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Dobson & Parnell, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Dobson & Parnell

4.5
4.5
2530 Reviews
£26 to £40
British
A photo of Dobson & Parnell restaurant

Dobson & Parnell

4.5
£26 to £40
British
Newcastle upon Tyne

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2 people
23:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
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

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European, English
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 17:30–21:30 Thu–Sat 12:00–14:00 Sun 12:00–16:00
  • Phone number
    0191 221 0904
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Troy Terrington
  • Catering
    Troy’s menus change daily depending on the freshest produce he can find &amp; he uses ethically-sourced local, seasonal produce direct from nearby farms &amp; markets. There is a strong focus on sustainability &amp; the kitchen team specialises in preserving techniques such as curing, smoking, salting &amp; fermenting. 3 course set menu &amp; a la carte menu.<br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant can comfortably accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated private event or 100 guests standing.For smaller parties we also have the option of our stylish bar area which can seat up to 24 guests.

Experiences

  • New Years Eve 7 Course Tasting Menu-£10pp deposit

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate the end of the year with a culinary adventure and indulge in a very special seven-course gastronomic journey around the fine-dining menu at Dobson & Parnell for £79.50pp. Troy Terrington, chef patron has carefully devised a creative seasonal tasting menu, together with the option of matching wines, showcasing the very best of refined British and European cuisine. Please let us know if you have any allergies or dietary requirements when booking. To view the menu please visit our website.
    New Years Eve 7 Course Tasting Menu-£10pp deposit photo
  • Valentine's Evening Tasting Menu-£10pp deposit

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Celebrate Valentine's evening with a culinary adventure and indulge in a very special seven-course gastronomic journey around the fine-dining menu at Dobson & Parnell for £79.50pp. The chef's have carefully devised a creative seasonal tasting menu, together with the option of matching wines, showcasing the very best of refined British and European cuisine. Please let us know if you have any allergies or dietary requirements when booking.
    Valentine's Evening Tasting Menu-£10pp deposit photo

What 2,530 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Great for fine wines

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Romantic

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    British

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Innovative

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Great for fine wines

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Romantic

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dobson & Parnell offers an inviting atmosphere with "fantastic food" and "lovely staff." Ideal for both casual dining and special events, the restaurant boasts a "sensible menu" and "excellent service." While some reviews mention room for improvement, the overall experience is "highly recommended" for its ambiance and culinary delights.

2,530 Reviews
  1. Kate

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely set menu for our Christmas work lunch. We had Santa hats on our table to make sure we all felt festive and the service was outstanding. Lovely food and environment and would highly recommend.

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  2. Karen

    London

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    overall slightly disappointed. food felt like it had been standing before being brought out. coffees were brought about 10 minutes before desserts, which is poor. could have all easily been a lot better

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  3. caroline

    Newcastle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    good food, difficult to know prices as menu only had 3 courses pricing and we didnt want dessert. 5 people was £380. Only negative 1 of the party didn't want chips with their duck wellington and asked for any other type of potatoes. Was told could only have chips, when my cod dish came with a diferent type of potatoe. A fine dining place should have been able to accomodate this simple request.

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  4. Hellen

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fab Sunday lunch! Lovely experience- we’ll be back, thank you!
    Dobson & ParnellResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! 😊 We're thrilled to hear you had a fantastic Sunday lunch and enjoyed your experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! 🥂🍴

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  5. Thomas

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have visited D&P a few times now and will keep returning, we enjoyed our meals. A great menu to choose from and always very helpful when catering for my daughter who is gluten, lactose and dairy free. Food was great again and delivered by a great team.
    Dobson & ParnellResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind review! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear you’ve enjoyed your visits to Dobson & Parnell and that our team has been able to accommodate your daughter’s dietary needs. It’s wonderful to know you appreciate our menu and service—we’ll be sure to pass your compliments on to the team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another great experience! 🥂🍴

