The North East is home to Newcastle upon Tyne, Middlesbrough, Sunderland, Gateshead, Gateshead, Darlington, Hartlepool and Durham.
Across the region, there are many exciting restaurants offering a wide range of cuisines, which have proved to be popular among those living and visiting the area.
Here is a list of 15 of the best-rated restaurants in the North East - according to Google reviews.
13. Smoke & Sear Kitchen, Newcastle
Smoke & Sear Kitchen on Heaton Road in Newcastle, has a 4.8 rating from 174 reviews. A Google reviewer wrote: “Amazing food! Steak and eggs were delicious. Great value for money as portion sizes are huge. Friendly staff members and all around cute cafe vibe.” | Sophie Raffo
14. Restaurant Hjem, Northumberland
Restaurant Hjem on Front Street in Hexham, Newcastle has a 4.8 rating from 118 reviews. A Google reviewer wrote: “The meal was a complete delight. Food wonderful, staff charming and not over attentive, kitchen calm and efficient. The wine flight was well considered and the soft drink flight very interesting and delicious.” | Restaurant Hjem-Google
15. Lovage, Newcastle
Lovage on The St George’s Terrace in Jesmond, Newcastle, has a 4.8 rating from 93 reviews. A Google reviewer wrote: “Fantastic dining experience - great service, fabulous tasting food, very interesting choices in food and drink, relaxing ambience in a tastefully decorated space.” | Lovage-Google