Son of a Gun
A well-regarded restaurant on Beaumont Street in Hamilton, Newcastle, with a 4.4 rating across 667 diners.
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Why it's worth checking out
Son of a Gun is a family-run diner in Hamilton, Newcastle, offering dine-in and takeaway with an all-day menu, dinner, desserts, happy hour and options for children. The website describes its food as drawing on North American flavours, while its broader offering extends from coffee in the morning to cocktails and live music in the evening.
Founded in 2019 by Andrew, who is Canadian, and his partner Mara, the diner was created as a welcoming place for bringing people together. Their five children are part of the family story behind the business, which positions Son of a Gun as a relaxed, inclusive venue with a strong connection to its local community.
The space is intended to suit different kinds of visits: meeting friends, settling in with work or study, enjoying a family meal or finding a comfortable corner for some downtime. Its events programme adds a social element, with listings for Sunday open-mic sessions, music trivia and themed trivia. For a casual Hamilton outing that combines food, drinks and community-focused entertainment, Son of a Gun offers more than a straightforward diner stop.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 05:30 – 00:00
- Tuesday
- 05:30 – 00:00
- WednesdayToday
- 05:30 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 05:30 – 00:00
- Friday
- 05:30 – 00:00
- Saturday
- 05:30 – 00:00
- Sunday
- 05:30 – 00:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 75
- Popularity
- 86
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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