We're been voted best sunday roast! Mon 13th Aug We're thrilled to have made it onto the Daily Mail's best British Sunday roast list and to be only one of three restaurants in Newcastle! It states: Blackfriars claims to have the UK’... Read More
Fundraising announced to provide cooking classes for people living with cancer Mon 2nd Jul We're delighted to announce our partnership with Life Kitchen, a charitable initiative that offers free cookery classes across the UK for people living with cancer. We'll be wor... Read More
Great Exhibition of the North Inspired by Menu Mon 18th Jun We're delighted to be taking part in the Great Exhibition of the North 'Inspired by' programme with a menu celebrating North East food at its best. The Great Exhibition of the North is ... Read More
KIDS EAT FREE THIS HALF TERM Fri 25th May Bring your little ones for a delicious lunch at Blackfriars this half term and they'll receive a complimentary main course! Our new Little Monks menu has some scrummy dishes in... Read More
We're causing a stir! Wed 18th Apr We’ve exchanged plastic straws for environmentally-friendly biodegradable ones to support a growing campaign calling on the UK government to crack down on the usage of plastic drinking straws. ... Read More
New Little Monk's Menu Tue 20th Mar Our new Blackfriars kid's menu is available now! The brand new 'Little Monk's Menu' features a range of delicious dishes that are perfect for younger customers dining with us. The m... Read More
Introducing the Parlour Plank! Wed 7th Mar Fancy a quick bite to eat in the oldest bar in Newcastle? Well, now you can, thanks to our new 'Parlour Plank' consisting of slow-cooked ham, charcuterie, cheese, pickles and freshl... Read More
March Events Mon 5th Mar We've got a busy month of events here at Blackfriars! As always, we have a whole range of events going on in our Cookery School, Tasting Room and Banquet Hall. From our weekly Cooker... Read More