Best Lunch Restaurants in Craster

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AlnwickBamburghBelfordCrasterMorpethNewcastle Upon Tyne

Areas

Alnmouth AlnwickAmbleCrasterDoxfordNewcastle upon Tyne

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8 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Jolly Fisherman at Craster restaurant

1. Jolly Fisherman at Craster

4.7

Exceptional(5027)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Craster

Booked 32 times today

Welcome to The Jolly Fisherman, Craster. Combining stunning sea views with delicious home cooking and beautifully kept ales, this is a tastefully refurbished pub with tradition and character at its heart. We’ve taken great care to retain the charm of this historic pub with stone flagged floors, low beamed ceilings and comfortable seating. In the winter months, you can relax by one of our roaring open fires and in the summer enjoy the view from one of the most spectacular beer gardens in Northumberland.

2. The Joiners Arms

4.3

Awesome(2365)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Alnwick

Booked 18 times today

What makes our food so special? In The Joiners Arms kitchen our ethos is simple – great quality food, locally sourced and lovingly prepared – this is the absolute key to the gastro experience we create for our guests.It’s honest, home-style cooking with a Northumbrian twist, showcasing the best of our region in our award-winning restaurant.It’s definitely been worth the muddy wellies to develop our signature styles and flavours with the help of our passionate local growers and producers. Our menus change seasonally to ensure that only the freshest ingredients end up on your plate.

A photo of The Tempus, Charlton Hall Estate restaurant

3. The Tempus, Charlton Hall Estate

4.7

Exceptional(411)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Alnwick

Booked 7 times today

At the heart of The Tempus, beyond the dazzling disco balls of our vibrant bar, lies The Orangery—the perfect setting to savour exquisite culinary delights. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience, whether it’s for lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner. Our carefully curated menus offer a tantalising selection designed to please every palate and showcases the finest local ingredients and culinary talent, ensuring a memorable meal with every visit. Lunch served Monday - Saturday, 12:00 - 15:00Afternoon Tea served Friday's & Saturday's, 14:30 – 15:45. Bookings are required to be made within 48 hours of your reservationÀ la Carte Dining: Daily from 17:00Sunday Lunch: from 12:00 - 16:00Our bar and snug open daily offer a great spot for coffee, tea, drinks, and bar snacks. Well-behaved four-legged friends are welcome in our bar until 18:00.

A photo of The Whittling House restaurant

4. The Whittling House

4.6

Exceptional(650)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Alnmouth

Booked 13 times today

Discover the very best of Northumbrian CuisineOur Head Chef and his expert team have handpicked local suppliers who source only the highest quality, freshest Northumbrian produce. So, whether you visit us for a feast with friends or as a couple looking for a cosy corner, we’ve got all the ingredients for every occasion.As you would expect from a restaurant nestled on the coast of Northumberland, we have cast out the net when it comes to freshly caught local seafood. Our emphasis on local produce and ingredients doesn’t stop on the shoreline. Northumberland is blessed with some of the best butchers to be found anywhere in the world, all priding themselves on supplying the highest quality meats from local marts.This is a dining experience not to be missed!

A photo of The Pack Horse Inn restaurant

5. The Pack Horse Inn

4.5

Awesome(148)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Doxford

Booked 3 times today

To keep you on your toes our head chef changes our evening menu regularly depending on what comes in fresh that day. Everything we offer is homemade and we source as much of the produce as we can as locally as possible. We always make sure there is a choice on the menu for Vegetarians, and we ask that when booking you let us know of any dietary requirements so we can tailor that evening’s menu appropriately.

A photo of The Plough, Alnwick restaurant

6. The Plough, Alnwick

2.9

(302)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Newcastle upon Tyne

Welcome to the Plough Alnwick. Enjoy total relaxation in a beautiful coaching inn that has a history dating back to 1896. We've lovingly restored the building to create a modern take on the traditional coaching inn and hunting lodge décor. Enjoy a stay to remember in any of our seven cosy bedrooms, uniquely designed to cater for everything from a romantic getaway to the business traveler. Want to dine? You're more than catered for. Our beautiful restaurant serves fresh food from various Northumberland Estates. Whether you're popping in to experience our menu, enjoying our extensive gin selection or staying the night, you're guaranteed a warm welcome.

7. The Olde Ship Inn

4.2

Awesome(499)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Seahouses

Booked 6 times today

Our nautical-themed pub decorated with fishing and marine artifacts has a beer garden overlooking the Seahouses harbour, a smart dining room where evening meals and Sunday lunches are served, a fascinating bar area where drinks can be enjoyed which exhibits the best of our maritime artefacts and a snug for those wishing to enjoy snacks with their drinks. Located only 15 minutes from neighbouring Bamburgh and Beadnell, this is a great spot for holiday makers and locals alike.

8. Bertram's

4.6

Exceptional(98)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Amble

Booked 4 times today

Our focus is on delivering delicious local Northumbrian produce in a warm and welcoming environment. Our day menu (which operates on a walk-in basis only) is full of local favourites. Whether you are looking for a hearty breakfast, a light lunch or just some delicious coffee and cake we have something for everyone. Transitioning into our evening bistro service from 5.30pm onwards, we present a refined yet flavourful menu. Our chefs select trusted local suppliers renowned for procuring the finest quality ingredients, which they craft into irresistible dishes for your enjoyment. Complemented by an extensive wine selection, our offerings provide the ideal blend for a laid-back evening of exquisite dining.Situated in the heart of Warkworth and only a stone’s through from the village’s historic castle, we are ideally located for people’s exploring Warkworth and beyond.

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Gabrielle
Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Absolutely stunning place with attentive staff and fantastic food. Will definitely return if we’re ever back in the area!
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The Tempus, Charlton Hall EstatePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Alnwick
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4.7
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stephenVIP
London •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Light lunch with a pint and a half of the Pale (presume made by Timothy Taylor?) Crab soup delicious as ever. Kipper very fresh and beautifully cooked and the crab toast with jalapeños was good too.
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Jolly Fisherman at CrasterPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Craster
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4.7
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Alison
Yorkshire •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 Mar 2025
Lovely food, very welcoming and a relaxing atmosphere. Will definitely return when we’re in the area.
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The Pack Horse InnPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Doxford
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4.5
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Nicola
Durham/County Durham •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
Outstanding food and fantastic service. I had the monkfish tail and prawn yellow Thai curry and sticky toffee pudding, both were absolutely delicious. I would definitely go back.
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The Whittling HousePrice: Moderate• British• Alnmouth
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4.6
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Leon
Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 Feb 2025
Proper good food outstanding service highly recommend it
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The Joiners ArmsPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Alnwick
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4.3

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