Newcastle-upon-Tyne
A 16th-century merchant's house is now the home of Newcastle's most celebrated restaurant, the Michelin-starred House of Tides. Established by acclaimed…
Must-see restaurants in Northeast England
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Northeast England
A two-century-old, ivy-clad drovers' inn 11 miles east of Barnard Castle is now the staging post for gastronomic expeditions by self-taught chef James…
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Northeast England
It's worth stopping off 12 miles northwest of Durham en route to Northumberland National Park and Hadrian's Wall to stock up on Knitsley Farm Shop's…
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Northeast England
Steep timber stairs lead from East St to the beach and this rustic, tucked-away shack. Phenomenal local seafood underpins wood-fired dishes from wraps to…
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Northeast England
It's well worth the 19-mile trip east of Barnard Castle to this 15th-century coaching inn in the pretty riverside village of Hurworth-on-Tees, but book…
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Northeast England
Gourmet picnic fare at this fabulous deli includes bread, over 100 varieties of cheese, chutneys, cakes, chocolates and wine (you can get hampers made up)…
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Northumberland Coast
Bamburgh's best place to eat and/or stay is this stunning restaurant with rooms. Local seafood – lobster, mussels, crab, salmon, squid and more – is the…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Spiffing English classics and splendid cask ales are served in the dark-wood bar and mezzanine of this perfect gastropub. Starters such as crispy pig ears…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
A 13th-century friary is the atmospheric setting for 'modern medieval' cuisine. Beautiful stained-glass windows frame the dining room; in summer tables…
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Northeast England
Opposite the fishing quay where catches are landed daily, gastropub Staith House has a sunny beer garden, bar made from recycled timbers and an…
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Northeast England
Dating from the 18th century, rustic country-style inn Garden House does great lunchtime sandwiches, such as lobster or crab, fennel and 'Nduja (spicy…
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Northumberland Coast
Bamburgh lobster – served as a creamy egg and brandy thermidor stuffed in the shell; grilled with garlic and parsley butter; or poached and served cold…
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Northeast England
Hexham may be an unexpected setting for some true fine dining, but this Gallic affair has an enviable reputation. Classically inspired dishes range from…
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Northumberland Coast
Set around a village green, this idyllic pub brews over two dozen different beers – blond, wheat, rye, bitter, stout and seasonal – using local River…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Executive Head Chef Michael Penaluna is the architect of an exquisite regional menu – venison from County Durham, oysters from Lindisfarne and herbs…
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Northumberland Coast
Always humming with local chatter, the traditional, wood-beamed Ship has all the comfort of your favourite armchair. Its walls are pleasingly cluttered…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Humongous burgers arrive on wooden planks with stainless-steel buckets of triple-fried, hand-cut chips at this local success story. Stinky Pete comes with…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
The Herb Garden lives up to its name with a wall of barrel-like cylinders where herbs and salad greens grow under glowing lights. Its 17 different pizza…
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Northeast England
Sheep graze on the grass-covered roof of this award-winning farm shop and cafe 1.5 miles south of Barnard Castle. The cavernous interior brims with all…
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Northumberland Coast
It may be part of Lindisfarne's post office, but you can cast aside any concerns you have about 1st Class Food's unusual location: it's actually one of…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Inside the magnificent Jacobean Bessie Surtees House, this hip spot is great for a drink (it brews its own small-batch craft beers) but the food is…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
A double-height space with mezzanine seating is the stage for creations by MasterChef: The Professionals finalist David Coulson, who subsequently worked…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
An arched brick basement houses this city-centre offshoot of Jesmond favourite Fat Hippo. Its namesake Fat Hippo burger comes with double beef patties,…
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Northeast England
Situated 3.2 miles east of Corbridge, this handsome 19th-century coaching inn serves both traditional favourites, including a pie of the day and beer…
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Northeast England
Accessed via an inconspicuous door on Saddler St, this 12th-century building has glorious river views, including from the terrace. The internationally…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Wedged in a railway viaduct arch, this Parisian-style wine bar has small tapas-style sharing plates and larger platters based on recipes from the French…
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Northumberland Coast
Get your fix of Holy Island crab, Craster kippers and Loch Duart smoked salmon in various guises at this busy deli-cum-cafe. There's a handful of tables…
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Northeast England
Allegedly named for the publican who 'ratted' to the crown during the Jacobite risings, this charming stone country pub 2.5 miles northeast of Hexham has…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Beneath the Tyne Bridge's soaring steel girders, this chic hole-in-the-wall has a devoted following for cooked breakfasts (scrambled eggs with white…
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Northeast England
The pick of Navigation Point's waterside restaurants is this red-brick building with a timber-decked terrace. Breakfast is served until 11.30am, followed…
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Northumberland Coast
Adjacent to renowned smokery Robson & Sons, this seafood specialist overlooking the harbour and Dunstanburgh Castle not only serves Robson's famous…
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Named for owner-chef Nick Grieves' grandmother, the Patricia is perpetually busy; book ahead to feast on dishes like raw Orkney scallops with fermented…
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Northeast England
Behind a high stone wall, country manor Aykley Heads House's exposed beams, wide floorboards and whitewashed walls provide an elegant setting for modern…
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Northumberland Coast
Named for the last vessel to be built at Berwick Shipyard (in 1979) and set in a former cockle shop, Audela is the town's top table. Local suppliers…
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Northumberland Coast
An 1896 coaching inn now contains this excellent gastropub styled like a contemporary hunting lodge. Evening dining is inspired: hot water crust mixed…
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Northumberland Coast
You can watch the causeway tides on webcam at this sociable mainland pub 1 mile northeast of the A1 turn-off (2 miles west of the island). Lindisfarne…
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Northumberland Coast
The name reflects the surf-and-turf menu at this hip little bistro near Amble's harbour. Locals love the Northumberland beef and soft-shell crab burgers,…
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Northumberland Coast
Crab (in soup, sandwiches, fish platters and more) is the speciality of this gastropub, but it also has a variety of fish dishes, as well as a house…
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Northeast England
Inside this quaint pastel-blue and white building, homemade cakes (such as white-chocolate cheesecake or ginger and lime), soups and sandwiches are…
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Northeast England
Durham's biggest, best and juiciest burgers – served in brioche buns and accompanied by hand-cut, triple-cooked chips – are sizzled up at the city's…
