Alongside a fantastic range of drinks and high-quality food, a friendly and traditional atmosphere is one of the best things about local pubs.
With that in mind, here are some of the highest-rated “old school” pubs and bars in South Tyneside according to Google reviews.
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All of the pubs have been described as “old school” by customers in reviews and have ten or more reviews.

. Old school pubs in South Tyneside
These are some of the top rated pubs in the area described as old school by Google reviewers. Photo: Google

. Look Out Inn
The Look Out Inn on Fort Street in South Shields has a 4.8 rating from 47 Google reviews. Photo: Google

1. Old school pubs in South Tyneside
These are some of the top rated pubs in the area described as old school by Google reviewers. Photo: Google

2. Look Out Inn
The Look Out Inn on Fort Street in South Shields has a 4.8 rating from 47 Google reviews. Photo: Google

3. The Steamboat
The Steamboat on the banks of the River Tyne in South Shields has a 4.6 rating from 611 Google reviews. Photo: Google

4. The Alum Ale House
The Alum Ale House is a familiar sight for anyone who regularly uses the Shields Ferry. The pub has a 4.5 rating from 631 Google reviews. Photo: Google