Dobson and Parnell in Newcastle upon Tyne

Food was excellent and staff were very friendly

Outstanding food and amazing service.Ive recommended it to everyone I know.

If I could give 10 stars I would. The food was lovely, and you can tell it was made with care and attention to detail. The serving staff were great and very knowledgeable. The décor was great and the whole vibe of the place was chilled and relxed.Highly recommended.

My Wife and I where here for our 3 years anniversary. IT WAS AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE.We loved the food journey, it was properly explained by the staff (which were super friendlyand the wine pairings.Food was good for the eyes and good for the soul.

Would be 5 stars but at the start of an evening service was informed they had run out of potatoes

An exceptional place with exceptional gourmet food and exceptionally pleasant service. We felt welcome from the moment we entered in and were genuinely cared for throughout our dinner. The 5-piece tasting set - each portion was simply a blessing for the palate. Its great that the chef took care and offered appropriate drink for each serving - all the chefs choices were perfect. Although its not the cheapest place in the city, the quality of food, personnel attention and pleasant aftertaste after all makes it a great place to visit again and again.

Well that was an experience!The food here is absolutely fantastic and the service from Adam was second to none.Really great time and the food is worth every penny. Wine is expensive which is a shame, however plenty of bars in the area.Takes American Express.

I visited during restaurant week and thought that Dobson and Parnells selection was very good. The steak was spot on and we enjoyed a couple of glasses of wine to make an evening of it.

Such good food. Staff were very friendly and overall had a lovely dinner. Just to note, there are some times (Saturday dinner for onewhere you can only get the tasting menu (its definitely worth doing though!The portion sizes could be a little bigger too if youve got a big appetite but it was perfect for us.

Nice atmosphere, and attentive staff, but fairly slow service to receive meals for a large group.

Roast verdict - lamb dinner, meat perfectly portioned and cooked. Very tender with little fat. Vegetables were all tasty and cooked wonderfully. Roasties were amazing and cauli cheese was beautiful aswell. Gravy was a little too runny but tasty nevertheless. Could have done with a little more veg also. Good dinner here I thoroughly enjoyed 9/10Macerated strawberries on a strawberry mousse. - beautiful dessert however wasnt a moussey texture at all. Little bit on small side also.Service and atmosphere was devine so overall rating of a good 9/10@scranbibles instagram

Good food, great atmosphere, brilliant service. Everything was done to perfection. Great wine pairings. Good value as well actually.

Thoroughly enjoyed the meal we had and the service was excellent,I would happily recommend this restaurant for the food and service

Had a great time and loved the food. Price wise, this was a rare treat for us but the general service and atmosphere made it feel totally justified. Super friendly staff. Will be going back for sure in the hopefully not too far future

Really good dining experience which in my opinion is better than another fine dining establishment not to far away.Absolutely brilliant 7 course tasting menu although the second desert was a bit heavy to end on.Will be coming here again 5*

The food was delicious with a vegetarian option of the tasting menu that was just as great as the “normal” one. And the wine match was really worth it. Staff is super friendly and explained the dishes and wine pairing very well. Highly recommended!

Enjoyed the seven course set menu. Things which are great, the staff are very insightful about the food which I would add is excellent. Great choice of wines and recommendations for pairings. Nice little touch at the end with a selection of sweets.

We had an amazing saturday evening here. Tasting menu with wine package - incredibly well put together and tasty. The staff were professional, friendly and knowledgeable about food and drink. Would love to go back but the prices might limit you a bit ;)

Absolutely superb food! Me and my wife have been here twice and both times thoroughly impressed. Staff very courteous and friendly. Could not fault anything.

First time Id tried a tasting menu. Food very good, presented with a little theatre. Nice way to spend an evening to be honest. A little expensive, but thats generally the case with tasting menus.

A true foodie destination, Dobson and Parnell offer a superb dining experience. Expertly crafted courses with perfectly selected wine accompaniments, interrupted only by delightful amuse-bouche delivered by smooth but prompt staff who are friendly, knowledgeable and confident. An all-round perfect dining experience.

