21 - Newcastle upon Tyne

This restaurant, run by Terry Laybourne, is an established institution in Newcastle that has brought fine dining and promoted local ingredients in the region. The tasting menu offered was only five courses, with the cheese course as an additional option. While some diners found the portions to be on the smaller side for a five-course meal, the overall dining experience was excellent. The service received high praise, with attentive staff and delicious food. However, there were some issues reported, such as a tooth breaking on hard bread and a dispute over payment for a dental bill. Despite these incidents, many diners enjoyed the food and wine offerings, with signature dishes like the cheese soufflé receiving rave reviews. Overall, the restaurant offered a great dining experience with room for improvement in certain areas.

The average evaluation of 4.5 shows that the restaurant is one of the favorites of all its visitors, Furthermore, this joint is known as one of the best in Newcastle upon Tyne, within the popular category European.