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!

Possibly the best Indian Restaurant in Newcastle. My family and I usually reserve a place here on…read morespecial occasions be it birthdays, new year etc. and the service is of very high standard and the owner and staff are always very nice and welcoming. The food is delicious and cooked very well, and I myself certainly love the Tandoori Chicken. My other family members who have attended in the past have also had a great experience here as well, and I certainly recommend Rumana's if you are looking for great food and nights out. The atmosphere is great and is very homely. If you are visiting Newcastle or live here, this is a restaurant you will want to be at!

This, in my opinion, is probably the best Chinese restaurant in terms of authenticity of the food…read moreis concerned. There are couple more restaurants that come close but Happiness Inn is definitely the best. Okay, it might not have the ambience or feel of a posh restaurant, but who cares! The food is divine and to die for! I have been 5-6 times so far, and every time it is has been full of Chinese people, which is always a good sign. Make sure you ask for the more comprehensive Chinese Menu, that's where the magic is ;-)

Was taken here for my birthday was fantastic food is lovely staff are so nice :) loved it would go…read moreagain cx

I just walked in to get a pizza to go, and a pint while I wait, and wow!!!! Great service!!! Great…read moreGuinness! Great prices!!!! Super friendly!!!! And the pizza arrived before I finished my pint!!!! Can't say enough about this place!!! If I weren't leaving in the AM, I'd become a regular!!! Gem in the rough! Soundtrack is also awesome!!! Everyone wants Neil diamond, pizza, and beer!

Food seems good most of the time but waiting times between ordering food / drink and serving is…read morerather hit and miss.

This is our second visit to Zaap - the first being several years ago. I'm surprised I didn't review…read moreit then, but happy to now! Super fun atmopshere and seating options. Friendly and helpful service! More than one employee helped us, whether it was deciding on menu options or looking for sports cards. We did a couple kids meals with different rice options, a beer for the adults (the only draught), and Drunken Noodle and Pad See Ew. Full marks all around. Plenty of food, especially with the side noodles. The Drunken Noodle, my go to Thai dish, was very spicy for me. I like spice, but I'm sure some people handle it better. I was determined to finish my plate, but I was in sweaty tears by the end. Still delicious. We will probably visit this place for a meal every time we are in Newcastle.

Very friendly staff. It smells divine as you walk in so you…read moreknow you're in for a great meal. Cocktails were on special as well as our lunch which was £12 for select apps and mains together. Great value and everyone absolutely demolished their meals. The decor was spectacular. You really felt you had been transported, felt very special and authentic. Would absolutely go back and recommend in a heartbeat. The menu was huge so there should be something for everyone.

Lovely food, definitely a must for any foodies visiting Newcastle…read more Prices are reasonable for the quality & quantity. Nice staff, relaxing atmosphere to enjoy your meal in peace.

Amazing! Probably one of the best meals I have had in the UK. Admittedly I ordered items that are…read moremore about the sourcing but the preparation needs to be raved about as well. All of the small details shined along with the clearly great sourcing mastermind behind this establishment. I started with the oysters. I was amazed with them their freshness and buttery taste and texture as well as a brilliant horseradish sauce that didn't overpower but rather added to the experience. As a main I had the rib-eye with a peppercorn topping. If there was any negative it only would be to the imagination of the sides which were chips /fries and onion rings with some salad leaves. But do not misunderstand me here the main star was clearly the ribeye. Not only cooked to perfection but the sourcing of the meat was incredible. This is no understatement as I eats steak multiple times a week, always ribeye and most of the time US prime. However this steak was incredible and the peppercorn sauce again did not overpower the steak but rather complimented it. I finished with the cheese plate and a glass of port. The cheese selection was spot on and I exceptionally enjoyed the blue. The chutney was probably the best accompaniment for the cheese selection. Crackers were ok and I could have used a toast but it didn't matter. Service was impeccable, even in a rushed setting it was perfect. All suggestions were spot on, never felt rushed and it always felt friendly. I would highly recommend this restaurant and I would definitely come back and go out of my way to come back.

Ok so kamal restaurant is not the one I want but my aunty is hoping to make her own restaurant…read morecalled Sultan Afghan . The food is just brilliant, no doubt . The cups are always clean when she cooks for me and her restaurant would be clean just like her kitchen.

This is the my most favourite Indians wow you should try the chicken tiki masala. My family love…read morethis restaurant so I really recommend this to anyone who likes Indians the address is 279 Stanhope Street Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 5JU England

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.

Very friendly service, everyone greeted us. Although small, it is very welcoming…read more The food was absolutely spectacular. It was just so tasty and made with love. We will definitely be back and I can't wait!

Lovely food, came out quickly and was very tasty. I ordered the Avocado and Roasted Tomato Eggs…read moreBenedict + Parma Ham and Hashbrowns. It looked and tasted amazing. Service was great.

I was surprised that this hadn't already got a Yelp page!…read more The Earl of Pitt Street used to be a highly doubtful pub called The Greyhound but Mark of the highly successful Barn series of restaurants (Barn, Barn at the Biscuit Factory, Barn Asia) has taken the old pub and given it a bang up to date refurb. The kitchen is now up and running and I'm happy to say didn't disappoint. It's currently in an odd location but when the science park is finished it'll be right next door. It has a good range of "proper" beer, some very comfy chairs and tables and an interesting menu. My fish finger butty was a small plate. There are larger mains which sound very good. The "landlady" was very nice and chatty too :-) I'll be back. It on my way home!

Stumbled across this on a wander. Cracking pub, very nicely done out. Comfy sofa seating, good…read moremusic, good selection of local ales. I had a Magus from Durham Brewery which was served in excellent condition. I didn't eat but looked like a good spot for food.