TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in United Kingdom - Updated November 2024

"My partner and I moved to Newcastle in January 2023 and we've been here at least 5 times. It is the final destination on what is our weekend tour of..."

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Gail Lister

The Dolphin

Chick Pea Cauliflower Sweet Potato Goan Curry

Whisky

Goan Chick Pea Curry

Hoisan Pork with Pancakes

Beef

Hake and Chips and Dip

Lamb Patties Harrissa Sauces

Home Made Fishcake

Wedding Cake

Honey Mustard Glazed Pigs & Blankets

Tapas

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Small Fish and Chips

Lamb

Bacon Burger and Fries with Cheese

Fish

Chicken and Ham Pie of the Day

Wheelchair Accessible

"Unexpected wow! We shared 3 Tapas and a bottle of wine for only £25!! The tapas were excellent, great flavours, freshly cooked, homemade and..."

Debbiebag

"We stopped off as we needed something quick to eat and I am pleased that we came here. Parking available on site and within surrounding..."

David McClinton

"Finally managed to get in to try the Sunday lunch after a few recommendations. Really enjoyed it. I went for mixed meats & whilst you usually get a..."

Michael Harris

"Amazing .... Been a few years since my last visit, will be back soon for..."

Mike Hopkins

"Food was way above expectations. Freshly cooked, amazing flavours. Unassuming decor. Welcoming friendly..."

Benjamin D G Steele

"Mid-week lunch, pleasant service and excellant meals for 6 persons. All reasonably priced, defo go..."

Paul Simnett

David Maughan

"Booked for Sunday dinner and it was phenomenal. Thoroughly enjoyed everything, will definitely be..."

Ian Hunter

"Been here for Sunday lunch three times now and every time the food is a very high standard very delicious, reasonable priced and good sized..."

Julie Brown

"Good quality home cooking at a very reasonable..."

Stephen Crammond

"Great pub. Good choice of beer and such a good vibe about..."

Luke Brackenbury

"Fabulous food and super friendly. The lunchtime specials are amazing..."

Jacqueline Graham

"Just had Sunday lunch here with my husband. We both opted for the roast beef, the whole dinner was absolutely delicious with plenty of meat and..."

Eileen Blair

"Sunday dinner, absolutely amazing and very reasonable. I'd recommend at the drop of a..."

colin howard

"Sunday lunch was quality. Great service and friendly staff..."

Vinny Wright

"During a week's holiday came here twice. I would certainly recommend to anyone looking for quality home made food. The hake and chips I've never seen..."

David Askew

"Haven't been to the Dolphin for a long. Thought we would pop in before we went to Tynemouth Festival and couldn't be more happier at the service...."

Selina Brain

"Great Sunday lunch served here, I had the lamb and it was great quality with plenty of juicy meat and lots of trimmings. A good selection of drinks..."

Nathan Tanswell

Dil & The Bear

83/100 (1784 ratings)

Chocolate and Ginger Cake

Latte and Raspberry Cake

Mezze Breakfast Platter

Fish

Maybe Chocolate Ginger Cake

"Fantastic staff and food was amazing and great portion size..."

Jennifer Howe

"I cannot recommend these cakes enough. Collected a stunning celebration cake on Saturday for my mam's special birthday. The presentation was..."

Shadia Hernandez

"First visit having tried a cafe a few times nearby and been let down. Will most definitely be back, sat outside with the dog sheltered by the wall..."

Alan Colley

"Had never been here before, but a beautiful sunny spot on the front enticed us. Coffee and cakes were lovely. Service from staff was swift and..."

Susan Hamilton

"Unique place served with very good food, friendly atmosphere. Would be good to see some vegan options though! Thank..."

Kali Kaur

"Excellent meal and service. Food was amazing. We enjoyed..."

Joyce Vernon

"Had a lovely afternoon tea here today with my 3 friends, very good value, gorgeous cakes, sandwiches and scones. We'll be back soon..."

Jen Knowles

"Fantastic! Helped me out last minute for my christening cake and it looked and tasted amazing! Will definitely be ordering again..."

Natalie Johnstone

"Lovely quaint little place....fabulous scones....great service will definitely be back..."

Christine Speck

"Superb full English breakfast and delicious French toast in lovely..."

Sarah Gedney

"Thank you for a magnificent Macmillan Coffee Morning! The atmosphere was just brilliant and the staff so kind and polite. Glorious cakes too - and I..."

Katherine Wildman

"We have been here many times and never had cause for complaint. The coffee is lovely as are the cakes and meals. The staff have always been very..."

