City Tavern
📍 1.6 miles from Gateshead International Stadium
About this Pub
Why it's great for Matchdays
Handy for matchdays, City Tavern sits just off Northumberland Street near Haymarket Metro—one of the main arrival points fans use to walk up to St James’ Park. The pub has multiple TVs and a big drop-down screen showing live sporting events, and it’s noted for getting busy on matchdays, making it a lively pre- or post-game stop. If you want to watch the televised early/late kick-off, there are screens in the main bar, and it’s listed among city-centre pubs that show football. For lining the stomach before heading to the ground, the kitchen serves a full menu (with published menus and food hours).
Recent Fan Reviews
I didnt get food at this fine establishment just yet but I got drinks a plenty and let me tell you good people I had a brilliant time. The decor is very unique and the drinks are equally as unique and the service is very pleasant indeed. It was busy and chairs were sparse but fortunately god gave me legs to stand on so I used them for as long as the beer let me. Would highly recommend 👌 👍.
Since moving away from the town centre to Hexham we don’t frequent this place anywhere near as often as we used to, having been previous regular visitors because of a great atmosphere, good beer and quality food however, having returned today and ordered a Sunday Lunch, it’s fair to say that we won’t be returning anytime soon! The atmosphere and the beer is still worth the visit but I would strongly suggest that you either eat prior to your visit or somewhere afterwards. The wasn’t wasn’t roasted as advertised it was boiled, and boiled to death & grey in colour. There was more fat than beef in all honesty. The gravey was tasteless and like water, the mash potatoes were also a vey weird shade of grey, not very appetising whatsoever. My wife had the chicken and instantly suffered from dehydration as the chicken was dryer that an Egyptian's sandal. Avoid the food at all costs, otherwise still a nice place for a pint and a good atmosphere, but eat there at your own peril!
I’ve visited many times and have always been impressed by the quality of both the food and the drinks. The menu goes well beyond standard pub fare, with carefully prepared dishes and a wide, thoughtfully chosen range of beverages to suit all tastes. Just as importantly, the atmosphere is consistently friendly and welcoming. I’ve often visited with friends and colleagues from different backgrounds, and the staff, an ethnically diverse and highly customer focused team, have always been warm, professional, and inclusive. I have never witnessed anything like the negative claims made elsewhere. Based on my repeated experiences, this is a well run venue that takes pride in excellent hospitality, and I am very happy to recommend it.
We had the upstairs for a private event, but the whole of the tavern was gorgeous and fun! The decor was neat, the drinks fresh, and the service impeccable. Fair warning - they aren't joking about the 'giant' Yorkshire pudding, it spans a huge dinner plate!
Wow, why haven't I ever been here before. Great pub and eatery in the middle of Newcastle. real home cooked food and an array of beverages alcoholic and non alcoholic. Plenty of choice for meat eaters and vegan options. Portions huge!! Staff were lovely and friendly, atmosphere was great too. Decor was fab, so well done. Definitely recommend to anyone. Dog friendly 😌 Gluten free menu 👌