Set within the historic Snowball & Son building, Raval offers a refined take on Indian dining. The award-winning restaurant combines contemporary Indian cooking with elegant interiors and views across Newcastle’s skyline. Menus at Raval range from early evening dining and à la carte options through to tasting menus and larger banquet feasts for groups, making the restaurant suitable for everything from date nights and business dinners to celebrations and special occasions. The cooking takes a modern approach to traditional Indian dishes while still embracing bold spice-led flavours and seasonality.
Meals might begin with poppadoms and chutneys or smaller plates such as pan-seared lobster with mango and spice, onion bhajis or scallops with coconut mustard and onion. Elsewhere, the menu moves through classics including chicken tikka masala, chicken saag and jalfrezi, alongside biryanis, Goan salmon curry and dishes from the tandoori grill. Vegetarian options such as paneer tikka masala and matar paneer sit alongside naan breads, rotis, sides like Bombay aloo, house relishes and chutneys. For groups, tasting and banquet menus provide a broader way to explore the kitchen, while desserts include North Indian gulab jamun, dumplings with cardamom syrup, served with vanilla ice cream.
Inside, Raval balances the grandeur of the historic building with a more contemporary feel. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring natural light into the dining room and frame views across the city, while evenings feel softer and more atmospheric with dim lighting, a glowing wooden bar and deep red seating running through the space. Neutral walls, contemporary artwork and a separate lounge area for pre-dinner drinks create a welcoming atmosphere for those wanting more casual drinks and small plates. Drinks include premium spirits, an extensive wine list, a dedicated gin menu, Indian-inspired cocktails, soft drinks and hot drinks.