Hilary Say

"Amazing breakfast this morning. From walking in and receiving a friendly greeting to being spoilt for choice on what to order for breakfast. Best..."

Carolyn Butler

"What a gorgeous place to visit! A very special menu with different, unusual combinations. We found it difficult to choose but enjoyed a shared salad..."

Debs Middleton

"Always a firm favourite for us! By far the best Turkish Eggs in the region! Also the French toast is literally to die for..."

Alannah Busby (Mrs B)

"Vegan option - quite expensive, but easily the best vegan cafe food I've ever had. (Have had vegan diet for nearly a decade) Fresh and flavourful...."

Mia

"Lovely food. Staff very friendly and attentive. The food and drink arrived quickly. We sat outside but I would've preferred it indoors as the the..."

Joe Turnbull

"It’s My 3 time here and I’m still impressed by the quality of the food and the service it’s good to know that any visit to Dil & the bear is..."

Ray Butler

"Really great food, super cute surroundings, and lovely, helpful staff! I had the Cuban burrito, which was filled with delicious sweetcorn fritter,..."

Stephanie Gilson-Pipette

"Classy café serving light meals, salads with a twist and desserts. Would visit..."

Tim

"A lovely place for breakfast (haven't been any other time, but the cakes look mouthwatering). Speedy, friendly service. Coffee ok but weak (needs an..."

Rebecca James

"Absolutely amazing coffee and out of this world cakes. Staff are..."

Riley Blue Eyed Frenchie

"Tasty cheese toastie, nice coffee, polite..."

Lois Musselle

Davanti Front Street

81/100 (2738 ratings)

"i've been coming to Davanti for about 9 years, consistently fabulous service and fantastic food, they've never let me down. we shared sardines to..."

Laura Huntley

"Came here as a birthday treat with friends for the 1st time as we visited from Bristol & they were really welcoming, food was amazing & I even had..."

Naomi Massey

"Hi I had several times food there best pizza n Surf&turf ever. Very friendly staff and helpful. One of the best Italian restaurant in Newcastle..."

Alex Sol Turk

"It’s a lovely place. Food and service very good. We all enjoyed our meal and really like going there. Great location..."

Janice Ogle

"Excellent service. Food fantastic especially the seafood as usual. Defenitely a place for high quality italian food. Our third visit was saturday...."

Denise Tearney

"Great value for money. Great staff, lovely food. Every time we've eaten here, the experience is the same. Brilliant!! Would highly..."

Malcolm Rendles

"Popped in for lunch while shopping in Tynemouth. Fantastic Christmas welcome from all the staff & great..."

Richard Potts

"Another great meal with great service they never disappoint and we shall..."

Alfie Cochrane

"Went here after being served really shocking food at the salutation...what a difference Food.staff and service were 100%....we travelled from Hexham..."

David Charlton

"I loved how fresh and large the seafood is. This is the only resutrant I visited in this town, and I am so glad I stopped by because the taste of the..."

fahed zahran

"Brilliant food, good service and a fair price for the quality of..."

Kevin Costello

"Good food for the price on the 2 & 3 courses menu. Frienldy staff , nice..."

M44

"What a hidden gem! Waiting for our shuttle back to our cruise ship. My husband loves Italian pasta and happened to see this restaurant. Fabulous,..."

Lu Lockwood, MBA, CPA

"Fantastic evening here in the resteraunt, it is in part of a converted church. However inside you would never realise. The staff were unbelievably..."

Jamie Mitchell

"At first wasn't sure what to make of an Italian restaurant in the basement of an old church in an English seaside town, but wasn't disappointed. ..."

Stosh Kowalski

"Brilliant food, friendly staff, love Davanti. It's the best Italian restaurant I've eaten in. It has a varied menu from pizza and pasta to chicken..."

Sue Faller

"I love davantis however had never visited this one before. Came here for my mum 50th birthday and they will brilliant at catering for us considering..."

Emma Hutchison

"This is a lovely little place that's tucked away at the back of an old church. We loved the cheese and meat platter. I in particular really enjoyed..."

Lucy Hedley

"Had a great night with friends. Food was absolutely fabulous. Only niggle was they don't have Sambuca alcohol. Mmmm me thinks they were lying...."

Shirley Scott

"Eaten here a couple of times and love it. Really good food In a great setting with good service. Each time I have eaten here the place was jam..."

Danny S

"Best steak I've had in a long time excellent..."

geordie ace

Cumberland Arms Tynemouth

81/100 (1564 ratings)

Chorizo Scotch Egg with Apple Slaw

Mussels in Garlic and White Wine Cream Sauce Served with Crusty Bread

Wheelchair Accessible

"Fantastic Mothers day carvery yesterday. Smashing staff, warm welcome, excellent meat / veg.-friendly chef no scimpy portions. Super value, tables..."

