Beehive in North Tyneside

Its a long while since we ate here but thought we would give it a try for lunch. We were allocated a nice table for 2. There are a few little rooms that you can be allocated which makes it feel really cosy We ordered the semolina gnocchi and a fish & chips. Both were delicious. The fish was huge so make sure you have a hearty appetite. There was a good choice for drinks too. Service was goodand we didnt have to wait long for anything. Definitely worth a visit but you may have to book a table in an evening or sunday

Called in for lunch after a recommendation from my son. Opted for the beef and ale pie and I was not disappointed. The slice was thick and full of steak mushrooms and ale gravy. The pastry was nice and thin and cooked to perfection. Came with either chips or mash and a choice of peas, also an extra jug of gravy. I totally demolished the pie and about half of the chips and peas. My partner ate the lot but was so full he didn't want dessert (not like him). 10 /10 for food, service and atmosphere

You won't complain about the portion sizes here! The steak pies are massive and dense. Unable to face a dessert, we were glad we had a hike planned afterwards to walk the pies off! The menu was rather limited. The pub has a pleasant enough ambience but overall the didn't quite match up to its (Guardian recommended) reputation for me.

Lovely food, great atmosphere, one of my favourite "go to" places to meet up with friends for a meal and a natter. There is plenty of parking, the staff are friendly and they are good with intolerances/allergies.

Fantastic food! Dog friendly with snacks & dog bowls everywhere! Staff all happy, friendly and helpful! Good selection of drinks! Areas for dogs in & out! Areas for drinking only & areas for eating & drinking! Would definitely return!!!

Sunday lunch for eight yesterday. So busy as it was lovely weather and it's such a popular choice for a Sunday roast. Delicious food and friendly first class service as always ... Why would you go anywhere else? 👍

The best Sunday lunch I have had for a long time. Potatoes and vegetables were tasty and good portions, the meat (pork and (chicken) was a delight. Service was very good and we we were well looked after, especially our dog who was given a little treat from the staff. Definitely recommend!

Me and my wife called in tonight without a reservation, the staff were amazing and found us a table . The food was also amazing as was the service. We both can’t wait until our next visit and would highly recommend the Beehive to anyone and I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. Thank you for a lovely evening.

Amazing food and service was even better! Staff were attentive and Sam who served us was so attentive and warm natured. She really made an already lovely experience even better!

Went here today as we are up here on holiday and the family came to visit us and went for lunch as heard good things about it and it didn’t disappoint had the steak filly flatbread, oh my gosh it was amazing. Very lovely staff, lovely rustic feel inside amazing all round definitely be back to this gem.

Called in here early Friday evening with our dog and sat outside in the lovely beer garden. The sunshine was lovely as were the cool drinks which were served by a very pleasant and welcoming lady. If you can imagine an old country pub with a lovely beer garden in a perfect setting, then this is it. Really enjoyed it.

Never get tired of frquenting this gem of a pub restaurant. As predictable as the food and drink is; the same cannot be applied to the limit as Shaun, the managers witticism which seems boundless. Good selection of ale, good menu, eating in pub, the shed or outside, in the middle of the countryside. What more can yu want. Oh, and to top it off, he occassionally has an evenings entertainment .

We booked for a family celebration lunch and placed a pre order as requested (for 10 people). The portions were generous and the quality of the food excellent, including presentation. Dietary needs were dealt with efficiently. The service was attentive but unobtrusive, we felt well looked after but not rushed and were able to enjoy a lovely relaxed lunch. Highly recommend.

We had such a lovely experience here. My family were visiting me at university and staying in Whitley Bay, the food was incredible and fresh and can’t be faulted. The brownie for pudding was amazing the best brownie I have ever had. The atmosphere of the pub is so lovely and the waiters and waitresses were amazing and friendly.

Been here on numerous occasions with our dog and not been disappointed. Staff are very friendly and polite. This is a dog friendly pub, they do have a special room for them. Staff are accommodating with dogs. Great atmosphere whether just drinking or eating. Indoor and outdoor seating areas. Good size food portions but you may have to wait a while if the pub is busy.

