Diamond Pats - Menu

We arrived at this restaurant after a rainy visit to the morning with Canadian visitors. We came in here to escape the rain and desperately search for a drink,... read more We arrived at this restaurant after a rainy visit to the morning with Canadian visitors. We came in here to escape the rain and desperately search for a drink, as the doors had just opened. We were the first customers. There was a strong smell from the kitchen, but I suppose most pubs have that smell before they get busy. We went ahead and ordered as other customers began to arrive. The food was well presented, with all 5 meals served together and hot. We had a selection of bratwurst, American chicken burgers, steak sandwiches, and a kids' burger. All of the portions were huge, delicious, and very affordable. The only thing I would suggest improving is the bathrooms, they could use a bit of refurbishing. Our visit was quiet during the week, but it seemed like things could get a bit wild on the weekends. The staff was very friendly and helpful when we asked for the menu.

A few friends and I were in the city and decided to find a place for an early dinner. We stumbled upon this restaurant with a solid menu and decided to give it... read more A few friends and I were in the city and decided to find a place for an early dinner. We stumbled upon this restaurant with a solid menu and decided to give it a try. We were pleasantly surprised. The restaurant had a cozy pub-like atmosphere that seemed to get very busy in the evenings with locals enjoying a pint and a game of darts. We were seated by the window facing the street, which was fine with us. The service was friendly and efficient, despite us not being locals. The menu had a good variety of items, including vegetarian options. I must say, the fish and chips were the best I've had in Newcastle, even compared to fancier restaurants I've tried. The service remained consistently great throughout our meal. This place is truly a hidden gem.