Kiln - Newcastle upon Tyne

Sofie

Kiln is hands down one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve ever had! While it’s a bit outside Newcastle’s city center, it’s absolutely worth the stroll. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, and even though it was packed midweek, we managed to snag a seat at the bar without a reservation. Sitting at the bar turned out to be perfect—it made it easy to keep the incredible food coming, and we certainly indulged!

Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor, absolutely mouthwatering. I especially loved all the vegetarian options—there was such a great variety, and each one was as delicious as the next. We kept ordering more because everything was so good, and I left feeling completely stuffed in the best way. The staff was wonderfully friendly and attentive without being pushy.

At one point, I casually mentioned that I didn’t think there was a dessert menu, but to my delight, there was—and what a dessert it was! The chocolate dessert I had was divine: rich, heavy, and everything a chocolate treat should be. I can’t wait to return someday!

Matthew H.

The Kiln is a cozy spot with a charming vibe, perfect for a relaxed coffee break. Their funky coffee cups add a fun touch to the experience, making each visit feel unique. The outdoor seating is beautiful, offering a great atmosphere for enjoying your drink. The friendly staff make you feel welcome, enhancing the overall laid-back feel of the place. Definitely worth a visit!

Kim S.

What a wonderful place to enjoy and share some very tasty food! We were very grateful for Kiln fitting us in late notice. This is the place to be for anyone who loves craft and artisan cooking. Kiln have brought that together hand in hand.

Some may be a little confused with the similar to tapas style of dining, for example the chicken thigh skewer doesn't come with chips and salad, but once you put this together with the reasonably priced smaller dishes, you can build a delicious meal for what you'd pay in most places. But the quality and experience are worth so much more.

My friends wouldn't stop talking about this afterwards, which is when you know it's special. Maybe one day I'll return and have some fun working that clay! This would make a wonderful gift experience for a loved one, or a celebration for a special occasion.

The staff were also lovely. Thanks for having us guys. Extra points if they made all of the dinnerware!

Harry K.

Kiln - one of my favourites in Newcastle. It’s been quite some time since we went but every time we go, we always receive high quality food!

For me, the thing that makes Kiln so great is the fresh ingredients and herbs 🌿, it really comes across in their food as every dish is so fragrant. It’s a mezze platter type restaurant with Lebanese/Middle Eastern inspiration so we got a range of most dishes on the menu.

The dips and flatbreads to start were so creamy and full of flavour - a really great way to start the meal. The mains had such a variety of spices which complemented their individual meats/fish/veg. Everything was cooked so well and gave me a similar feeling to having lovely home-cooking/dinner party vibes which is definitely a strong compliment!

Overall, I’d definitely recommend going to Kiln if you haven’t already and it works best for a larger crowd so you can get a range of dishes to share!

D C.

Cosy spot just a few minutes walk from the Quayside. Delicious Middle Eastern food and pastries/cakes with friendly service. Shakashuka options really delicious especially for weekend brunch.

Enas F.

The place had a lovely and cozy vibe and the food was nice. I have to say that the green labneh was absolutely the best. The banana bread was warm and crispy in the edges which gave it a nice texture. I have to come back to taste the other dishes. The waiter was very friendly!

Gemma N.

Went here for a work lunch and thoroughly enjoyed the food!
I had the shakshuka, and my colleagues had arayes, and everything was delicious.

The service was a little bit slow and it was about 10-15 minutes before even our drinks order was taken which was a little disappointing, but the food made up for it.

Looking forward to visiting again for the evening menu.

Raj K.

Best brunch I’ve had in years - in the UK or abroad.

Finest ingredients / food is delicious, great setting, customer service is top quality