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Away Fans⭐ 4.4 (639 Google Reviews)

The Peacock

📍 0.6 miles from Stadium of Light

About this Pub

The Peacock
In Sunderland city centre, The Peacock is specifically recommended to away fans by multiple official club guides, making it a reliable neutral pre-match option. It’s a short walk from Sunderland Railway/Metro (around six minutes), which is handy for travelling supporters. On matchdays the pub is known for a “strong match-day offering” including traditional ham & pease-pudding stotties, so you can get food before or after the game. Overall, its central location, away-fan welcome, and matchday food make it a practical meet-up spot en route to the Stadium of Light.

Why it's great for Matchdays

In Sunderland city centre, The Peacock is specifically recommended to away fans by multiple official club guides, making it a reliable neutral pre-match option. It’s a short walk from Sunderland Railway/Metro (around six minutes), which is handy for travelling supporters. On matchdays the pub is known for a “strong match-day offering” including traditional ham & pease-pudding stotties, so you can get food before or after the game. Overall, its central location, away-fan welcome, and matchday food make it a practical meet-up spot en route to the Stadium of Light.

Venue Details

Overall Rating
4.4
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Based on 639 Google Reviews
Opening Hours
  • mondayClosed
  • tuesdayClosed
  • wednesdayClosed
  • thursday12–11 PM
  • friday12 PM–12 AM
  • saturday12 PM–12 AM
  • sunday12–8 PM
Address
287 High St W, Sunderland, SR1 3ES, United Kingdom
Phone
+44 191 514 3494

Matchday Vibe

Outdoor seatingOnsite servicesTakeoutDine-inGreat beer selectionGreat tea selectionGreat wine listLive musicCasualCozyHistoricTrendyDogs allowedDogs allowed insideDogs allowed outside

Matchday Menu

Last updated from Google: June 15, 2026

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OPEN SANDWICHES

Beetroot and Goats CheeseWalnuts, rocket, honey and balsamic glaze, on sourdough, served with root vegetable crisps. (V)
£7.95
Ham, Fried Egg, Melted CheddarMustard mayo, rocket served on toasted sourdough, served with root vegetable crisps
£7.95
Pan Fried MushroomCaramelized onions, melted cheddar, vegan lemon mayo, served with root vegetable crisps (V) or (VE)
£7.95

SOUP

Soup of the DayFreshly made seasonal soup
£5.25

SALADS

Crispy Chicken CaesarRomaine lettuce, parmesan, croutons, cherry tomatoes, Caesar dressing, crispy chicken fillets.
£7.95
Goat's Cheese and BeetrootGrilled goats cheese, beetroot, walnut, honey, salad greens (V) (N) (GF)
£7.95
Greek SaladGreek feta, roast peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, thinly sliced red onion, homemade salad dressing, salad greens. (V) (GF)
£7.95

SMALL PLATES

Olives and SourdoughWith balsamic glaze dip (VE)
£4.95
Mozzarella SticksWith sweet chilli sauce (V)
£5.95
Beer Battered Onion RingsWith garlic mayo (V)
£5.95
Salt and Pepper SquidWith lemon mayo
£7.75
Southern Fried Chicken TendersWith hot shot tomato salsa
£7.95

DIPS

Sweet Chilli Sauce
£0.95
Garlic Mayo
£0.95
Lemon Mayo
£0.95
Franks Hot Sauce
£0.95
Hot Shot Tomato Salsa
£1.50

KIDS MEAL

Chicken BitesAll served with fries and a glass of cordial. Add Peas or Beans for 70p
£4.50
Cheese Burger
£4.50
Chicken Burger
£4.50
Fish Goujons
£5.50

FRIES

Plain Fries(VE) (GF)
£3.00
Salt and Pepper Fries(VE) (GF)
£4.50
Buffalo Loaded FriesFrank's hot sauce, stilton dressing, crispy fakin' bacon bits. (V)
£7.95
Parmo Loaded FriesCheddar, hot shot tomato salsa, bechamel, jalapenos (V) - Add chicken tenders for £3.00
£7.95

BURGERS

The Peacock Classic6oz ground steak, American cheese, house burger sauce, salsa verde, lettuce & tomato. Available as gluten free
£13.95
The Hugh Hedley Special6oz ground steak, stilton sauce, crispy smoked bacon, red onion marmalade, lettuce. Available as gluten free
£13.95
Katsu ChickenTwo southern fried chicken fillets, katsu mayo. shredded lettuce, pickles.
£11.95
Salt and Pepper ChickenTwo southern fried chicken fillets tossed in the house salt and pepper mix, mayo, lettuce.
£11.95
Lemon Mayo ChickenTwo southern fried chicken fillets, lemon mayo, crispy lettuce & tomato.
£11.95
The Vegan ClassicMoving Mountains' plant protein patty, vegan cheese, house burger sauce, salsa verde, lettuce & tomato. (VE)
£12.95
The Fried Fish BurgerFreshly battered fish goujons, crisp romaine lettuce, tartare sauce, pickles.
£12.95

PUB GRUB CLASSICS

Wholetail ScampiChunky chips, homemade tartare sauce and minted mushy peas - or garden peas.
£10.95
Hot Shot Chicken ParmoCrispy chicken fillets, béchamel, hot shot tomato salsa, jalapeños, fries
£10.95
Ginger Beer Battered Fish and ChipsMinted mushy peas (or garden peas) and homemade tartare sauce.
£12.00

HOMEMADE PIES

Steak and Double MaximA Peacock staple with slow-cooked steak, mature cheddar and double maxim brown ale
£13.95
Cheese & PotatoA classic flavour combination, with the added benefit of sour cream and spring onions (V)
£11.95
Pie of the WeekPlease check specials board or ask a member of staff for flavours available.
£11.00

DESSERTS

Sticky Toffee PuddingWith toffee sauce and warm custard (V)
£4.95
Cheesecake of the Week(V)
£4.25
Warm Cinder Toffee BrownieWith a scoop of vanilla ice cream (VE) (GF)
£4.25
Kids Ice-CreamWith a choice of sauce - chocolate, strawberry or toffee
£2.50

Recent Fan Reviews

shawn b
shawn b4 months ago
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Went for Sunday lunch with family. Food was delicious, we went for the two meat option. Veggies cooked to perfection and gravy to die for. We appreciate the fact that they bring extra gravy to the table. Great service Donna I apologise for the pic of the half eaten meal (couldn’t wait to tuck in) We will definitely be returning.

Sean Harte
Sean Harte3 months ago
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Great old school pub in the centre of Sunderland. Excellent selection of cask ales available.

andykan1
andykan18 months ago
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Called in for food. Great atmosphere and for first time in pub felt welcomed. Food was delicious and great priced.

Hella Anderson
Hella Anderson4 months ago
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Had Sunday roast here which was really good. The vegetables had great texture and were well seasoned and beef was tender. Large plate of food. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would eat here again. They also offer cocktails.

Linda Blakelock
Linda Blakelock5 months ago
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Fab love music venue in centre of Sunderland. Deff go and see a band !

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