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A charming Tudor-style establishment on Northumberland Road that combines traditional pub atmosphere with modern dining and wedding venue capabilities. Open daily from 10am to midnight, City Tavern offers a versatile experience from morning coffee through to late-night drinks. This traditional English tavern provides authentic pub hospitality with quality ale, food, and the kind of historic character that makes it perfect for both casual visits and special celebrations, including weddings in its distinctive Tudor setting.

A beloved authentic Chinese street food specialist that brings handmade dumplings and traditional flavors to Newcastle's heart. Founded in 2019 by Qian Liu and Lin Shao (who arrived in Newcastle in 2002), this simple, snug restaurant has become so popular it recently opened a second location in Jesmond. Famous for their xiaolongbao (viral 'soup dumplings') best enjoyed in a window seat watching the world go by, the restaurant specializes in steamed dumplings, braised dishes, and five-spice preparations that perfectly capture authentic Chinese street food culture.

Award-winning independent pizzeria that brings authentic 90s New York pizza culture to Newcastle with their guiding motto "New York slices at New York prices." Recently crowned Best Independent Pizza Shop at the Restaurant and Bar Awards 2025, DoughDaze delivers high-quality, mouthwatering pizza that embodies the true Big Apple experience without breaking the budget. Their thoughtfully curated menu features classic favorites and innovative specials, all handcrafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients that capture the spirit of New York right in the Northeast.

A sociable and effortlessly stylish space on the first floor of Fenwick Newcastle, serving as "a home from home where hospitality comes first." This breakfast, lunch, and early evening venue specializes in crafted comforts, lunch bites, and sweet treats, making it perfect for mid-shopping trips, business meetings, afternoon tea, or quiet moments with quality coffee. With their weekly changing fixed-price menu offering house favorites and seasonal delights, Café 21 is where "me time matters" in the heart of Newcastle's premier department store.