Newcastle Restaurant Week 2020: Our Top Picks

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With Newcastle Restaurant Week once again returning from Monday August 7 to Sunday August 13, over 100 of Newcastle's finest restaurants will be offering special meals and bespoke menus for only £10 or 15 per person.

Tonnes of top tier eateries are only a stone's throw from our Urban Study Melbourne, Tyne Bridge and Jesmond studio apartments, so we've put together a short hit list of the best participating restaurants on your Urban Study doorstep!

21, 2 Courses for £15

A chic, sharp and fun classic modern bistro, 21 is one of the region's most loved fine-dining establishments, and has more than earned it's Michelin star. Whether it's their cheddar cheese and spinach soufflé or roast peppered sirloin of beef, all dishes are prepared with their signature simple yet imaginative culinary philosophy. This stylish multi-award-winning restaurant is perfect for anyone who wants handsome meals served with a side of charismatic service and good times.

As You Like It, 2 Courses for £10, 3 Courses for £15

Dubbed “Jesmond's most beautiful restaurant and Newcastle's best bar menu" by The Supper Club - As You Like It is the venue that has it all! Their options span a variety of international delicacies, ranging from spicy pork san choy bau to chargrilled sirloin steak. Boasting live entertainment, 4 stunning bars across 3 floors and Jesmond's only 2am license, they have all the ingredients you'll need for your ideal night out.

Hotel du Vin & Bistro, 2 courses for £15

Classic French styling and cuisine in a relaxed setting - Bistro du Vin is made for diners who like a sophisticated ambience to go with their meal. Their offerings - including main courses like aubergine wrapped stracciatella to deserts like the chocolate and hazelnut cannoli - are rich in flavour and prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients. The welcoming staff, comfortable seating and fantastic décor will give your first-class food a first-class atmosphere to match.

Silk Room, 2 Courses for £15

A sought-after jaunt on the Newcastle foodie scene, the award-winning Silk Room's exciting cuisine and exceptional service make it a must try! Their menu plays host to a variety of skilfully prepared and locally sourced dishes, such as their char grilled bavette steak or highland salmon risotto. All of this comes wrapped up in a one of a kind boutique setting – an excellent place for graduates to celebrate their recent university success in style.

Piccolino, 3 Courses for £15

Purists who are after real Italian cuisine need look no further than Piccolino, who's array of modern and classic dishes are heavily influenced by the nations diverse forms of cooking. Hardcore food fanatics will love having an open kitchen in full view to top off their experience. From classic Italian mains like their pizza picante to deserts like their tiramisu, their unmistakably authentic recipes are prepared with the best seasonal ingredients by a passionate team of expert chefs.

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