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1. Kiln

4.7

Exceptional(1330)

$$$$

• Middle Eastern • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 34 times today

Kiln is a small restaurant in the heart of the Ouseburn. We make everything from scratch ourselves to ensure freshness and quality in everything we do.We serve Breakfast every morning from 10am to 2pm, and our Lunch Menu runs between 12pm and 4pm.Our Mediterranean & Middle Eastern inspired tapas style menu is served from 4pm to 9:30pm.Our great coffee, homemade cakes and cocktails are served all day - and we’re dog friendly!Please inform the staff of any allergies when booking & due to the nature of our menu please note we cannot accommodate anyone with a sesame allergy.Thank you!

2. 21

4.9

Exceptional(5676)

$$$$

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 65 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.

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3. The French Quarter

4.9

Exceptional(3113)

$$$$

• French • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 46 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!

4. Café 21 Fenwick

4.7

Exceptional(449)

$$$$

• Café • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 4 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 treat, or a quiet cup of the good stuff. A place where ‘me time’ matters.

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5. Blackfriars Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(6675)

$$$$

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 70 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. The Broad Chare

4.8

Exceptional(3428)

$$$$

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 30 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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7. Branches Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(327)

$$$$

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 4 times today

Branches is a multi award winning restaurantwhich aims to provide its customers a contemporary dining experience set in a beautifully modern décor surrounding.Located on the hugely popular Osborne road we pride ourselves on the professional service our staff provides each customer. The intimate stylish dining room caters for individuals and parties to provide the ideal setting for any occasion from romantic to business.Our chef source the freshest, local, best of British produce direct from nearby suppliers, farms and markets.All our dishes are created from the highest quality products available. We also offer a wide selection of Wines, Beers, Gins and expertly made Cocktails.Branches Restaurant has won Tripadvisors Travellers choice award for multiple consecutive years along with appearing consistently in their top 10 restaurants in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

8. Hibou Blanc

4.7

Exceptional(1550)

$$$$

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 18 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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9. Mantra Thai Dining Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(201)

$$$$

• Thai • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 20 times today

At Mantra, we take pride in serving top-quality, fresh Thai cuisine to our customers because we genuinely care. Our skilled chefs from Thailand collectively boast over 30 years of experience and are dedicated to crafting authentic, flavorful dishes from various regions. We aim to create a memorable dining experience by infusing our food and service with heartfelt Thai hospitality, always striving to elicit a smile from our guests as a measure of our success.

10. Gaucho Newcastle

4.5

Awesome(605)

$$$$

• Steak • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 47 times today

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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OliverGold
London •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Exceptional service, food, drinks and atmosphere as always!! Thank you
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The French Quarter££££• French• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.9
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Paul
Durham/County Durham •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Service from Adam was brilliant. Very attentive as kept an eye on all tables to ensure everyone was ok. He was cheerful and very welcoming and engaging thought out or visit.
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Kiln££££• Middle Eastern• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.7
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christian
Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Superb as always . Warm welcome . Wonderful food . Looking forward to my next visit . X
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21££££• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.9
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Janine
Newcastle and Northumberland •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 15, 2026
The food was fresh and very tasty. It has a very pleasant ambience. I think they need to consider their gluten free menu especially for vegetarians and I had my usual problem with hard surfaces bouncing the sound around. All in all though, a great place for a treat.
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Café 21 Fenwick££££• Café• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.7
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Anamaria
Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 21, 2026
We had an amazing time with our friends,the staff was very friendly,food was amazing!! The portions are huge and we didn’t expect it because as we know it’s quite expensive everywhere but this place left us amazed. The prices were sooo good for what you get. Oh and the social bird lager was so refreshing and very tasty. We are impressed and we will definitely go again!!!
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Social Bird££££• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.3

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