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Blackfriars Restaurant

Experience life as a Friar - well, not quite! (l,d,££)

J&K 0977

This 80 seater restaurant, located in the former rectory of the Blackfriar's Monastery, is said to be the oldest dining room in the UK. Situated in the area between the Gate and Chinatown it is only a short walk from Grainger Town.

There is a mix of booths and tables with stained glass windows adding a further touch of authenticity. Traditional and inexpensive British cuisine is on offer with à la carte menus available as an option in the evening.

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Friars St

Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE1 4XN

+44 (0)191 261 5945

Blackfriars

Open: Mon-Sat 12.00-14.30 and 17.30-late.

54.97202,-1.619545

China Town & Blackfriars Restaurants

Blackfriars & Chinatown In-a-Day

The City Walls, China Town & a couple of Museums

Text © Paul Shawcross

Image by kennedyphotos