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Leading Restaurants Durham

Restaurants in or near Durham, such as Gourmet Spot and Bistro 21 are listed below. Durham city offers a wide range of facilities from shops and restaurants to the Victorian Market. Just outside the town you will find riverside walks or river boat trips giving the opportunity to admire the stunning scenery. For culture enthusiasts, try the modern Millennnium Place with its Gala Theatre with a varied program of music, drama and comedy.

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Gourmet Spot

Gourmet Spot, The Avenue, Durham

The Avenue, Durham 0.6 miles away

A contemporary menu touting some cutting edge cooking techniques (such as sous vide venison loin) is befitting for this polished restaurant. A minimalist approach has been taken to the decor with splashes of vermillion adding vibrancy to the... more

Bistro 21

Bistro 21, Aykley Heads House, Durham

Aykley Heads House, Aykley Heads, Durham 1.0 mile away

A rustic Gallic farmhouse charm is apparent in this bistro style restaurant on the outskirts of Durham. Pine floors and furnishings and white washed walls complete the look but the food and drink on offer is far more urbane. After sampling a... more

Malmaison Brasserie

Malmaison Brasserie, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear

Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne 13.4 miles away

Part of a nationwide group of glamorous, eccentrically designed boutique hotels, Malmaison brasserie offers reasonably priced, modern European food right in the city centre. The seasonally changing menu might include Bywells hot smoked chicken and... more

Café 21

Café 21, Trinity Gardens, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear

Trinity Gardens, Newcastle upon Tyne 13.5 miles away

For over twenty-two years, local culinary legend Terry Laybourne’s upmarket bistro has been the culinary equivalent of its near neighbour the iconic Tyne bridge. In 2007, the restaurant moved to larger premises with a bar, private dining and... more

Hotel du Vin & Bistro

Hotel du Vin & Bistro, Allan House, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear

Allan House, City Road, Newcastle upon Tyne 13.5 miles away

With its smoky cream walls crowded with wine related art, simple wooden tables and wood flooring, Bistro du Vin offers modern European cooking in classic Parisian bistro-style surroundings (plus al fresco dining in the pretty courtyard when weather... more

Blackfriars Restaurant

Blackfriars Restaurant, Friars Street, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear

Friars Street, Newcastle 13.6 miles away

This former refectory dating from 1239AD used by Dominican friars is reputed to be the oldest dining room in the UK. The restaurant is full of gothic charm with heavy carved wooden chairs, ancient beams and stone walls. There’s also a newly restored... more

David Kennedy's

David Kennedy's, The Biscuit Factory, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear

The Biscuit Factory, 16 Stoddart Street, Newcastle upon Tyne 13.9 miles away

Food and art have always gone hand-in-hand. Both require creativity and originality to rise above the ordinary. So it seems natural that former North-East Chef of the Year David Kennedy should have chosen Britain’s biggest commercial art gallery to... more

Fisherman's Lodge

Fisherman's Lodge, Jesmond Dene, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear

Jesmond Dene, Newcastle upon Tyne 14.9 miles away

The Dene, an unexpectedly serene side of Newcastle that comes complete with brook and waterfall is home to this acclaimed fish restaurant. Housed in a Victorian lodge, it’s firmly in the premier league with prices to match. Northcote Manor trained... more

Jesmond Dene House

Jesmond Dene House, Jesmond Dene Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear

Jesmond Dene Road, Newcastle upon Tyne 15.4 miles away

In a quiet, woodland setting yet minutes from Newcastle city centre, Jesmond Dene House Hotel and Restaurant offers understated luxury, contemporary style and award-winning food. Some call it a boutique hotel, others a townhouse or country house... more

The Feathers Inn

The Feathers Inn, Hedley on the Hill, Stocksfield, Northumberland

Hedley on the Hill, Stocksfield 16.0 miles away

Exposed brickwork, old beams, open fires and leather settles surmounted with shelves of books for browsing creates the style of this traditional pub restaurant housed in a former stone built drover’s cottage . This family run business is committed to... more

The Bay Horse

The Bay Horse, 45 The Green, Darlington, Durham

45 The Green, Hurworth, Darlington 20.2 miles away

The Bay Horse has been sympathetically refurbished to maintain the charm of a period English pub whilst including some elegant touches such as the brocade fabric used to upholster the chairs. Guests can relax on the leather banquettes in the bar... more

Kenny Atkinson at The Orangery

Kenny Atkinson at The Orangery, Rockliffe Hall, Darlington, Durham

Rockliffe Hall, Hurworth-on-Tees, Darlington 20.6 miles away

The high ceiling and pillars of the Orangery at Rockliffe Hall lend the formal hotel restaurant an ecclesiastical feel. With views over the gardens and the surrounding countryside guests can select choose to dine from one of the enticing tasting... more

