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Smokehouse Railway Street

➤ 1 Railway Street, DL14 7LR, County Durham, United Kingdom

Tea • Western • Burgers • Barbecue

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"I had my first taste of eating today. faster and courtier service, it was obvious that eating was prepared before spot and very fresh. I ordered the pulled swarm, the brisketburger and the hawn with a wedge. sharing this with the family, there was a lot to go and there were 4 satisfied people. pulled pork tender and damp, brisket burger boiled exactly right, cheeky, and that huh had an amazing taste, I have commented how the chicken skin doesn't look sharp enough, but as I ate it, I had to change my mind, beautiful and crisp with a lot of taste. keep the good work, can not wait to see what is next."

The County

➤ 13 The Green, DL5 6LX Newton Aycliffe, UK, County Durham, United Kingdom

Pub • Vegan • British • Vegetarian

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"Fantastic culinary experience……… My wife and I, along with our dear friends visited The County restaurant, 13 The Green, Aycliffe Village, County Durham today, Saturday the 19th of March 2022). As soon as we walked in we were warmly greeted by a lovely waitress/ hostess called Claire. She showed us to our table , gave us some menus and took our drinks order. We all chose different starters and mains. Kieran, our waiter, brought our meals and we were not disappointed. Why?, because: 1) The food was well presented 2) The plates were red hot 3) The food was piping hot 4) The food was excellent, tasty and plentiful 5) The waiter/waitress Claire and Kieran) were super friendly, polite and professional, nothing was too much trouble. 6) The pub/restaurant was spotless, warm and inviting. A truly fantastic culinary experience. Well done to all at The County restaurant."

The Conduit

➤ 2 Bridge Street, County Durham, United Kingdom

Cafe • Cakes • British • Breakfast

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"Extremely rude staff. I was going for lunch and as I entered a woman cleaning a table did not even look up and simply said ' you will have to sit there ' pointing to another table! 'Actually, as a customer, I do not 'have ' to sit anywhere and so I left. As this was obviously a foretaste of the standard one would endure I am glad I did leave. I left a similar review on another site and their lame excuse was that they were 'busy '......really? This is their poor excuse for rudeness. Their staff should learn some manners and they should stop their paltry and pitiful excuses. AVOID......One just has to laugh at the nonsense of this poor deluded woman to say I would not be welcome back......No doubt this is how they treat people who do not care for their appalling food and service......as IF I would return!! I wont but environmental health will!!!"

The Blue Stone Tea Shop

➤ 5-6 Commercial Street, County Durham, United Kingdom

Cafe • Cafés • Vegan • British

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"This is my review for the Blue Stone Tea Shop in Crook I think the staff at the Blue Stone Tea Shop are so welcoming, kind and they always make you feel like you belong there. The staff are worth so much more than...just their service. If anyone is wanting a warm-welcoming feeling when they walk into a café, then this is the place for you. I highly recommend trying this place out. They cater to your needs and they are extremely welcoming and friendly staff members."

Paxtons Sandwich

➤ 2 Romaine Square, DH6 5AE, County Durham, United Kingdom

Vegan • British • Fast Food • Breakfast

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"Limited parking but that didn’t deter the folks who piled in and out whilst I was there. Super range of take away meals. There was a table full of paper carrier bags waiting to be collected and they were. I had the FULL BREAKFAST, 2 eggs, 2 bacon, 2 sausage, mushrooms, beans, tomato and a buttered bread roll, All very eatable and tasted good, really good. Price on BREXIT DAY, £3.40. Price for on any other day, £3.40. At least 10 staff, working like trojans, all busy and professional. I will be back ! Good honest British food, no kebabs but you can get a panini. Go for it."

The Copper Mine

➤ 26 High Jobs Hill, DL15 0UL, County Durham, United Kingdom

Pub • Cafés • Steak • British

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"Managed to get a table at late notice which was good. Table was small for 4 persons and dogs were allowed in which sadly for daughter was not great as she’s terrified of them. Service was fine and meal arrived quickly. The menu online is not the menu offered on a Sunday as prices are more expensive than online. (Said £6.95/7.95 and upward online) Still for £9.95 not a bad Sunday lunch price however you really don’t get a lot of food. We got one bowl of veg between 4 plenty carrots, cauliflower and cabbage but not a lot of turnip 3 spoons and it was gone. A separate bowl of mushy peas. We did not get a lot of meat and one person had only a few shredded pieces on their plate and small spoonful of mash/roasts. One large Yorkshire. Food tasted nice just don’t expect a huge portion. Desert menu was plentiful priced around £5 each. We enjoyed deserts and quite filling. Drinks reasonably priced also."

