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 Creative Indian cuisine |
27 Queen Street Princes Wharf Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 3UG United Kingdom +44 191 232 7799 |
An address in the Queen Street area of the Quayside usually signals that a restaurant is a cut above the ordinary, and this certainly applies to Asha Raval. They describe their menu as "creative Indian cuisine". Decorated in plush red and discreetly lit, you know as soon as you walk in that it will offer a more sophisticated dining experience than the average curry house. There is a good selection of meat, poultry, and seafood dishes from various Indian traditions, and, given the restaurant's reputation, prices generally are not frighteningly high. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Aussie beer and tucker |
Percy Street Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 7RY United Kingdom +44 191 261 2607 |
This, the city's only Australian theme bar, is to be found at the top of Percy Street, and, being near to Haymarket bus station is a popular meeting place. Aussie imagery abounds on the walls, including clocks telling the time down under, and there is a big screen which shows all the major sporting action. The Australian-style tucker (which is an Australian colloquiallism for food) also comes recommended - the hearty portions represent excellent value for money, as do the Happy Hour prices before 7p. Given Bar Oz's proximity to the city's universities it is favoured by students, especially at lunchtimes. Evenings generally see a good mix of clientele, when the regular DJ plays requests alongside a mix of tunes past and present. Bar Oz also boasts the only circular pool table in Newcastle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beer garden overlooking the Tyne |
Castle Garth Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1RQ United Kingdom +44 191 232 6400 |
Sandwiched between the Castle keep and the High Level Bridge, the Bridge Hotel stands out in its own right as a building of unusual architectural merit. From the beer garden overlooking the river you can see some of the remains of medieval Newcastle and a selection of the City's bridges. The range of beers usually includes several guest ales from the smaller breweries. The lunchtime menu has something for most appetites, and Sunday lunch is highly recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Lounge bar diner |
13-15 Sandhill Quayside Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 3AF United Kingdom +44 191 245 0055 |
This large, trendy, recently built bar which sits virtually beneath the Tyne Bridge boasts a cool, sharp, modern design which is in stark contrast to the traditional architecture and decor of most of the surrounding buildings. The open plan interior, on two floors, is clean and uncluttered, offering ample space to stand, but not too much seating. A large beer garden outside caters for any overflow on warm summer evenings. It has a good selection of draught and bottled drinks, and prides itself on its cocktails. One or two Newcastle United footballers have been known to favour the establishment. Sunday evenings from 5.30p see the resident DJ hosting Cool Note, a chilled and mellow offering of funk, jazz, and soul. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Newcastle upon Tyne United Kingdom |
Newcastle's city centre is certainly not behind the times. The city centre has many shopping areas, including Eldon Square, where the largest Fenwick department store in the country is located. Northumberland Street was ranked as the most expensive shopping road in the U.K., outside of London, for sellers to rent out. The district also contains the largest music venue in the city, Metro Radio Arena, which seats 11,000. In addition to all the entertaining aspects of the city centre, it also plays host to the country's first Biotechnology Village, called the "Centre for Life." The city council considers it the first big step to making Newcastle the "science city." Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quaint pub with plenty of charm |
31, The Side Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 3JE United Kingdom +44 191 232 1269 |
The oldest pub in Newcastle is worth visiting just to have a look at the stained glass window. The bar must be one of the smallest in the city - and as narrow as a railway carriage. The snug at the front has a much more natural and traditional feel than those manufactured in a lot of pub refurbishments. The beer is good and the atmosphere friendly. The pub is popular with business people, students and people seeking a refuge from the more trendy venues nearby on the Quayside. The Crown Posada is not old and quaint because someone designed it that way, but just because it is that way. Posada, incidentally is Portuguese for "resting place". The pub was apparently once owned by a Portuguese shipping merchant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inviting Italian restaurant |
82 Pilgrim Street Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 6SG United Kingdom +44 191 232 8923 |
This is a charming restaurant that always looks particularly inviting when you walk past it at night and look in through the big windows at the candle-lit diners obviously enjoying their tasty and reasonably priced meals. All the pizza and pasta dishes are one price, and there is a varied selection of chicken and steak meals. The sea food section is particularly tempting—try the swordfish if you are in the mood for something a little exotic. There are a number of house specialities that are worth consideration. To sum up—good food, nice atmosphere, reasonable prices. What more could you ask for? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional pub with broad-based appeal |
