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21, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

21

4.8 (5393)
£26 to £40
British
Trinity Gardens, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 2HH

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for business meals
21’s cooking is big on flavour and short on fuss. We’re talking about a style which embraces the seasons and where the ingredients are king. Expect to find stylish, imaginative dishes – which don’t pander to fads or fashion…………and still have room for pudding. Expect a warm welcome, generous hospitality and service that is both friendly and correct.

A city centre restaurant with a city centre buzz. In the heart of Newcastle's Quayside, 21 has an excitement and warmth all of its own. Smart but not stuffy, sleek but not pretentious, fun but not gimmicky - It's about eating good food in comfortably stylish surroundings.

Menus include Lunch and Early Evening Fixed Price, Five Course Seasonal and à la Carte.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 12:00–17:00 Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Fri 17:30–21:00 Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    0191 222 0755
  • Website
    http://www.21newcastle.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Terry Laybourne
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is a restaurant-within-a-restaurant: spacious, comfortable, stylish and discreetly separated from the main dining area, it’s the ideal venue for both corporate and private events. Visit: 21newcastle.com for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Jen Burnett: 0191 222 0755
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Experiences

  • Bang In Season, Five Course Seasonal Menu

    £75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Five course seasonal menu, showcasing the very best of what the month has to offer. To be taken by the whole table. Visit 21newcastle.com to view the latest menu.

  • Fixed Price Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for our weekly changing menu of house-favourites and seasonal delights without breaking the bank. Available Tuesday through Friday at both lunch and dinner and on Saturday at lunch and early evening. Lunch: 2 Courses 30.00 / 3 Courses 36.00 
Dinner: 2 Courses 31.00 / 3 Courses 37.00 Visit 21newcastle.com for this week's menu.

  • 2 or 3 Course Sunday Lunch

    Multiple dates available
    Classic Sunday Lunch Menu Enjoy 2 Courses £39.50 or 3 Courses for £46.00 View the menu here: 21newcastle.com/sunday-lunch/

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What 5,393 people are saying

21 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Best Overall

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Best Food

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Best Service

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Best Ambience

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Good for business meals

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Great for fine wines

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Good for special occasions

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    British

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Most Booked

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Best Overall

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Best Food

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Best Service

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Best Ambience

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Best Value

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Good for business meals

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Innovative

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Good for groups

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Great for fine wines

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Romantic

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Good for special occasions

  • Newcastle upon Tyne

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Café 21 in Newcastle consistently delivers "excellent food and outstanding service." Known for its "fabulous food" and "great atmosphere," it offers incredible value with special menus and attentive staff. Diners adore the "beautifully presented" dishes and the "superb service," making it a "highly recommended" destination for both regulars and newcomers.
5,393 Reviews

  1. Ian

    London38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the very best meals we’ve enjoyed. Everything was superb- from the pre-dinner cocktails, each course perfectly cooked and presented and the excellent wine. Expensive but worth it! Thank you!

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  2. Nichola

    Newcastle and Northumberland9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always great service, fabulous food and value for money. Three of us had the set menu which was as always delicious and our daughter had cheese soufflé, veal t-bone and doughnuts from the main menu as it was her day to celebrate! A favourite to visit.

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  3. Glenda VIP

    London17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful & Attentive Service, Exceptionally Tasty Food! Fabulous !!

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  4. Kevin

    Durham/County Durham10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great, the food was lovely and our server was Feebie , she was exceptional, anything we asked about the food and drink she knew all about and was a pleasure to deal with.

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  5. Jane

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Myself and my husband had a lovely early evening meal. Both food and service were excellent, and the special offer made it really good value. Looking forward to our next visit!

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  6. Mia VIP

    Newcastle and Northumberland5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and really good value. Friendly service from everyone and lovely to see Richard again.

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  7. Martin VIP

    Newcastle and Northumberland30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We opted for the special Spring Menu which was excellent value for money. I had roasted peppers which were delicious, sweet and tasty served with a beautiful little salad and my partner had a prawn mousse which was equally delicious. For a main course I had Duck cooked perfectly and my partner had Hake which flacked away perfectly. The service was friendly and efficient and as the restaurant was full it had a good vibe without the service being compromised or slow. Highly recommended

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  8. Linda

    Glasgow/Lanarkshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 6 June 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was lovely. Tasty, fresh and portions just right. Service was excellent, attentive but not over bearing. Would highly recommend.

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  9. Sarah

    Newcastle and Northumberland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, superb service and excellent atmosphere.

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  10. Mike

    Newcastle and Northumberland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Only used app to book where I wanted to go. So process very simple and intuitive, with sensible reminders of diary date.

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FAQs

21 is rated 4.8 stars by 5393 OpenTable diners.

21 does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
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Trinity Gardens, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 2HH

Additional information

  • Area
    Newcastle upon Tyne
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 12:00–17:00 Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Fri 17:30–21:00 Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Secure off street car park 50 meters away.
  • Public transit
    Manors
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Terry Laybourne
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.21newcastle.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    0191 222 0755
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is a restaurant-within-a-restaurant: spacious, comfortable, stylish and discreetly separated from the main dining area, it’s the ideal venue for both corporate and private events. Visit: 21newcastle.com for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Jen Burnett: 0191 222 0755
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