The Private Dining Rooms You Need to Know About in The North East
Party season is nearly here - take the stress out of hosting at one of these private dining rooms
SIX Rooftop
SIX Rooftop is a sleek, modern restaurant, located on BALTIC’s rooftop on Gateshead’s Quayside. Listed in the Michelin Guide for 2024, it offers panoramic views across the city and a modern British menu that reflects their passion for seasonal, local produce. Their stunning dining spaces are available for events and private hire seven days a week. Host your next private dinner or celebration in the spectacular Viewing Box – with floor-to-ceiling windows and city-wide views.
BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, South Shore Road, Gateshead Quays NE8 3BA
07922 427019
sixbaltic.com
Ateesh
Vibrant, fun and serving beautifully crafted Middle Eastern dishes (like Lebanese spring rolls and salmon kebabs), plus a whole range of cocktails, Ateesh has become a firm favourite in Ponteland. Their upstairs private dining room has space for up to 16 seated guests.
4 Main Street, Ponteland NE20 9SS
01661 823945
ateesh.co.uk
Ad Gefrin
A must-visit destination celebrating the history and heritage of Northumberland, Ad Gefrin has a fantastic bistro which highlights the best local produce. For a more private experience, The Den gives guests the chance to dine with family and friends in style. With a discreet bar, its own finishing kitchen (plus the option of a dedicated chef) The Den can seat up to 25 people for dinner.
South Road, Wooler NE71 6NJ
01668 281554
adgefrin.co.uk
Blackfriars
Boasting two AA Rosettes for its skilful British cooking, this former Dominican friary has a well-known reputation for food in the North East and has an impressive range of spaces, including a Banquet Hall, the Parlour Bar, a restaurant, and even a brewery. For a private dining experience, you’re spoiled for choice. The Banquet Hall can hold 50 guests (with a minimum of 12), the dining table in the Cookery School seats 14, and the Tasting Room can accommodate 18 guests. There are a range of packages to choose from for the ultimate dining experience.
Friars Street, Newcastle NE1 4XN
0191 261 5945
blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
The Olde Ship Inn
A traditional, nautical-themed inn on the North East coast, The Olde Ship Inn serves hearty, homemade meals and their freshly-caught fish is not to be missed. For a private dining event, book The Wardroom, a multi-level space in the inn which can accommodate up to 30 guests, with the option to pre-order your food.
Main Street, Seahouses NE68 7RD
01665 720200
theoldeship.co.uk
The Curious Mr Fox
An eccentric and fun restaurant just off of Durham’s Framwellgate Bridge which offers small plates, snacks and really good cocktails, with a number of spaces for guests to choose from for a more intimate setting. The Foxes Club has space for 20 seated guests and also gives exclusive access to a private bar. For larger celebrations, choose The Ivy Room or The Oyster Room (which also has its own private bar).
35a The Riverwalk, Durham DH1 4SL
0191 329 3559
thecuriousmrfox.co.uk
Gaucho
In a Grade II-listed building in the heart of the city, the sophisticated and stylish Gaucho serves delicious and authentic Argentinian cuisine, specialising in steak and wine. There is a late-night cocktail bar here and for a private experience guests can choose between two dining spaces. The Anderson Room (decorated with hand-painted, locally-sourced tiles) can seat up to 12 guests, and for a truly intimate dinner, The Greys Room seats a maximum of five guests.
2–6 Market Street, Newcastle NE1 6JF
0191 260 3600
gauchorestaurants.com
The Beaumont Hotel
An elegant and refined Victorian townhouse with a stylish brasserie and open kitchen, the function space at The Beaumont Hotel has floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of the Abbey and park, and space for up to 100 guests – perfect for a larger celebration.
Hexham, Northumberland NE46 3LT
01434 602331
thebeaumonthexham.co.uk
The Rabbit Hole
This maze of a restaurant is a hit with locals, serving elevated Cantonese-fusion dishes made for sharing (dim sum towers, honey-glazed char siu and hoi sin shin beef to name a few). For a lavish group dining experience, their private dining area can accommodate 16 seated guests.
17 Hallgarth Street, Durham DH1 3AT
0191 386 5556
therabbitholedurham.co.uk
The Bay Horse
With a well-deserved spot in the Michelin Guide, this former coaching inn serves incredible contemporary dishes using the very best seasonal and local produce – the French rabbit loin is not to be missed. In the Seagrave Dining Room upstairs, 12 guests can enjoy private dining, and the Northgate Dining Room has a 20-foot Victorian dinner table that can accommodate 14 guests. The Bay Horse also offers the optional extra of welcome drinks and canapés to make your celebration extra special.
45 The Green, Hurworth DL2 2AA
01325 720663
thebayhorsehurworth.com
