Ocean Road is an iconic food and drink destination, located in South Shields’ town centre.
If you have been born and raised in our beautiful seaside town, you probably have fond memories of visiting the street and spending time at one of the fantastic hotspots - from restaurants to cafes, and everything in between.
The street has even helped tourism, with many visitors to the town taking a trip to it for its famous curry houses and fish and chip shops.
The long street which connects South Shields’ shopping street King Street and the seafront, is home to many different eateries including restaurants from different international cuisines, chippies, café’s as well as pubs and bars.
We have created a guide to Ocean Road, highlighting the top places to visit.
1. Pubs
Ocean Road’s pubs have a cosy, traditional feel. Highlights include the multi-award winning pub The Marine. | Google Maps
2. Pubs
Another highlight is The Criterion which has a real fire, and The Pier. | Google Maps
3. Bars
While its bars have more of a traditional vibe, Ocean Road’s bars are more modern and trendy. Our top picks include Arbeia, which is owned by our very own popstar Jade Thirlwall, as well as its sister venue Industry. | Google Maps