The Rose & Crown

The Rose & Crown, at Romaldkirk, Barnard Castle, Durham

at Romaldkirk, Barnard Castle 21.4 miles away

There are few things more welcoming that a glowing log fire in the quintessential cosy English pub and this is precisely what greets you when you enter the Rose and Crown. Once settled in one of the snug armchairs it would be very tempting not to... more

Bouchon Bistrot

Bouchon Bistrot, 4/6 Gilesgate, Hexham, Northumberland

4/6 Gilesgate, Hexham 25.1 miles away

A substantial building made from local stone just off the ancient market square is home to this award winning bistro. The quality is in the detail as illustrated by dark wood tables, red velvet chairs and the restaurant name painted in gold on the... more

Black Door Bar & Dining Rooms

Black Door Bar & Dining Rooms, 59 Bridge Street, Morpeth, Northumberland

59 Bridge Street, Morpeth 27.4 miles away

In the beautiful market town of Morpeth, Black Door Bar & Dining Room is just the place for a quick drink, bite to eat or special supper with its reasonable prices and good early evening offers. With a menu full of great British classics made using... more

McCoys at the Tontine

McCoys at the Tontine, Staddlebridge, Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Staddlebridge, Northallerton 28.7 miles away

“It’s like a Bordello in here” might be your reaction as you walk into the gilded dining room with its chandeliers, twinkling in the candlelight. Don’t worry, eccentric owners Eugene and Tom McCoy, who converted this former roadhouse to a restaurant... more

The Barrasford Arms

The Barrasford Arms, Barrasford, Hexham, Northumberland

Barrasford, Hexham 29.4 miles away

A solid stone inn from the 1870’s is now home to this award-winning restaurant with rooms. Two simple but airy dining rooms off the main corridor signify that this is a local restaurant and not a trendy gastropub. Tony Binks, chef proprietor, is... more

Golden Lion

Golden Lion, 6 West End, Osmotherley, North Yorkshire

6 West End, Osmotherley 30.2 miles away

An 18th century stone house overlooking the old market cross in the small Yorkshire village of Osmotherly is home to this restaurant with rooms. White washed walls, oak beams, and a raised, open log fire set the tone for this welcoming and... more

The Sandpiper Inn

The Sandpiper Inn, Market Place, Leyburn, North Yorkshire

Market Place, Leyburn 33.8 miles away

A characterful stone 17th century building, with ivy creeping over the walls, houses this award winning gastropub. The interior is quintessentially traditional English pub with a cosy bar, open fires and menus on blackboards while the restaurant... more

The Blue Lion

The Blue Lion, East Witton, Leyburn, North Yorkshire

East Witton, Leyburn 36.0 miles away

Ivy clings to the ancient stone walls of this traditional flagstone floored Yorkshire gastropub with rooms. Polished mahogany tables, mismatched chairs and antique silver candle sticks create an individual and stylish atmosphere in the award winning... more

The Wensleydale Heifer

The Wensleydale Heifer, West Witton, North Yorkshire

West Witton 36.1 miles away

A traditional white washed inn houses this award winning restaurant with rooms. Clubby leather sofas and armchairs in front of an inglenook fireplace provide a comfortable venue to peruse the menu before entering one of the two dining rooms, each... more

Vennell's Restaurant

Vennell's Restaurant, 7 Silver Street, Masham, North Yorkshire

7 Silver Street, Masham 38.4 miles away

Vennells, named after owners Jon and Laura has been highly praised by the critics since opening in 2005. The intimate, thirty cover restaurant had an amazing new makeover in January 2012. Jon Vennell’s cooking is traditional yet modern. Buy a main... more

Samuel's at Swinton Park

Samuel's at Swinton Park, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire

Masham, Ripon 39.0 miles away

This imposing ancestral home set in a 200 acre estate is home to Samuel’s fine dining restaurant. Despite the apparent pomp and circumstance, this welcoming establishment attracts serious foodies and families out for a relaxed Sunday lunch alike.... more

The Black Swan at Oldstead

The Black Swan at Oldstead, Oldstead, York, North Yorkshire

Oldstead, York 41.8 miles away

A handsome, double bow-fronted 16th century building set amid the beautiful North York Moors. The Black Swan provides a tranquil setting for some superior grub. Inside there’s everything you’d want from a rural English pub; natural flagstone floors,... more

