13 Feb 2023
Date night is a sacred occasion whether youâve been together two weeks or 25 years. The number one way to celebrate date night is with a romantic dinner, of course. Good food, drink, and quality time with your partner â whatâs not to like?
In Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, residents and travellers alike are blessed with an exciting dining scene, with each restaurant offering something different.
Having so many spectacular restaurants is a good problem to have, and weâve made things easier for you by selecting our top 5 romantic restaurants in Newcastle.
Whether youâre looking for a classy, intimate setting to mark a special occasion or a sunny terrace to soak up stunning views, our list of date-friendly dining destinations has the restaurant for you.
Why youâll love it: spectacular panoramic views from the cityâs tallest building.
Nothing beats a meal with a good view; at 3Sixty, every seat in the house enjoys a breath-taking panoramic of Newcastle.
Located atop the tallest building in the city, you can sip signature cocktails and work your way through the restaurantâs small plates and sharing boards. From oysters and scallops to kofta and sushi, the small plates are ideal for trying a bit of everything!
Hadrianâs Tower, 27 Rutherford Street, Newcastle, NE4 5BJ (itâs the tallest building in Newcastle, so if you canât find it, look up!)
Why youâll love it: an unassuming shipping container makes for a unique date spot.
Youâd be forgiven for walking past TrĂ€kol if it wasnât for the jam-packed terrace.
TrĂ€kol, located in a cluster of renovated shipping containers tucked under the famous Tyne Bridge, isnât your typical date night location. But donât let the humble exterior deceive you.
TrĂ€kol is an open-fire restaurant serving seriously good food. The concept here is primitive cooking, indoors, with everything from pigâs head (yes, really) to roasted shellfish on the menu.
There are two prime spots to bag a table: close to the open plan kitchen or on the terrace, which overlooks the Tyne River.
Thereâs only a limited number of tables, so book well in advance. This spot is a firm favourite amongst locals.
Hillgate Quays, Newcastle, Gateshead, NE8 2BH (if you get lost, head to the Tyne Bridge)
Why youâll love it: a genuine 13th-century mediaeval banquet hall.
Blackfriars Restaurant occupies the UKâs oldest dining room. If that doesnât impress your partner, we donât know what will! It might be the unique, mediaeval setting that draws you to this restaurant, but itâs the exceptional food thatâll keep you coming back.
Serving high-end British cuisine with a focus on seasonal produce (often straight from local farms and markets), the food here is so good it earned the restaurant a coveted Taste of England Award.
Either dine in the historic building or enjoy an alfresco meal in the quaint Cloister Garden, a stunning courtyard surrounded by mediaeval buildings.
Blackfriars Restaurant & Banquet Hall, Friars Street, Newcastle, NE1 4XN
Why youâll love it: an opulent Michelin-starred venue
House of Tides is a Michelin-starred restaurant without the over-the-top formal setting youâd expect.
The relaxed dining room fosters a welcoming atmosphere where you donât have to worry about looking the part. Complete with a large open fireplace and views over River Tyne, youâll soon feel at home.
The restaurant only serves a 9-course tasting menu, eliminating the troublesome task of choosing what to order!
The menu uses seasonal and sustainable produce, which changes with the seasons. House of Tides only opens its doors Wednesday â Saturday, which, as you would expect, leads to it being a very exclusive spot. Book in advance!
28-30 The Close, Newcastle, NE1 3RF
Why youâll love it: 100% vegan options
Although the restaurants above adequately cater for vegetarians and vegans, we thought itâs only right to include a 100% vegan option.
Vegano offers a wide variety of delicious food in a modern and cosy setting. Opt for a three-course Italian-inspired menu, or get your hands dirty with a vegan burger or kebab.
For a table at Vegano, plan accordingly. The restaurant is only open three nights per week (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday).
33a Blandford Square, Newcastle, NE1 4HZ
The restaurants above are just the tip of the iceberg. Newcastle has too many culinary delights to mention, but we hope weâve given you something to think about.
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