Where to eat in Newcastle & Gateshead: Top 10 Festive Menus for Christmas 2025

The festive season is in full swing and it really is the most wonderful time of the year - especially if you're a foodie! The Christmas food is absolutely everywhere, from the traditional three course winter classics, to modern twists on your favourite Christmas dishes. Newcastle and Gateshead have some of the best festive food around (of course) and the menus are perfect for celebrating with friends, family, or for just simply treating yourself because it's Christmas after all, it would be rude not to. Get your napkins on and your knife and fork at the ready to tuck into some seriously tasty food.

Make the most of the festive season with these 10 Christmas menus in NewcastleGateshead...

If you’re looking to add a bit heat to your festive season, Dakwala on Grainger Street is serving a festive feast that mixes classic Indian dishes with the signature taste of Bombay with some seasonal favourites. Running up until 30th December, it’s ideal for groups of four or more, with everyone at the table choosing the same menu. For £34.95 per person, the feast includes a welcome drink, canteen-style snacks, a selection of main curries, Dakwala’s house black daal, rice, naan, festive berry potatoes and dessert. Christmas crackers are also included too. It’s a great option if you fancy swapping the usual turkey dinner for something a little different. Book your table here.

Dine in style this Christmas at SIX Rooftop as throughout December and right up to 4th January, the restaurant located on the top floor of BALTIC, is serving a line-up of festive dishes made with high-quality local ingredients and classic flavours given a modern twist. You can choose the Christmas Tasting Menu, featuring standout dishes from both land and sea, or opt for the Christmas Prix Fixe or Christmas Sunday Lunch menu, which offer traditional dishes with a festive twist - priced at £38 for two courses or £45 for three. There's some stunning menus to choose from, and the best part is you can enjoy them while taking in the incredible skyline views over the Quayside. Take a look here.

Banyan has plenty of festive options to choose from this year, but the Festive Bottomless Brunch is a standout. Running until 3pm and priced at £43.95 per person, it includes 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks and a tasty brunch dish, with seasonal twists and even upgrades like the 'all the trimmings' burger or a ciabatta steak melt. If you prefer something more traditional, Banyan also offers a seasonal three-course menu from £38.95 per person, which is ideal for a classic Christmas get-together with friends and family over the festive season. Check it out here.

For Christmas, Blackfriars offers a menu filled with classic flavours and some indulgent touches for £49.50 per person. Starters range from young goats’ cheese with candied walnuts to Scottish scallops paired with a truffle beignet. Mains include turkey with all the trimmings, a lentil and nut roast, herb-crusted sea trout and a rich beef Wellington, with optional upgrades if you’re looking for something extra special. The menu runs up until 31st December and it’s a brilliant choice if you want festive dining with a real sense of Newcastle’s heritage. View the menu here.

Sorella Sorella have embraced the Christmas spirit with an Italian twist, offering something different from the usual turkey dinner. Running up until 23rd December, on the festive menu, you can tuck into starters such as asparagus, crème fraîche & prosecco soup, roasted goats cheese and even a crispy steak salad. For mains, enjoy highlights such as the delicious pizza Natale with pigs in blankets with a hint of spice or the truffle mac and cheese. To finish off, as there's always room for dessert, the gingerbread cheesecake or kinder bueno tiramisu are perfect for those with a sweet tooth. Check out the full menu here.

Enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea at The Vermont Hotel in Newcastle every day in December for £24.95 per person. Indulge in a tasty selection of seasonal sandwiches, freshly baked scones, festive cakes, and chocolate treats, all served with your choice of tea or coffee, it's just like a classic afternoon tea with a fun seasonal twist. This popular festive treat can be enjoyed in the Vermont Lounge, Maven Restaurant, or Redwood Bar, with special options available for children and even a gentlemen’s afternoon tea too.

Victors Newcastle is serving two festive menus across lunch and dinner, with a choice of two or three courses. The Christmas Lunch Menu comes in at £29 for two courses or £35 for three, offering seasonal twists on Victors favourites such as their flat iron steak, ham hock terrine and smoked salmon on rye. In the evening, the Christmas Dinner Menu takes things up a level, priced from £35 for two courses or £43 for three. You can expect dishes like roast cod with lobster cream, rib eye steak and a range of stunning desserts to round things off. For festive dining with style and an interior that’s seriously Instagrammable, it’s hard to beat. Check out the menu here.

If you’re looking to add a touch of Thai luxury to your festive celebrations, Chaophraya’s three-course Christmas set menu is a great choice. Priced at £58 per person, the menu is served banquet style and showcases the bold flavours and aromatic spices that Thai cuisine is known for. Your meal begins with a classic sharing platter, perfect to get a taste of everything. For the mains, expect festive dishes from crispy chilli garlic pork belly to a seasonal roast duck with cinnamon and orange sauce. For dessert, there’s the showstopping white chocolate bombe, which is back by popular demand! Book now.

Enjoy a Festive 3-Course Set Menu for £39.95 at this beautifully restored Victorian house, available up until 23rd December. Start your meal with options like pulled ham hock bruschetta and gin-cured salmon, then choose from asty mains like slow-cooked featherblade of beef or traditional turkey with all the trimmings. Finish your festive feast with classic Christmas desserts, including rich Christmas pudding, a seasonal favourite you really can’t go wrong with! Each meal is served with a festive bellini to get your spirts merry. Check out the menu here.

Over in Ouseburn, The Biscuit Factory’s in-house café, The Factory Kitchen, is serving up a Festive Afternoon Tea running right through to 31st December. You’ll kick things off with a warming house mulled wine and a mini soup of the day, before tucking into savoury bites like caramelised-onion & Gruyère quiche, pork-leek-sage sausage roll and smoked-salmon-and-cream-cheese crostini. Of course, it wouldn’t be afternoon tea without something sweet, you can expect festive scones, sweet mince frangipane tarts, and endless top-ups of tea or coffee. It’s £32 per person, or £37 if you fancy upgrading to a Prosecco or craft ale. Take a look.

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