Retaurants – Whitley Bay, Tynemouth, North Shields & Newcastle
The Shikara – Indian restaurant
Within a 5 minute walk The Shikara is modern, bright and spacious but with enough cosy corners to escape into, Shikara offers a contemporary take on traditional Indian cuisine in a restaurant that offers not only depth of character, but also depth of flavour.
Geordie-influenced classic dishes made freshly from scratch using local and seasonal produce to give a real taste of our beloved North East. From lemon & mint risotto, north sea fish & chips to 7oz rump steak, we’re sure you’ll find something you’ll enjoy – all within a 5 minute walk.
Based in the beautiful village of Tynemouth which is a 5 minute drive away, the fully licensed Long Sands Fish Kitchen is an award winning restaurant and take-away. With a menu featuring Shetland mussels, shucked oysters, grilled lobster, grilled seabass noodle salad, spicy shrimp burger to our old favourite – cod & chips . All served from 11.30am to 8pm weekdays and ’til 8.30pm Friday & Saturday.
Fabulously fresh fish, locally caught. Riley’s Fish Shack sits on the stunning King Edwards Bay in Tynemouth, perched beneath Priory Castle and overlooking the glorious Tynemouth coast. From monkfish and kipper wraps to lobster & surf & turf or even just a hot chocolate, it really is a jewel in the crown.
The Ora wine bar & restaurant is in the charming village of Tynemouth which is 5 minutes by car. With a menu bursting with something for everyone from tapas, paella, lamb cutlets, fillet steak to seafood salad.
Asian fusion & tapas bar – serves delicious dim sum, sushi, tapas and Asian cuisine, only a 2 minute walk from Tynemouth metro station or 5 minutes by car.
Traditional yet modern at the same time, the Gulshan Indian Kitchen, Grill & Cocktail Bar feautures dishes of Indian & Bangladesh cuisine. Based in the picturesque village of Tynemouth, which is only a 2 minute walk from Tynemouth metro station or 5 minutes by car.
The very best from the East Coast. A chef led fish monger, deli and eatery serving fish from the counter, also small plates of oysters, langoustines, lobster and crab alongside an extensive wine list. It’s the perfect place to relax or even pick up a few cookery tips!
The second restaurant in partnership with hotel giant Meliã, is Gino D’Acampo Quayside. It’s a beautiful light, open plan restaurant with floor to ceiling windows that lets the natural light flood in –it’s a real mood booster. That’s not all, we also have a huge contemporary terrace overlooking the iconic River Tyne. Serving real Italian food as it should be, the menu really does have something for everyone.
Marco Pierre White steak house, bar & grill serves locally sourced produce and features a range of regionally inspired daily specials. The restaurant also has a semi-private dining area for special occasions. Based in Fenkle Street, Newcastle – your journey will take only 25 minutes by metro or 30 mins.
This Michelin star restaurant serves only the best, top quality ingredients and is worth a visit if you would like something special. Based in The Close, Newcastle your journey will take 25 minutes by metro or 30 mins by car.
Cafés
Set along the scenic Whitley Bay coastline with beautiful views stretching along the shore to St Mary’s Lighthouse, built in 1910, Spanish City is the iconic multi award-winning coastal venue in Whitley Bay. Home to 1910 restaurant, Valerie’s Tearoom, Trenchers restaurant and takeaway and also The Champagne Bar, this quintessential venue is not to be missed.
With breathtaking views of Priory Castle in Tynemouth, Mister Woods is a must to visit. Featuring a mouth watering menu of clotted cream scones, ice cream sundaes to soup of the day, you won’t want to leave! Only a 2 minute walk from Tynemouth metro station or 5 minutes by car.
An enchanting little coffee shop in the heart of Tynemouth Village. Lovely fresh cakes and coffee. Within a 2 minute walk from Tynemouth metro station or 5 minutes by car.
Standing prominently at the North end of the beach on Tynemouth Longsands, with amazing views of the beach towards Cullercoats and Tynemouth Priory/Castle and Tynemouth North Pier. Featuring an extensive menu, which will cater for everyone from breakfast time through to evening meals. 5 minutes by car or a lovely 20 minute walk along the sea front to Tynemouth.
A unique venue with panoramic views across the Blue Flag, award winning, Tynemouth Longsands Beach. A wonderfully spacious coffee bar with lots of freshly baked delights. Only 5 minutes by car or a lovely 20 minute walk along the sea front towards Tynemouth
Allard’s Lounge – wine bar & café, sat in the heart of bustling Tynemouth Village with a vast menu on offer from full English breakfast, eggy bread & crumpets to seafood tapas and fish fingers with tartare sauce. Within a 2 minute walk from Tynemouth metro station or 5 minutes by car.
Deli
With over 1500 delicious products, all carefully selected for their quality and provenance. The deli combines their own homemade specialties with goodies made by the region’s finest brands. Also serving a delicious hot & cold lunch menu which includes sandwiches, salads, pastries and soups. Within a 2 minute walk from Tynemouth metro station or 5 minutes by car.