Best Casual Restaurants in Sunderland

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1. 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.

2. 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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3. Marcellos Ristorante

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3.0

Good(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Durham

Welcome to MarcellosMarcellos Restaurant serves a wide range of authentic Italian dishes with a contemporary flair, with many awards and nominations over the last 20 years, showcases the gastronomic heritage of Italy with critically acclaimed pizza, pasta and meat or fish dishes. We offer a relaxed dining experience at our restaurant, situated in the heart of Sunderland. Expect at Marcellos Restaurant delicious food, excellent wine, and a relaxing atmosphere. Marcello’s team are always on hand to give a taste of little Italy to make your dining experience one that you will be sharing with your friends, keeping you returning time and time again. From romantic meals to family outings, working lunches or big parties, Marcellos offers something for everyone.Buon Appetito!

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4. Chesters Sunderland

4.8

Exceptional(7)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Sunderland

Welcome to the Chesters in Sunderland.We are now re-open following a huge refurbishment!We look forward to welcoming you back into our pub.

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5. House of Zen Seaburn

4.2

Awesome(334)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Sunderland

Located in Seaburn, Sunderland's lovely seaside resort, House of Zen Seaburn Restaurant and Bar88 offers something refreshingly different. Whether sitting enjoying the sunshine on our balcony or through our large windows, viewing the crowds on the beach through the spring & summer or watching a storm tossed sea from the warm comfort of the panoramic view is always interesting, and our award winning food, cocktails and range of Asian beers are available all day every day.

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6. Grey Horse East Boldon

4.8

Exceptional(7)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

A quaint and welcoming village pub, serving good food until 9pm Monday - Saturday and 4:30pm Sundays.The Grey Horse is a friendly venue offering delicious food, great drinks and unforgettable experiences. Come and visit us for any occasion including lunch/dinner visits, Birthdays and all other special occasions.

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7. Bluebell Fulwell Sunderland

4.5

Awesome(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Sunderland

The Blue Bell is a traditional local pub in the heart of Fulwell, famous for great value food, drink and sports offering. We cater for every occasion, with our quality range of ales, gins and Sunday carvery making us a firm favourite with customers. With a function room for private parties and a car park on site, we are the perfect place to celebrate every occasion!

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8. Board Inn Sunderland

5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Sunderland

Booked 1 time today

Quality in the Heart of Herrington.The Board Inn is a community pub accommodating all age groups, with a traditional bar and lounge, real ales, Monday night Karaoke, SKY Sports and BT Sports, pool, darts and domino handicaps. We have at all here, why go somewhere else? There's something for everyone, including live entertainment, Quizzes, domino handicaps and of course the brilliant staff.Food is served all day until 8:15pm, with a variety of great offers available! So visit The Board Inn today and make us the place you want to be.

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9. The French Quarter

4.8

Exceptional(2550)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 27 times today

The French Quarter is a relaxed neighbourhood restaurant & wine Bar in a community of unique and quirky businesses in Newcastle city Centre. We are a friendly and approachable team of people, with a passion for the good things in life. Born from nostalgia for a traditional style of commerce and a desire to challenge perceptions that French dining is formal or fussy, we work with independent suppliers to offer a regularly changing wine list & tapas style menu. We have created a casual and sociable environment where customers are invited to experience our food, try our wines, shop from our deli and share our love of all things French!

10. St Vincent

4.8

Exceptional(862)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 21 times today

Part wine bar, part restaurant, a city centre venue with a city centre buzz. St. Vincent is an after-work drinks spot, supper-with-friends place and general 'snack-with-a-glass-or-two' hang out with a big-hearted 'everybody welcome' attitude. Inspired by the neighbourhood bars we've found on our travels through France and Italy, we offer interesting wines, charcuterie and crowd pleasing plates full of punchy flavours. We're a place where an hour spins into several without anyone noticing. Open evenings Tuesday to Friday, all day Saturday and close late. Enough said. Come and find out.

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Tom
Durham/County Durham •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great service and good surroundings. Not a big choice on the menu, but food was done lovely. My husband had the Duck Shepherds Pie., and I had the Chicken Escalope. It was all beautifully cooked although a little expensive for the amount. We would return again in the future. The young servers were very pleasant and helpful.
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The Engine RoomPrice: Moderate• British• Sunderland
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4.5
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Dominic
Newcastle and Northumberland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
First class every time we have been. Definitely our go to place. I would thoroughly recommend it.
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Vito's OsteriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sunderland
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4.9
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RossB
Newcastle and Northumberland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 30, 2023
Great service and food is always of a high standard.
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House of Zen SeaburnPrice: Moderate• Asian• Sunderland
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4.2
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MattB
Newcastle and Northumberland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 20, 2023
Great service from Alex and Mick, breakfast was spot on and all for a decent price
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Chesters SunderlandPrice: Moderate• British• Sunderland
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4.8

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