Hinnies Newcastle: Seasonal menu, cosy vibes and Geordie comfort food

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

Exterior of Hinnies restaurant on East Parade in Whitley Bay near the seafront

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

Interior dining table set with wall decor inside Hinnies restaurant in Whitley Bay — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

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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!

Crispy North Sea squid with creamy risotto, Manchego cheese and lime at Hinnies restaurant Whitley Bay — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

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.

Seasonal starters including crispy North Sea squid with risotto and whipped goats’ cheese with beetroot at Hinnies Whitley Bay — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

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.

Pan roasted chicken breast with potato gratin, sprout tops, leeks and truffled jus at Hinnies restaurant — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

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.

Whole grilled sole with new potatoes, shrimp butter and samphire at Hinnies Whitley Bay — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

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!

Pan roasted chicken breast with potato gratin and parmesan truffle fries at Hinnies Whitley Bay — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

Crème caramel with poached rhubarb, stem ginger & almond biscotti
Silky, not overly sweet, just delicious.

Crème caramel with poached rhubarb, stem ginger and almond biscotti at Hinnies Whitley Bay — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

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).

Crème caramel with poached rhubarb and English cheese board desserts at Hinnies Whitley Bay — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

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.

Close up of dining table with Hinnies restaurant menu in Whitley Bay — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

Location

You’ll find Hinnies Restaurant at 10 East Parade, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear NE26 1AP, United Kingdom.

Hinnies

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.

Stout and red wine drinks on a table at Hinnies restaurant Whitley Bay — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

Link

For updates, special offers, upcoming events, and a peek behind the scenes follow them on their socials here.

Cosy interior dining room at Hinnies restaurant in Whitley Bay near the seafront — Hinnies Restaurant, Whitley Bay

Reviews

For reviews, ratings, real customer experiences, and to see what people are saying – check out their Tripadvisor reviews here.

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