The Pub And Kitchen

➤ Front Street North, County Durham, United Kingdom

Pub • Steak • Vegan • British

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"The restaurant has a beautiful venue with a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, featuring a combination of wood and coal fire aromas. The staff are very polite. However, vegetarians should check the menu before coming as there are limited choices available. The Italian bomb starter was delicious and full of flavor, while the garlic mushrooms with melted cheese were rich and fantastic. The hanging kebab was overpriced for the amount of meat received, and the naan bread that came with it was not useful as it crumbled easily. The teriyaki halloumi, on the other hand, was faultless according to my partner. Overall, it was a pleasant visit and I would return, but I would avoid ordering the kebab next time."

The Royal George

➤ The Village, SR8 2NA, County Durham, United Kingdom

Wine • Steak • Cakes • British

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"we drove along a19 and searched for a place to lunch and found it. first we were not sure that the restaurant in it is located in a residential area and saw closed. but what a surprise inside! well decorated (picked freshly renovated,) friendly staff, a good choice on the menu, eating was very good and homemade. fresh chips that were very delicious! very good value for money. we have 3 generous net parts and pay around £28! I would recommend it and be back when we are back on a19!"

Port Of Call

➤ North Quay 6 North Terrace, SR7 7EU, County Durham, United Kingdom

Food • Pizza • Seafood • Cocktail

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"Our second visit here didn't disapoint xx we were superbly looked after by Brandon who was very accommodating from the start !! There were no tables free but we were made welcome and seated very soon. We ordered between 3 of us ghe Italian station flat bread which was gone quickly as it was after 3pm and we quite hungry but its was very nice . We ordered 2 Sunday lunches and ultimate steak and fries and all of it was beautifully cooked Brandon was very helpful and I would highly recommend this establishment as a restaurant owner myself it totally ticked all my boxes thanks guys we will be back soon xx"

Stapylton Arms

➤ The Village, Hawthorn, SR7 8SD, County Durham, United Kingdom

Soup • Steak • Coffee • British

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"Couldn’t fault the meal it was a great sunday lunch As for the service it was appalling first of all got a pint of lager instead of a shandy Then meal came had to wait for our cutlery, then they forgot the mint sauce an huffed about it My boyfriend had ordered 2 meats an only got one so had to tell them, they bought 3 small pieces of beef to us in a dish, which 3 does not go for 2 people I went and ordered a dessert and got charged again for the meal which my boyfriend had already paid for, 6 days later the £32 extra that I was charged is still not back in my account We won’t be using the place again"

Country Tea Shop

➤ 39 Front St, County Durham, United Kingdom, DL2 3NB

Cafe • Steak • Vegan • British

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"A wonderful hidden gem of a restaurant that is open every day between 10 3pm. We were staying in the village for a week, so tried this place 3 times each time we took the food away to enjoy at the cottage we had hired as we had dogs. Even though one of our family was vegetarian, there was plenty of choice for all four of us each time. Our first meal was Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry, which came with Rice and a small Nan Bread each. Lovely tasty meal with plenty of flavours. We ordered the Sunday Beef Roast as well as a Vegetarian Roast for the following day, and the lady offered to deliver it to our cottage. Again, wonderful quality food with plenty on the plates to satisfy us. The 3rd meal was Vegetable Lasagne a Vegetable Risotto with Mediterranean Veg. Beautiful flavours on both dishes again with plenty of food on the plates. All the food was excellent value especially for the price, and we could not recommend it highly enough. Yum, yum, yum!!"

Causey Arch Inn

➤ Beamish Burn Road, Marley Hill, NE16 5EG, County Durham, United Kingdom

Pubs • Steak • Grill • British

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"Stayed in Beamish Park Hotel across the road 4th -8th August 2022 and after a day at Beamish Museum first day fancied a meal and drink How amazed we were with this place. Super friendly staff making all 4 of us really welcome.The meals were freshly prepared and extremely well presented.Cooked to perfection and served all together so we started and finished as a family.Even the local regular people made us all feel welcome and joined in conversation with us.This place was so good for the next three nights of our stay at the Beamish Park Hotel after a days outing we returned to the Causey Arch Inn to have evening meals and drinks, it was that good, the meals were outstanding and as always we were welcomed to the extent we were nearly classed as locals.I would urge anyone staying at the Beamish Hotel to walk over the road and try this place ,you will not be disappointed, but I believe impressed with everything from the atmosphere, the meals, drinks and local people who are genuine down to earth people who do not judge but welcome you as guests and friends.We are already planning our return and will give our custom to this place.Why go anywhere else when you have such an outstanding atmosphere staff, meals the whole 9 yards.Thank you to everyone for your welcome and service, we will see you again definitely."

Gabrielle's

➤ United Kingdom, DL14 7LE, County Durham

Steak • Pizza • Vegan • Italian

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"We want to express our immense gratitude to Gabrielle and his staff for giving us an unforgettable Christmas dinner. Each member of our party enjoyed different starters, main courses, and desserts, and all remarked on the outstanding quality, presentation, and taste of the dishes. The kitchen team, front of house staff, and waiters/waitresses deserve special recognition for efficiently serving a large group of hungry diners. The portions were so generous that we were able to bring some turkey home for our dog, who enjoyed it just as much as we did."

