Porky's in Bebside has been crowned the best Sunday dinner in the North East for 2026 after a public vote that attracted more than 11,000 responses.
The result was announced on October 4, 2026, following a week-long poll that closed on Friday. The eatery received 3,661 votes, representing 33% of the final tally, securing the top spot ahead of 10 other shortlisted venues from across the region.
Runner-up and top five results
The Lambton Worm finished in second place with 2,352 votes, equating to 21.2% of the total. The Turbinia in Walker took bronze with 2,286 votes, narrowly behind the runner-up.
The Tempus, which finished second to The Gibside Hotel last year, secured fourth place with 938 votes. Gateshead's The Skiff Inn rounded out the top five with 709 votes.
Regional representation and next poll
The 11 shortlisted venues came from across the North East, including Sunderland, Blyth, Chester-le-Street and rural Northumberland. After a Northumberland venue finished second in 2025, the county now holds bragging rights for the next 12 months.
A new poll has been launched on ChronicleLive ahead of National Curry Week, asking readers to nominate the best place for a curry in the North East. Nominations remain open until close of play on Thursday, October 8, with the shortlist due to be revealed the following weekend.
