Bistro Penny
A well-regarded bistro in central Newcastle, rated 4.8 across more than 250 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Bistro Penny sits on Bolton Street in central Newcastle, in the heart of the city near the harbour. A well-regarded bistro, it's earned a strong reputation for its accomplished, flavour-packed cooking — a clear sign of a place delivering both genuinely good food and a great experience in a convenient central location.
The appeal is that combination of skilled bistro cooking, a considered drinks offering and a relaxed yet polished setting in central Newcastle, ideal for a special dinner, a relaxed evening or a night out. Building a strong following speaks to a kitchen doing things properly, and Bistro Penny has clearly become a genuine favourite among Newcastle diners.
With a 4.8 rating from more than 250 reviews, it's clearly delighting its diners. Menus, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and a popular bistro fills up on weekends, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you go — particularly if you're dining with a group, after a table at a peak time, or planning a special night out in Newcastle.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 89
- Popularity
- 73
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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