We booked with some friends for Sunday lunch and we were not disappointed. We all had the beef brisket and we were so pleased with our selection. The quantity was huge and the quality was great. Great Yorkshire puddings and perfect beg on the side. Honestly, haven’t stopped thinking about it since and we’re looking forward to going back. The service was great and the pub remains a lovely, welcoming atmosphere. Marvellous Guinness too, for St Paddy’s Day! ☘️

Love the Beehive. Have been visiting this pub off and on for years. We visited yesterday for Easter Sunday lunch. It was ordered from the menu and I ordered roast beef. Was a little disappointed to see there was no lamb on the menu with it being Easter but after I ordered heard another diner ask the waitress for lamb and was told they had lamb but it wasn’t on the menu and seemed to be a secret. Our waitress didn’t tell us so was a bit annoyed about that. However the food was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed it.

Haven't been here for years but went for Mother's day lunch. A little more expensive than some of the other local places but large portions of very good food more than made up for it. Service was great and we will be back around fathers day, they had no availability for us on the day. Dog friendly area and comfortable relaxed atmosphere.

Beautiful Sunday lunch! Beef brisket that melted in my mouth and the best sticky toffee pudding with caramel sauce. The staff were so friendly and on hand if we needed anything. We’ll definitely be back!

Came here with family for Sunday dinner. Lovely quirky place with lovely staff. Dinners were beautiful & desserts were gorgeous.

Never disappointed when I go to the Beehive for food. Excellent food, great ambience and staff always attentive. Visit with both friends & family.

We were up staying in Whitley bay area and a family friend recommended the Beehive Amazing food, amazing service , set in a wonderful old pub. Faultless food , huge portions and at an excellent price

Booked for a Saturday evening meal with my partner and my Son. The restaurant is warm and welcoming. A friendly atmosphere and great songs playing in the background. We all had three courses, which were very generous portions. My favourite was the Seabass. I tried the steak my partner had and it was cooked to perfection. My Son loved his Thai beef salad. The drinks were served well and descriptions of the dishes offered when we asked. This restaurant knows how to please, staff were attentive and just brilliant at what they do. Book and go, you will not be disappointed. Can't wait to return.

My wife and I had Sunday lunch at The Beehive Inn. Fantastic old building and the food is outstanding. We both had roast dinners and they were cooked to perfection - and the quantity !! Real value for money. Doggy-bags all round !

Always delivers on food and service. A warm welcome always awaits at this cozy gastro pub. We’re there with family and they have a great menu for the children, well priced. As well as the usual fare expected like fish and chips and steak pie you’ll also find food like katsu chicken with sticky rice. Not to mention a fruit crumble with custard 😋 I’d highly recommend The Beehive, can’t wait for the warmer months so we can sit outside!

Excellent attentive staff. Extensive menu lots of choice. Food was top notch. Beer was excellent. The pub has lots of small rooms so it doesn't feel overcrowded. We weren't hurried. Portion size is good. Very fresh food.

We had a family reunion with 14 of us meeting up for lunch. The service and food were excellent. We never felt rushed and the staff were very patient and attentive. We’ll definitely book again!

Nice old pub made up of several small rooms, old fire places, good atmosphere. Friendly, helpful staff. Limited menu but something to suit most tastes. I had the Angus burger and it was superb, my wife had the scampi with the excellent hand cut chips. Suggest you book as is understandably very busy at popular times.

Four of us had Sunday Lunch. The atmosphere is warm and comfortable with very tasteful homely decor. The service is friendly and efficient. The food was first class. In my opinion it is impossible to beat for Sunday lunch in north Tyneside. The portions are...

If you’re after fast food, go elsewhere, if you want fantastic food as fast as they can, book a table, you’ll not be disappointed. The fish and chips are the best in the UK

Our family had arranged for us have meal at a pub we'd last been in nearly 50 years ago. We had mixed reviews about the food. The steak in the pie was dry, pastry like cardboard, mashed potato you couldn't get your fork in but...

Nice venue, nice food, a little bit out of the way for transport etc. I enjoyed everything but though it was all a little expensive.

