Friday, October 17, marks National Pasta Day 2025 and we have plenty of places to get involved in the celebrations here in South Tyneside.
As a way of enjoying the day, we’ve put together a list of the borough’s top Italian restaurants, based on their Google reviews.
Everyone has their favourite pasta day so whether you’re after a carbonara or a lasagne, there is something on this list.
Take a look below.

5. Italianish Spanish, South Shields
Italianish Spanish, on Ocean Road, in South Shields, has a 4.7* rating from 517 Google reviews. | Google Maps

6. Ristorante Bravi, South Shields
Ristorante Bravi, on North Street, in South Shields, has a 4.7* rating from 309 Google reviews. | Google Maps

7. Mambo Wine and Dine, South Shields
Mambo Wine and Dine, on Winchester Street, in South Shields, has a 4.6* rating from 944 Google reviews. | Google Maps

8. Pacino's Italian Restaurant, South Shields
Pacino's Italian Restaurant, on Ocean Road, in South Shields, has a 4.6* rating from 417 Google reviews. | Google Maps

