3 Best French Restaurants in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK

Expert-recommended Top 3 French Restaurants in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK. All of our french restaurants actually undergo a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes local reviews, history, business standards, ratings, satisfaction, trust, price and their trading excellence. You deserve only the best!

The French Quarter
The French Quarter
The French Quarter
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THE FRENCH QUARTER

Arch 6, Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 1SA, UK Directions

Since 2017

Speciality:

Charcuterie and Cheese Board Mixed Board Chicken Liver Pâté Saucisson Bayonne Ham Smoked Duck Breast Duck Rillette Comté Vieille Réserve Roquefort Ossau Iraty Brie de Meaux Reblochon Olives Black Tapenade Aubergine Caviar Frog Legs Escargots Baked Camembert Beetroot Mille-Feuille Stuffed Figs with Goat’s Cheese

The French Quarter is a cosy, Parisian-style wine bar and restaurant offering sharing dishes with larger plates, plus wines and craft beers. Founders Cédric and Catherine Boc-Ho opened The French Quarter in 2017 to take the fuss out of French dining while offering an alternative to the chain-dominated high streets. The French Quarter has a casual, pleasant atmosphere where you are invited to experience great food and mouth-watering wine. They are a friendly and approachable team of people passionate about the good things in life. The restaurant offers a regularly updated wine list and a small-plate menu. Gift cards are also available. They have created a casual and friendly environment where customers can enjoy their food, try wines, shop from their deli, and share their love of French. Book a table. They take pride in striking the perfect balance between quality and value, because the good things in life don’t have to be complicated.

2025 Update: Enjoy the full French Quarter experience with your friends, family, or work colleagues for groups of 9 to 14 people.

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Price:

Crevettes Pil Pil £12.95
Cromesquis au maquereau fumé £12.95
Confit de canard £16.95
Boeuf Bourguignon £14.95
Planches from £16.95
Charcuterie & Fromage from £9.95
Apéritifs from £3.95
Poissons from £12.95
Viandes from £14.95
Desserts from £7.50

Contact:

0191 222 0156

Tue,Wed & Thu: 12pm - 11pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 11:30pm
Sun & Mon: Closed

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COTE BRASSERIE NEWCASTLE

120-122 Grainger Street, Princess Square, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 5AF, UK Directions

Speciality:

Salad Niçoise Roast Chicken Salad Sirloin Steak Baguette Roast Chicken and Frites Pasta Confit Pork Belly Bourguignon Chicken Liver Parfait French Onion Soup Potted Crab King Prawns Sautéed Scallops Warm Beetroot Salad

Cote Brasserie Newcastle is a modern, all-day French brasserie chain that serves regional specialities and traditional classics. They are dedicated to serving authentic classic brasserie dishes using high-quality products. Their signature dishes are Salmon Ratatouille, Goat's Cheese Salad, Roasted Pork Belly, Fish Parmentier, and Reblochon Cheese Burger. They are perfect for business lunches, mid-week dinners with family/friends, and pre-theatre meals. Cote Brasserie Newcastle has vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free menu options. The Brasserie offers both delivery and takeout options. They offer digital and gift vouchers and cards from £20 upwards. Cote Brasserie Newcastle features baby changing, a bar area, private dining, wi-fi, and highchairs.

2025 Update: Cote Brasserie Newcastle provides a sunny lunch or a leisurely dinner. Their outdoor seating adds an extra touch of relaxation to your dining experience.

