England’s northernmost city is famous for many things: The Angel of The North, Geordie Shore, and perhaps most importantly, as the birthplace of the beloved Greggs. Aside from all of that though, Newcastle is also home to many, many restaurants, dishing up everything from hearty northern grub, to Michelin-level plates.
We’d recommend exploring the city's food scene in its entirety, but if it’s a special occasion you’re planning, our guide to the best private dining rooms in Newcastle might just come in handy.
Private dining is a great way to mark a memorable moment, whether it’s a milestone birthday, engagement party or important anniversary. It can also be useful when it comes to organising corporate events, such as networking breakfasts, team lunches and client dinners - especially the more casual kind, where a cup of lukewarm coffee can be traded for a glass of fine wine! Luckily, Newcastle has a wide-ranging mix of private dining rooms for any and all occasions, and we’re here to help you sift through some of the best.
In true northern fashion, many of Newcastle's private dining rooms are particularly welcoming and flexible, encouraging guests to work with the team to configure seating arrangements to your preference and curate a menu to suit your tastes.
Hosting a brand activation event? Why not design a selection of canapes to allow your guests to network and mingle. Alternatively, if it's a family affair you're planning, you might be best-suited to an intimate Sunday lunch in a cosy pub, while an engagement party might call for some romantic candlesticks to decorate the table. Essentially, it's about finding the right blank canvas for you and making it your own.
We’re pretty sure you’ll find something on this list that catches your eye, and if you’re tempted by what Newcastle’s food scene has to offer, you can check out all the best restaurants in the city.
Gaucho
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What: With its dramatic chandeliers, pristine white tablecloths and perfectly polished wine glasses, Gaucho is brimming with glitz and glamour. The iconic Argentinian steakhouse boasts two private dining rooms as well as a semi-private mezzanine for up to 50 people. Grey's Room is an intimate space for up to six, while the Anderson Room can host up to 12 - ideal for corporate lunches and client hosting. Dishes span Gaucho's signature steaks, fresh seafood and vegetarian dishes, with a sharing menu - including a selection of steaks, sides and salads - available for private dinners.
Best for: Client hosting, work lunches and corporate occasions
Where: 2-6 Market Street, NE1 6JF
Book now: Gaucho
21
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What: 21 is all about fine dining, luxurious ingredients and classical French cooking, which makes it the perfect setting for an extra special private dinner. Dating back to 1988, dining here is a finely-tuned operation, with a variety of private dining menus to choose from including a canape selection, three-course dinner, feasting menu and Sunday lunch. The private dining room itself can be configured for both corporate and social occasions, with a television screen and banquet-style seating arrangements.
Best for: Work lunches, elevated events and corporate occaisons
Where: Trinity Gardens, NE1 2HH
Book now: 21
Dobson & Parnell
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What: Offering refined British cooking, beautiful Quayside views and a worldy wine list, Dobson & Parnell is a fine choice for a private dinner in Newcastle. Depending on the size of your party, you can choose to hire the main restaurant for up to 100 guests, or head into the bar area for a 30-person meal. The restaurant curates bespoke experiences, from networking breakfasts to wine tastings and three-course lunches - just speak to the team to decide on what's right for you. Plus, there's no room hire charge so it's a win win!
Best for: Wine tastings, corporate events and networking breakfasts
Where: 21 Queen Street, NE1 3UG
Book now: Dobson & Parnell
The Biscuit Factory
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What: If you're looking to host a large-scale dinner party, The Biscuit Factory is a vast warehouse-style venue with a whole host of spaces for hire. Take the Artisan, for example, which hosts up to 100 guests in an exposed brick room, complete with real fireplaces, neon signs and an artist-commissioned mural. For something slightly smaller, The Drawing Room is suited to a 20-person banquet sat around one large wooden table, while The Boardroom is great for sophisticated corporate dinners of around 16.