Marilyn Davis

"Seated at table, drink order taken and arrived promptly, very friendly staff, the carvery was second to non, so interesting looking, choice of 4..."

Lee Ayliffe

"Omg. Just had the carvery and it was amazing! We were actually nearly crying at how good the veg was. Great prices and a really good pint as well,..."

Kelly Wilson

"Went with partner & kids 2 try new carvery out. Friendly atmosphere & great service, was seated, took drinks order & choosing carvery within minutes..."

Kirsty Dawson

"Came with my family, I got the BLT and they got fish and chips and mince and dumplings. Food was absolutely outstanding, relatively large portions so..."

Lenita Caithness

"Lovely lunch at the Cumberland arms today. Fantastic friendly service and even a doggy treat for our family member. A lovely welcome by staff. We..."

Claire Louise Scragg

"We had a girls night out on good Friday. I have to say the staff so helpful. LOVELY atmosphere. Really enjoyed our night especially the..."

Christine Toogood

"Gotta say the carvery is absolutely lush! Best one..."

Natalie Tucker

"Brilliant Karaoke! Some good Singer's. Love the open fire...."

Gillian Trueman

"Very nice, friendly, fairly traditional pub, tasty pub grub. Good range of beers. Dog-friendly. Reasonable prices. Was very quiet on the Friday..."

Geoff Butcher

"Well we love what they have done with the place! The food and the beer was very good indeed! I remember going before the refit and it was a real..."

David McClinton

"We usually stop off for a quick drink in the Cumberland Arms when we walk into Tynemouth. Staff are always friendly and efficient, drinks are good..."

Colin Harrison

"Haven't been here for years til going at the weekend. Love how they've refurbished it but still kept a great character but with a modern feel...."

Stu Campbell

"Absolutely best Sunday dinner of the year, parking isn't great round the area but it's worth a..."

David Evans

"Good food, great beer. Extraordinarily courteous staff. Great pub..."

Christopher Jones

"A very nice dog friendly pub that does the best fish and..."

steven houckham

"Great pub, cosy atmosphere and comfy seats. I found myself here on new year's eye and the service was good even with the place being packed. Great..."

Hilton Riddex

"One of our usual stops in tynemouth. Really nice after the refurb, drink prices are average and the pub is dog friendly and serves..."

Jordan Stephenson

"An excellent place to have a drink and a meal. Great staff, who are constantlyl cleaning down the table. Great job..."

David Humphrey

The Salutation

80/100 (3451 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"Called on a Saturday morning to have breakfast. Bar staff & kitchen staff very friendly & helpful. Relaxed atmosphere and lovely breakfast. We came..."

Julie Toner

"Great place to drink staff all nice and friendly great service and most importantly they are the only staff in Tynemouth with actual banter.. Have..."

Paul Jacques-burn

"Lovely atmosphere fab staff great food would really recommend a..."

Judy Burns

"Fantastic place to drink and eat. All staff superb and engaging. Will go back time and time..."

Chris Hutchinson

"Had lunch here yesterday with my mum , two grown up daughters and my new grandson, have to say it was very nice. The recent refurb is lovely and very..."

Gillian Lockwood

"Had lunch here for first time yesterday food was lovely staff efficient and friendly definitely will be going..."

Nicola Quinn

"The best chicken wings I've ever had (15£ share plate for 2 people). Delicious finger licking good. Crispy..."

Yumin Chen

"Not a bad pub. This place is perfect for catching the summer sun from 6pm until it pretty much sets. The service is good. The food was good too...."

Hilton Riddex

"Amazing food and drink love this place great staff and door..."

johnny Jay Taylor

"Had an absolute blast, Sam on the bar was so sound, never met a better bar tender, good craic, good bevs, good vibes, the sal is some spot, some..."

Michael Wallace

"Would of give 5 stars but never realised until we left that we had been over charged for pint and a half we were charged for 2 pints. Besides this..."

Colin Kelly

"Food is incredible , great family time and atmosphere. Upon entering you feel very welcomed in the..."

Danstein

"Great place to end your night! Music and atmosphere are great. Both the bar and door staff are really friendly. Reece went above and beyond with..."

Rachel Whitfield

"Been here twice now, just HAD to go back the second time because the only thing I wanted to eat for my birthday was their mac and cheese topped with..."

Sarah Williamson

"Went for a meal with family. Absolutely loved the food and service and was just nice. Was welcoming and comfy and really have absolutely nothing bad..."