The Feversham Arms & Verbena Spa

The Feversham Arms & Verbena Spa, 1/8 High Street, Helmsley, North Yorkshire

1/8 High Street, Helmsley 41.8 miles away

The Feversham Arms is a stylish, yet unpretentious country house hotel on the edge of the North Yorkshire moors. Warm earthy tones, cream wood panelling and subtle soft lighting create a welcoming and intimate atmosphere in the restaurant. Head Chef,... more

Magpie Café

Magpie Café, 14 Pier Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire

14 Pier Road, Whitby 43.1 miles away

Overlooking the fishing port, the Magpie café is housed in a smart black and white building with stone steps up to the entrance. The dining room, which has a view over the busy harbour is simply furnished with round wooden tables and red leather... more

Greens

Greens, 13 Bridge Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire

13 Bridge Street, Whitby 43.3 miles away

Rob and Emma Green’s award-winning and eponymous restaurant is located close to the busy fishing harbour. Warm orange textiles, crisp white linen tablecloths and intimate dining booths provide a relaxed atmosphere in the restaurant, while polished... more

The Star Inn

The Star Inn, Harome, Helmsley, North Yorkshire

Harome, Helmsley 43.9 miles away

This 14th century “longhouse” has been one of the most successful and lauded gastropubs in the land for more than a decade. In that time the business has grown to encompass luxury accommodation and even the local butchers, but at heart it’s a family... more

The Old Deanery

The Old Deanery, Minster Road, Ripon, North Yorkshire

Minster Road, Ripon 44.4 miles away

Wood panelling and an open fire contrast with slick contemporary furniture in the attractive dining room. Locally sourced seasonal ingredients, including meat, game and cheese, are used in the kitchen to produce carefully prepared modern British... more

Farlam Hall Hotel

Farlam Hall Hotel, Brampton, Cumbria

Brampton 45.1 miles away

Large picture windows frame a view overlooking Farlam Hall’s garden and ornamental lake allowing light to spill into the formal dining room. With its white marble fireplace and elegant wallpaper, the restaurant reflects the elegance of the Victorian... more

The Yorke Arms

The Yorke Arms, Ramsgill-in-Nidderdale, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Ramsgill-in-Nidderdale, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate 45.3 miles away

A large wooden dresser, open fireplace and floorboards covered with rugs give the dining room of this 18th century coaching inn a homely feel. Frances Atkins is one of the country’s leading female chefs and brings her considerable culinary skills and... more

George and Dragon

George and Dragon, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria

Clifton, Penrith 46.7 miles away

These days, you've got to have a philosophy, even if you're a pub. But if yours is a credo of “sustainability, simplicity and taste” that taps into the 800 year culinary history of the Lowther estate that's on your doorstep (as is the case with the... more

The Dining Room

The Dining Room, 20 St James Square, Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire

20 St James Square, Boroughbridge 47.7 miles away

Located in this north Yorkshire town’s fine Georgian square, Liz and Chris Astley’s small (it seats 30) semi-formal restaurant is the one locals and those further afield flock to. Chris Astley, a past chef at the Savoy and at Mallory Court, sources... more

Ye Olde Punch Bowl

Ye Olde Punch Bowl, Marton, York, North Yorkshire

Marton, Marton-cum-Grafton, York 50.3 miles away

Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn is a traditional country inn with old oak beams, bare floor boards, open fires and low ceilings. An exciting kitchen uses the finest seasonal ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible to create interesting modern British... more

The Malt Shovel

The Malt Shovel, Main Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Main Street, Brearton, Harrogate 50.7 miles away

A white washed 16th century house is home to this family run village pub and restaurant. Old oak beams, flagstone floors, blazing log fires and comfy leather armchairs create a traditional and welcoming atmosphere. Three separate dining areas,... more

The General Tarleton Inn

The General Tarleton Inn, Boroughbridge Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire

Boroughbridge Road, Ferrensby, Knaresborough 51.1 miles away

There’s a lot of history associated with this former 18th century coaching inn, and not only because it’s named after a notorious general who fought in the American war of Independence. Chef John Topham worked with the late and legendary Dennis... more

Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel

Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel, Sharrow Bay, Penrith, Cumbria

Sharrow Bay, Howtown, Penrith 52.2 miles away

This lakeside hotel has gained an outstanding reputation for excellence since opening in 1948. The restaurant offers classic fine dining in plush surroundings overlooking Ullswater. The six course dinner menu (with a vegetarian alternative also... more

The Rampsbeck Country House Hotel

The Rampsbeck Country House Hotel, Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria

Watermillock, Penrith 52.3 miles away

The centuries that have passed since the Rampsbeck first opened its doors overlooking Ullswater have done nothing to dampen its grandeur. While the hotel has retained its 18th-century charm the recently refurbished restaurant has its feet firmly in... more