Despite living 2 minutes away from this well publicised venue we haven’t been very often. Had my sister across from San Fran and decided it would be good to try for an evening meal. Party of 8 accommodated quite easily, good menu with some good...

Some friends and I visited the Beehive with the idea of Sunday Lunch or just a drink if no tables were available. We just managed to get the last available table and were promptly given menus. I opted for the Beef Sunday Roast. The meal...

First time visit and highly impressed with the cosy feel and delicious food. The staff were very helpful, great menu choice too. We will definitely return.

Out for a birthday meal. They fitted us in as we hadn't booked. Lovely flavours, plenty for a meal.

Enjoyed our trip here and will be back. Service was very good and the food enjoyable. Lovely place and long may they continue to do well from it. A great amenity . There is lots of outdoor space too. Small cjhoice of real ale -...

First time visit for Sunday lunch. It was delicious and plentiful. Starter and desserts are also lovely. Last but not least service was out of this world. Thank you Beehive!

Booked an early table and was glad we had, sun was out and very busy. Waited about 45 minutes for food but when it came it was delicious. I had home made Steak Pie, hubby had Steak, and daughter had Thai Beef. Cheese board and...

Popped in for lunch whilst staying over at caravan site behind st Mary’s lighthouse. Quality is exceptional. Lovely spot which came highly recommended. Homemade steak pie divine & husbands burger ‘the best he’s had’ High acclaim indeed.

We live local to The Beehive so we’ve visited on many occasions. I can honestly say that we have never had a bad meal or poor service. Sunday lunch is the best in the area and the steak and ale pie is delicious. As a...

The food was excellent as was the service. Comprehensive menu ranging from snacks to main meals. It was a very busy Saturday lunchtime, we were pleased we’d booked. There’s a good variety of Northumberland ales to choose from as well as the usual drinks. The...

This is our first time here as we were passing through. We arrived around 6.45pm without prior booking and were greeted and seated straight away. It was a Monday evening and we were very surprised how quickly the place filled up. From where we were...

Went last night and had the homemade steak pie. Absolutely delicious with a shortcrust pastry and extra gravy. Chips wonderful too.

Fantastic food, lovely quiet atmosphere and great for bringing your dogs. We had the burger and fish and chips. The fish was huge and very enjoyable. Would recommend the beef sandwich also. Given a 4/5 as now on both occasions the food has taken a...

First time visiting the beehive with my Fianceè and it won’t be our last. The food was amazing!!! We sat outside as the weather was glorious. A must for anyone with kids or dogs, we brought our french bulldog along with us and she loved...

Friends had seen the review of the restaurant in the Guardian so off we went. We travelled from Hampshire & Essex & it certainly was worth the 306 mile drive. Sunday lunch was fantastic. Huge portions and served piping hot. Great staff. Lovely atmosphere and...

What a lovely dog friendly pub with lovely staff and fabulous food. Dog blankets, biscuits and water provided and made very welcome. Food was delicious, freshly cooked, hot and plenty of it. Fish & chips, steak pie and smoked haddock fish cakes all delicious. Definitely...

Visited this week with friends for lunch. A friendly greeting on arrival and then shown to our table. We were served by Leanne who was a delight throughout our stay. Professional, helpful and efficient. Nothing was a bother to her. (Thank you Leanne! You helped...

Visited The Beehive for lunch with a friend. Friendly staff, fabulous food and great atmosphere. Forgot how good this pub is . Couldn’t fault the food or the service. Staff very attentive, without being overbearing. Will definitely return with the family .

Belated Chridtmas gathering with friends. Staff were helpful and friendly. Food, as always, was excellent quality with generous portions. Thank you for looking after us.

We booked a table for 4 people on a Thursday night at 6:15. We received a nice greeting and were shown to our table quickly and drinks order was taken. Drinks arrived quickly and then they took order for our food. Baring in mind it...

We decided to have a festive lunch so as to enjoy a break from cooking, we looked around and saw the offering at the Beehive. As a point of caution i called to book a table which was a good idea as the pub was...