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  6. David

    Hertfordshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food, wine and lovely venue. We were unfortunate in that our waitress was unfriendly and provided a very poor welcome and service throughout. The other staff who came to our table were very friendly and were checking in on us. When food arrives be great for staff to explain the food , where it is sourced, how prepared etc. .
    Dobson & ParnellResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback. We’re so glad you enjoyed the food, wine, and venue! It’s disappointing to hear that the service didn’t meet your expectations, and we sincerely apologize for the experience you had with your waitress. We’ll address this with our team to ensure we’re providing a welcoming atmosphere from start to finish. We also appreciate your suggestion about explaining the dishes upon arrival. We’ll certainly look into incorporating more details about the food and its sourcing to enhance the overall experience. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts, and we hope to welcome you back soon!

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  7. Donna

    County Durham

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Black pudding starter gorgeous. We paid for the matched wine option which was perfect. Staff very knowledgeable regarding both food and wine. Main course of chicken was again lovely but not very hot but other members of our groups was. Frangipan tart gorgeous. Only thing that marred our visit was the temperature in the restaurant, I’m aware they had problems but we were really cold and would probably have stayed longer enjoying the experience if we weren’t so cold. Other than that it was great.
    Dobson & ParnellResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave such detailed feedback! 😊 We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the black pudding starter, matched wines, and frangipane tart—it’s wonderful to know the team’s knowledge and pairings hit the mark. We’re sorry the temperature in the restaurant impacted your visit. We appreciate your understanding as we work through the issue and will do our best to ensure a more comfortable temperature next time. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience! 🥂🍴

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  8. John

    Lincolnshire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The surroundings are nice and the staff are friendly and good. The kitchen was slow and for an 8pm booking, we received our main course after 9.30pm. The starters were good but the main was disappointing.
    Dobson & ParnellResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the surroundings and found the staff friendly and attentive. We’re very sorry to hear about the delay with your main course and that it didn’t meet your expectations. We understand how important timing and quality are, and we’ll be addressing this with our kitchen team to ensure a better experience next time. We hope you’ll give us another chance to provide the great dining experience we strive for. Thank you again for your review!

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  9. Jo-Ann

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1st time at Dobson &Parnell. Food was amazing, staff were attentive and really friendly. Would recommend and will be back
    Dobson & ParnellResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your lovely review! 😊 We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your first visit to Dobson & Parnell. It’s wonderful to know the food impressed you and our team made you feel so welcome. We can’t wait to have you back again soon—thank you for the recommendation! 🥂🍴

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  10. Drew

    Manchester

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and venue excellent, food decent without being exceptional, but overall a nice good value lunch
    Dobson & ParnellResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback! 😊 We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the service and venue and found the lunch to be good value. We appreciate your honest comments about the food and will share them with our team as we continually strive to improve. We hope to welcome you back soon for another visit and the opportunity to exceed your expectations! 🍴✨

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FAQs

Dobson & Parnell is rated 4.5 stars by 2530 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Dobson & Parnell restaurant

Dobson & Parnell

4.5
£26 to £40
British
Newcastle upon Tyne

Make a booking

2 people
23:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Dobson & Parnell

19-21 Queen Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 3UG

Additional information

  • Area
    Newcastle upon Tyne
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 17:30–21:30 Thu–Sat 12:00–14:00 Sun 12:00–16:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European, English
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of metered roadside parking
  • Public transit
    Central Station 8 minute walk. Quaylink bus 1 minute
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Troy Terrington
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    0191 221 0904
  • Catering
    Troy’s menus change daily depending on the freshest produce he can find &amp; he uses ethically-sourced local, seasonal produce direct from nearby farms &amp; markets. There is a strong focus on sustainability &amp; the kitchen team specialises in preserving techniques such as curing, smoking, salting &amp; fermenting. 3 course set menu &amp; a la carte menu.<br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant can comfortably accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated private event or 100 guests standing.For smaller parties we also have the option of our stylish bar area which can seat up to 24 guests.
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