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Price:

Mains
Breton Fish Stew £19.50
Pan-Fried Salmon Béarnaise £19.50
Tuna Niçoise £17.85
Confit Duck À L’Orange £20.75
Confit Pork Belly £19.50
Beef Cheek Bourguignon £21.95
Poulet Breton £19.50
Roasted Hake £20.95
Tarte Tatin À La Provençale £15.95
Tomato And Harissa Tagine £15.95
Vegan
Steaks
Côte De Boeuf (22oz) £65.95
Steak Frites Deluxe (8oz) £26.25
Rib-Eye (10oz) £28.75
Fillet (7oz) £32.95
Steak Frites £17.50
Burgers
Côte Burger £16.85
Vegan Burger £16.85
French Sunday Roast
Whole Corn-Fed Marinated Chicken £52.95
Sirloin Steak (16oz) £52.95
Breakfast
Côte Breakfast £13.60
French Breakfast £12.60
Garden Breakfast £13.50
Vegetarian
Vegan Breakfast £12.40
Vegan
Eggs
Breakfast Cassoulet £13.85
Eggs Florentine £9.95
Vegetarian
Eggs Benedict £10.25
Smoked Salmon & Scrambled Eggs £11.95
Eggs Royale £10.25

Contact:

0191 731 4733

Mon-Thu: 9am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 9am - 11pm
Sun: 9am - 9pm

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4+ YEARS IN TBR
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HOTEL DU VIN

Allan House, City Road, Byker, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 2BE, UK Directions

Speciality:

Rib-Eye Steak Beef Cheek Bourguignon Spiced Rump of Lamb Choucroute Alsacienne Schnitzel Pan-Fried Hake Fillet of Sea Bass Spelt Risotto Roasted King Scallops Salade Maison Crème Brûlée Soupe À L’oignon Chicken Liver Parfait Beetroot and Goats Cheese Salad Morteau Sausage Spinach Gruyère Quiche

Hotel Du Vin, situated on the banks of the River Tyne, commands outstanding views of Newcastle Quayside and bridges. The interior of the Newcastle bistro features natural daylight, reclaimed dark-stained floorboards, restored fireplaces, art, and soft lighting. The restaurant has a relaxed and intimate setting for breakfast, lunch and dinner, whether you are a guest or just visiting. The food at their restaurant is served by conscientious and attentive waiting staff, who are happy to explain the dishes, the ingredients, and how their talented chefs put them together. You can treat yourself to delicious meals, celebrate with friends or simply enjoy the ambience of their classic, French-styled hotel du Vin. You can enjoy excellent service, mouthwatering menus, and classic decor in your private space. This is perfect for family gatherings, celebrations, business dinners, or supper-club soirées. Book a table.

2025 Update: Hotel Du Vin is a beautifully restored Edwardian building situated in the heart of the city. They offer beautiful rooms and suites with free fast Wi-Fi.

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Red Wine – France
Beaujolais Chénas, Château Belleverne £38.95
Bordeaux Supérieur Château de Cazenove £39.95
Maranges 1er Cru, La Fussière £74.95
Châteauneuf du Pape Domaine Chante Cigale £76.95
Margaux Château Tayac £92.95
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Château Tour Baladoz £102.95
Pomerol Château Mazeyres £112.95
Chassagne-Montrachet Thomas Morey £114.95
Château Tronquoy £119.95
Gevrey-Chambertin Joseph Drouhin £129.95
Côte Rôtie Guigal £134.95
Saint-Julien Château Talbot £149.95
Starters Amuse-Bouches
Soupe à l’Oignon £10.95
Champignons Sautés [VGI] £11.50
Saumon Fumé £12.50
Pâté de Foies de Volaille £10.50
Coquille Saint-Jacques en Croûte £18.50 | £36.95
Crevettes Tigre Grillées £13.95
Petites Olives Lucques [VGI] £5.95
Amandes Fumées [V] £3.95
Pain d’Épi [V] £8.50
Fougasse [V] £8.50
Saucisson Sec £6.95
Rillettes de Canard £8.50
Huîtres Nature Single £4.95 | H

Contact:

0191 389 8628

BREAKFAST:
Mon-Fri: 7am - 10am
Sat, Sun and Bank Holidays: 8am -11am
LUNCH:
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 3pm
Sun: 12:30pm - 4pm
DINNER:
Mon-Thu & Sun: 6pm - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 6pm - 9:30pm

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