Taster menu with wine pairing was a feast for the senses. Attentive service and perfectly paced dishes of exceptional quality and flavours. We will remember and savour our visit for a long time to come.

Enjoyable restaurant experience. Restaurant week menu for lunch. Friendly welcome, tables nicely presented laid with linen napkins, nice bread with herb butter and water. Well seasoned tasty food nicely presented. Portions on the lean side. The rhubarb sorbet topping the delicious rhubarb sweet was exceptional. Cost of extra vegetable options look a bit top heavy. The scratchy sounds frim the wall speakers needs sorting. Overall an enjoyable experience and I will be back for more.

We had the 5 course tasting menu with wine. The quality and taste was superb however the portions were tiny and we left hungry after spending £200+. I also dont think rice pudding is a dessert youd expect to find or want to have at this kind of restaurant. The wine pairings were also lacking for me especially the white wines with the Lebanese white being more like strong water than wine. I always worry about tasting menus leaving me hungry and wanting more. It seldom happens in London restaurants but it happened this time. People seem to be totally impressed with this place but we left underwhelmed.

Loved my evening here. The service was superb and the food was among the best I’ve tasted.We tried the tasting menu which absolutely did not disappoint. Every course hit the spot for me bar 1 which was the fiancé’s fave (so absolutely this was down to personal taste).Tasting menu didn’t often feel like it was ‘trying’ to be clever.Not sure I can find the words to do the experience justice. But will try!Tasting menu felt like it had structure. Starting with an enticing cheese and pickle doughnut which was superb and then moving through a fish course which was light and well balanced and on to what felt like the main event in the beef with artichoke purée. For me the beef and artichoke was sublime.Dessert came in the form of a choux bun which was thoroughly enjoyable. The last dish - rice pudding with cherry refreshed the palette and felt like it closed the meal perfectly.Also, the sourdough was excellent. Light and fluffy inside with, for me, the perfect chewy/crispy crust. I have a lot of respect for whoever baked that.Champagne Mojito also worth a mention. Loved this cocktail. Would definitely recommend.I only hope that everyone finds the right restaurant/experience for them.First time here but I feel like we picked the right night. Hope to try again sometime soon but may avoid the full tasting menu. As lovely as it was I feel like I could explode. 😬

Nothing to dislike about this restaurant just off Newcastle quayside.Attentive staff, beautifully presented food. Good classic cocktails with a twist. This place doesnt break the bank, but is worth every penny.

Not just a meal but an experience!I was took by my wife as a suprise for my Birthday and certainly was an evening Id never forget. We had the 7 course taster menu and every course was amazing!!!! The Chefs detail in the presentation and flavours where devine. The only thing better then the food was the staff. There interaction with you was perfect, all where extremley knowledgable and warm to you. The ambience of the restaurant is fantastic.Thank you so much for the perfect evening.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐➕

Incredible restaurant! Food was fabulous (we had the tasting menu and wine pairingwine was lovely and indeed perfectly paired. Service impeccable, special shout out to Adam, who was just amazing and lovely. 100% going back!

Fabulous food, so so delicious and was absolutely phenomenal value for money. Drinks were superb and the staff were lovely, so friendly and professional. I really had a fantastic dinner and evening here. Will come back for definite when Im next in Newcastle!!

We had the 7 course testing menu paired with wines which was excellent. The pairing of food and wine was perfect as well as the incredible knowledge and professionalism of Ola who served us. I would definitely recommend it!

