Blackfriars Restaurant

Name: Blackfriars Restaurant
Address: Friars Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom, NE1 4XN
Telephone: 0191 261 5945
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.6

4.6

6435 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, English
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–16:00 Afternoon Tea Fri, Sat 14:45–16:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:30
Phone number
0191 261 5945
Website
http://www.blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chris Wardale
Catering
At Blackfriars we serve a classic but gutsy traditional/historic British menu using local and seasonal ingredients. There’s an abundance of great produce all around us; mouth-watering aged beef, award-winning cheeses, really good organic vegetables, super-fresh fish and local beers. A well-priced Set Menu at lunch, a la carte menu in the evening.
Private party facilities
Blackfriars offers an exciting range of events for private and corporate groups from 8- 50 people. Some ideas of what we offer: Cocktails & Canapes, Pizza and Prosecco Nights, Gin O'clock -a tasting of gins, Come Wine with Me: A beginners' guide to wine tasting, Medieval Banquets and private dining in our Cookery School, Banquet Hall & Tasting Room

Location
Friars Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 4XN
Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Parking details
Car park opposite
Public transit
Newcastle Central Station
Entertainment
Medieval Banquets Roast Suckling Pygge with all the trimmings Bread-making Workshops Kids Cookery Dinner Party Cooking Lessons Food and Wine Evenings
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Morning Cookery Club - Nigerian
£75.00 per person
Prepaid
20 Feb 2025 only
Considered an ancestor of traditional American soul food – think jambalaya or gumbo - Nigerian cuisine offers a bright and colourful selection of meat and vegetable dishes that tantalise your senses. Nigerians are known for their love of parties and gatherings, thus Nigerian dishes are designed to celebrate life! On this session our chef will introduce you to some authentic Nigerian ingredients and cookery techniques so you can celebrate the iconic culinary gems of Nigeria and West African cookery right at home! Suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Afternoon Tea
£25.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
You can enjoy homemade sandwiches and pastries, freshly made scones and cakes along with a cup of tea or glass of fizz either in our King's Suite, Cloister Garden, Parlour Bar or Restaurant. Please let us know of any dietaries or allergies upon booking. We're currently unable to accommodate a vegan afternoon tea. Available on Fridays and Saturdays between 2.45-4.00pm. Please note; Afternoon Tea may be served in our King's Suite, which is located on the first floor. If you require a more accessible table, please get in touch to let us know.
Tapas & Tipples tasting
£39.50 per person
Prepaid
22 Feb 2025 only
Whether it be the classic, traditional Catalonian tapas or a local Geordie twist on the popular Spanish snack, everyone seems to love those beautiful little lovingly-made mouthfuls washed down with a glass of local wine – a perfect snack for enjoying whilst propping up a bar on Barcelona’s Calle Blai. Join us at Blackfriars where you will sample a selection of wines from around the Spanish speaking world. During the two-hour tasting, led by our wine expert, you will learn how to taste wine like the experts do, sampling wines from Spain and Latin America paired with a selection of tapas from Blackfriars’ kitchen.

What 6,435 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Newcastle and Northumberland
Gluten-free-friendly
Newcastle and Northumberland
Romantic
Newcastle and Northumberland
British
Newcastle and Northumberland
Most Booked
Newcastle upon Tyne
Best Ambience
Newcastle upon Tyne
Romantic
Newcastle upon Tyne
Good for special occasions
Newcastle upon Tyne
Vegetarian-friendly
Newcastle upon Tyne
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Blackfriars Restaurant is a "beautiful venue" with "wonderful food" and a "historical ambience" that enhances its charm. Guests consistently praise the "friendly and knowledgeable staff" and the "excellent service." Special events like cookery classes are described as "superb," making it a favorite for both locals and visitors.

6,435 Reviews

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Alyson
Newcastle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had Sunday lunch which was fantastic, planned on two courses but ended up having three courses as the food was so delicious!
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Jon
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Visited Newcastle a number of times but how have we missed Blackfriars’s?!? Fantastic unpretentious restaurant with great food, attentive staff and wonderful ambience - if you come to Newcastle you must try to visit
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Pam
Newcastle
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing lunch delicious food , excellent service and a lovely ambiance. Thank you
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Christopher James
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great venue, excellent staff, tables spaced out nicely. Expensive but you get what you pay for.
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Andrew
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful dinning experience. I had the catch of the day sea trout which was perfect in every aspect. My only enquiry is the sea trout season does not start until April. How was it the catch of the day
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Becky
Newcastle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The Winter Menu 2025 was really delicious. Allergy orders are taken by a manager, the allergen matrix is super clear to read to easily identify swaps. We had pre-ordered drinks for our arrival which took a short while to arrive, however the wine pairings for our starters/mains were prompt and accompanied by a knowledgeable explanation of origin. A nice chilled out vibe for lunch and fantastically great food. Hope to visit again to sample dinner some day!
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Vikki
Derbyshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you to the team, what a fabulous lunch. It went perfectly thank you
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Elizabeth
Newcastle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic time with Emma leading our cookery class in the cookery school. Very informative (and delicious) with things to take away at the end. you get a drink on arrival and drink with your food after you have finished cooking also which made the whole experience even better. I would highly recommend this experience and looking forward to our next opportunity to drop in.
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Pamela
Newcastle
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful place, staff are efficient, attentive and very knowledgeable about their products
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Janet
Yorkshire
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gorgeous food, lovely staff will definitely be coming back
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Blackfriars Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 6435 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Friars Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 4XN

Additional information

Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–16:00 Afternoon Tea Fri, Sat 14:45–16:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:30
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, English
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Car park opposite
Public transit
Newcastle Central Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chris Wardale
Entertainment
Medieval Banquets Roast Suckling Pygge with all the trimmings Bread-making Workshops Kids Cookery Dinner Party Cooking Lessons Food and Wine Evenings
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/
Phone number
0191 261 5945
Catering
At Blackfriars we serve a classic but gutsy traditional/historic British menu using local and seasonal ingredients. There’s an abundance of great produce all around us; mouth-watering aged beef, award-winning cheeses, really good organic vegetables, super-fresh fish and local beers. A well-priced Set Menu at lunch, a la carte menu in the evening.
Private party facilities
Blackfriars offers an exciting range of events for private and corporate groups from 8- 50 people. Some ideas of what we offer: Cocktails & Canapes, Pizza and Prosecco Nights, Gin O'clock -a tasting of gins, Come Wine with Me: A beginners' guide to wine tasting, Medieval Banquets and private dining in our Cookery School, Banquet Hall & Tasting Room

Blackfriars Restaurant

Make a booking

Additional information

Experiences

Morning Cookery Club - Nigerian

Afternoon Tea

Tapas & Tipples tasting

Menu

What 6,435 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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