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Top spots for a delicious & quick lunch in Newcastle

Sick of the same boring work lunches? We’ve got quick bites with big flavour – right on your doorstep!

With endless options to choose from, make the most of your lunch break with quick, affordable and delicious dishes to satisfy your cravings and keep you energized for the day.

The Alchemist

Your lunches just got fancy…pick a rice bowl & a drink for only £12.50 from The Alchemist! Choose from 7 delicious bowls and match with a soft drink or level up to a creative non-alcoholic cocktail.

Tortilla

Ditch the boring sandwich! Tortilla’s new delicious Quesadilla is now available all day, perfect for on-the-go dining. Enjoy for just £5.95! Burritos, Salad Bows, Tacos, Nachos and more!

Pizza Express

Enjoy a Classic Pizza and soft drink of your choice for £12 when you dine in pizzeria Monday to Friday, from 11am to 3pm.

Bagel Factory

Indulge in fresh bagels with endless choice of fillings including the SeaFood Club, Chicken & Avocado and Halloumi Melt bagels plus they have vegan, veggie and gluten free options! Pair with a refreshing Iced Frappe or Shake for the perfect lunch or breakfast combo. Ordering for the office? Check out their platters including 12 bagels of your choice from £29.99.

The Bake One

Indulge in a wide selection of great-tasting Lebanese food available at great prices including Halal, Vegan and Vegetarian options at The Bake One, Eldon Square. Whether it’s a hot mezza or main shawarma, The Bake One Eldon is here to cater for all your needs. Enjoy light starters or delicious mains like the Shawarma Chicken Wrap from £6.99 or the Falafel Wrap from £6.99. Treat yourself to a tasty, quick lunch today!

Bella Italia

Gather your colleagues and enjoy Bella Italia’s set menu including two courses from £18.95 with Italian favourites like pizza, pasta and calzone! Choose from a selection of starters, hearty mains and delicious desserts. Fancy your food to go? Enjoy 25% off mains when you click & collect! Simply order over the phone or pop in on your lunch break.

The Exchange

Enjoy a mouth-watering, affordable lunch at The Exchange. Choose from classics like Chicken Goujons, Summer Salad and Fish and Chips all for less than £10. Upgrade your lunch with fries for an extra £3.50.

Frankie & Benny’s

Tuck into Frankie & Benny’s lunch set menu from 12pm, Monday – Friday and enjoy their fan favourites like the Cheeseburger, Carbonara and Brownies & Ice Cream. Enjoy 1 course for £9.90, 2 courses for £12.90 or 3 courses for £15.90. What are you waiting for?

Nando’s

Fancy a cheeky Nando’s? Discover their new summer menu including a Fully Loaded Wrap from £9.75, Mediterranean Salad from £8.75 or Portuguese Tomato Salad for £4.60 – sign me up!

Chiquito

For a mouth-watering lunch packed with flavour – Chiquito’s is the place to be! Check out their lunch set menu from just £9.70! Enjoy 2 courses for £12.70 and 3 courses for £14.70. Tuck into cult classics including their Southern Fried Chicken Burger and Loaded Nachos.

Need a caffeine boost or a light bite? Swing by your favourite coffee and sandwich shops including Starbucks, Café Nero & Greggs for the ultimate tasty snack or quick lunch on the go.

Enjoy a delicious lunch and shop fantastic offers now on at Eldon Square. Find out more, here. 

Outdoor dining in Newcastle at Eldon Square

With the weather heating up and Summer steadily making its way closer, eating outdoors is looking more and more inviting. A number of our Eldon Square bars and restaurants have wonderful outdoor areas for you to enjoy a bite to eat or a thirst-quenching drink, al fresco. Read on to find out where you can enjoy some outdoor dining in Newcastle at Eldon Square.

Chaophraya’s Roof-Top Terrace

With one of the best views of the city from their outdoor roof terrace, there’s nowhere better to experience Thai cuisine other than Chaophraya. Enjoy the national dish of Thailand with a vibrant Pad Thai, or try out a hand-crafted, authentic Thai cocktail that will have you dreaming of those summer holiday getaways.

Chaophraya is encouraging guests to book in advance as their stunning outdoor area is in high demand.

Fenwick – Roof Thirty Nine

Fenwick has taken alfresco dining to a whole new level with their fabulous rooftop bar and restaurant, Roof Thirty Nine, situated in the heart of the city. Grab a bite to eat from their delicious seasonal charcoal-fired menu or sip a bespoke muddled cocktail in the British sunshine.

There is no need to book, walk-ins are welcome! All you need to do is visit Roof Thirty-Nine, speak to a member of staff and they will call you back when your table is ready!