Sandra Luengo

"What a lovely pub. You wouldn't think it had a beer garden from the front of the building. We ate outside and the food was amazing. The young man..."

Christine Robb

"Great for taking your dog after a walk from Cullercoats to Tynemouth. The bar is quite expensive for drinks which you would expect for the location..."

Steven

"First time being there. Expected to be a more busy for the time of day. By the time I left more busy. Got fish fingers in bun with chips. Food ok but..."

Sylvia Hodgson

"Lovely place and lovely food but getting served at the bar wasn't good. Only one person serving and 4 people in front of my husband. Food arrived..."

Sandra Newcombe

"One of your typical pubs that you find across the UK. The pub itself was nice and even had a number of screens which show a variety of sports. The..."

Jordan Stephenson

"Good service, typical Northern fayre chips with everything, might think of sweet potato fries or salad..."

Steve Gould

Fish Finger Sandwiches

Seafood Basket

Kinder Buenos Hot Chocolate

Wheelchair Accessible

"We stopped at the Greenhouse for a quick lunch and a drink on a nice walk along the coast. Plenty of options for both food and drink - kids menu..."

Andrew Cartwright

"This is a little gem set back from the main road. Serves beers and good food. High chair and baby changing. Had a fish finger sandwich with tartar..."

David McClinton

"The food is delicious and I received excellent service. We ordered fish and chips, sandwiches, a slice of cake, a glass of wine and coffee. It was..."

Karen Thomas

"What a great place for food. Top quality and lovely, friendly..."

Ian Lumsden

"A good cafe positioned nicely for jungle wipeout and the..."

Christopher Rouse

"Excellent prices, fantastic fish and chips, all serverd very quickly by polite friendly..."

Daniel Lengden

"Came for lunch after finishing miniature golf. The manager grilled my sons fish, just in case there was any risk of contamination. Friendly staff,..."

Belinda Clayton

"Excellent location now called The Greenhouse Cafe. Fantastic when the weather is nice, you can sup your coffee alfresco or eat good reasonably priced..."

Steve Dobson

"I have been to a few night time music events here. Loved everyone and especially enjoyed the food. The vegetarian choice doesn't dissapoint. I have..."

Caroline Ellis

"Had a lovely lunch here. Very busy, food was good. They got one thing wrong with our order but happily corrected it, and very apologetic, would go..."

Clare Hill

"Very quick service, friendly staff and food tasty and reasonably priced...."

Rebecca McEwan

"Lovely place to sit in, hot chocolate was..."

Joanne Blackwood

"Very nice place food good clean,staff very helpful and happy we went in a group they did there upmost to help keep up all together will be going back..."

Denise Atkinson

"Lovely cafe. Great food and..."

Jane Ellis

Gate Of India Tandoori

75/100 (1416 ratings)

"Great food! Best curry I have ever had. Vegetable rice was delicious, passanda king prawns were exquisite. Impeccable cleanliness. Corteus staff,..."

Alessia Miceli

"It was amazing the food is delicious! The staff are really Kind and Overall it is just a nice place..."

MSP is my life

"Great food and welcoming..."

mick shelton

"Had my first take away from here, after my Father had recommended the food and has been getting a chicken madras regularly. He did advise me its..."

Andrew Phipps Phillips

"Had a lovely meal with my brother and his wife. We had different mains and there were no complaints, the lamb and chicken were very tender and there..."

Sue Faller

"This is absolutely a must visit place for everyone who likes Indian food. We have visited many times and always left satisfied. Their Menu consists..."

Athanasios Christian Papathanassiou

"Great curries. Friendly staff. Nicely decorated restaurant. Would highly..."

Susannah Foley

"This is a very nice place to eat lovely Indian food. The restaurant is a clean and well presented restaurant. The service from staff is very good and..."

Kevin Millen

"Very good food and service 👌 always like it there..."

michael riches

"This restaurant has been going for over 35 years in Tynemouth. We hadn't been for quite some time but decided last week to give it another try...."

Jean Cockroft

"I booked for our wine group party of 14 people. The service was excellent and the food top class. All served at the same time. Staff 10/10. Thank..."

David Wood

"Been eating at the Gate of India for years very friendly staff and fantastic food prices good aswell. Was here last night and another great meal and..."

Michael Gardner

"Love it. For the food. Decor a bit past it's best, table decor back to the 70s but food is amazing...my Peshawari Nan was so soft and tasty. Price..."

Irene Semple

"Excellent service, marvellous food! When visiting Tynemouth, it is a must eat! Food is served on hot surfaces to be kept warm while enjoying the..."

