In addition to regular awards ceremonies, the National Restaurant Awards offer diners a list of the best 100 eateries across the UK, with some in the North East.
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Across Northumberland, County Durham, Tyne and Wear and more, these are the North East restaurants which made the list.
1. National Restaurant Awards
These are some of the North East restaurants listed in the National Restaurant Award's top 100 national eateries. Photo: Google
2. Restaurant Pine
Restaurant Pine in Northumberland was ranked as the 6th best restaurant in the UK, making it the top ranked in the North East. Photo: Google
4. House of Tides
House of Tides on Newcastle's Quayside has been ranked 23rd nationally. Photo: Google