From a micropub tucked away in the centre of Newcastle to a live music venue serving pints, pizzas and cocktails, these are six of the best bars in the North East which Chronicle writers love.
City Tavern, Newcastle
Olivia Sheed, audience writer, praises City Tavern for its independent spirit. Over 100 years old, it offers a stunning menu, local beers and spirits, and is dog-friendly. With an outdoor cinema, it's a top spot on hot summer days, while the beautifully refurbished interior provides a cozy atmosphere on colder nights.
Cosy Joes, Newcastle
Simon Duke, What's On Editor, calls Cosy Joes his crown choice. One of the busiest bars in Newcastle seven nights a week, it unites young and old over cheesy classics and air guitar anthems. Duke's personal favorite karaoke song is Too Many Broken Hearts by Jason Donovan.
No 28, Newcastle
Emily Gray, community reporter, describes No 28 as a hidden gem above Grainger Market. Known for Sunday lunches, tapas, and cocktails, it features a lively late-night atmosphere with a giant glitter ball and an enchanted woodland-themed area with fairy lights and bird cages.
Poachers Cottage, Callerton
Georgia Cuthbertson, reporter, loves Poachers Cottage for its pub lunches, especially the mega mix grill and cheesy garlic bread. The Wednesday pub quiz is a fun midweek activity, though she admits they don't usually do well.
Three Tanners Bank, North Shields
Daniel Hall, rural tourism reporter, highlights Three Tanners Bank as a recent discovery. It doubles as a grassroots music venue with a wood-fired pizza oven. Between 4pm and 7pm on weekdays, customers can get two of the same cocktail for £15, with the rosemary whisky sour being a favorite.
Wobbly Duck, Newcastle
Owen Younger, live news reporter, recommends The Wobbly Duck, a cellar micropub in Old Eldon Square. Opened in 2016 by Karl Parkin and Jan Colman, it offers local, national, and international beers and ales. The rustic interior with barrels as tables and hanging from the ceiling creates an intimate atmosphere.