The Alchemist – Nelson Street

The Alchemist’s outdoor area is serving up its classic signature cocktails and dishes including Vegan options. Enjoy tasty treats with an Alchemist twist including Cheeseburgers, Katsu Curry and Crispy Fried Halloumi or sip on Pina Co-Lava Lamp in the sunshine with their delicious menu full of cocktails.

The Alchemist is available for walk-ins only so, there’s no excuse not to pop in and grab a post-shopping trip refuel.

Nando’s – Old Eldon Square

Enjoy your peri-peri fix while embracing the glorious sunshine this Spring, as Nando’s is serving up their dishes in their sun-trapped outdoor dining area. Whether you like yours extra hot, or you’re more of a lemon and herb type, enjoy it al fresco with Nando’s outdoor dining in Newcastle at Eldon Square!

With no need to book just turn up and you could be enjoying your peri-peri favourite within minutes!

If you prefer to eat indoors, visit one of our centre restaurants including Umai Mi, Smashburger, Frankie & Benny’s, Chiquito and more!

A Taste of Romance at Arthur’s Fenwick

If the way to your Valentine’s heart is through their stomach, then Arthur’s at Fenwick has just the thing for you this Valentine’s.

Join Arthur’s at Fenwick Newcastle on Friday 10 February from 6:45 pm until 10 pm and indulge in their delicious set menu guaranteed to make your date swoon.

Raise a glass and toast to love with a bubbling glass of champagne on arrival whilst sampling an array of tasty starters, including Lobster Thermidor Tart. Then choose from two delicious main courses – Beef Wellington, with Dairyman’s potatoes and grilled tender stem broccoli and Madeira sauce, or goats cheese, spinach and celeriac Wellington with Dairyman’s potatoes & grilled tender stem broccoli & butter sauce.

Round your romantic experience with delightful dark chocolate fondue, mini-doughnuts, honeycomb & marshmallows dessert! It’s so magnificent it (almost) feels like it could be love!

Valentines Menu:

Starters

Lobster thermidor tart with steamed coastal greens
OR
Roasted squash, bitter leaf & pumpkin seed salad (V)

Mains

Beef Wellington, with Dairyman’s potatoes & grilled tender stem broccoli & Madeira sauce
OR
Goats cheese, spinach and celeriac Wellington with Dairyman’s potatoes & grilled tender stem broccoli & butter sauce (V)

Dessert

Dark chocolate fondue with mini-doughnuts, honeycomb & marshmallows

The Music

Enjoy the romantic sounds of North East musicians Phil Davids & The Good Times Band during one of the most romantic evenings of the year.

Playing the best in Soul, R&B & classic Motown love songs with a rock n roll edge, expect a wide array of genres from much-loved artists, including Stevie Wonder and The Temptations to The Four Seasons.

Please note: This event is open to those over 18’s only.

Find out how to book here.

Celebrate your Vegan Victories with Eldon Square

Kickstart 2023 by taking on the Veganuary pledge! Veganuary is a powerful meat-free 30-day challenge that encourages people to follow a plant-based diet for the month of January.

The Vegan lifestyle can be an appealing commitment and no matter how big or small, we would like to hear about your Vegan Victories for a chance to WIN a £100 Eldon Square Gift Card!

Shop Vegan Victories:

Swapping regular milk with oat milk or opting for eco-friendly fashion can help towards reducing your environmental impact on the planet, saves the lives of many animals and has many health benefits. Did you know many of our brands offer a Vegan or sustainable alternative?

Shop more sustainably with New Look’s Vegan accessories or give Lush Comestics Bring it Back Scheme a try! There are a wide range of sustainable recycling schemes and Vegan menus awaiting your arrival.

Win a £100 Eldon Square Gift Card:

Tell us your #VeganVictories and you can win a £100 Eldon Square Gift Card to spend at over 100 brands! Whether you’re treating yourself to a Lush shampoo bar or choosing Vegatsu over Chicken Katsu, we want you to share and post photos of your #VeganVictories across Facebook and Instagram for your chance to win.

Simply tag us and don’t forget to include #VeganVictories by 31 January 2023 to enter.

Terms and conditions apply.

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Vegan Thai Red Curry from Chaophraya

Find out more about Vegan menus available at our many restaurants and cafes here.

Vegan Menus at Eldon Square

Are you veg-curious about the vegan foodie options available at Eldon Square? Eldon Square eateries offer many authentic meat-free dishes, that will certainly help you on your journey to a plant-based diet.

Umai Mi

Umai Mi is truly taking on the Veganuary pledge with their delicious vegan dishes including, Salt & Peper Tofu, Vegetable Roll, Wakame Seaweed Salad, Miso Soup. Thirsty for more? Umai Mi have a delicious selection of deserts to choose from including Deep Fried Apple Gyoza and Lime & Lemongrass Sorbet.