Once again didn’t disappoint. Always friendly and welcoming staff, great food and drinks. Always look for something different to try but always end up at the pie and mash.

A party of 4 plus 2 dogs in this very dog-friendly pub. Impossible to criticise anything apart from somewhat slow food arrival. Giant portions of really good pub food - the steak and ale pie is awesome. I didn't have pudding as I was full...

Christmas dinner was a little underwhelming. The gravy was bland. The pigs in blankets were 1 inch long & I was served only two. I didn’t get any stuffing. The turkey was good, not dry and good quality. The vegetables were al denté, as they...

Visited for the first time this week. It was really, really good. Food was amazing, service spot on, atmosphere great. Will certainly be back. Thankyou. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The food is just quality . Always piping hot on hot plates . Pie always on the menu and it always delivers . Staff are great and service with a smile

From the moment we arrived, this place had a cosy, welcoming feel to it. Christmas decorations were tasteful (wreath on the front door is stunning!) and the fairy lights and little touches added to whole experience. Three of us ordered Sunday lunch and oh my...

We booked our table in advance and got there early. Having been seated we waited 20 minutes for our order to be taken and then 45 minutes for the food to reach us when the restaurant was empty. People who came in after us had...

Lovely pub with character , friendly staff , great food, always busy and can see why now. Great parking off road and a secret garden .

Good food, good beer, great atmosphere to sit, eat and talk. We had 3 Thai crispy beefs, mackerel pate, Eton mess and a brownie...all really good

Hard to fault. Service, food, hygiene, friendliness all excellent. There was no gap between filling and pastry on the steak and ale pie

We happened upon this country pub by chance. We thought it looked nice and returned the next day for lunch. It was busy but we managed to get a table for two. We each had the roast beef ciabatta sandwich with hand cut chips and...

Lovely old traditional pub with well spaced tables. Visited for lunch which is table service with pleasant staff. Scampi was good as was the steak sandwich both served with proper chips which were delicious. Good size portions of everything.

Called in on a rainy midweek lunch time. The place is really nice , cosy country pub style. We had the dog ,so we went in the little room set out for purpose. The staff are friendly, the food is nice ,the atmosphere is really...

Beautiful Sunday lunch! Fresh home cooked food and great service! Highly recommended. It’s not a surprise it was busy but even though they were really busy we didn’t have to wait long for our dinner

Started off going for a quiet stroll along the wagonways from whitley lodge, cut across the field and ended up at the Beehive for a quick drink. Ended up having a full on sunday lunch. Fantastic. Had the duo, with beef and pork for 15quid...

I first came to the beehive many years ago for my first legal pint. We crossed through the fields being chased by a horse. Those were the days! The beehive has been renovated in recent years bringing improvement all round. A really good job has...

Went with my in-laws for an evening meal. Staff and owner are very entertaining. Food and drink are well worth the drive. Enjoyed the beautiful building in which the restaurant is set. Definitely a must if visiting the area.

In Whitley Bay visiting long time friends who brought us to The Beehive. Their web page is spot on!! Great setting, great Secret Garden kids will love and great food. The staff could not have been more helpful nor friendlier!! The chicken, steak and ale...

Ah guys - it's been a while (Covid) but the food and ambience is still as good as ever... Steak pie and burger were fantastic - love that you have to wait a while to have it served fresh Not the cheapest bar but one...

Visited here pre-Covid but ordered the steak and ale pie again. Nothing had changed apart of course from the price. It’s is a very filling and flavourful dish served either with garden or mushy peas and gravy. Was just as good as last time. Restaurant...

An excellent visit to a great pub. As always it was busy but the service, food, and atmosphere were all excellent. Couldn’t fault any part of it and will certainly be back again.

Friends who we were staying with had only just been to this place again recently, and thought we might like it.What an understatement!!.My wife who is Coeliac Had fish and chips without Batter and was mightily Impressed,Myself on a diet Had two Fish Starters and extra Salad.Absolutely divine.Watcing my friend tuck into the monstrous Steak Pie took a bit of doing though and even he had to take a break!.We are looking forward to our next visit with relish.

