Best Restaurants in South Teesside

In total, there are 2 award winning restaurants in South Teesside, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in South Teesside? 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 South Teesside is Brockley Hall Restaurant in Saltburn-by-the-Sea (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Mathew Johnston serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. Brockley Hall Restaurant currently holds 2 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in South Teesside and indeed no restaurants at all in this location listed in the Michelin Guide; perhaps the Michelin inspectors will visit soon!

There are currently 2 listed AA Rosette restaurants in South Teesside consisting of 1 restaurant holding 2 AA Rosettes and 1 restaurant holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled within the heart of the United Kingdom, you will find the delightful region of South Teesside. A harmonious blend of urban sophistication and rustic charm, this area, beautifully anchored by a stunning coastline, tells a tale of industrial might and cultural evolution dating back centuries. Importantly, it boasts a culinary scene as diverse and vibrant as its history. This gastronomic microcosm, firmly rooted in the North East culture, tantalises the taste buds with an array of traditional British dishes and innovative contemporary fusion cuisine. South Teesside's food scene is reflective of its maritime and industrial heritage. Historically, the region thrived on the Tees estuary, which not only brought an influx of international influence, but also allowed a tradition of locally sourced seafood. Catching fresh North Sea haddock, mackerel, or even lobster is not a rarity in neighbourhood restaurants. Furthermore, the restaurants' menus often nod to the areas past, featuring hearty, robust dishes that powered the ironworkers of old. Trendy gastropubs and sophisticated restaurants sit harmoniously with cosy tearooms and home-style bakeries creating a culinary tapestry rich in history, diversity, England's North East authenticity, and style. When it comes to dining in South Teesside, the common philosophy leads to a delightful exploration of a food scene that has consistently reinvented and evolved, resonating with the echoes of the past while embracing the vibrancy of the present.