The Devonshire Fell Hotel

The Devonshire Fell Hotel, Burnsall, Skipton, North Yorkshire

Burnsall, Skipton 52.6 miles away

This hotel and restaurant is located in a magnificent Edwardian mansion, perched on a hillside overlooking the Dales. A vibrant and upbeat refurbishment with bold colours and slick contemporary furniture has created a bar/bistro for light meals, such... more

The Dawnay Arms

The Dawnay Arms, Newton on Ouse, York, North Yorkshire

Newton on Ouse, York 53.2 miles away

This is no ordinary pub. There's the picturesque setting on the banks of the River Ouse, the inviting open fire and homely scrubbed wooden stools and tables. But more importantly, there's chef Martel Smith in the kitchen. Smith trained with the... more

The Harrogate Grille

The Harrogate Grille, The Balmoral Hotel, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

The Balmoral Hotel, Franklin Mount, Harrogate 53.7 miles away

With its caramel banquettes, exposed brickwork and simply laid polished wood tables, this contemporary hotel brasserie is perfect for a casual lunch or a celebratory dinner. Slabs of grilled meat and fish – a T bone steak, pork chop or tuna perhaps... more

Drum & Monkey

Drum & Monkey, Montpellier Gardens, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Montpellier Gardens, Harrogate 54.1 miles away

Located in the upmarket Montpellier Quarter in the centre of Harrogate, this outstanding fish restaurant counts chic boutiques, art galleries and antique shops among its near neighbours. A converted pub, the Drum and Monkey has sustained a reputation... more

Van Zeller

Van Zeller, No 8 Montpellier Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

No 8 Montpellier Street, Harrogate 54.1 miles away

Pared down décor of polished bare floorboards, modern leather chairs, soft lighting, and wall hung art create a sophisticated atmosphere, whilst the serried ranks of sparkling glassware signal the serious intent of chef Tom Van Zeller’s eponymous... more

Sasso

Sasso, 8/10 Princes Square, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

8/10 Princes Square, Harrogate 54.2 miles away

Sasso’s is located in an unobtrusive basement in Prince’s Square, Harrogate. Soft tones of taupe and beige, slick pale wood furniture and interesting works of art on the walls make for a cool contemporary atmosphere. Stefano Lancellotti, chef and co... more

Hotel du Vin & Bistro

Hotel du Vin & Bistro, Prospect Place, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Prospect Place, Harrogate 54.2 miles away

With its smoky cream walls crowded with art, large central brown leather banquette and polished hard wood floor, Bistro du Vin offers modern European cooking in classic Parisian bistro-style surroundings. Order a well made steak tartare or high... more

The Anvil Inn

The Anvil Inn, Main Street, Sawdon, North Yorkshire

Main Street, Sawdon 54.5 miles away

The Anvil Inn is a country dining pub with two self catering cottages,located in a refurbished 18th century forge. Exposed stone work, a steeply pitched wooden roof, bare floorboards, cast iron pub tables and wooden settles define the airy and bright... more

The Angel

The Angel, Hetton, Skipton, North Yorkshire

Hetton, Skipton 55.5 miles away

The late Denis Watkins helped create what we now know as the gastropub as chef and proprietor of this 18th century North Yorkshire inn. An atmospheric panelled bar gives way to the elegant dining room with its exposed beams and well spaced linen... more

Courtyard Restaurant

Courtyard Restaurant, Ox Pasture Hall, Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Ox Pasture Hall, Lady Ediths Drive, North Yorkshire Moors National Park, Scarborough 55.9 miles away

The Courtyard Restaurant at Ox Pasture Hall Country Hotel is the only restaurant in the Scarborough area and on the Yorkshire coast to be awarded 2 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence. The perfect place to relax, unwind and enjoy an excellent meal.... more

Hipping Hall

Hipping Hall, Cowan Bridge, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

Cowan Bridge, Kirkby Lonsdale 56.7 miles away

Hidden by towering trees and draped in wisteria, Hipping Halls is an impressive 17th century building set within three acres of walled gardens on the Cumbria/Yorkshire border. The restaurant is located in the hotel’s medieval hall and retains the... more

The Burlington Restaurant

The Burlington Restaurant, The Devonshire Arms Country House Hotel & Spa, Skipton, North Yorkshire

The Devonshire Arms Country House Hotel & Spa, Bolton Abbey, Skipton 56.8 miles away

As the most highly rated restaurant in Yorkshire, with 4 AA Rosettes and a Michelin star; the Burlington is renowned for outstanding award winning food, accompanied by one of the most remarkable wine lists in the country. At the helm of the... more

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