Best Restaurants in North East England

In total, there are 46 award winning restaurants in North East England, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in North East England? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in North East England is House of Tides in Newcastle upon Tyne (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Kenny Atkinson serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. House of Tides currently holds 1 Michelin Star and 4 AA Rosettes.

There are currently 4 listed Michelin Star restaurants in North East England consisting of 4 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 2 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 16 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 33 listed AA Rosette restaurants in North East England consisting of 1 restaurant holding 4 AA Rosettes, 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes, 9 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 22 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled within the ruggedly beautiful landscape of the North East of England, the gastronomic scene is as varied and captivating as its storied history. This particular corner of Britain, with its windswept castles and industrial past, has metaphorically risen like dough in the oven, crafting a narrative of culinary renaissance that has food critics loudly singing its praises. Once reliant on hearty, traditional fare designed to sate the appetites of miners and shipbuilders, the region has embraced innovation while honouring its roots, resulting in a rich tapestry of tastes that blend old with new. The North East's maverick spirit is best exemplified in its restaurants, from the Michelin-starred opulence in the serene countryside to the bustling, eclectic eateries crowding Newcastle's iconic quayside. The modern Geordie palate enjoys a love affair with locally-sourced produce, showcasing the best of Northumbrian farming within stellar dishes that have reinvented the humble stottie cake and elevated the beloved leek to haute cuisine status. Artisanal endeavors dot the restaurant landscape, offering everything from expertly-aged rare breed beef to velvety crab caught off the coast that morning. A testament to the area's resurgence, the rise of adventurous chefs and vibrant food festivals signals the North East as an unmissable destination for discerning gourmands and casual diners alike, each looking for a taste of Britain's heart and soul served upon a plate.