Pink Lane Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 5DW United Kingdom +44 191 232 6478 |
In spite of being tucked away in a narrow pedestrian street, away from the main party areas of the city, the Forth is usually busy. The clientèle is broadly based. Its traditional feel attracts those who prefer to avoid the bright and brash fun bars, and its excellent juke box draws in those whose musical appreciation stretches beyond the pop charts. Its proximity to clubs such as World Headquarters, and Scotland Yard makes it a popular pre-club meeting place. If you like your pubs unpretentious, and your drinks reasonably cheap, then give the Forth a try. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upstairs or downstairs, the choice is yours |
2 Neville Street Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 5EN United Kingdom +44 191 232 4379 http://www.theheadofsteam.co.uk/ |
Opposite the Central railway station, this popular, and usually busy pub, has the distinction of not having a ground floor - when you walk in off the street you only have the option of upstairs or downstairs. Upstairs is the main bar which is an intimate little room that quickly gets crowded, but usually maintains a good atmosphere, serving quality cask ales, and a selection of Czech draught beers. Downstairs is noisier, with DJs strutting their stuff from Wednesday to Saturday, with each night having its own type of music and its own character. The basement is also open on Sunday afternoon for one of the most reasonably priced Sunday lunches in the city, served until 5p. Enjoy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Loud and lively city centre pub |
32-36 Cloth Market Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1EE United Kingdom +44 191 232 4972 |
Probably the loudest pub in the city, Liquid has a sound system that would put some nightclubs to shame, and features DJs seven nights a week. Many visitors to this establishment in the famous Bigg Market area of the city come here to meet friends before going on to one of the clubs in the city center. Liquid has a society you can become a member of that entitles you to cut price drinks and a bottle of bubbly on your birthday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wooden beams, good beer, nice food |
Old George Yard Cloth Market Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1EZ United Kingdom |
You have to go down an alley from the Cloth Market, and into a courtyard to find the entrance to the Old George. But take the trouble, because this friendly pub is worth finding. Wood panelling and low wooden beamed ceilings are a feature in the oldest part of the building, but the newer extension is brighter and more open, without compromising the character of the original. Snack foods such as sandwiches and burgers are always available, and see the chalk boards for the daily menus if you want a more substantial meal. There is a large screen TV, and occasional live music. A function room is available to book. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cajun Cocktails |
Haymarket Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 7PF United Kingdom +44 191 230 3344 |
This chain bar opened when the massive Marks and Spencer store next door was built, completely changing the face of the Haymarket area. An upmarket and classy bar, it offers a welcome contrast to some of the more rough and ready bars in the Haymarket. Two notable features are the excellent cocktails, and the Cajun style food that is available. The Cajun theme is maintained throughout and the decor on the bar's two levels is neatly based on this theme. Being within a few seconds walk of both Haymarket Metro station, and Haymarket bus station, makes it a convenient meeting place. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Award-winning architecture at stylish Quayside bar |
108, The Quayside Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 3DX United Kingdom +44 191 232 4110 |
The south-facing wall of this huge, architecturally splendid, modern building is completely made of glass, and offers drinkers a view that is arguably one of the best on Tyneside. Situated at the eastern end of the Quayside it looks across the river to the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, and is at the northern end of the spectacular Gateshead Millennium Bridge, as well as having panoramic views of the Tyne's other bridges. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Newcastle upon Tyne United Kingdom |
This is the oldest part of Newcastle, and was for many years in a state of decay. Recently, however, the decline has been reversed. Some of the old warehouses and residences (many dating back to the sixteenth century) have been converted into pubs, restaurants, and apartments without compromising the original architecture. Development continues, and the Gateshead Millennium Bridge now links the Quayside with the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art across the Tyne in Gateshead. Every Sunday there is a street market, with stalls selling clothes, books, records, and much else. But one of the nicest things to do at the Quayside is simply to stroll. There are broad paved areas fronting the river, with seating, and a number of intriguing sculptures to look at. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quality food in a relaxed environment |
