The North East is home to Newcastle upon Tyne, Middlesbrough, Sunderland, Gateshead, Gateshead, Darlington, Hartlepool and Durham.
Across the region, there are many exciting restaurants offering a wide range of cuisines, which have proved to be popular among those living and visiting the area.
Here is a list of 15 of the best-rated restaurants in the North East - according to Google reviews.
Here is a list of 15 of the best-rated restaurants in the North East - according to Google reviews.
5. PHO 179, Sunderland
PHO 179 on Waterloo Place in Sunderland, has a 4.9 rating from 190 reviews. A Google reviewer wrote: “My go to place whenever I crave for Asian cuisine and comfort food. Fresh, flavourful and reasonable price.” | PHO 179-Google
6. The Peppermill Bistro, Stockton-on-Tees
The Peppermill Bistro on Station Road in Stockton-on-Tees, has a 4.9 rating from 136 reviews. A Google reviewer wrote: “The staff were impeccable as was the food, I had to resist the urge to lick the plate clean. I'd never heard of the place until last night, now I'll make sure everyone knows about it.” | The Peppermill Bistro-Google
7. Pine, Northumberland,
Pine on Military Road in Newcastle, has a 4.9 rating from 88 reviews. A Google reviewer wrote: “Superb in every way. The food is exceptional, the service warm and wonderful and such a good atmosphere.” | Peter Spoors/Google
8. Solstice by Kenny Atkinson, Newcastle
Solstice by Kenny Atkinson on Side in Newcastle, has a 4.9 rating from 34 reviews. A Google reviewer wrote: “Solstice by Kenny Atkinson in Newcastle upon Tyne is a culinary gem that showcases Chef Kenny Atkinson's creativity and finesse.” | Solstice by Kenny Atkinson-Google