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Bistro Penny owner-chef Joel Humphreys.

How Newcastle became one of our hottest food destinations (and nine places you must try)

With big-city talent at the helm, Newcastle’s new Bistro Penny joins several other venues making the Steel City a cracking place to eat and drink this summer.

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Grilled lobster thermidor.
Critics' Pick

Thermidor Oyster Bar & Brasserie

Breezy harbourside bistro with seafood to the fore.

Beetroot with amaranth and buffalo curd at Jana Restaurant & Bar in Newcastle.
Critics' Pick

Jana Restaurant & Bar

Glam hotel dining in Newcastle’s revitalised east end.

Cape gooseberries and labne on charred sourdough at Humbug.
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Humbug

Charming bistro helps bring new life to Hunter Street Mall.

Milk bar vibes at Larrie’s at The Beach Hotel.

These are the best places to eat, drink (and dine barefoot) in Newcastle

All you need to know for a weekend of long lunches, cold beer and cocktails in the Steel City.

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Anchovy and parmesan custard Danish pastry.
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Humbug represents the best of Newcastle dining right now

Engaged service and flavour-first cooking that treats produce with respect? Now that is worth driving two hours for, reviews Callan Boys.

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Sprout Dining
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Sprout Dining

Sprout Dining has sprouted a new offshoot, Sprout Canteen, just a hop, step and jump away in the ...

Restaurant Mason
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Restaurant Mason

The focus here is on the art of intelligent, smiling service and food that’s as captivating to look at as it is to eat.

Honeysuckle Hotel

A cosy atmosphere radiates from the rustic mezzanine area inside, while the expansive outdoor deck is the perfect place to watch the coal ships come in.

Bacchus
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Bacchus

Set in a gorgeous old heritage theatre, this theatrical folly of a dining room produces a real sense of old-world drama.

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