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The Best Restaurants Near Newcastle | Places to Eat

Looking for the best places to eat in Northumberland?

We've done our research and found the best restaurants near Newcastle. From traditional pub grub to creative vegan dishes, there's plenty of delicious food to choose from for your next trip to Northumberland.

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  • The Riverside Bar and Restaurant
  • Milan Restaurant
  • Kooked.north
  • The Potted Lobster
  • The Bosk
  • Lezzet Turkish Restaurant
  • Super Natural Newcastle
  • Gaucho Newcastle
  • Jaspers Bistro
  • Amran's Indian Kitchen & Grill
Riverside bar and restaurant

The Riverside Bar and Restaurant

Located in Wooler, this family-friendly bar and restaurant offers a delicious selection of freshly-prepared food and drinks. The bar offers sensory boards for autistic guests in an effort to increase inclusivity in partnership with their Chairty of the Year, The National Autistic Society. Plus, it has a small bar which is fully dog-friendly, so your four-legged friend can join you for an evening out.

  • Located at Riverside Leisure Park

"The food in the Riverside Bar and Restaurant is always excellent, with friendly professional staff looking after us." - via Feefo

Pet-friendly area

Vegetarian & vegan options

Kids' menu available

Milan Restaurant

This lovely Italian restaurant offers friendly service and an extensive dinner menu. They even run a takeaway service if you fancy a chilled night in. Sample their traditional pizza, pasta, and seafood dishes, as well as a selection of drinks including colourful cocktails. Dogs are only allowed in the outside area.

  • Riverside Leisure Park - 0.4 miles / 9 minute walk

"Staff were so lovely and polite, the food was delicious and they were huge portions too!" - via Tripadvisor

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Takeaway service

Vegetarian & vegan options

Kids' menu available

Kooked.north

Fancy something bright and colourful, made completely from locally sourced ingredients? Look no further than Kooked.north, an independent company providing healthy and delicious meals. This place is perfect for a self-catering holiday, because they provide a takeaway service including frozen meals.

  • Riverside Leisure Park - 1.2 miles / 3 minute drive

"I love that the food is different from other places in the area and I can honestly say all the meals I’ve had from them have never disappoint!" - via Tripadvisor

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Takeaway service

Vegetarian & vegan options

Locally sourced ingredients

The Potted Lobster

For delicious, fresh seafood, this restaurant is a must-visit. The extensive menu offers a selection to suit all tastes, and the restaurant itself provides a relaxing atmosphere in which to dine. On a sunny evening, you may choose to dine al fresco, whilst enjoying beautiful views across Bamburgh. 

  • Riverside Leisure Park - 15.5 miles / 28 minute drive

"Lovely restaurant specialising in sea food. the service was excellent, the staff helpful and the food delicious." - via Tripadvisor

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Pet-friendly area

Vegetarian & vegan options

Kids' menu available

The Bosk

This beautiful restaurant boasts a rustic atmosphere and is the perfect place to enjoy a delightful meal with your loved ones. Offering a range of dishes from pizza to Sunday Lunch, just looking at the menu will have your stomach growling! What's more, it's located in the gorgeous Northumberland countryside.

  • Riverside Leisure Park - 9 miles / 14 minute drive

"Beautiful restaurant, friendly helpful service and absolutely delicious Sunday lunch." - via Tripadvisor

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Vegetarian & vegan options

Kids' menu available

Locally sourced ingredients

Lezzet Turkish Restaurant

One of the most highly rated restaurants in Newcastle, Lezzet is renowned for its scrumptious dishes and fantastic service. The extensive menu offers a selection of traditional Turkish meals, as well as more experimental dishes. Due to the popularity of this restaurant, we recommend booking in advance. 

  • Riverside Leisure Park - 44.4 miles / 1 hour drive 

"Fabulous food and service - one of the best Turkish restaurants in the UK." - via Lezzet

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Vegetarian & vegan options

Kids' menu available

Takeaway service

Super Natural Newcastle

Specialising in vegan and vegetarian food and drink, Super Natural offers fresh and flavoursome cuisine. The restaurant itself is decked out with quirky lighting and plants, offering a cool atmosphere for your meal. What's more, this place is highly rated for its generous portions and fair prices.

  • Riverside Leisure Park - 46.8 miles / 1 hour 5 minute drive

"Really good selection of lovely food and drink, with fast and friendly service and very reasonable prices." - via Tripadvisor 

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Pet-friendly restaurant

Vegetarian & vegan

Takeaway service

Gaucho Newcastle

An Argentinian steak restaurant specialising in sustainable food, fine wine, and premium cocktails. Aside from the delectable food and drink on offer, you're sure to be blown away by the incredible design of Gaucho. It has an impressive centrepiece bar, as well as several private dining rooms, perfect for group bookings and special events.

  • Riverside Leisure Park - 47.2 miles / 1 hour 3 minute drive

"The food was divine and the ambience is calm but upbeat." - via Tripadvisor

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Pet-friendly area

Vegetarian & vegan options

Private dining areas

Jaspers Bistro

If you're looking for tasty seafood in a relaxed atmosphere, Jaspers is the place for you. The cosy dining space offers an intimate dining experience, with only a few tables (we recommend booking ahead) and jazz music creating a comforting atmosphere. What's more, the service is very highly rated, with staff ensuring each guest enjoys themselves.

  • Riverside Leisure Park - 26.5 miles / 46 minute drive

"A cosy, intimate little restaurant with fabulous service and outstanding food. We will definitely return on our next trip to Northumberland." - via Tripadvisor

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Cosy dining experience

Vegetarian & vegan options

Locally sourced ingredients

Amran's Indian Kitchen & Grill

Curry night doesn't get better than this - enjoy traditional Indian food at Amran's, either by dining in or taking away. Using fresh ingredients and a range of spices, this establishment offers something for everyone, from the very mild to the very hot. 

  • Riverside Leisure Park - 17.3 miles / 32 minutes

"It was the best Indian I have had in years, absolutely fantastic! Can’t wait to come back again sometime." - via Tripadvisor

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Traditional Indian food

Locally sourced ingredients

Takeaway service

There are so many choices when looking for a restaurant near Newcastle. Choose a family-friendly evening at The Riverside Bar & Restaurant, or a romantic date night at Gaucho. Wherever you choose to dine, you're sure to find something delicious.

Where to stay when visiting Northumberland

Riverside Leisure park lake

Northern England

Countryside

Retreat

Badge path

Riverside

  • Waterside location
  • Fantastic facilities including indoor pool
  • Fly fishing (permit required)
  • Lakeside lodges available
  • Range of caravans and lodges for sale

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