Frankies Diner in South Tyneside

Been twice lately. Second time to give benefit of doubt. Should've trusted initial judgement. Everything tastes old. Asked for batter with chips. It was dark brown it had been reheated that many times. I suspect as I've gone in at lunch they're just keeping last nights food in and reheating it. It's not called Manky Frankies for nowt

Just what a local chippy should be. Lovely staff, great food, generous portions - took me right back to my childhood. Highly recommended

We noticed this place while in Shields a couple of weeks ago and Monday Entertainment was advertised from 1pm to 3pm. We decided to come through to check it out and were very pleasantly surprised. We all had mince and dumplings which were delicious and home cooked. We had mashed and roast potatoes and a choice of 2 veg. I had turnip and cabbage. Portions were good and the Staff serving were lovely and very friendly. If you bought a main meal you could get a dessert for £1 and I had a sponge with custard, which was lovely. There was a raffle and a game of bingo and 2 sets from a fabulous entertainer, Paul Skerritt. He did a range of songs from Bobby Darrin, Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble, Dean Martin and Jonny Mathis. Plus loads of other classics. He cracked jokes with the audience and we had a great time. The atmosphere was very welcoming and we would love to go back next time we manage to get time off from work on a Monday. They are also having an entertainer this Wednesday. There was also a bar so you can have an alcoholic drink too. I would definitely recommend this diner for great home cooked food, entertainment and fun

This place should be cloesed down,i took my kids here and was disgusted to see one of the waitresses cleaning the toilet then 5min later she was serving food, shocking i asked the owner how this could be and was told if i didnt like the place not to bother coming back horrible place and yes i will not be going back and ill be reporting them!

If visiting South Shields you cannot get a better meal deal than at Frankies !(opposite the museum/old library) also without doubt the best English food take away in south Shields even take away puddings with custard. The staff are outstanding and 100% clean. Beware portions are enormous so my wife and I share a meal deal or make it last over two days if we choose the takeaway. Also free entertainment at times. Brilliant venue.

Visited quite late around 3pm.Staff very friendly, fantastic food and reasonably priced. Will be visiting again on a Monday when they have entertainment on

the food was incredible. everything was homemade. the staff was absolutely lovely. the atmosphere is charming. it was wonderful.

I have visited this diner a few times with friends and it has always been spot on. Visited with my family for breakfast one morning as they were opening. We were greeted and told to go on in :) We ordered breakfasts and they came piping hot and were delicious. The staff are always friendly and I enjoy visiting when I am in the town. Caters for all ages, with high chairs available for small children. Nothing is a bother. Reasonably priced. Will be back!

My daughter and I have followed Frankie's Diner from King Street to their new premises on Ocean Road. It's our Saturday treat after (and sometimes before) shopping, and the food is always beautifully cooked and presented. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff and the atmosphere is friendly. Prices are so reasonable too. Sometimes they're open in the evenings if they have an act performing. From singers to clairvoyants, there's something for everyone. The coffee is to die for - never too strong, and the mince and dumplings are out of this world. Sunday dinners are fab too, with a pudding for just a pound. I must also mention the licensed bar, if you fancy a pint or a nice glass of wine with your scran. You couldn't make a better of choice of venue. We love this place!

The address has changed, it’s now downstairs and about twenty yards away, but this place is great. Mostly home cooked and well priced food with great staff and an understated but cosy venue. Plenty on offer with entertainment evenings and comedy clubs. Kids films shown at Christmas with Santa. I like this place and it’s so accessible with my pram. Great.

Just popped in for a cup of tea and a scone,what a gem,The staff were lovely the scone fresh tea hot,a real nice cafe.There were four singers on this afternoon saw the First Lady singing she was good,going back next Monday for lunch l was impressed .

Excellent value for money good menu food was excellent had the Chicken Curry but was spoilt for choice they didn't skimp on portions. Definitely worth a shout

Used Frankies diner every time we go to South Shields. Excellent food and excellent prices. Lovely friendly staff and £2 per pint !

Frankies has moved from first floor premises, into a ground floor layout a few yards away.

You can get 2 main meals for £10 so we each got mince and dumplings which was served with mashed potato and veg. Food was lovely and staff were very friendly

Excellent home cooked food reasonably priced - offers on with deserts Coffee is much better than local rivals

For quick average food this is the place. Nothing outstanding in quality but the quantity and the price were good.

yet the food is not too bad, but is very poor on presentation, ie gravy trails over the edge of the plate, it never looks well presented, I guess you get what you pay for.

Wonderful cafe diner. Proper Northern fayre, mince and dumplings, homemade plate pie and much more. Friendly staff who actually talk to you. Prices are ridiculously cheap.

My auntie had her 80th birthday here, I'd never been here before but I have to say I was impressed! The staff were lovely, friendly and very helpful. Prices are incredibly cheap - a pint of beer, a large red wine and a Coke was only £5.00!

Visiting with friends what a lovely place food is amazing homely food Friendly staff really nice will definitely be back

Lovely food, friendly staff, had mince and dumplings lovely, filling, hot. Spring veg which was really tasty. Very spacious, great for a pram! Nice to meet friends and have a good chat. Would go back again.

Popped in with my wife and baby granddaughter. Superb atmosphere and decor. Excellent amenities for prams and wheelchairs. We ordered good old mince and dumplings and a beef dinner with all the trimmings. Large portions. Total bill only £11. Excellent value. All food freshly homemade. Would recommend Frankies to anyone.

Steak pie to die for,lovely and filling I have always. Loved this restaurant,love lunch there and always need a lie down after woods.

Now that Frankies are in a new home in King Street they are doing a lot more of that they do best.... Proper dinners and plenty of them. Excellent value, too, with a 2-meals for £10 deal as well as early Specials.

I couldn't down grade my score because the food was lovely. We went in late near closing time but a lovely gentleman who worked there said it was no problem and to come right in we had plenty of time. It was clear they were cleaning up but we had my elderly disabled father in law with us so needed a place to eat. It was clear this one female staff member was annoyed that the gentleman let us in so close to closing time and proceeded to use the f word while continuing to clear away and express her anger at us being there so close to closing. My son also asked me if the lady was ok because she kept swearing. But besides this the other staff were lovely and the food was very pleasing and we would go here again but maybe within plenty of time.

Good tasty food beautifully prepared, a very good choice as well, portions are huge,staff are excellent and the prices are low. What more could you want?