21 Queen Street in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is an address with a foodie provenance. It was here that Newcastle’s version of Rick Stein had his original restaurant (it’s since moved to another locationbefore he took over a myriad of other eating locations in the city.These days, its home to Dobson & Parnell and I ate there just before Christmas with family members. I’d looked at the menu on-line before making a final decision about where to eat and, frankly, I wasn’t overly impressed. Its seemed to be offering bog-standard bistro type food and didn’t particularly excite me. The reality was somewhat different.After a drink, in a nearby bar, we arrived to a very warn welcome and were shown to a table at the back of the dining room. It being the season of office parties, there were Christmas crackers on the table – not a good thing! The restaurant though at that stage was quiet and there was only one table which was obviously an office group out for their Christmas shindig. Although they got a bit noisy they soon moved on to a more lively venue.My starter was black pudding with pickled mushrooms and a poached egg. Tasty enough, it was nothing special. I’d chosen duck breast for my main course and having ordered it ‘pink’, I was, to be honest, expecting something overcooked and grey to arrive. I didn’t take any pictures, apart from the starter, because I didn’t intend to write about this place as my expectations were low. I don’t remember how the duck was served either but do remember than it was perfectly cooked and full of flavour – exceptionally so. And then the moment when I felt a tiny piece of shot in my mouth! This wasn’t intensively farmed duck, it was wild duck shot on the wing by someone with a gun. Wonderful! I felt as though I’d won the lottery. I’ve racked my brain and I’m certain that the menu didn’t say ‘wild duck’. I wonder why not. It makes all the difference in the world to the taste and the texture. It was delicious.The other great thing about this restaurant was the guy who welcomed us and looked after us throughout the meal. We interrogated him without mercy about his life, work, education and his interest in shooting ducks in Yorkshire and he kept us entertained and looked after us very well. His name is Charles.If you’re in Newcastle go to this place and don’t be put of by the ‘normal’ of the menu. They obviously know what makes a great product and, unusually for these days they don’t oversell it. In fact understated seems to be the hallmark of Dobson & Parnell. If you end up being served by Charles, you will be very fortunate indeed!

What can I say except amazing the food was stunning the staff lovely ,the chefs cook amazing food thank you for making our anniversary fabulous we will go back 100% recommend

Was here for a birthday dinner, had the seven course tasting menu with wine pairings for a bit of a luxury. The food was incredible and the pairings were perfect. Enjoyed getting an explanation of the dishes and their pairings. Great service, lovely setting, couldnt fault it.

First class experience, food and staff. Leiwy was exceptional. Everything was faultless, clean and thought out, certainly worth visiting.

What a find.Stunning inside and out. One of the few places that you can actually hear the other person at the table, background music as it should be BACKGROUND.Really helpful staff, the food was outstanding gorgeous. Fabulous tasting menu, add the pairing wine.You cant go wrong. Best dining experience in a long time.Will definitely be going back.

What an exceptional evening!!!! We had the 7 course tasting menu (with cheeseand matched drinks. Our server Angela was outstanding, sharing her knowledge of the wine and drink selection in such a genuine way, nothing pretentious almost as if she was sharing her views and chatting with friends. Food was great,, the white chocolate and marshmallow dessert blew my mind, was it the tarragon or the Yuzu that made it. I dont know only chef can answer that question. Thanks for a great evening Dobson and Parnell.

Went here for a birthday meal, its posh for sure, swanky some might say. Service from staff high quality and food also very good, I mean I rarely order chicken in a restaurant, I mean its just chicken how good can it actually get, very good is the answer. Unfortunately you will pay for this fine dining experience but thats fine, a welcomed treat, nice to see how the other half live, lol. Would I go again, sure if someone else was paying.

I think its a local take on the fine dining but unfortunately I nothing was really good. Best of all was dessert but I usually dont eat desserts so its says a lot. lamb was chewy and too cold for my taste. some of the staff was super friendly and professional and some not. I dont think I would go back.

Good food in a pleasant restaurant environment. We had the 7 course tasting menu which was very good, albeit the first course was a little underwhelming (sweetcorn). The following six, however, did make up for it. Id happily recommend and we will certainly be returning again.