Best for: Corporate occasions, networking events and large-scale dinners
Where: 16 Stoddart Street, NE2 1AN
Book now: The Biscuit Factory
Miso
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What: Having started life as a street food pop-up, Miso is now a brick-and-mortar izakaya-inspired restaurant situated within a former music-practice space. It comes from DJ-turned-restauranteur Paul Stewart, who has curated a dynamic dining experience, complete with vinyl decks, wacky cocktails - including a marmite and miso syrup mix - and a vibrant assortment of yakitori and small plates. For group and private dinners, you can hire the first floor dining room for 22 guests, or the ground floor bar for 30 seated. Tasting menus, buffet-style food and multi-course meals are all entirely possible.
Best for: Izakaya-style sharing plates, real foodies and audiophiles
Where: Ouseburn Valley, NE6 1NW
Book now: Miso
Hinnies Restaurant
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What: Hinnies is home to some of the most comforting Geordie-inspired dishes in the city - perfect for a proper Newcastle knees up. The restaurant can accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated dinner, with layout options for business and corporate events, as well as more casual, social situations. Hearty dishes span pan haggerty with mustard cream, crispy North Sea squid, and game terrine with Dominics chutney. With a children's menu, Sunday roast offering and allergy-friendly dishes, Hinnies is a great choice for families and fussy eaters!
Best for: Family gatherings, Sunday roasts and casual occasions
Where: 10 East Parade, NE26 1AP
Book now: Hinnies Restaurant
The Dining Room at Seaham Hall
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What: The Dining Room at Seaham Hall is where the finest flavours of the Mediterranean come together with quality British produce - think handmade pastas, citrusy crudo and line caught sea bass. While there's no exclusive private dining room, the main restaurant is a sight to behold, adorned with gold-plated chandeliers, fairy-lit trees and soaring Georgian windows. Exuding Old-world elegance, the restaurant is a five-star experience, best-suited to special occasions and milestone events.
Best for: Intimate occasions, milestone birthdays and special anniversaries
Where: Lord Byron’s Walk, SR7 7AG
Book now: The Dining Room at Seaham Hall
Cote Brasserie
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What: Cote Brasserie Newcastle is well-known for its comforting French bistro-style cooking, high-quality British produce and classic interiors, but did you know that it also has a private dining space? Situated on the top floor, it accommodates up to 30 guests and can be configured to suit business lunches, private parties and birthday dinners. The space is totally secluded from the main restaurant, complete with WiFi, personalised service and even a clipboard - should you need it! Flexible, French and full of flair, Cote Brasserie is a reliable yet refined spot for a private dinner.
Best for: Team meetings, corporate occasions and exclusive dinners
Where: 120-122 Grainger Street, NE1 5AF
Book now: Cote Brasserie
Hibou Blanc
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What: Located in a Grade II listed building that dates back to 1902, Hibou Blanc is full of classic charm, tasteful touches and a menu heaving with fine British seafood. The restaurant boasts a beautiful private dining room named The Blanc, which is suited to intimate occasions of up to 16 guests or canape parties of up to 40. The space features a central banquet table, surrounded by dangling chandeliers, opulent curtains and painted murals. With an exquisite a la carte menu, Sunday roast specials, snacky bar menu and excellent vegan options, there's a lot to work with here.
Best for: Special occasions, milestone birthdays and engagement parties
Where: 13 High Bridge Street, NE1 1UW
Book now: Hibou Blanc
Lovage
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What: Michelin-recommended Mediterranean restaurant Lovage offers vibrant, colourful sharing style platters spanning creamy hummus, zingy tzatziki, stuffed vine leaves and much more. The restaurant is available for private hire, with the added bonus of a personalised menu crafted by chef Kleo to suit you and your event. The dining room is bright, airy and spacious - perfect for buzzy birthday dinners and wholesome family gatherings. The kitchen also serves up a lot of great vegetarian and vegan dishes, so it's a top choice for guests with dietary restrictions.
Best for: Personalised dinners, birthday parties and vegetarian and vegan guests
Where: 115 St George's Terrace, NE2 2DN
Book now: Lovage
Looking to explore the surrounding area of Newcastle? Check out all the restaurants near Tyne and Wear and if you're planning a day trip to another northern city, check out the very best restaurants in Manchester, including some Michelin star numbers worthy of booking in advance.