30 great places to visit, eat and drink
30 great places to visit, eat and drink
Sunderland boasts a wealth of incredible eateries, remarkable restaurants and delicious delis.
To mark the city's 30th birthday, we have scanned Tripadvisor to compile a definitive list of the top-30 ranked places to eat, drink and be merry in Sunderland.
Everyone will have their own favourites, but here are the top-rated Tripadvisor venues in the city....
1. Aperitif
Italian restaurant and bar Aperitif is a firm favourite with theatre goers, thanks to its prime location next to the Empire theatre.
Food: Italian - Pizza - Vegetarian
Address: 7 High Street West, Sunderland SR1 3EX
Tel: 0191 514 6111
2. The Scullery Silksworth
Bistro by day, Italian restaurant by night. The Scullery Silksworth offers a wide variety of food options, including early bird specials and Sunday lunch. It also has a cocktail bar and function room for up to 110 guests.
Food: Italian - British - Healthy
Address: Warwick Terrace Silksworth Lane, Silksworth, Sunderland SR3 1BN
Tel: 0191 523 5905
3. Yuvraaj
Serving an inventive take on traditional Indian cuisine, with influences of Bangladesh and western cooking, Yuvraaj has an extensive menu, with vegetarian and vegan options, as well as Halal and gluten free options.
Food: Indian - Asian - Balti
Address: 6-7 Douro Terrace, Sunderland SR2 7DX
Tel: 0191 510 2002
4. Miller & Carter Steakhouse
Awarded 'Masters of Steak' from the prestigious Craft Guild of Chefs for its prime 30-day aged steak cuts, Miller & Carter is a much loved steakhouse grill and wine bar, with restaurants in Sunderland and across the UK. It also caters for veggies, gluten free and specialist diets.
Food: Steakhouse - British - Grill
Address: Newcastle Road, Sunderland SR5 1JT England
Tel: 0191 548 0922
5. The Mad Hatter
A quaint and quirky café close to the seafront, serving homemade meals, cakes and afternoon tea.
Food: Café - British - Vegetarian
Address: 113 Sea Road, Sunderland SR6 9EQ
Tel: 0191 548 6512
6. Spice Empire
Located in the city's cultural quarter, Spice Empire serves Indian dishes with a creative twist, offering an extensive menu influenced by thousands of years of Asian culture.
Food: Indian - Asian - Balti
Address: 3 Church Lane, Sunderland SR1 3PT England
Tel: 0191 565 7750
7. Enfes Restaurant
A casual dining restaurant serving classic Turkish dishes, drawing inspiration from across Europe, Turkey and the Middle East.
Food: Mediterranean - European - Turkish
Address: 3 Derwent Street, Sunderland SR1 3NT
Tel: 0191 514 7375
8. San Marino's at Hanover Place
A classic Italian restaurant in the historic heart of Deptford, serving pizzas, pasta, risotto and more.
Food: Italian - Pizza - Pub
Address: Hanover Place Deptford, Sunderland SR4 6BY
Tel: 0191 565 3845
9. Deli & Dips
A British deli offering a variety of fast food for delivery or collection, including its famous hot dips, breakfast butties and fresh sandwiches.
Food: British Deli
Address: 1A Silksworth Terrace Silksworth, Sunderland SR3 2AQ
Tel: 0191 521 0400
10. Roma Italian Restaurant
Serving a combination of modern and classic Italian dishes including pasta, pizza and risotto.
Food: Italian - Steakhouse - Pizza
Address: 13 Mary Street, Sunderland SR1 3NH
Tel: 0191 565 8569
11. Italian Kitchen
Food: Italian - Pizza - British
Address: Thompson Road, Sunderland SR5 2SQ
Tel: 0191 548 6004
12. Bellini
Food: Italian - Pizza - Vegetarian
Address: Dovedale road Seaburn Dene, Sunderland
Tel: 0191 549 5495
13. Goa Exemplary Indian Cuisine
Food: Indian - Asian - Balti
Address: 5-6 Queens Parade, Sunderland SR6 8DA
Tel: 0191 529 2229
14. The Shipwrights Hotel
Food: Bar - British Pub
Address: Ferryboat Lane, Sunderland SR5 3HW
Tel: 0191 549 5139
15. Bistro Romano
Food: Italian - Mediterranean - European
Address: 63 Front Street Cleadon Village, Sunderland SR6 7PG
Tel: 0191 519 1747
16. Asiana Fusion Restaurant
Food: Chinese - Asian - Fusion
Address: 2 West Wear Street Echo 24 Building, Sunderland SR1 1XD
Tel: 0191 510 0099
17. Signatures Italian Restaurant and Bar
Food: Italian - Pizza - Grill
Address: Wynyard Street Silksworth, Sunderland SR3 1HP
Tel: 0191 447 1013
18. Shandiz Restaurant
Food: Mediterranean - Fusion - Middle Eastern
Address: 22 Vine Place Opposite the Tonic, Sunderland SR1 3NA
Tel: 0191 565 8885
19. Tosca
Food: Italian - Pizza - Mediterranean
Address: 25 Derwent Street, Sunderland SR1 3NU
Tel: 0191 564 0246
20. The Cliff
Food: Bar - British - Pub
Address: Roker Mere Knolls Road, Sunderland SR6 9LG
Tel: 0191 548 6200
21. Royale Thai Restaurant
Food: Thai - Vegetarian - Vegan
Address: 9 Mary Street, Sunderland SR1 3NH
Tel: 0191 567 8395
22. The Good Apple Cafe
Food: Sunderland - Café - British - Vegetarian
Address: 18 Derwent Street, Sunderland SR1 3NU
Tel: 0191 564 1763
23. Mexico 70
Food: Mexican - Bar - Pub
Address: 312 High Street West, Sunderland SR1 3ET
24. The Salt House Kitchen
Food: Café - British - Contemporary
Address: 6 Queens Parade Seaburn, Sunderland SR6 8DA
Tel: 0191 529 3132
25. Havelock
Food: Bar - British - Pub
Address: Bonemill Lane, Fatfield, Sunderland NE38 8AJ
Tel: 0191 415 9739
26. Motiraj
Food: Indian
Address: 6-7 Church Lane, Sunderland SR1 3PT
Tel: 0191 565 6916
27. Mamma Italia
Food: Italian - Pizza
Address: Stannington Grove The Ashbrooke Pub, Sunderland SR2 9JT
Tel: 0191 522 7516
28. Angelo's Ristorante
Food: Italian
Address: 48 West Sunniside, Sunderland SR1 1BA
Tel: 0191 565 4888
29. Marina Vista Ristorante
Food: Italian
Address: Marine Activity Centre, Sunderland SR6 0PW
Tel: 0191 510 0600
30. Brewers Fayre Wessington
Food: British - Brew Pub
Address: Wessington Way Castletown, Sunderland SR5 3HR
Tel: 0191 548 9384
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