Restaurants With Outdoor Dining In Newcastle

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By Marcus Sanigar Food, Drink & Events Copywriter, DesignMyNight 10-year hospitality, travel and events expert, writing for Expedia, Trainline and more. Last updated on 3rd February 2026

When it's officially t-shirt weather and eating outside all day is a glorious shout? The feeling never gets old. With quirky hangouts, stylish gardens and gorge backdrops of the Quayside, our North East city reigns supreme for alfresco bites and bevs. So read on to enjoy Italian dishes, chic Thai decor and more canny places for outdoor dining in Newcastle upon Tyne.




The Head of Steam Quayside

This Quayside spot is particularly great for vegans thanks to it's menu being 50% plant-based, with dishes like spicy shawarma pizza, falafel burgers and tasty gyros up for grabs. You can sit back and enjoy views of the river while you're here, with shuffleboard, foosball, retro gaming and pool available for entertainment indoors.

The Holy Hobo

With cute fairy lights and a cover, The Holy Hobo is always worth visiting for a sweet nighttime atmosphere. This popular Jesmond spot not only boasts live DJs in the evening, but they've also got a laidback outdoor seating area at the front. Fancy banging authentic Jamaican flavours? Make sure you try the jerk chicken kebab or its tasty halloumi alternative.

The Botanist, Newcastle

£8.50 lunch

When it comes to outdoor restaurants in Newcastle city centre, you can't get better than rooftop dining at The Botanist. Their plant-covered terrace looks out over the iconic Monument, ideal for snacking on their signature hanging kebabs filled with chicken, halloumi and more, or a juicy burger and fries. As for drinks, they specialise in gin blends and you can even get your cocktail served in a plant pot.

As You Like It

Rustic charm is flowing in As You Like It. The classy venue provides alfresco dining with a sweet garden space too across multiple levels, which is the ideal setting for treating your tastebuds to rib eye steak, slow-cooked lamb ragu or confit duck leg, while sipping on signature serves like the watermelon-infused As It Was or a Geordie Zombie.

97 & Social - Jesmond

When it comes to the best outdoor dining Newcastle restaurants have to offer, 97 & Social should be at the top of your list. Dive into the Mexican menu, nab a North Sea cod taco and absorb the bubbling atmosphere from the cute garden, where you can watch the bustling Osborne road go by. As for drinks? Expect signature serves like the Life's A Peach, or classic spritzes that are perfect for summer.

The Bridle Path, Whickham

Searching for a stylish meeting place on our city's outskirts? The colourful beer garden at The Bridal Path in Whickham ticks a lot of boxes, especially for fans of tasty wings. Whether it's chicken or cauliflower, be sure to coat them with the stellar sauces available, alongside two for one cocktails like the Blackcurrant Blast or a classic Long Island Iced Tea.

Hancock

Located right on the edge of the city centre, Hancock is a favourite for students and locals alike - especially thanks to their heated patio area and three for £13 small plates. Think chorizo skewers, calamari strips, gourmet burgers and stone-baked pizzas under the sun, with two for £11 cocktails on the cards from Sunday to Thursday.

Spy Bar Jesmond

The sun is shining and you're wondering where to eat outdoors in Newcastle? Get down to Spy Bar Jesmond for nosh like buttermilk chicken burgers and loaded fries. Heaters and covers will come to the rescue if - heaven forbid - it starts raining, while these guys even offer TV screens on their terrace so you don't have to miss the sports just because the sun is out.

Sohe Restaurant

Sohe, situated in Jesmond, is not only famed for its exceptional Asian-fusion cuisine but also for offering inviting outdoor dining that's perfect for soaking up Newcastle's vibrant atmosphere. The lush and exotic interiors extend to thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces, making it an ideal spot for al fresco meals year-round.

With a menu curated by award-winning chef Parichat Somsri-Kirby featuring bold flavours from across Asia, Sohe combines a beautiful setting and top-tier dishes, creating a memorable dining experience inside and out.

Arlo

With two heated and covered outdoor areas, including a secret garden for group bookings, Arlo is perfect for an alfresco bite to eat. With multiple menus to choose from, it's just as great for a bright and early breakfast, leisurely lunch or candlelit dinner.

Take your pick from full English fry ups, Belgian waffles, all kinds of eggs, Thai curries, warming risottos and plenty more in between. The drinks list is just as dreamy, with worldly wines and classic cocktails up for grabs.

By The River Brew Co.

Can't decide what cuisine you're in the mood for? Then try out By The River Brew Co, where they've got street food vendors selling everything from fried chicken and Mexican fare to vegan pies or sweet treats. You can also grab homemade beers here and locally sourced craft ales, with plenty of cocktails on offer too, to be enjoyed while looking out over the Tyne from this Gateshead spot.

The Tyne Bar

An Ouseburn favourite that's always packed in the summer months, The Tyne Bar is a winner when it comes to alfresco sips and river views. Kick back with a pint of local beer, while munching on crispy chicken rice bowls, falafel wraps or Texan barbecue burgers, with every single main course costing less than a tenner.

Jam Jar

A firm favourite on the Jesmond scene is cocktail bar and restaurant Jam Jar. Situated on Osborne Road, these guys are slinging out gourmet meat or plant-based burgers and nachos loaded with cheesy goodness, as well as a cracking two for £12 offer on cocktails from Sunday to Thursday and 20% off food for students.

The Bridge Tavern

Located close to the Tyne, The Bridge Tavern serves hoisin duck noodles, steak sharing platters, baked camembert and sensational Sunday roasts - alongside quality ales and craft beers from the pub's very own microbrewery. This spot is a real suntrap too, with cosy outdoor sofas and heaters for the colder months.