Flight Club Newcastle is a bar and restaurant that reinvents the traditional game of darts, bringing groups together in a lively social setting. Located at the corner of Albert Square and Nelson Street, it combines the much-loved pub game with a menu of sharing plates, pizzas and cocktails, making it a popular choice for celebrations, group catch-ups and after-work drinks.
Inside, the venue blends the nostalgic charm of a classic British pub with playful fairground-inspired design. A central bar is surrounded by black and white tiled flooring, while warm wooden floors run through the rest of the space. Vintage-style globe lighting, illuminated bar shelving and rows of carnival-style bulbs create a warm glow across the room. Wood-panelled walls, eclectic framed artwork and dark floral upholstery add character.
The food menu focuses on sociable dishes designed for sharing. Small plates include options such as South Korean pork belly bites, honey-glazed chorizo, salt and pepper squid, spiced corn ribs and padron peppers. Larger tear-and-share dishes include baked Camembert hummus with flatbread, cheesy garlic bread and charcuterie boards.
For something more substantial, the menu features burgers, salads and sourdough pizza paddles, with toppings ranging from classic Margherita and pepperoni to bolder flavours such as tandoori chicken. Fries and nachos round out the savoury options, while desserts include warm beignets and brownie bites.
Those stopping by for drinks can opt for lighter bar snacks such as olives, padron peppers or chorizo bites. The drinks list spans draft beers, lagers, ales, ciders and fruit beers alongside wines, spirits and cocktails. Groups can also order cocktail slushies or sharing trophy cocktails designed for four people. A popular weekend offering is the Social Brunch, which pairs fast-paced rounds of Social Darts with bottomless pizza and free-flowing prosecco.