What a fantastic night, ten of us went here for a friends birthday meal and we were not…read moredisappointed. The food was amazing, the portions were big, the staff were friendly, nothing was too much trouble for them. We all agreed we would be back in the very near future! Thank you for an excellent night!

I visited from Edinburgh and at River Beat was probably the best meal I have had in a long long…read moretime! Everything was exceptional, the menu, the food, the presentation, the taste, the service, the location, the cost, all just spot on!

Great food, stunning location, and an even better price!…read more We visited this establishment on our staff night out, and it was well worth it! We found out about it using the free StreetAway app, and managed to get 34% off 3 Tapas and 2 Drinks! The location, as I previously touched on, is absolutely stunning, and is a real hidden gem. It's nestled right on the River Tyne, next to the Swing Bridge, and we went at night, meaning it was a fantastic sight to see the lights of Newcastle. As for the food itself, I couldn't have asked for more. I'm normally a picky eater, so was very apprehensive about actually eating here. However, I couldn't have been more pleasantly surprised (who'd have thought Squid would taste so good!). I would definitely come here again, whether it be for a meal with friends, a date, or another work night out. Great stuff!

2 people, 4 tapas and 2 glasses of wine for £22 was a great deal. We got baked brie, mushroom…read morerisotto, chicken satay and baked fish patties. The risotto was incredible, so much flavor and a perfect consistency. Also the gin and tonic selection is amazing! 3 pages of "ginventions" with different gins, flavored tonics and garnishes. This is the perfect place for a girls night or date night, fun and delicious!

I headed to Ora after booking up for me and a friend over the bank holiday weekend. Glad I booked…read moreas it was jam packed I headed to the bar to grab a drink whilst we waited for our table to be re-set. Only waiting ten minutes the waitress brought our cocktails up; mine a cosmopolitan and a elder-fizz or something to that effect! Served with a slice of orange (as to be expected) and a very fancy star shaped melon! After being seated up stairs on the meziene level we got started on our catch up - the last time we saw each other was back in March when we went to Berlin together! The waiter gave us enough time to decide having only come over twice we had just about narrowed down our tapas choices! (There is a main menu too should you want something a little more! We opted for 4 tapas plates; the tempura prawns, humous and pitta, meatballs and chorizo and hallomi. On our waiters recommendation we went for a fifth plate of patatas- bravas aioli. They all took a good 20-25 minutes to arrive which was idea for us as we followed our cocktails with a bottle of prosecco. On arrival we tucked in - my favourites being the hummus and the meatballs which came in a creamy tomato sauce topped with parmesan shavings. The garlic potatoes were also great however thankful I wasn't doing much the next day as my dad told me the garlic smell followed me around the next day... The only downside to our meal was being told the next covers had arrived so we needed to make a move. This was even before our plates had been cleared away and although I was told whilst booking over the phone I would have thought that we were allowed slightly longer given the fact we were in fact also seated slightly late. Nevertheless the meal was tasty and the wine was good no doubt I will be back next time I am visiting Newcastle!

After living in Texas for 4 years I've lost hope for a decent burrito tbh... every little thing at…read morethis place starting from old school Mexican lemonades that bring back some good memories, alongside great customer service that always has something pleasant to say... definitely always a place to go for on my Newcastles list...

Zapatista is a fusion between a Subway and Mexican food. You can choose from a wide range of base…read moreMexican foods including burritos, tacos and nachos. You then choose your meat (veggie options including a nice chilli are available) to top your chosen base item. Then the magic happens and you can choose from all sorts of toppings including sour cream, guacamole and a wide range of salsas. I would really recommend this place at lunch, although be prepared to wait in a queue. The burritos are impressive and you will definitely be full after one! Some of the positives include: - Great variety - Friendly staff - Cool Decor Some of the negatives include: - Lack of space - Toppings are slightly overpriced and have noticed an increase in skimping on size I love Mexican food so have waited a few times before reviewing so I can make up my mind - I was unsure wether this place seemed amazing due to the lack of Mexican alternatives in Newcastle. However it is definitely worth a visit!

Stumbled upon this Indian restaurant by accident and was pleasantly surprised. Its only about 10…read moreminutes outside of Newcastle City Centre but is much cheaper than those centrally based. And most importantly the food is sublime! I am a bit of an indian food conoseuir as I have the privilege of eating home made indian food (my partner is of pakistani origin), so I know when a curry is bland and tasteless. I also like my food spicy but genuine, none of this tikka masala rubbish which is about as spicy as Sporty Mel C or a made up vindaloo (OTT hot with no real flavour)... also the service is good and it has a nice atmosphere. Plus it's BYO so happy days boys and girls. Definitely recommend : )

Initial Reaction: Being that we were unexpectedly staying for the night due to the weather further…read morenorth, through my Yelp search, I found some cocktail lounges to check out. The Botanist was an excellent find when we stayed the night in downtown Newcastle. Located on Monument Mall, you have to up three flights of stairs or take the lift (elevator) to reach the main bar and lounge that has a strong botanical garden theme that is quite beautiful, especially with the location being under a dome. The dome is gorgeous and really enhances the botanical garden and atrium effect. The cocktails are very good as well. I ordered a buttered coconut old fashioned that was quite rich and creamy, but very satisfying with the toasted coconut and butter-washed Makers Mark bourbon with homemade salted honey syrup. My wife enjoyed her Botanist Ultimate Gin & Tonic as we took a table with these plushy lounge chairs. The bartender was fantastic and friendly in making us the cocktails. Really nice guy who made us feel at home. Additionally, they have a rooftop balcony to enjoy the drinks; however, on this evening, it was windy and cold (at least for us Floridians) to where we decided to stay warmer inside. But we would return in a heartbeat.

