Aneesa's Buffet Restaurant

Prepare for a carnivorous adventure at this authentic Brazilian churrascaria overlooking Newcastle's Quayside. Rio brings the traditional gaucho experience to the North East, where passadores (meat carvers) roam the dining room with sword-like skewers, carving endless cuts of perfectly grilled meats directly onto your plate. With an impressive salad bar to balance the protein feast and that distinctly Brazilian warmth of service, it's an all-you-can-eat experience that transforms dinner into an event.

A specialist city steak restaurant and bar on the prestigious Quayside that elevates the steakhouse experience with premium cuts and expert preparation. Open for both lunch and dinner with extended weekend hours, Tomahawk focuses on delivering exceptional beef alongside a sophisticated bar program. The restaurant's prime location and commitment to quality have made it a go-to destination for steak lovers seeking both excellent food and a refined dining atmosphere in Newcastle's restaurant quarter.

This sophisticated Quayside gem represents everything elegant about contemporary dining. From Terry Laybourne's acclaimed hospitality group, 21 offers polished floorboards, leather banquettes, and that perfect balance of chic and comfortable. The weekly changing menu showcases seasonal ingredients with skillful cooking that never tries too hard, while the private dining room makes it ideal for special occasions. It's refined without being stuffy - exactly what you want from a proper city center restaurant.

Part wine bar, part restaurant with a big-hearted "everybody welcome" attitude. Inspired by neighborhood bars found in France and Italy, offering interesting wines, charcuterie, and crowd-pleasing dishes full of punchy flavors. It's an after-work drinks spot and supper-with-friends place where "an hour spins into several without anyone noticing." Open evenings Tuesday to Friday, all day Saturday, and closes late.