Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Updated November 05, 2026

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Solstice

5.0

5 (90)

£41 and over

Global, International

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of the historical Newcastle Quayside and hidden behind an unassuming facade,
Solstice by Kenny Atkinson offers a very distinctive dining experience.

As a guest at Solstice, you will not be presented with a menu on arrival.

Your menu has been carefully created by Kenny Atkinson and Head Chef Scott John Hodgson, through a procession of courses which is inspired and led by the British seasons and the very best produce available.

From our open plan kitchen our team of chefs will serve every course and we also finish a lot of our dishes in front of the diner, explaining the produce and passion behind our dishes.

In March 2023, Solstice was awarded a Michelin Star after only 8 months of opening. Solstice is currently rated number 26th at The UK Top 100 National Restaurant Awards 2024.

Please be aware if you would like to contact us then do so via email on admin@solsticencl.com as our phone line in not monitored. Many thanks.

Top review

JACK

Dined on Oct 31, 2026

Excellent experience. Amazing food and great service.

Saltwater Fish Company

4.9

4.9 (1709)

£25 and under

Seafood

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

Designed for seafood lovers – Saltwater Fish Company, situated in Fenwick Foodhall, operates as both a Fish Bar and Fishmonger with a ‘we cook what we sell, we sell what we cook’ philosophy. There’s no fuss – just a passion for seafood, simple yet creative cooking and friendly service.

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Emma

Dined 3 days ago

Another amazing visit to this beautiful little restaurant. Super fresh locally sourced ingredients and cooked to perfection as always and the staff are the most attentive I’ve come across without being over bearing.

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Experience

Oyster Sunday – £2 Lindisfarne Oysters (All Day)

Experience

BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAU DAY 🍷

4.8

4.8 (5768)

£26 to £40

British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

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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Pia

Dined 5 days ago

A great place with a friendly atmosphere. Staff are very welcoming and professional and the food was amazing. Will definetly recommend this restaurant to family and friends.

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Popular dish

Cheddar Cheese and Spinach Soufflé

4.8

4.8 (1202)

£26 to £40

Wine Bar

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

Part wine bar, part restaurant, a city centre venue with a city centre buzz. St. Vincent is an after-work drinks spot, supper-with-friends place and general 'snack-with-a-glass-or-two' hang out with a big-hearted 'everybody welcome' attitude.

Inspired by the neighbourhood bars we've found on our travels through France and Italy, we offer interesting wines, charcuterie and crowd pleasing plates full of punchy flavours. We're a place where an hour spins into several without anyone noticing.

Open evenings Tuesday to Friday, all day Saturday and close late.

Enough said. Come and find out.

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Rob

Dined 4 days ago

Best customer service in town! Great food, great atmosphere

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Experience

Pedro Lopes Vieira x St. Vincent

Experience

Beaujolais Nouveau Menu

Experience

Whole Suckling Pig for the Table

The Broad Chare

4.8

4.8 (3487)

£26 to £40

British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

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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Anne

Dined 6 days ago

Great menu choices. Food arrived piping hot. Nothing too much trouble for wait staff. Good ambience. Returning diners would definitely eat there again

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Experience

Worker's Lunch

House of Tides

4.8

4.8 (150)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

Opened in February 2014 by Kenny & Abbie Atkinson, House of Tides is located on the historical Newcastle Quayside and set within the beautifully restored Grade 1 listed 16th Century former merchant’s town house.

House of Tides is a casual, informal restaurant which is set over two floors. The rustic ground floor entrance level with its original 16th century flagstones and exposed beams, provides an excellent venue whether you're settling-in for a drink, pre-dinner aperitif or a leisurely nightcap. The first floor which houses the main restaurant seating area also with exposed beams, big open fireplace as well as views over the River Tyne.

Kenny and Abbie’s vision for House of Tides was to create a casual and informal space where everybody should feel comfortable and relaxed with no compromise on quality.

House of Tides is a One Star Michelin & 3 AA Rosette award restaurant.

Top review

Leanne

Dined on Nov 1, 2026

Third time visiting House of Tides After Hours. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. Always a lovely way to round off the weekend and such good value for money.

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Experience

After Hours @ House of Tides

Kiln

4.7

4.7 (1398)

£26 to £40

Middle Eastern

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

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!

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Kerry

Dined 3 days ago

Fantastic food and service. It was busy and we sat at the bar for a bit but then service was quick the food fantastic! Will be back!

Pho Newcastle

4.6

4.6 (131)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

Pho Newcastle is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant with loads of vegan and gluten free options.

We specialise in phở, the Vietnamese noodle soup and also serve delicious curries, rice dishes, wok-fried noodles, and fresh salads too. Our starters such as summer rolls and spring rolls are perfect for sharing with friends and family. We also offer an entirely gluten free dessert menu with dishes like Pandan waffles, condensed milk ice cream and a Vietnamese affogato.

Over a third of our menu is vegan, and nearly all of it is gluten-free, so we are a great destination for people who follow those particular dietary restrictions. We are also accredited by Coeliac UK.

Aside from our lovely food we offer a brilliant range of healthy juices, as well as delicious wine and beer, and a fantastic cocktail menu too.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Ps, we are dog friendly so your 4-legged friends are always welcome.

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Vicky

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

Was seated quickly the service and the food was amazing as always.

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Experience

Christmas party menu

The Uncommon

4.6

4.6 (101)

£26 to £40

Tapas / Small Plates

Tynemouth

About the restaurant

The Uncommon is a neighbourhood bar and restaurant inside Harbour House in North Shields, where great food, proper cocktails and good music come together. Our young creative kitchen team serves globally inspired small plates designed for sharing, alongside seasonal dishes that change throughout the year.

Behind the bar, cocktails are crafted with care, from ingredients to ice cubes, with a wine list built for long evenings around the table. At the weekend the energy lifts with DJs bringing Funky Fridays and Soulful Saturdays, creating a lively but relaxed atmosphere.

Sunday Service has quickly become the people’s champion, regularly selling out week after week thanks to generous roasts, unlimited gravy and great red wine. Whether you’re joining us for dinner, drinks with friends or a long Sunday lunch, The Uncommon is a place to settle in, relax and enjoy the vibes & flavours

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Paul

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic food at a fantastic venue with great service.

William De Percy

4.3

4.3 (777)

£25 and under

Contemporary French

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

The William De Percy Coaching Inn and Crêperie, named for the Norman baron of the same name, follows suit with Apartment Group’s other award winning venues, which are all renowned for their high quality food, drink and customer service. The venue is a French inspired gastropub and boutique hotel serving great food and the best in local and craft beers.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Oct 9, 2026

What a really cool place. The wee Greek fella and the Cuban waitress were brilliant, hilarious and super attentive. The vibe of this place was just so, so cool. The manager showed us the prep they had done for a wedding the following day and it was really impressive how pleased they were with what they had prepared. I hope the happy couple appreciate the effort that had clearly put in. The sharing seafood starter was outrageous. Prawn Cocktail was the favourite but wow, great sharing starter.

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