A gastro pub in the middle of nowhere but definitely well worth the 50 min walk from town. Portions are large: our group had the steak pie, fish and chips and veggie chilli. All cooked to perfection. I’m always hesitant to order a fish supper from a pub because nothing beats a traditional chippy, but the Beehive has changed my outlook. Try and get a table outside.

I've been to the Beehive on numerous occasions and it's always been one of my local favourites, but whilst the service yesterday was good with an okay food delivery time (we were there for opening time, customers just after us were told to expect a 45m wait) and friendly staff, the nut roast wasn't what it used to be and the Yorkshire Puds were dry and brittle. Add onto that the extortionate price of the soft drinks (£4 for a pint of draught soft drink) and I, sadly, will struggle to go back. I'm sure they're trying to recoup some money after the last year, but by doing it this way, they are risking alienating their valuable customer base.

Visited today, table of four and ate in the new “woodshed” blankets provided and heaters, such a fab space. Food was really good, perfect beef and freshly prepared veg. The Honeycomb Elton Mess is to die for! Service is very attentive, we finished our drinks off in the wonderful beer garden on a lovely sunny afternoon. Definitely book as it’s an extremely busy place.

Has to be the pie every time for me. The best for miles around. Tables are well spaced in these uncertain times. Service with a smile.

Visited today for a birthday meal and wasn’t disappointed. The food was fabulous especially the steak pie. My son had the salmon which he said was delicious. The pub itself is a grade 11 listed building in a picturesque setting and the character has been maintained tastefully. The staff are friendly and attentive. Would definitely recommend for food or a quiet civilised drink.

Delicious food (the portions were amazing!) and staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Can highly recommend the fish and chips which was beautiful. Perfect for a family lunch out, will definitely visit again.

After lockdown we decided that we would visit independent businesses whenever possible and avoid chains. We booked for 17:00 on Bank Holiday Monday which maybe wasn't the best time as they seemed to be winding up for the day. Our adult mains were the Beehive burger and Haddock and Chips both of which were really nice. Child mains were the burger, macaroni and cheese and chicken nuggets. Everything is clearly home cooked and everyone enjoyed their meals. Surroundings are nice both inside and out. Service was a bit on the slow side, it was 18:50 when we left and didn't really have time for a desert. Kids meals were a bit pricey at £7.95 for a main and £4.95 for a desert which is more than we tend to pay at other decent quality independent pubs and restaurants. We'd definitely try it again.

Our party of four booked for lunch outdoors. The whole experience was great from start to finish. Really welcoming staff, lovely beer and all four meals were spot on, Can’t wait to go back, great to see a pub doing things right!

Omg, called on the off chance and they had space. We had a sharing platter n by God we were not disappointed. It was amazeballs. The bonus to the visit was that they did de meos ice cream. Reasonably priced as well. Will definitely be back soon. Well done n thank you x

Has to be the pie every time for me. The best for miles around. Tables are well spaced in these uncertain times.

I am a single woman dining alone so already feel self-conscious.I booked ahead and was disappointed to be directed to a table in a small ante-room where a family of 5 were celebrating a birthday.Just the 2 tables; theirs and mine. I felt this was short-sighted and only added to my feeling of being in the way.

We got to the pub and we’re pleased to see plenty of tables available outside. While they have social distancing instructions for ordering food, we were surprised that no contact details were taken, no one came to the table to take orders as per the new regulations and no evidence of table being sprayed after diners had left and before new diners sat down. Some staff had visors but not all. We waited nearly 40 mins for our lunch and with a 3 year old this isn’t easy and while it was tasty, one of the meals had a hair in it. We were reimbursed for that meal as didn’t want to wait for a replacement meal. We had higher expectations

As usual this is the best place to eat north of the tyne . How they constantly have the guest real ale always spot on is a mystery to me . I can honestly say over the last ten years I have never been disappointed with my visit. The staff are great And well trained . The chefs must be hard to keep because they are excellent !

Popped by late afternoon to this lovely country pub. Ample parking, lovely outdoor seating with views in beautiful location. Well organised safety procedures in place. Friendly staff. Thoroughly recommend. Good menu .