The wife and I booked a table for Sunday dinner (not sure if bookings are required, didnt seem busy on our visit). Seated straight away, lovely restaurant and staff were very professional and welcoming. I went for chicken the wife beef, both meals came out with not much wait. Food was delicious, maybe could of done with a bit more chicken but no complaints. Finished off with a bit. Of sticky toffee pudding which was glorious! Would definitely return.Returned following lockdown, holy moly what an amazing Sunday dinner. The creamy cabbage was out of this world I could of just had a plate of that on its own! For a Sunday dinner it was so lite but filling with out feeling bloated so I had plenty of room to get that sticky toffee pudding down , again.

This is an amazing restaurant and deserved each and every one of its five stars and here’s why;We first arrived at the restraint and was greeted by a very friendly and welcoming member of staff, when we arrived they were setting out table so we waited at the bar. Here I ordered an espresso martini. But by the time they had made the martini the table was already ready so we were asked if we wanted to be seated or remain in the bar. We chose to be seated and the server offered to carry our drinks for us which was helpful. Once seated in this gorgeous and comfy booth we were handed our menu with a wide selection of delicious sounding meals. I ordered the Mushroom ravioli for starter followed by a halibut dish which was served with fresh black truffle. This is where I ordered another drink - a mojito (which was lovely might I add- which was brought to me swiftly. Before we were brought our starter we were each served a cod liver cream thing which name I have forgotten and I think it was served as a palette cleanser, it was delicious. After enjoying this pre-starter we were then brought the starter we ordered which was absolutely lovely. After this our main followed which was again absolutely amazing, the food served here has been some of the best I’ve had in a long time. The menus were handed out again and we ordered our desserts. I ordered a selection of ice cream and some petit fours. Before the dessert came we were brought a predessert which was a caramel chocolate mousse which was again delicious. The ice cream followed which was lovely and creamy and full of flavour. The petit fours were served in a wooden box that had a look of a cigar humidor and was served on a bed of cacao nibs. The petit fours were a lovely end to a lovely meal. All of this also came at a respectable price, being under £250 for 4 people. We tipped very graciously and were given our coats. Let me just say I was definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone and it’s definitely the best restaurant I’ve been to so far in Newcastle. I plan on going again.

Fantastic food, fantastic service, fantastic atmosphere. Amazing birthday lunch from my family.

We went here for restaurant week and will definitely be going back! Everything on the plate has been well thought out and balanced and the ingredients themselves are amazing. The selection of gin and tonics is great as well as the wine

Not surprised knowing that they got a Michelin guide reward. In affordable price, they offer excellent food, service, and selection of wine. Casual and made me get really comfortable while feeling like I was in a 5 stars hotel at the same time.

Staff is amazing! Went for my boyfriends birthday and really enjoyed our time there. We werent amazed by the starters, mine was quite salty. We both had the bass for main and that was great, but still salty. The dessert was the best part! I had the blackberry mille feuille and it was very nice! Overall, would go back but I dont think its better than places like Peace and loaf in Jesmond.

Superb food. Beautiful premises. Friendly staff and good value.

A fine dining restaurant with a varied evening dinner menu. Food was good, but some dishes were a bit too salty. Decor was trendy. Our waiter was very knowledgeable about wine and chose two excellent white wines for us to enjoy with the meal. Overall it was nice, but didnt knock our socks off.

Had a fabulous meal here. The steak was absolutely delicious - possibly the best I have ever had! Excellent service and value

Had a really nice meal here. The setting is lovely, staff were friendly and attentive, drinks were tasty. The steak was average at best, which was unfortunate, but it didnt detract from the evening and Mrs Fs salmon was cooked perfectly. Had a really nice visit and well be coming back

Went here for restaurant week after Blackfriers said they were full but that there was a newly opened sister restaurant. Im so pleased we we ended up here, it didnt disappoint. Fantastic welcoming staff, great surroundings and an excellent menu. We had duck starter, Black cod main and bread pudding desert. The bread pudding is impossible to describe and do justice but definitely one of the best deserts Ive had. New favourite restaurant?...quite possibly!