executed, refined European cuisine, using ethically-sourced local seasonal produce direct from nearby farms and markets, the sustainable kitchen specialises in preserving techniques such as curing, smoking, salting, brining and fermenting.We are listed in the Michelin Guide, voted in the top 10 list of restaurants in Newcastle by NGI and listed in the Good Food Guide & Hardens Guide

5. Six Baltic

4.7

Exceptional(1111)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 15 times today

Refined modern British cuisine meets unparalleled panoramic views of the Newcastle cityscape in BALTIC’s stylish quayside rooftop restaurant.Menus are inspired by the very best seasonal, local artisan ingredients, whilst a carefully curated wine list draws from both new and old worlds.The sleek, elegant dining room, complete with a chef’s table, offers an indulgent six course tasting experience. More casual small plates and sharing dishes are served in the opulent viewing box.SIX’s stunning centrepiece bar serves innovative cocktails and both draught and bottled beers, with an emphasis on local breweries and distilleries.

6. Gaucho Newcastle

4.5

Awesome(540)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steak • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 26 times today

This Mother’s Day, treat your Mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Gaucho. Tuck into a traditional Sunday Roast with an Argentine twist, or dine from our delicious à la carte menu, accompanied by an extensive selection of wines from Argentina and beyond. Gaucho is now the custodian of a painstakingly restored Grade II-listed building on Pilgrim Street, blending a sophisticated elegance with industrial elements, reflecting the city’s legacy for impeccable craftsmanship. With a sweeping centerpiece bar that’s perfect for early evening drinks and a wide-plan restaurant with an open kitchen, it will become the restaurant to see and be seen in this great city.

7. 21

4.8

Exceptional(5346)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 20 times today

21’s cooking is big on flavour and short on fuss. We’re talking about a style which embraces the seasons and where the ingredients are king. Expect to find stylish, imaginative dishes – which don’t pander to fads or fashion…………and still have room for pudding. Expect a warm welcome, generous hospitality and service that is both friendly and correct.A city centre restaurant with a city centre buzz. In the heart of Newcastle's Quayside, 21 has an excitement and warmth all of its own. Smart but not stuffy, sleek but not pretentious, fun but not gimmicky - It's about eating good food in comfortably stylish surroundings. Menus include Lunch and Early Evening Fixed Price, Five Course Seasonal and à la Carte.

8. St Vincent

4.8

Exceptional(862)

££££Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 17 times today

Part wine bar, part restaurant, a city centre venue with a city centre buzz. St. Vincent is an after-work drinks spot, supper-with-friends place and general 'snack-with-a-glass-or-two' hang out with a big-hearted 'everybody welcome' attitude. Inspired by the neighbourhood bars we've found on our travels through France and Italy, we offer interesting wines, charcuterie and crowd pleasing plates full of punchy flavours. We're a place where an hour spins into several without anyone noticing. Open evenings Tuesday to Friday, all day Saturday and close late. Enough said. Come and find out.

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9. Peace and Loaf Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2603)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 3 times today

Headed up by Chef / Owner Dave Coulson, Peace & Loaf is a restaurant unlike any other in the region. Dave has an unrivalled reputation and passion for creating flavoursome and innovative dishes, which shows with the diverse menu and delicately decorated food on offer. Highlighting the importance of using only the freshest, locally sourced produce, Peace & Loaf will offer exciting, seasonal menus that will incorporate Dave’s signature dishes. Heavily inspired by traditional British cuisine with Dave’s own inventive flare, the meticulously crafted dishes will excite and intrigue even the most discerning of palates.

10. Quay 7

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3.9

Excellent(12)

££££Price: Moderate

• International • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 1 time today

Located in the heart of the city, Quay 7 at the Copthorne Hotel Newcastle is a dining destination with a stunning waterfront terrace overlooking the River Tyne. Relax in the cosy indoor space on the Quayside and enjoy a selection of beers, wines, cocktails, and champagne. The menu features a delicious mix of fresh snacks, afternoon tea, hearty mains, and classic British favourites. Whether it’s a mid-week lunch or a romantic dinner, Quay 7 offers a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. In the warmer months, guests can dine al fresco on the terrace while taking in panoramic river views.

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Jonathan
Surrey •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food and friendly service. It was nice to enjoy a lovely family meal.Thank you.
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The Broad CharePrice: Expensive• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.8
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Paul
Yorkshire •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food quality and service were very good. We were disappointed however, after ordering a bottle of still water we received a bottle of tap water which in which you could taste the chlorine. For this we were charged £3.50 + 10% which rather took the shine of the lunch experience.
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Blackfriars RestaurantPrice: Expensive• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.7
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Peter
London •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Not the best restaurant in Newcastle but pretty good. Staff were very friendly and the food was very good
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Dobson & ParnellPrice: Expensive• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.5
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Linda
Newcastle and Northumberland •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Perfect food and very professional attentive staff .
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Hibou BlancPrice: Expensive• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.6
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Peter
Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
Fantastic tasting menu, with locally sourced produces. A real treat, and lovely wine pairing!
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Six BalticPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.7

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