By Ania Askwith
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Hinnies Restaurant, 10 East Parade, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear NE26 1AP, United Kingdom
Best for: Cosy dining, seasonal menus, date nights, special occasions, comfort food, Whitley Bay dining, Whitley Bay seaside restaurants
Our experience at Hinnies
What an incredible evening at Hinnies! If you love a cosy spot that serves delicious, Geordie food – this place should be on your list to try!
We went along on a Friday night to try their seasonal set menu and it’s such good value!
They’re currently offering:
- 2 courses £21 / 3 courses £26 at lunch
- 2 courses £26 / 3 courses £31 at dinner
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Seasonal set menu highlights
We went for the 3 courses and had:
Crispy North Sea squid with risotto, Manchego & lime
It was perfectly cooked, creamy and really umami. My kind of happy food!
Whipped goats’ cheese with candied walnuts, roast beetroot & honey dressing
Light but super flavoursome. The sweetness from the honey and beetroot against the tangy goats’ cheese was amazing! And the candied walnuts were unreal.
Pan-roasted chicken breast with potato gratin, sprout tops, leeks & truffled jus
The chicken was beautifully tender, the gratin super indulgent, and the truffled jus – oh. my. daysssss!! Real winter comfort food but still elegant. Absolutely 10/10.
Whole grilled sole with new potatoes, shrimp butter & samphire
It was fresh, delicate and buttery in the best way. The shrimp butter was beautiful. Rich but not overpowering.
Parmesan truffled chips
Because obviously if they’re on the menu I am ordering them 😁. Bit be warned – they’re very hard to stop eating!
Crème caramel with poached rhubarb, stem ginger & almond biscotti
Silky, not overly sweet, just delicious.
English cheeses board
Artisan biscuits, chutney, grapes. If you’re more of a savoury-after-dinner person (like me) this is a perfect end to an evening! It’s a £3 supplement but a great portion – you could easily share it (although I didn’t).
Why you should visit Hinnies
The food was stunning, but I also loved how warm and relaxed the place felt. A little special but not at all pretentious – perfect for a special occasion or just a relaxed date night. Just gorgeous.
Location
You’ll find Hinnies Restaurant at 10 East Parade, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear NE26 1AP, United Kingdom.
Tips for visiting Hinnies
- Book ahead: Popular for lunch and dinner, so reservations are recommended.
- Try the full set menu: It’s excellent value and a great way to sample multiple dishes.
- Perfect for cosy nights: Ideal for dates, special occasions, or relaxed meals with friends.
- Check seasonal specials: Menu items change, so it’s worth seeing what’s new when you visit.
Link
For updates, special offers, upcoming events, and a peek behind the scenes follow them on their socials here.
Reviews
For reviews, ratings, real customer experiences, and to see what people are saying – check out their Tripadvisor reviews here.
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