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1. Gaucho Newcastle

4.5

Awesome(540)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steak • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 25 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.

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2. Côte Brasserie - Newcastle

4.7

Exceptional(136)

££££Price: Moderate

• French • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 47 times today

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

3. Hibou Blanc

4.6

Exceptional(1356)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 10 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.

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4. The French Quarter

4.8

Exceptional(2550)

££££Price: Expensive

• French • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 26 times today

The French Quarter is a relaxed neighbourhood restaurant & wine Bar in a community of unique and quirky businesses in Newcastle city Centre. We are a friendly and approachable team of people, with a passion for the good things in life. Born from nostalgia for a traditional style of commerce and a desire to challenge perceptions that French dining is formal or fussy, we work with independent suppliers to offer a regularly changing wine list & tapas style menu. We have created a casual and sociable environment where customers are invited to experience our food, try our wines, shop from our deli and share our love of all things French!

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5. Blackfriars Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(6453)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 28 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.

6. Pho - Newcastle

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4.6

Exceptional(22)

££££Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 40 times today

Pho Newcastle is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant with loads of vegan and gluten free options. We specialise in pho, the Vietnamese noodle soup, and also serve delicious curries, rice dishes, wok-fried noodles and healthy salads, too. We also have loads of starters that are perfect for sharing with friends and family. Over a third of our menu is vegan, and nearly all of it is gluten-free, so we are a great destination for people who follow those particular diets. We are accredited by Coeliac UK. Aside from our lovely food we offer a brilliant range of healthy juices, as well as delicious wine and beer, and a fantastic cocktail menu too. If you’re unable to dine-in, you can click & collect your order, or find us on Deliveroo. We look forward to welcoming you!

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7. Saltwater Fish Company

4.9

Exceptional(1458)

££££Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 11 times today

Designed for seafood lovers – Saltwater Fish Company, situated in Fenwick Foodhall, operates as both a Fish Bar and Fishmonger with a ‘we cook what we sell, we sell what we cook’ philosophy. There’s no fuss – just a passion for seafood, simple yet creative cooking and friendly service.

8. Social Bird

4.4

Awesome(33)

££££Price: Moderate

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 3 times today

NOT YOUR TYPICAL BIRD We're up for doing things a lil' differently. Bringing you food and drinks you'll rave about in a laid-back setting. There's no stuffy rules here. Our space is for everyone. Cosy coffees and quick lunches. Co-working or catch-ups. Sit-down dinners to feeling fancy Friday night cocktails. This simple style guide is here to take you under it's wing. Welcoming hotel guests and locals alike, Social Bird is an ideal go to for those wishing to enjoy the bustling nightlife or visiting one of the many music or theatre venues in the city. So, whether you are indulging in the ballet at the Theatre Royal, cheering on your team at St James Park, or dancing the night away watching your favourite band at the Utilita Arena .. the Social Bird is the perfect place to start your adventure.

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9. Soho Korean & Japanese Street Food

4.7

Exceptional(430)

££££Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 4 times today

At Soho we are a restaurant located just opposite St james park football ground. We specialise in Korean & Japanese Food. Our concept focuses on a range of small plates including Robata Grill, Sushi & Seafood with a number of large plates available. Our chefs focus on a combination of big flavours and presentation. As well as a restaurant we are also a bar serving asian inspired cocktails, wines and beers from around the world.

10. Café 21 Fenwick

4.5

Awesome(408)

££££Price: Moderate

• Cafe Dining • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 6 times today

A home from home where hospitality comes first. Café 21 is a sociable and effortlessly stylish space, serving crafted comforts, lunch bites and sweet treats. This breakfast, lunch and early evening venue is the place for a mid-shopping trip lunch, business meeting, afternoon tea, or a quiet cup of the good stuff. A place where ‘me time’ matters.Booking is not required however we do take reservations from 2:00 onwards for Afternoon Tea.Our last booking is at 4:45pm Monday to Saturday and 3:45 on Sunday.

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Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire •2 reviews
5.0
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Great evening. Service top rate. Good and good value food. Fantastic ambiance
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Côte Brasserie - NewcastlePrice: Moderate• French• Newcastle upon Tyne
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Paul
Yorkshire •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day 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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London •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely atmosphere, friendly helpful staff and superbly tasty food
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The French QuarterPrice: Expensive• French• Newcastle upon Tyne
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Linda
Newcastle and Northumberland •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Perfect food and very professional attentive staff .
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Hibou BlancPrice: Expensive• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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