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The Ryton Park Country House Hotel

Traditional Miles 6.2 Holburn Lane NE40 3PF

Arriving for Sunday lunch at the Cheviot Restaurant at Ryton Park Country House Hotel, by the old village of Ryton, it's hard to believe you are only a five-minute drive from the bustle of Newcastle. We were immediately impressed by the immaculate surroundings, the restaurant exuding sophistication and elegance. Manager Roselyn Pr...

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Armando's Italian Restaurant

Italian Miles 6.3 65 Church Way NE29 0AE

Just sneaking into North Shields' town centre, Armando's quiet charm is well worth seeking out. Traditionally Italian and family run, Armando's success is down to the very personal service you'll receive from Armando himself (chef and owner), Sarah and her parents Brian and Divina, who all run and work in the restaurant. And with an ...

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The Spread Eagle

Traditional Miles 6.4 1 Front Street Preston Village NE29 9LB

For over 250 years The Spread Eagle has been providing rest and refreshment to village locals and those passing through Preston Village. As time has seen the village merge with the surrounding towns, this haven of hospitality has retained its status as a country pub, upholding tradition and maintaining rural charms. Inside is intima...

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Frankie & Benny’s - Cramlington

Italian American Miles 6.6 South Mall Manor Walks NE23 6UT

According to the story, Frankie Giuliani was ten years old when, with his Mamma and Poppa, he left Sicily and landed at Ellis Island, New York in 1924. It was no surprise when the family opened a restaurant, everybody helping with the building and the cooking in equal measure - each of them had a favourite dish to contribute. In 195...

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Frankie & Benny's - Washington

Italian American Miles 6.8 Unit 12 The Galleries Retail Park NE38 7RW

According to the story, Frankie Giuliani was ten years old when, with his Mamma and Poppa, he left Sicily and landed at Ellis Island, New York in 1924. It was no surprise when the family opened a restaurant, everybody helping with the building and the cooking in equal measure - each of them had a favourite dish to contribute. In 195...

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Irvins Brasserie

Modern British Miles 6.8 The Fish Quay NE30 1HJ

Step inside Irvins Brasserie into a laid-back oasis of calm, and enjoy a menu offering much more than just the local catch. Housed in a 100-year-old Grade II-listed ex- trawlermen’s building on The Fish Quay, Irvins has a certain reputation to uphold with regards to seafood, but this modern British foodie hotspot offers an eclec...

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Mambo’s Italiano

Italian Miles 6.8 3 Hilda Street NE33 1QD

Mambo’s Italiano is South Shield’s premier Italian restaurant, offering authentic Italian cuisine in comfortable surroundings on two floors. The menu boasts Italian classics such as home-baked pizzas, pastas and risottos as well as a fine selection of fish, chicken and steaks. For starters, my partner tried gamberoni in garlic bu...

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Ristorante Fratelli

Italian Miles 6.8 Bell Villas Ponteland NE20 9BE

Fratelli is Italian brother-in-laws Fabrizio Saba and Paul Bernardelli's first joint venture, and they have spent over £1million on it, to fantastic effect. This 200-seat restaurant, with its chocolate and caramel interior, oozes style, while sparkling ceiling lighting, wood flooring, squishy sofas and booths seal the deal. ...

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Orangegrass

Thai Miles 6.9 7 Mount Terrace NE33 1PN

Orangegrass is almost hidden away among the winding roads of South Shields, but it is well worth searching out for a truly top-notch Thai experience. There's no need for garish decor and over-the-top flamboyance here, as the food at Orangegrass speaks for itself. Indeed, it's the superb quality of their Thai cuisine that has seen th...

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Blacksmith's Table Restaurant

Modern British Miles 6.9 The Green NE38 7AB

Nestling in the ancestral hometown of George Washington, The Blacksmith's Table Restaurant is housed in a charming, 400-year-old building with a colourful past. Paul and Pam Cajiao, the passionate and charismatic proprietors, renovated and saved the building in 1988, turning it into a well-loved restaurant - and Paul is sincere when ...

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The Staith House

Gastropub Miles 6.9 57 Fish Quay NE30 1JA

When it comes to self-sufficiency and utilising the best local produce, The Staith House is at the top of its game. John Calton's unswerving passion for excellent food, and his business partners', Kimberley Calton and James Laffan, dedication to quality have put The Staith House on the culinary map. Game, fish and meat are respons...

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The West Park Pub

Bar-Restaurant Miles 6.9 138 Stanhope Road NE33 4BP

If you're looking for a place that offers comfort, great service and a warm welcome, The West Park Pub should be your first port of call. This is a place that's free from ostentation and puts the delivery of hearty, flavoursome food before all else; you won't find dainty portions and unnecessary frills here. Don't be surprised if ...

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Mambo Wine & Dine

Bar-Restaurant Miles 6.9 Winchester Street NE33 2PS

Mambo Wine & Dine is the third of the Mambo family and serves fabulous authentic Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant, opulent setting. Offering a great selection of wines by the glass and bottle, an impressive cocktail menu and well-designed lounge menu, this is the perfect place for a special occasion. Beginning with a glass ...

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Da Vinci's Italian Restaurant

Italian Miles 7 80-82 Ocean Road NE33 2JD

A well-respected Italian restaurant located in the heart of South Shields, Da Vinci's is a favourite for many in the surrounding area due to its consistently high standard of food and service. After being welcomed by the hospitable staff, customers are seated in the relaxing dining room. This is usually bustling with diners eager to...

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Harbour Lights

Gastropub Miles 7 101 Lawe Road NE33 2AJ

Harbour Lights is a beacon of comfort, set high above the waters of the North Sea. Over the last three years, this family-run gastropub has been making a new name for itself, with a total refurbishment throughout and having been featured in the Michelin Eating Out in Pubs guide two years in a row. Here, you'll find a menu of foodie ...

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