Katerina Gatsiou

"A traditional authentic run family restaurant. Having recently moved from Bradford, which if you don't know it has some of the best curry houses in..."

Natalie Gledhill

"Food is fantastic and the staff are friendly. We visit here regularly and it's always amazing..."

Rachael Smith

"Brilliant meal. Starter, main, dessert and coffee. Wine and beer. Good value for money. Excellent service. If I lived in, or near, Tynemouth I would..."

Colin Pogue

Buddha Lounge

75/100 (5395 ratings)

Honey Glazed Spare Ribs

Teriyaki Beef Skewers

Stir Fry Green Beans with Children

Katsu Curry Spring Rolls Egg Fried Rice Satay Chicken Bao

Sushi platter

Pad Thai

Katsu Curry Chicken Satay Egg Fried Rice Bao Buns

Carrot and Coriander Soup

Green Curry

Duck

Vegetable Spring Roll

Tempura

Vegetable Chow Mein

Chow Mein

Chicken Pad Thai Noodles

"My first visit to Budda Lounge today and to say I was well impressed is such an understatement!! Staff were extremely helpful, friendly and..."

Michele Wright

"Beautiful place, Had the bottomless Prosecco deal, food was lovely & the Prosecco was kept topped up, our server Becca was lovely, highly recommend,..."

Claire Douglas

"Me and my pals came last night for the bottomless prosecco offer! Wow well worth the money, the food was fabulous and the staff were ace they were..."

Kirsty Cordiner

"Visited for late lunch on a Monday afternoon, it was great! Have been a couple of times and this place does not disappoint! Food was delicious and..."

Lucy Stirman

"My hen party and I came here tonight for dinner to top off what had already been a wonderful day. Our waiter was so friendly and his service..."

Victoria Harper

"Nine of us were there on Saturday for my brother in laws birthday. We were greeted immediately with a smile and were asked if we would mind grabbing..."

Julia 'julz' Turnbull

"Lovely food , and the music, lighting and table layouts are perfect, the staff have that balance between being professional and attentive without..."

Caroline Laidlaw

"My Favourite restaurant food is always amazing decor is beautiful staff are fab especially Rebecca never met a happier more friendly helpful waitress..."

Jade Bishop

"Had the bottomless prosecco deal, food was great really tasty service was good friendly and helpful only thing I would say is we had to keep asking..."

Natalie Parry

"Very impressed by the Buddha Lounge! We didn't have a reservation but the welcoming staff found us a table within a minute despite it being busy. All..."

Giles CG

"The flavours were surprisingly decent. The atmosphere was a little over the top for lunch but made for a great..."

Bella N. Dietrich

"Second time I've eaten at the Buddha lounge and it most definitely doesn't disappoint. Amazing restaurant with amazing food. Next time I'm in the..."

Lee West

"Absolutely stunning restaurant. The overall vibe of the place is amazing, great music and at a level that you can still talk and hear your own..."

Josh Barron

"Our second visit here! 👍 Friendly staff, delicious food and a beautiful venue! 👏😎 Well worth a visit if youve not been..."

Paul Bringthebeatback Mac

"Lovely food, fast service and helpful staff. Would highly..."

Rebecca Haych

"Enjoyed the experience, really nice venue and good..."

Paul Callaghan

"A great place to eat, the food was exceptionally good and the staff were really friendly and accommodating to specific requests. The portion sizes..."

Jessica Little

"Lovely place. We went for our anniversary dinner and were given free prosecco and wished a happy Anniversary. Very kind and thoughtful gesture and..."

Keira

"All the staff were amazing, especially Jacob who went above and beyond to make our anniversary extra special. The food was delicious and the decor..."

KIM CARR

"A great place to eat a good variety of food and drinks. We had a family meal Their and the staff were great and patient with the kids orders. Would..."

Rajeev Chopra

"Outstanding service 👏 My daughter and her fiance treated myself and his mother to a nice meal. They couldn't have picked a better place, the food..."

PEGGY C

"I have had good lunches here, but this was our first evening meal. The service on a busy bank holiday Saturday was understandably slow and take a..."

Jim Scott

"I was just looking around Tynemouth for somewhere to have dinner and on a whim entered the Buddha Lounge and Restaurant. From the get go the..."

Jerry Faria

"Great menu choice, attentive waiting staff, given free drinks after our order was served incorrectly. Lovely interior. Very busy but food was served..."

Kerry-Ann Anderson-Forbes

"Want planning on going here but the place we were going to go wasn't open. Glad we did go though. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Did was..."

Michael Ryan

"Great place to eat, food was delicious, staff friendly and helpful. Popped in to day at lunchtime. Whole experience was just like first visit...."

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