22 Collingwood Street Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1JF United Kingdom +44 191 232 0612 http://www.theroma.co.uk |
Opened in 1965, and still owned by the same family, the Roma is the oldest established Italian restaurant in Newcastle. It has maintained a solid reputation for quality food and service. It offers is an appetising range of authentic Italian cuisine freshly cooked to order and well presented, in a relaxed environment where you will never feel rushed. The chicken and veal dishes are particularly fine, and there is a wide range of sea food. The dessert menu is more varied than in many Italian restaurants. There is a special lunch menu. A function room for up to 80 people is available, and a disco bar, licensed till one o'clock can be opened on request. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Newcastle upon Tyne United Kingdom |
Newcastle's Chinatown, where even the litter bins and telephone kiosks resemble pagodas. With more than fifteen varied restaurants and an express takeaway, there should be something here to suit all palates and all pockets. There is also a Chinese supermarket, a craft shop that offers advice on Feng Shui, a couple of oriental herbalists, and the offices of the North East Chinese Association. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The cheapest beer in the city centre |
48 Westgate Road Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1JF United Kingdom +44 191 261 5718 |
This pub occupies a refurbished listed building that has many interesting features inside, including a magnificent staircase, and some impressive stained glass. Add to these attributes the fact that this is the cheapest pub in the city centre, and you will understand why it is usually full - in fact on weekend nights expect to have to queue to get in. The food is also excellent and Sunday lunch is particularly recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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De-luxe Indian cuisine |
29 Queen Street Prince's Wharf Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 3UG United Kingdom +44 191 221 0601 |
Located in the quiet and fashionable Queen Street area just behind the bustling Quayside, Vujon offers high class original Indian cuisine at prices that need not break the bank. Plushly carpeted in green, the restaurant has a sedate, sophisticated feel. The bar area just inside the door has comfortable and inviting sofa-type seats that make waiting for a table a pleasurable experience, especially when the smell of spices is in the air, hinting at the promise of good food to come. There is a good variety of meat, seafood, and poultry dishes on offer, as well as many choices suitable for vegetarians. Businesses and other large parties are welcomed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Pagoda-style Chinese restaurant |
29 Forth Banks Quayside Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 3SG United Kingdom +44 191 232 6090 http://www.watersidepalace.co.uk |
Somewhat out of the way, being situated at the bottom of Forth Banks, just along from the Copthorne Hotel, this restaurant's well deserved reputation ensures its popularity both at lunchtime and in the evening. The striking red and green Pagoda-style building offers dining on two floors. Peking and Cantonese style cuisine are the specialties, and fresh sea food dishes are always available. Vegetarians are well catered to, and the restaurant prides itself on its dim sum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Economy priced drinking |
30 Grainger Street Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 5JG United Kingdom +44 191 261 5979 |
Occupying a very fine Victorian building, in French Renaissance style with some Gothic-looking roof features, this pub is pleasantly quiet at lunch time, and pleasantly lively in the evening. There are bars on three floors, and higher you climb, the less busy it gets. The top floor can be booked for private functions. Because of its position away from the city's main party areas (although it is still centrally located, only a minute from the Central railway station) it tends to have a more varied, and perhaps slightly older clientèle than many city centre pubs. Selected cheap drinks are on offer from 2p to closing time every day except Wednesdays, when live music is featured in the evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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It's a scream |
Centro House Cloth Market Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1EE United Kingdom |
One of the most famous of the Bigg Market's many "fun" bars, Yel is truly a place to experience the madness of a night out in Newcastle. Step inside and down the stairs that have caught out many an inebriated reveller, and you'll be hit by an atmosphere not unlike a Spanish resort bar or a 'Club 18-30' holiday. Look around you in this nightclub-style pub and you'll see scantily clad bar staff and sometimes dancers who wear even less! Party games offer humiliation for those who want to get up on stage. As you can gather it's all pretty hectic stuff, you won't find many places like it in this country, apart from the rest of the Bigg Market, that is. Note that the aforementioned stairs make access difficult for those with mobility problems. Review © 2007, Wcities |