View Umai Mi’s full vegan menu here.

Wagamama

Did you know 50% of Wagamama’s menu is plant-based? Enjoy your favourite dish whilst making a positive lifestyle change. Dig into Wagamama’s Yasai Gyoza Vegetable Ramen, Tofu Raisukaree or try their No Duck Donburi. There is something for everyone!

View Wagamama’s full vegan menu here.

Nando’s

Don’t miss out on your go-to cheeky Nando’s this Veganuary! Tuck into a delicious Spiced Chickpea Burger or their Great Imitator Pitta as a replacement to the famous Peri-Peri Chicken Pitta. Nando’s has reduced their carbon footprint on their meals by 40% and they won’t stop there.

View Nando’s full vegan menu here.

Gregg’s

Indulge in your favourite puff pastry treat with a vegan twist. Gregg’s menu is full of vegan delights including their Vegan Sausage Roll, Sausage Breakfast Roll and more. Bursting with delicious flavour – in more ways than one, you will not want to miss out.

View Gregg’s full vegan menu here.

Chiquito

Enjoy all of the flavours of Mexico with Chiquito’s extended vegan menu including their mouthwatering vegan Tacos, Nachos, Paella and more! Hungry for a sweet treat? Chiquito’s desserts including Churros, Sorbet and White Chocolate and Passionfruit Tart are vegan-friendly.

View Chiquito’s full vegan menu here.

 

Frankie & Benny’s

Turn to the plant side this January! Tempt your taste buds with Frankie & Benny’s range of vegan dishes such as Vegan BBQ Wingz and Arrabbiata. Bite into a towering Smashed Biff’s Wing Stacker burger or a Vegan Pizza… or dive into a Speculoos Hot Cookie Dough Dessert. Try something new or pick an old favourite with a veggie spin.

View Frankie & Benny’s full vegan menu here.

Cafe21 at Fenwick

Fancy a bite to eat before a spot of shopping in Fenwick? Why not try out the renowned Cafe21 located inside Fenwick? From full meals to naughty treats, there is something for everyone, including vegan-friendly breakfasts and more.

Chaophraya

Discover dishes brimming with the true taste of contemporary Thailand at Chaophraya this Veganuary. Why not try their Thai Red Curry with butternut squash, spinach and sweet Thai basil or uncover one of their vegan desserts and cocktails?

View Chaophraya’s full menu here.

Crepaffaire

Feed your sweet tooth cravings with Crepaffaire’s delicious vegan treats. The Vegan crêpe mix is made using 100% organic buckwheat, so not only is it suitable for Vegans it is also Gluten free. Shoppers can choose from delicious sweet toppings from Lotus biscuit to a range of savoury options including the popular Vegan Mexican Chicken.

Not only does Crêpeaffaire serve a wide range of vegan galettes, but they also offer the option to change the milk in hot drinks to plant-based milks for free. Customers can choose from Oat, Coconut or Soya.

View Crepeaffaire’s full vegan menu here.

Vegan Crepe with whipped cream

Starbucks

Go non-dairy for free at Starbucks this January with a range of options to choose from, including Oat, Soya, Almond and Coconut. Are you feeling peckish? Why not try the plant-based fave No’ Beef Focaccia and pair it with a Caramelised Macadamia Oat Latte. Now that is a #VeganVictory.

Starbucks Vegan Drink and Sandwich

Read all about our extended vegan offering including fashion, beauty and more here.

Introducing Unique Cocktail Bar Mother Mercy, Fenwick

Fenwick Newcastle teams up with popular Cloth Market bar Mother Mercy to launch a unique in-store cocktail bar experience and we are here for it!

New Premium Cocktail Bar Mother Mercy, Fenwick

Nestled in the stunning atrium space on the lower ground floor of Fenwick you will find the brand new cocktail bar, Mother Mercy.  Serving up signature Mother Mercy cocktails bespoke to Fenwick including Spiced Pear Bellinis, Praline Old Fashions and so much more, this beautifully styled bar is open from 11am to close every day.

The team of expert mixologists at Mother Mercy is constantly creating innovative cocktail menus using a range of unique alcoholic and low-ABV tipples. This makes Mother Mercy the ideal place for customers wanting to try something new while taking a well-deserved break from shopping with family and friends.

Over time, Fenwick and Mother Mercy have won awards and well-renowned reputations for creating luxury drinking moments. Making them a recipe for the perfect partnership and one we can’t wait to see blossom.

Mother Mercy Cocktail Bar inside Fenwick, Newcastle
Mother Mercy Cocktail Bar inside Fenwick, Newcastle

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