Best Restaurants in Newcastle

In total, there are 17 award winning restaurants in Newcastle, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Newcastle? 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 Newcastle 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 2 listed Michelin Star restaurants in Newcastle consisting of 2 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There is also 1 restaurant holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 9 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 11 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Newcastle consisting of 1 restaurant holding 4 AA Rosettes, 3 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 7 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled in the heart of England, Newcastle manages to brilliantly showcase a rich tapestry of history and modernity, especially in its culinary scene. The city is steeped in gastronomic past, with a vibrant array of eateries that wholeheartedly honor local produce and time-honoured Cooke. From sleek dining establishments serving expertly crafted dishes, to cosy, age-old spots offering hearty traditional fare, the Newcastle restaurant panorama paints an incredibly delicious picture. Historically, Geordie cuisine has always been homely with an emphasis on local ingredients. Many restaurants in Newcastle are steadily reviving these traditional meals, while simultaneously merging them with novel techniques. The city's food scene has undoubtedly transformed over decades with innovative restaurateurs and chefs breathing new life into it. Even so, the reverence for the past is pleasantly evident, providing one with a unique gastronomic experience that is as much about the heritage as it is about the palate. Newcastle is truly a flavourful blend of the old and the new, making it an obligatory destination for food enthusiasts.