The North East coastline is packed with spots serving up everything from tasty fish and chips to fresh seafood. Whether you’re taking a break from a beach walk or just fancy a good feed with a sea view, we’ve rounded up some of the top seaside eats you won’t want to miss.
Tyneside
Fisherman’s Bay
- Fishermans Bay, 6 E Parade, Whitley Bay, NE26 1AP
This family-owned business serves up much-loved, traditional seaside dishes right on the Whitley Bay coast.
Don’t forget to download the TT2 app to get £5.00 off your next Fisherman’s Bay order. This reward can be redeemed in the TT2 app’s ‘Offers’ section.
Durano Lounge
- Grand Parade, Tynemouth, North Shields, NE30 4JH
Serving a wide range of food and drink out of the old toy museum on the Grand Parade, and to make it even better, it’s by the sea!
Colman’s Seafood Temple
- Sea Rd, South Shields, NE33 2LD
For over four generations, Colman’s has been serving up their famous dishes for the perfect coastal bite.
Riley’s Fish Shack
- King Edward’s Bay, Tynemouth, NE30 4BY
Dishing up their home-caught, wood-fired seafood in the ideal summer seaside spot.
Durham Coast
North Beach Coffee Bar
- Seaham Hall Car Park, North Rd, Seaham, SR7 7AG
This dog-friendly coffee bar is a great pit-stop spot for those strolling the beach this Summer.
The Lookout
- Harbour Marina, Seaham, SR7 7EE
Situated in the recently redeveloped Seaham Harbour Marina, The Lookout offers plenty of homemade meals.
Northumberland
The Potted Lobster
- The Potted Lobster, 3 Lucker Rd, Bamburgh, NE69 7BS
Fresh local lobster, hand-dived scallops, and plenty of coastal charm delivered at The Potted Lobster.
The Ship Inn
- Low Newton-by-the-Sea, Alnwick, NE66 3EL
In the company of a delightful landscape overlooking Newton Bay, try out something local for a bite to eat this Summer.
The Jolly Fisherman Inn
- Haven Hill, Craster, Alnwick, NE66 3TR
Capturing the historic charm of this Craster location, set your eyes on a view of the North Sea whilst digging into some delicious food.
The Old Boathouse
- Leazes St, Amble, Morpeth, NE65 0AA
Sitting right on the Amble Harbour, serving some top-notch local catches fresh from the boats.
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