Best Sunday Lunch Restaurants in Houghton-Le-Spring

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ItalianSeafoodBritishFusion / EclecticGrillTurkish

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DurhamNewcastle Upon TyneStanleySunderland

Areas

DurhamNewcastle upon TyneStanleySunderlandWashington

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Havelock Arms

4.3

Awesome(33)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Washington

Booked 5 times today

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the picturesque village of Fatfield, Washington, overlooking the banks of the River Wear. Here at The Havelock Arms, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with your favourite drink in hand. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire.

2. Fiume

4.2

Awesome(1598)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Washington

Booked 12 times today

Having earned a remarkable reputation for mouth-watering Italian food and outstanding customer service over the last 15 years, Ristorante Fiume and River Bar continue to please visitors of all ages. We're a family focused restaurant serving an array of authentic homemade Italian dishes 7 days a week, whilst downstairs River Bar offers a great place to relax and socialise while enjoying stunning views across the River Wear.

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3. Washington Arms Washington

4.6

Exceptional(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Washington

The Washington Arms is in the heart of the old village, directly overlooking the village green, with something to accommodate all ages and needs.During the day, we offer a relaxed atmosphere, with exciting food offers and are considered a ‘lovely atmosphere’ for meeting friends and colleagues for lunch. We also offer a great beer garden area.Each evening sees a particular food offer, as well as our full menu, all offered with a good selection of wines and drinks, together with a couple of traditional ales, at locally competitive prices.With something for everyone, Friday and Saturday nights see a great, friendly, local atmosphere, with regular live bands. We look forward to seeing you there!

4. Six Baltic

4.7

Exceptional(1111)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 11 times today

Refined modern British cuisine meets unparalleled panoramic views of the Newcastle cityscape in BALTIC’s stylish quayside rooftop restaurant.Menus are inspired by the very best seasonal, local artisan ingredients, whilst a carefully curated wine list draws from both new and old worlds.The sleek, elegant dining room, complete with a chef’s table, offers an indulgent six course tasting experience. More casual small plates and sharing dishes are served in the opulent viewing box.SIX’s stunning centrepiece bar serves innovative cocktails and both draught and bottled beers, with an emphasis on local breweries and distilleries.

5. Ember

4.8

Exceptional(83)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Sunderland

Booked 23 times today

Culinary Excellence in SunderlandSet within the historic Sheepfolds in Riverside Sunderland, Ember offers a unique dining experience in the most stunning setting.

6. Vito's Osteria

4.9

Exceptional(92)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sunderland

Booked 21 times today

Vito's Osteria, the restaurant of authentic Italian cuisine, serves food prepared with traditional recipes and fine Italian wine in a relaxed atmosphere. It is located in a charming converted barn that has been transformed into a dining and entertainment center in the city of Sunderland.

7. The Punch Bowl

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4.5

Awesome(9)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Stanley

At The Punch Bowl, we pride ourselves on being a fun and friendly pub with fantastic homemade food from our excellent chef and run by a great team. We offer fresh and clean rooms at our B&B for those looking to stay with us. Our pub is also dog-friendly, so bring your furry friends! Come visit us and experience the warmth of our hospitality.

8. The Engine Room

4.5

Awesome(827)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Sunderland

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to the Engine RoomGreat quality food, produced from fresh and locally sourced produce, is teamed with a fantastic range of drinks – from soft drinks, and beers to cocktails. Sitting inside the lovingly restored Old Fire Station, within the heart of Sunderland’s cultural quarter the Engine Room is the perfect place to enjoy a meal before visiting the theatre, mark a special occasion or simply meet with friends for a fun night in the city.

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9. Seafood & steak co

4.7

Exceptional(45)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sunderland

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to Seafood & Steak Co.Sunderland’s Finest Seafood and Steak Restaurant.We look forward to serving you!

10. Carter & Fitch

4.2

Awesome(329)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Washington

Welcome to Carter & Fitch. We look forward to serving you! Pizzeria - The Carter & Fitch pizza is a real Italian affair. Devour the Pizza Lungo 12” thin crust pizza, fresh from our Italian oven. The base is hand stretched using long ferment dough, resulting in a delicate crust. Topped with our very own secret sauce. Smokehouse - All of our meats are from selected prime cuts, rubbed with our unique blend of spices and seasonings, infused overnight, then smoked in our Oklahoma smokehouse oven, low and slow over Mesquite, till meltingly tender. Bar - Our fully stocked bar has something to wet every appetite from beer, spirits, wines, champagnes and cocktails. If you feel like throwing caution to the wind…ask your server about our new ‘Hard Shakes’. We even have a ‘Speak Easy’…Shhh, that’s our little secret!

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M
Mark
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Again another excellent dining experience resulting in a food coma
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Havelock ArmsPrice: Moderate• Pub• Washington
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4.3
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Hazel
Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We loved the food the menu was explained to us for things we didn’t know. The starters were so good we were almost full before the main course arrived. I had a pudding which was so unusual we loved exploring it. I am going to go back as soon as I can.
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EmberPrice: Moderate• Modern European• Sunderland
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4.8
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London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Beautiful food as ever, great service and great price.
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FiumePrice: Moderate• Italian• Washington
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4.2
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Peter
Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
Fantastic tasting menu, with locally sourced produces. A real treat, and lovely wine pairing!
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Six BalticPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Durham/County Durham •1 review
4.0
Dined on 10 Mar 2024
Excellent Sunday lunch in a traditional style village pub. Very busy for Mother’s Day but service was good and any delays discussed upfront. A good meal and venue
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Washington Arms WashingtonPrice: Moderate• British• Washington
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4.6

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