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Dobson & Parnell, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Dobson & Parnell

4.5
4.5
2540 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
22:30
Booked 11 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
  • Website
    http://dobsonandparnell.co.uk/
  • 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

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 2,540 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Great for fine wines

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Romantic

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Good for special occasions

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Good for business meals

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Innovative

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Healthy

  • 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.

2,540 Reviews

  1. Tracey

    Newcastle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jusy Perfect. Delicious GF Beef tartare, Roast Cod and Christmas Pudding & my husband had Game Terrine, Roast Turkey & Christmas Pudding. The staff are all so professional, kind & friendly. The Chefs amazing. Thank you everyone for a wonderful Sunday Lunch 😊

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  2. Liam

    Newcastle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have wanted to try here for a while and I honestly could not have asked for more. The food was amazing and full of flavour with every bite, the staff were polite and very attentive. I cannot wait to go back.

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  3. Laura

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time dining here and will definitely be back! Myself and my boyfriend came for a Christmas night out the weekend before Christmas and the food and service was flawless. Very friendly and attentive staff. Wish I got the name of our lovely waitress she was great! Food was excellent. The Santa hats on the table to wear and the welcome drinks were a lovley touch also. My boyfriend has a sensitivity/intolerance to cream in his food (ie sauces, creamy veg etc) and the attention to detail and substitutes offered by staff resulted in us both having a really enjoyable meal. We’ve never had such good service relating to his intolerance before so huge thanks for that! We will definitely be back!

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  4. Fiona

    Newcastle

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was from set menu. Starter lovely main was good It was the drinking glasses that had an awful smell from dishwasher 3 glasses were sent back. So water was tainted fizz was tainted and I managed to change mine before pouring red wine Staff were very polite

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  5. Paul

    Newcastle

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Been here several times this was the most disappointing won't be back.

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  6. Stephen

    Newcastle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and welcoming, attentive service, great atmosphere . We all loved our Christmas lunch and thought it was great value for the quality

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  7. Janice

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fab restaurant, beautifully and tastefully decorated for Christmas & even Santa hats touch for each diner. Soft background music, great ambiance. Staff all lovely and the food was exceptional & excellent value for money
    Dobson & ParnellResponded on 19 December 2024
    Thank you for such a wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the festive decorations, ambiance, and the little touches like the Santa hats. It’s fantastic to know you found the food exceptional and great value for money, and we’ll be sure to pass your lovely comments on to our team. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable visit!

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  8. Nicky

    Newcastle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Serve was quite slow and we often had to ask for service. Food overall was great but the petit fours were dismissal. I think the chef needs to google what they should look like. 2 cubes of fudge, a blob of gel, the topping from the trifle and another random item were not appealing and not petit fours!
    Dobson & ParnellResponded on 19 December 2024
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. While I’m pleased to hear you enjoyed the food overall, I’m sorry that the service was slower than expected and that the petit fours didn’t meet your expectations. Your comments about the petit fours are noted, and I’ll be sharing them with our chef to ensure we review and refine this offering. We aim to provide an exceptional dining experience in every aspect, and it’s clear we fell short on this occasion. We appreciate your honest feedback and hope we can welcome you back in the future to provide a more seamless and enjoyable experience.

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  9. Martin

    Newcastle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service and atmosphere. I highly recommend a trip to Dobson and Parnell.
    Dobson & ParnellResponded on 19 December 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere at Dobson & Parnell. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon.

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  10. Jill

    Manchester

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, unfortunately poor service. We waited 20 minutes for our arrival drink then another 10 minutes for our order to be taken. Once they had our order the speed was much faster and service a lot better. Due to the delays at the start of the service, we were asked to leave our table for the next customers while we still had drinks. We weren't offered tea or coffee at the end due to time restrictions. Disappointing, thankfully the food was great.
    Dobson & ParnellResponded on 19 December 2024
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. While we’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, I’m truly sorry that the service fell short of your expectations. Waiting for your arrival drink and order to be taken is not the standard of service we aim to provide, and I sincerely apologise for the rushed experience towards the end of your meal. We truly appreciate your kind words about the food and hope we can welcome you back in the future to provide the outstanding experience you deserve.

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FAQs

Dobson & Parnell is rated 4.5 stars by 2540 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 11 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
  • Website
    http://dobsonandparnell.co.uk/
  • 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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