Best kabobs eve! The peri peri chicken was moist and had tremendous flavor. Incredible atmosphere…read morein the main atrium. Save room for the shared cookie dough; one of the best desserts I've had!

My previous review remains completely the same…read more My this visit this week provided an opportunity to get some more dim sum and lots of it. What I did see was a restaurant full of Chinese diners eating the very same food. Now if that is not a recommendation for a great restaurant ........

I can't believe this place has only one review!…read more Since switching assignments and being in Newcastle this has quickly become a regular, you just can't beat Dim Sum. The plus sides... Dim Sum, glorious and well made Dim Sum. I truly believe it's made on site as the same orders vary quite a lot between visits... they are always consistent enough, but definitely change... that can be good and bad depending on your view, but I can't say I've ever been totally let down. This place is best suited for a group of adventorous friends who aren't scared to order a bunch of small dishes and share... my personal favourites include the Prawn and Chive Dumplings along with the Pork and Prawn Dumplings, along the lines of Sui Mai. Even when I haven't loved something here I usually chalk it up to personal taste, as with the Cheung Fun (a little too bland for me), I saw a Chinese lady beside me order two of them and scoff them up with delight... to each their own! Still, the Smashed Prawn Dumplings, Deep Fried Squid with Garlic, Salt, and Pepper, and so many other things hit the spot that I can't fault misses that are down to me ordering off of the beaten path. :) Oh, the Steamed Barbecue Pork Buns... just the right size and balance of flavour! (These are simple but often go wrong, not so here.) A tip, don't be scared to ask for a sauce... a few dishes come with their specific type, but a lot of the Dim Sum dishes could use a sauce of some sort but they don't tend to offer unless you ask... their happy enough to bring some over though when asked. I haven't ventured to the mains, other than the starter Deep Fried Squid with Garlic, Salt, and Pepper (with extra chilli, naturally), because I find it too fun to have variety and the mains look rather large... what I have seen looks good however, and there's normally large groups of people going for mains at various tables so I assume they're good. The only other down side is twice the pints have just seemed off so it may be best to stick to bottles (the pints aren't Asian as it is), BUT, that could also just be a fluke and/or down to me so I'm not ready to really knock them for that and I certainly haven't stopped going! The place itself is accessible from an elevator on the main street of Chinatown... how mysterious and a bit fun! (OK, fun is relative, but it's still kinda cool.) It's perfectly fitting, larger than expected, and generally pleasant so no real complaints there/ The staff are friendly enough and have even begun to remember some of my orders so they're definitely paying attention! I have to go five stars here because I feel like I would be a hypocrite to do otherwise... I've gone here so much, it speaks for itself and I'll be very sad to say goodbye to this place when I migrate next for work. If you don't like Chinese food or Dim Sum then obviously this won't be for you, but if you like Dim Sum then hopefully this place will rock your world and become a regular of your own.

Awesome food great service. Will I return Absolutely Been a…read moreColeman fan on trips home but my Cousin lives near by. The line at the to go told me she'd booked a great choice. Fish and chips this good plus beer - will I return - AB SO LUTELY

Traveling by cruise ship stopping in Newcastle UK. Wanted to try authentic English fish and chips…read more We were not disappointed. We shared this meals and it was plentiful. Very hot. The fish was made to order. Flaky and flavorful. Fries were great and loved the tartar sauce. Yummy.

Tasty food served by friendly staff. Excellent Otis burger, and delicious Shakshuka. Outdoor dining…read moreat lunchtime was safe and pleasant. Covid protocols we're followed well.

Love arlos! Light airy quirky. Good wholesome food with a upper market edge that you would expect…read morefor jesmond. Had brunch there today lovely food, id recommend the eggs benedicts or the porridge with bananas, hazelnuts and honey. Reasonably priced for top quality nosh, great for brunch, lunch or dinner. Some nice quirky gift shops on the same street so good location for a mooch around after. Parking a bit hit and miss as permit on adjacent streets, but 2 hour stay directly outside if you can get a spot between all the 4x4s tee hee. West jesmond metro on the street so easy accessible.

Best in the area by far. Fantastic food and great service. The staff are superb, nothing is a…read moreproblem. Lovely venue also with great ambiance! Were very lucky to to have the Peking Garden in our town :)

This is the first time I've visited Peking Garden but it was on good recommendation for authentic…read moreall you can eat Chinese food. We popped in on 27th December expecting it to be quiet between the two big dates of Christmas and New Year but it was absolutely buzzing in there. Worried that we might not get we waited in a small queue at the door but only a couple of minutes later everyone was seated. I had no idea there were three stories and despite the restaurant being full the service was impeccable. Every dish was freshly made and brought to your table which made a nice difference to other serve yourself buggers we've been to before. The food portions were good but not overwhelming so you could taste multiple dishes without leaving any waste. The price was around £24 each which included a couple of soft drinks too which we couldn't believe given the amount of food we actually ate! I would highly recommend this place and will definitely be returning!!