The Blue House

➤ United Kingdom, DH6 2AP, County Durham

Pub • Steak • British • Vegetarian

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"Having visited here for a lot of years, previously I would have described the food as average pub grub and dismissed this as an option as we usually go for food which is a bit more special or interesting. Recently we visited as we were hearing a lot of good comments from people we know so thought we’d give it a try. I must admit I was very pleasantly surprised at what we were served it was amazing and not what we were expecting. Afterwards I got the opportunity to speak to the chef and he was telling me that he was getting more free reign to be more creative and keep looking out for the specials as this is where he could do his thing. We went again last night and I had the duck. Again this didn’t disappoint presentation was amazing, tasted amazing, cooked to perfection. I don’t usually write reviews unless I’m warning people about bad experiences, but I would really urge people to go here and try the specials, you won’t be disappointed. Well done to the owner for letting the artist in the kitchen do his thing, and well done to the chef for transforming my opinion of the place. Top marks, see you soon"

The Miners Arms

➤ United Kingdom, DH8 6QN, County Durham

Pub • Steak • Grill • British

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"I went to this restaurant for Sunday lunch to celebrate a birthday. I used to enjoy the food when it was under previous ownership, but this was my first time visiting since it changed management. The lunch was mediocre at best, with the highlight being the delicious Yorkshire Puddings. However, the portion sizes were disappointing - my party of 5 adults only received four sprouts to share. The ladies toilets had a nice touch with a basket of beauty products, but there was no toilet paper in any of the cubicles when we arrived or when we left. Maybe the focus should be on the basics rather than unnecessary additions. Overall, I doubt I will be returning to this restaurant."

Bengal Merchant

➤ 7 The Bank, DL12 8PH, County Durham, United Kingdom

Asian • Balti • Indian • Bangladeshi

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"I can only say that the service and food at this restaurant were outstanding. I highly recommend it. The take-out service for dinner was excellent, with a price range of £30-40 per person. The food, service, and atmosphere all received a top score of 5."

The Lamp Room

➤ 20 North Terrace, SR7 7EU, County Durham, United Kingdom

Food • Steak • Store • British

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"Usually they love eating the lamproom is excellent, but today we were switched off for a coffee, despite the fact that it says online, they are not quite disappointing, as we traveled mins to get away from everyone we love the atmosphere, were not given a reason simply turned away and said they were not serving. I work in a caffeine myself, so I understand if it was closer to the closure, or if we had a reason, but hours to close, and we couldn't even have a coffee, seems ridiculous."

The Green Tree

➤ 41 Tudhoe Village, County Durham, United Kingdom

Pub • Steak • Vegan • British

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"Fantastic Sunday Lunch. Portion size was incredible. After getting off at wrong bus stop we nipped in the Daleside Arms because we thought we would have ages to walk they were quite rude in manner of telling us we have book. It's just as well because we set out to go to the Green Tree right from the word Go!!. We ended up getting here later than planned as we had walk bit further. But the Staff were great and bent over backwards squeeze us in. It was towards end of Sunday Lunch but they checked with Kitchen and made us feel like it was not a problem. We had a Child and baby who was flat out in pushchair. Sunday lunch was Fantastic and portion size was super. Staff helpful attentive and friendly and after reading good reviews on Google I set out try somewhere new and it was well worth it. Thank you for your help and Kindness we will recommend you to all the friends family and we will be back."

Red Alligator

➤ Auckland Road, DL14 6SP, County Durham, United Kingdom

Pub • Steak • Vegan • British

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"First time visiting The Red Alligator after a few recommendations and I definitely wasn’t disappointed! Sunday carvery was exceptional (and very affordable) The meat was cooked perfectly and there was a fabulous selection of veg. It wasn’t really busy when we arrived and we were served by two lovely, polite and very helpful young members of staff quite quickly. After stuffing ourselves silly, we sat for a while letting our food digest, before ordering the best cornflake tart and custard Iv had since I was at school!! Would definitely recommend this lovely pub if you are in the mood for an excellent Sunday lunch."

The Black Horse Inn Pitman's Grill

➤ 4 Attwood Terrace, County Durham, United Kingdom

Pub • Grill • British • Steakhouse

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"Our one-night stay was very good. We traveled from South Yorkshire to visit friends in Spennymoor and decided to stay overnight. The rooms were very nice, albeit a bit small, but perfect for a short stay. They seemed to be newly renovated as the bathroom fittings, large TV, and decor were all up to date. The bed was very comfortable with good quality bedding. The food in the restaurant was excellent and reasonably priced for the quality. The bar was also great, with a large TV and two more showing sports. It was quite busy on a Saturday night, but all the locals were friendly and there was a good, safe atmosphere. We will definitely stay here again when we are in the area."