The New Openings all Foodies Will Want to Try
What's new to know about in the North East and Yorkshire
The Ivy
102 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6AE
After rumours have swirled for months, it’s been confirmed that The Ivy is coming to Newcastle city centre. The highly regarded chain are in the process of refurbishing the Grade II-listed former Lloyds Bank building at the top of Grey Street. Dates and details of the new opening are currently under wraps, but once open it will be the first Ivy location in England north of Harrogate.
Goods
Metrovick House, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8JF
Goods is the exciting new all-day kitchen, organic grocer, café, bakery and juice bar that’s about to open in Newcastle’s city centre, just off Northumberland Street. The enormous venue is designed to be a place to meet, eat and shop, and is still in the process of being renovated, but we can’t wait for it to open in mid-September.
South Causey Inn
Beamish Burn Road, Stanley, County Durham DH9 0LS
South Causey Inn near Stanley has announced its newest culinary offering coming this October. Taking over from Restaurant Hjem’s residency, new restaurant Biedronka will be led by seasoned chef Marek Dziedzic, formerly of the Hjem team. Expect seasonal British dishes with distinctive Polish influences from the menu.
Local HQ
Unit B3, Benfield Business Park NE6 4NQ
In Benfield Business Park, Jesmond coffee legends Local have just opened Local HQ. The new space promises to be a must-visit destination for speciality coffee, natural wine, proper food and events.
Malabar
Dykelands Road, Sunderland SR6 8DD
A sleek new Indian restaurant has just opened on Dykelands Road in Sunderland. Malabar can be found by the coast serving up excellent traditional tandoori dishes, small plates, curries and cocktails.
The Court
Court Lane, Durham DH1 3AW
A new high-end pub has just opened in Durham. The Court is a cosy space perfect for colder days and darker evenings, offering elevated pub options on the menu alongside fantastic views of the Cathedral. You’ll find it on Court Lane.
Proof
221 School Road, Crookes, Sheffield, S10 1GN
The team behind former bookshop Novel have just reopened as Proof, and are now offering delicious tipples alongside a curated selection of books, bakes, coffee and snacks. You can find their new spot on School Road in Crookes.
Atlas
Rockliffe Hall, Hurworth on Tees, Darlington DL2 2DU
Atlas, the much anticipated fine-dining restaurant from James and Maria Close, is now taking live bookings and will be welcoming its first guests to its custom-built premises at Rockliffe Hall from 9th September. The 36-cover, standalone restaurant forms the heart of the resort’s transformation into a world-class, gastronomy-focused destination.
Habitum and Rotisserie Club
27 Wellington Street, LS1 4EA
Habitum in Leeds have announced a new location on Wellington Street, taking over the former Shokupan location, with new restaurant Rotisserie Club also joining the coffee legends in the same venue. Rotisserie Club will take over the afternoon service, with Habitum covering mornings. The current timeline aims for a late September to early October opening.
Crumb
14 Church Street, Masham, HG4 4DR
Family-run, artisan bakery Crumb has opened its third site, this time in Masham, joining the two existing sites in Sheffield. You’ll find the new spot on Church Street serving up the exceptional bakes they’re known and loved for, as well as savoury options and seasonal specials.
Jamie Keeble at Swinton Park Hotel
Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4JH
Michelin-trained chef Jamie Keeble is the new head chef at Swinton Park Hotel’s Chef’s Table experience. Jamie, whose previous experience includes the Michelin-starred Mysé in Hovingham, is officially joining Swinton Estate from September.
Bakers Yard Bakery
1 Bakers Yard, Sheffield, S3 8BY
Award-winning Bakers Yard Bakery in Little Kelham have announced they are expanding into next door to allow the team to offer a wider selection of cakes, bakes and savoury treats, with future plans to host a French-inspired evening bistro service.
Ajé
3-5 Cunliffe Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9DZ
Coming this autumn, Ajé is the new must-visit destination in Ilkley. The combined space will bring together a neighbourhood café, evening restaurant and wellness studio under one roof. As well as great food, guests can expect curated wines, a Mediterranean influenced offering and a high-calibre bar.
