Got a big event coming up, but just don't know where to host it? Or maybe you're looking for an intimate meal with friends away from the hustle and bustle? Either way, there are some pretty great venues across the city that you can hire for that.
We've picked out the very best eateries with private rooms or entire floors available for exclusive use, from rooftop Thai restaurants to sultry steakhouses. So next time you're planning something big, check out the very best restaurant hire in Newcastle.
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Looking for a cool venue to book for your next private meal? Then head to The Alchemist in Eldon Square, where you'll find sleek, dimly lit interiors and plush leather booths. They've got a private hideaway that seats 30 guests, or you can hire out the entire bar for up to 250.
Tuck into the likes of crispy vegetable gyoza, coconut tofu curry, lobster mac 'n' cheese and much more. Pair these dishes with theatrical cocktails, from The Colour Changing One to a Bubblebath.
Located on Collingwood Street, Manahatta is a trendy new York-inspired cocktail bar that's perfect for a party. Expect two floors of gorgeous decor, from pink crushed velvet seating to cool neon sings and touches of gold. There are three different private rooms available for hire, with space for anywhere between 10 and 120 people at a time.
Be sure to check out their extensive cocktail menu, and you can even nab two-for-one drinks during the weeks. There are both bottomless brunches and dinners up for grabs, and their a la carte menu features everything from karaage chicken bao buns to loaded nachos and smoked pancetta burgers.
Known for their creative cocktails and live music, As You Like It is a charming restaurant and bar in Jesmond that offers a whole host of cosy areas for private dining in the North East. The interiors here are rustic and include lots of comfy sofas, spanning across three floors with four separate bars. It's also one of the only places in Jesmond to stay open until 2am.
You can hire out their private spaces for anywhere between 14 and 200 people, from exclusive use of a bar and outdoor terrace to semi-private areas in the main restaurant. As for the menu? Expect everything from juicy burgers and sizzling steaks to baked camembert.
Tucked away just off of the bustling Bigg Market, Yolo Townhouse is a laid-back yet lively venue that spans across three floors. It's full of character, with exposed brick walls, colourful furniture and lots of plants. You can hire out their parlour for up to 50 guests, or the cosy rooftop terrace for 15 - which comes with a retractable roof and requires no minimum spend.
They offer a wide variety of dishes here, from pizzas and burgers to katsu curry or small plates, with a cracking cocktail menu to boot. And if you're looking to venture a little further from of the city, check out their Ponteland venue instead.
Found on the top floor of Eldon Square, Chaophraya is a beautiful venue that looks out over the city below. The elegant interiors feature golden statues and sleek white furniture, with floor-to-ceiling windows letting in lots of natural light.
Their private dining room seats 14 guests at a time, perfect for intimate gatherings in your own exclusive space. Wondering what's on the menu? There are all sorts of authentic Thai dishes to enjoy, from chicken satay in peanut sauce to creamy beef panang curry and tofu stir fries.
A sleek spot to hire out, Gaucho offers two intimate private dining rooms in Newcastle, one with a capacity for six people, and the other for 12. The sophisticates steakhouse promises sultry low lighting, plush velvet seating and dark interiors, as well as a cracking list of wines and cocktails.
The menu here focuses on sustainable Argentinian steaks, paired with tasty sides like sauteed broccoli or creamed mashed potato. But if beef isn't your thing, they also offer barbecue miso aubergine, grilled sea bas, spaghetti romesco and more.
