The Best Places to Eat on the North East Coast
Where to eat beside the seaside
Audela
Named after the last boat to be built in Berwick, the menu at this coastal gem is inspired heavily by the produce of Northumberland and the Scottish Borders. Think Berwick crab with pickled carrot, Borders venison loin with pearl barley and pickled walnut, and Borders wood pigeon with beetroot. Every month, expect a new tasting menu which follows the seasons.
64 Bridge Street, Berwick TD15 1AQ
01289 308827
audela.co.uk
Bewicks
Though it has another venue in Rothbury, those on the coast can head to Amble for the best of Bewicks, a relaxed dining spot with a sophisticated menu that really packs a punch. Split largely between small and large plates, the dishes are bright and bold, using European flavour profiles to highlight the best local produce.
73 Queen Street, Amble NE65 0DA
01665 661333
bewicks.uk
Bertram’s
Twice-baked local lamb, pan-seared roe deer and Boulmer crab cakes can all be enjoyed at this unassuming neighbourhood bistro which sits neatly between Georgian and Victorian buildings on Warkworth’s main street. The breakfast menu is just as packed with fresh Northumbrian produce, and there’s no better place to relax with a drink and lunch than in their sheltered courtyard to the rear of the restaurant.
19 Bridge Street, Warkworth NE65 0XB
01665 798070
bertrams.co.uk
Jasper’s Bistro
Jasper’s tends to fly under the radar for those not already in the know, but for outstanding seafood it’s a must. You’d be doing yourself a disservice if you didn’t sample the specials board, which is regularly updated to reflect what’s fresh in from the local boats. For something really extravagant, choose the towering seafood platter (fair warning – this needs to be ordered in advance).
8 Bridge Street, Amble NE65 0DR
07853 449465
facebook.com/Jaspersbistro
The Lord Crewe
Bamburgh may only be small but it has an impressive clutch of quality eateries and The Lord Crewe is undoubtedly one of our favourites. Its refined offering has deservedly secured it an AA Rosette and although the focus of the menu is on elevated seafood, there’s plenty here to enjoy besides – their Sunday lunches are superb.
Bamburgh, Northumberland NE69 7BL
01668 214243
lord-crewe.co.uk
1910 Restaurant
Offering seafood and steak, the menu here is as fresh, elegant and refined as the interiors. Bathed in natural light from floor to ceiling windows that run the length of the restaurant and overlook the sea at Whitley Bay, 1910 Restaurant is undoubtedly the town’s fine-dining jewel.
Spanish City Plaza, Whitley Bay NE26 1BG
0191 691 7090
spanishcity.co.uk
Riley’s Fish Shack
Guests travel from far and wide to sample the cooking at this renowned eatery in King Edward’s Bay - and with good reason. Refined yet robust, the portions here are generous and although there is space inside to sit, everything here is best enjoyed on the sand. Book a deckchair beside one of their fire pits and tuck in as you watch the tide come in.
King Edward’s Bay, Tynemouth NE30 4BY
07934 410093
rileysfishshack.com
Colmans Seafood Temple
Serving exceptional fish and chips for just shy of a century, quality is guaranteed when you dine at Colmans. Take a seat in the Temple restaurant with panoramic views of the coastline and start with prawn tacos, followed by dishes like local lobster or seafood curry. Make sure to try out their oyster and cocktail bar for an indulgent experience.
Sea Road, South Shields NE33 2LD
0191 511 1349
colmansseafoodtemple.co.uk
Wild Fire
Excellent pizza joints have been popping up all over the North East recently and Wild Fire is no exception. Laidback and casual, there’s a good mix of traditional and experimental toppings to choose from, and a streamlined menu of well-thought-out small plates.
Hanover Place, Deptford, Sunderland SR4 6BY
wild-fire.restaurant
Tide
Flying largely under the radar since its opening last year, the team at Tide have quietly been doing what they do best: creating contemporary seafood dishes with flair. The sea is right on their doorstep and the glass-fronted restaurant allows guests to see for miles.
North Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EU
0191 524 1809
tideseaham.co.uk
The Seaview Restaurant
The views here are as breathtaking as the name would suggest, covering dramatic coastal cliffs, long stretches of sand, and the historic pier. There’s a large outside terrace and although the menu changes regularly, we can recommend their famous Saltburn crab brioche.
The Foreshore Building, Lower Promenade, Saltburn TS12 1HQ
01287 236015
theseaviewrestaurant.co.uk
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Phil’s Plaice
From Quay to counter in 10 minutes or less, freshness is a guarantee here. They also stock pre-prepared crab, whole local fish and a good range of frozen seafood for filling your freezer.
3 Cliffords Court, North Shields NE30 1JE
0191 257 1555
philsplaice.com
L Robson and Sons
This famous family business needs no introduction. Specialising in the traditional method of oak-smoking kippers using smokehouses that date back more than 130 years, they have plenty to offer besides, including local cod, haddock and shellfish.
Haven Hill, Craster, Alnwick NE66 3TR
01665 576223
kipper.co.uk
Hodgson Fish
Keeping the good people of County Durham happy for more than 100 years, this top-quality fishmongers has shops across the region and have become the largest independent fish merchant in the North of England.
Hartlepool, Durham, Sedgefield
and Yarm
hodgsonfishathome.co.uk
