Italian

There are a wide variety of Italian restaurants’ throughout Newcastle and the North East.  Below are a selection of independent restaurants to suit all budgets.

IL FORNO
Tynemouth Metro Station, Station Terrace, Tynemouth. NE30 4RE
Tel - 0191 258 3200

Truly authentic Italian food. Il Forno have friendly helpful staff, a wide range of dishes to choose from and a fully licensed bar. Lunchtime specials make a daytime visit well worth while and they boast fresh pasta made on site as well as old style clay ovens for cooking pizza. Truly an excellent culinary experience.

www.ilfornotynemouth.co.uk

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La Riviera

Pipewellgate House, Pipewellgate, Gateshead Quayside, Tyne & Wear, NE8 2BJ.

Tel - 0191 4777070

La Riviera accommodates up to 135 guests at ground floor and up to 70 in the first floor restaurant. Both rooms are very versatile in that it can be set to cater for a variety of needs.

La Riviera has a great riverside location with terraces overlooking the River Tyne, and offers guests drinks alfresco prior and after their meal.

La Riviera Restaurant Newcastle

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SABATINI’S
25 King Street, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 3UQ
Tel - 0191 261 4415

'Experience the very best in authentic Italian cuisine amidst luxurious surroundings. A family run business since 1993 we pride ourselves on delivering the best service from friendly waiters, and the best food prepared by our expert chefs'.

http://www.sabatini-ristorante.com/

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GODFATHER RESTAURANT
3 Market Street, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 6JE
Tel - 0191 232 6171

A favourite amongst theatre goers in the city.  A range of Italian cuisine with a mature, relaxed atmosphere.

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PANI'S
61 High Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 6BX
Tel - 0191 232 4366

Pani’s is a modern Italian Café boasting great authentic food and a definite Italian atmosphere with a sometimes slightly chaotic charm and certainly lively.  This is a must-visit if you are new to the city, and once you have been you will find yourself there again and again.  During the daytime you can grab a good coffee and lunches are all very reasonably priced and dinners can be a bit special.  If you love Italian food there is one word on this place…..Go!

www.paniscafe.co.uk

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LA TOSCANA RISTORANTE
22-24 Leazes Park Road, Newcastle upon Tyne. 
Tel - 0191 232 5871

Top quality Italian cuisine, this is what their website has to say;

'Over the decades we have strived to afford our customers a luxurious dining experience founded upon the time-honoured traditions of southern Italian cooking. From our extensive selection of international wines to recipes passed down through generations our tried and tested methods of preparation and service have placed us at the heart of Italian dining in the city of Newcastle.

Hailing from the countryside region of Toscana we offer patrons a relaxing and friendly atmosphere in which they may take time out from the hectic schedule of the city to enjoy the serenity of rural Italy.'

www.latoscana.co.uk

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PARIS TEXAS
Vine Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 7PW
Tel - 0191 261 5084

Curiously named for an youthful modern Italian Pizzeria/restaurant.  Popular with the student community and always good value.

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THE ROMA
22 Collingwood Street, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 1JF
Tel - 0191 232 0612

The first Italian restaurant to open in Newcastle and recently celebrated their 40th Anniversary. Excellent Italian cuisine specialising in Meat & Fish dishes.  Steak lovers are in for a treat here with many different cuts available and a rich variety of sauces.  A great night out with a disco downstairs at weekends!!

www.theroma.co.uk

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SPAGO
13-15 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE2 2AE
Tel - 0191 281 2990

www.spagorestaurant.co.uk

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SONNY'S ITALIA
Front Street, Tynemouth, Tyne & Wear. NE30 4DX
Tel - 0191 296 0755

Located just off Front Street in the popular coastal town of Tynemouth, Sonny's has established itself as a major restaurant attraction in recent years.  Contemporary yet authentic decor provides a great backdrop to the range of authentic Italian dishes on offer, along with a diverse range of specials including fresh fish dishes and a great wine selection. 

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MAMA ROSA
2-3 Victoria Crescent, Cullercoats, North Shields. Tyne and Wear. NE30 4PN
Tel - 0191 251 5545

Over-looking the picturesque bay of Cullercoats Mama Rosa offers a traditional Italian menu set amongst frescoed walls creating a warm ambience and is popular with families.

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BRUNO'S RESTAURANT
5 Victoria Crescent, Cullercoats, North Shields. Tyne and Wear. NE30 4PN
Tel - 0191 251 3065  

One of the longer established Italian restaurants on the coast, Bruno's has established it's reputation for good food in an intimate and cosy setting.