North is a restaurant located on Whitburn Bents Road in Seaburn, a coastal area of Sunderland. Positioned close to the seafront, it sits among a small parade of local businesses, with a street-facing entrance that opens directly into the dining room.
Inside, the space is arranged as a single open room with tables spread across the floor and a bar running along one side. The layout is straightforward, with a mix of smaller two-person tables and larger settings for groups. Seating includes simple chairs and banquettes, and the overall design uses natural tones, timber surfaces and soft lighting. Large windows at the front of the restaurant bring in daylight and connect the room to the coastline outside. The kitchen sits towards the back, partially visible from the dining area.
The menu centres on small plates, with a strong emphasis on seafood. Dishes are designed to be ordered in multiples and shared across the table rather than structured as traditional starters and mains. Fish and shellfish feature prominently, alongside vegetable dishes and a smaller number of meat options. The format allows diners to build their own combination of plates, with the selection changing regularly to reflect seasonality and availability.
Alongside the food, there is a drinks list that includes wine, cocktails and local beers. The bar is integrated into the main dining space rather than set apart, so the restaurant functions as one continuous room.
North operates as a coastal restaurant in Seaburn, built around a single dining room, a seafood-led small plates menu and a setting that reflects its position close to the sea in Sunderland.