I’m not usually fond of pies but this one had been recommended and rightly so. Pastry was light and the filling was substantial with lots of lean beef. Could have done with a slightly more “beery” taste. Vegetables sensibly sized and not overcooked. Portion size very good and as such no room for dessert. Good service and food took just the right amount of time to arrive. Minus point was a pint of Diet Coke at an eye watering £3.50.

Enjoyed a lovely lunch of Steak Sandwich and Pie with Mash between us with a couple of pints of Workie. All well presented and tasty. The Secret Garden is a terrific find and my Grandson ran us ragged between mouthfuls. All seemed Covid compliant and service was good.

The food was gorgeous and the staff were very friendly and helpful! Also lovely to be able to sit outside.

Phoned ahead and booked our table for a Monday lunch at 1.30pm. Outside seating looked busy as the weather was fab, inside was quieter. Our table had been reserved, service and distancing controls were excellent. I had the steak pie and mash which came with tasty gravy and a small selection of vegetables, the wife had a roast beef sandwich served in ciabatta bread and accompanied with gravy, chips and horseradish sauce. The food was absolutely delicious, the service excellent. Already planning another visit with family and friends. Well done to everyone at this amazing Inn

We had an impromptu visit to the beehive for a pub lunch after discovering a public footpath leading to it whilst on a family walk through the waggonways. Upon arriving there are two good outdoor garden spaces and we opted for the secret garden. This allows for plenty of space between diners and so perfect for the COVID safe experience. The staff were courteous and helpful, for instance I couldn’t carry all the drinks so they brought them to the table without prompt. We ordered the burger and fries and the hot beef sandwich and chips. Having seen the potions were generous I opted to share the beef sandwich and chips with my eight year old son, though there was a good child’s menu. The food took 40 mins, but staff had advised of this upon arrival and as it was a nice sunny day we were happy to sit in the garden and soak up the rays. The food was absolutely delicious. My eight year old, who’s a fussy eater declared he was definitely coming back, high praise from him. Some people have given comment on its on the more expensive side but trust me, here you get what you pay for. Would definitely recommend.

Myself and my partner booked a table for the evening over the phone. We arrived to be greeted by a member of staff who gave us a run down of the Covid policy they have in place. We were shown to our table and was told it was table service so we wouldn’t need to get up and go to the bar to order. The tables were separated suitably and a one way system was in place. Hand sanitising stations were available at the door, at the bar and near the tables should you wish to use it.We ordered food. I had the locally sourced large fresh crispy battered haddock and my partner had the sweet potato, chick pea, spinach and coconut curry. When the fish and chips arrived I was pleasantly surprised at the sheer size of the Haddock! It was a nice thick fillet which more than justified the price. My partners curry was delicious and flavourful. The vegetables that came with it were fresh and crisp unlike most places we visit.The portion sizes were perfect and the service was faultless. Although it costs more than your average pub, this was by far more than average!! Highly recommended if you want quality service and outstanding food!

Service outstanding Food so tasty Setting perfect Sean and Joanne despite the social distancing requirements it’s still a first class establishment well done guys xx

Food was great however, slightly overpriced. Very very concerned with the lack of social distancing. We were sat right next to a door therefore people were walking past me less than 1 foot away. I was certainly a lot less than 1 metre away from anyone.. I actually wished we had left at the beginning.No staff wearing masks at all. And all bunched together behind the bar. Also no track and search info taken but we were asked if we were “ok” ... be aware.

We went for an early dinner with young children. The menu was small and not a lot of choice if gluten free, but what we had was very tasty and the children’s portions were generous, my 4 and 2 year old shared one meal. I would return.

Me and my partner visited on 28/2/20 and the food was absolutely delectable! The venue is an amazing country pub and the staff were excellent! Even had the pleasure of being served by a waiter who knew us from when he worked at Mama Rosa's! Would recommend to anyone

Many many times we have driven past this pub wondering what their food is like. This is a serious mistake. The food is AMAZING. I enjoyed the shared platter with a friend . We were not disappointed.