{"id":1456,"date":"2023-08-15T14:16:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-15T13:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.ncl.ac.uk\/bns\/?p=1456"},"modified":"2023-07-26T17:11:34","modified_gmt":"2023-07-26T16:11:34","slug":"newcastles-must-try-food-spots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.ncl.ac.uk\/bns\/newcastles-must-try-food-spots\/","title":{"rendered":"Newcastle’s Must-Try Food Spots!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

By: Elayna Hugh-Jones<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Graphics: Elysia Marrs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This blog post is the hardest I\u2019ve ever had to write\u2026narrowing down my favourite Newcastle food spots to just 7 is a task and a half. However, I have managed to just about do it, with a sprinkling of extra tips of course. I know most of us are living on a student budget so eating out isn\u2019t always a regular occurrence BUT isn\u2019t good food just the solution to everything?! I personally think so. Since living in Newcastle, my friend and I have collated an Honours list of our favourite restaurants and food spots, rated by food, atmosphere, and value for money. I\u2019m sharing our top 7 with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#7 Olive and Bean<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I don\u2019t know whether to class this spot as a caf\u00e9 or restaurant but whatever it is, it\u2019s good. Tucked away on a back street opposite Tesco, this reasonably priced, seemingly out of place spot is a massive hit. I\u2019ve visited many times and have usually had to queue for 10 minutes or so, which is just an attribute to its selection of home baked breakfast, brunches, and lunches. This is a great spot if you fancy something quick and homey but super tasty. I can personally recommend the Nutella waffles or you can have just about anything on toast, bagel, or ciabatta – breakfast and lunch! Then there\u2019s the cake counter: a vast selection of decadent cakes and bakes that will probably take you the duration of your university experience to try them all\u2026but I recommend! Note: veggie and vegan options are great. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.oliveandbean.co.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Olive and Bean’s colossal cake counter<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#6 LOCAL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I recently discovered this upmarket corner shop\/coffeehouse in Jesmond, and I am so glad I did. All their produce, from snazzy condiments to baked goods, pies, breads and even flowers are locally sourced and from Northeast businesses (hence the name!) This spot is an absolute bargain for the quality it delivers – the \u201cCinny-buns\u201d are just otherworldly, and only about \u00a32.50 each. You HAVE to pop in if you\u2019re ever passing and grab yourself a coffee or a Kinder and hazelnut cookie, for which, by the way, there isn\u2019t an adjective good enough!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/localncl.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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18 Acorn road<\/em>, NE2 2DJ Jesmond<\/em>, UK.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#5 Zaap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Zaap is just a really cool Thai street food restaurant. Everything about this place is an experience, the smells, the flavours, the d\u00e9cor\u2026the vibes are *immaculate*. The seemingly infinite menu can seem a little daunting, but if you know what flavours you like, this place seriously delivers. To experience the full variety, I\u2019d recommend getting a range of the smaller dishes and sharing, which can get a little pricey, or if you\u2019re eating solo (which I think should be way more socially acceptable than it is), there\u2019s a vast array of noodle and rice dishes packed with authentic Thai flavours for about a tenner each \u2013 and loads of veggie options. Definitely worth a visit for a filling, flavour-full dinner with a bit of a kick! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/zaapthai.co.uk\/locations\/newcastle\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Zaap, Newgate Street <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#4 Meat-Stack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When cornflakes just won\u2019t cut it, Meat-Stack is the place to be for breakfast. First and foremost an American cheeseburger joint, this American diner-style spot delivers on the breakfasts too \u2013 and is super value for money. My boyfriend and I popped in for breakfast and shared the cinnamon pancakes and breakfast stack muffin, with cups of tea and extra hash browns (don\u2019t judge us, it was after a gym session!) all for \u00a38 each! And we were more than satisfied. I can\u2019t speak for the burgers, although they look seriously mouth-watering, but the fries are the best I\u2019ve had in Newcastle. There\u2019s also a Meat-Stack in the students Union\u2026which can get a bit dangerous\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.meat-stack.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Meat Stack’s Breakfast muffins and Maple and Bacon pancake stack<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#3 Dot Bagel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m struggling to find the words to describe the bagels from Dot Bagel. Like seriously. There are bagels and then there are dot<\/em> bagels. <\/em>I didn\u2019t even think a French toast bagel or pizza bagel even existed until stumbled across this place and stood gawping at the menu in awe for about 10 minutes. With 24 different filling combinations, not to mention the 8 types of freshly baked bagel you can choose, working through this menu is my 2023 goal. At about \u00a37 per bagel, the hefty portions are perfect for either breakfast, lunch, or dinner\u2026or all 3! You just HAVE to go and try this place to believe the hype. Note that as everything is made to order, they do take around 10 minutes so if you\u2019re grabbing on the way to Uni, I\u2019d recommend leaving yourself a few minutes spare. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dotbagels.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Just a few of Dot Bagel’s serious scran<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#2 Fat Hippo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve never heard of Fat Hippo, you should get some new friends. This place is the real deal when it comes to burgers. I stand by the fact that a Fat Hippo solves almost anything, however, it is not a first date kind of place\u2026which I learnt the hard way. These burgers are of gargantuan proportions; with at least 2 burger patties and all kinds of dressing and slaw and cheese layered between a freshly baked brioche bun, you\u2019ve got to take this one slow. This trendy, industrial vibe place is food heaven for carnivores and herbivores alike, offering vegan dirty waffle fries, cheese bites and burgers. This is a must-try at least once kind of spot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/fathippo.co.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Born Slippy Burger – double patty smothered in gooey American cheese, creamy garlic mayo, tender braised pork rib meat, spicy jalape\u00f1os + sweet chilli jam!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

#1 Ora<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

My number one restaurant in the whole of Newcastle has got to be this place. It\u2019s a bit \u2018boujier\u2019 than the other spots on my list but there\u2019s a reason why – this seaside spot offers some seriously high-quality grub. I\u2019m a sucker for Spanish tapas, but I\u2019ve never seen it done as well as Ora. We shared 5 tapas from their selection of meats, fish, and veg and had a glass of wine for \u00a320 each, which was more than enough food \u2013 it was an absolute bargain for the sleek dining experience that Ora offers. I would even venture out of the city centre on a 25-minute metro just for their Arancini. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/oratynemouth.com\/ <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ora’s Tapas Tower<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

If you try out any of our favourite food spots in Newcastle let us know what you think!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to find my favourite food spots…<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Olive and Bean:<\/strong> 17-19 Clayton St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5PN. Open 8-6pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LOCAL:<\/strong> 18 Acorn Rd, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 2DJ. Open 8-5pm (times vary)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Zaap<\/strong>: The Gate, 117 Newgate St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5RZ. Open 12-10pm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meat-Stack<\/strong>: 41-43 Groat Market, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1UG. Open 9-9pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dot Bagel: <\/strong>19, Acorn Road Jesmond, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 2DJ. Open 8-6pm (times vary). Also found in Chillingham, Fenwicks and Heaton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fat Hippo<\/strong>:  2-6 Shakespeare St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6AQ. Open 11:30-10:30pm. Also found in Jesmond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ora:<\/strong> 31 Front St, Tynemouth, North Shields NE30 4DZ. Open 9-10:00pm. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

By: Elayna Hugh-Jones Graphics: Elysia Marrs This blog post is the hardest I\u2019ve ever had to write\u2026narrowing down my favourite Newcastle food spots to just 7 is a task and a half. However, I have managed to just about do it, with a sprinkling of extra tips of course. I know most of us are … <\/p>\n

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