Lovage Jesmond in Newcastle upon Tyne

Incredible food and a lovely place to spend an hour or so. Lisa (owner) came over at the end and was absolutely lovely. 100% recommend.

Well what an amazing meal. Great professional and friendly service And don't forget outrageously tasty cocktails Definitely recommend

We opted for the 3 course set lunch. Good food, fab service, great decor and excellent value. What’s not to like

I had to think hard before writing this review as I am aware this is a small business, but after discussing with the rest of the party it was decided to provide feedback. So this restaurant seems to predominantly get very good reviews. We visited Saturday night to celebrate a birthday. There were four of us and we ordered two starters, four mains and three starters. We are not drinkers so had a couple of cokes, water and one beer. I liked the decor, it’s quite understated and Stylish. Service was mostly good, staff were friendly and attentive without being overbearing, which I prefer, I will talk about one area where I felt service could have been improved. In terms of food definitely a mixed bag. Starters - Burrata was nice and a decent sized portion, scallops were tasty and presented on a plate of pebbles and shells, so nice presentation, however a very small portion, only two. Mains, halibut was lovely, very white and fresh, with a tasty chowder although I feel sides at no additional cost to such an expensive dish would have been more appropriate, but this was a nice dish; the octopus was OK, we ordered two pappardelle, this was very poor. Both plates looked very different, mine was swimming in water while my daughter in laws was not. I called the lady who was serving us over, she said this was the sauce, however it did look and taste pasta had not been drained properly, so either my daughter in law was missing her “sauce” or this was residual water. The pasta was also overcooked and slimy and while the dish was bland it had an acrid aftertaste. For dessert I had the pistachio tiramisu was nice, the Eaton was ok but very small and lacked content, my son had a chocolate/caramel dessert with blood orange sorbet- this tasted like a strange combination, could not taste the chocolate, it resembled burnt toffee shards, over a scoop of sorbet. This was an expensive meal to which 12.5% service charge was added. This would have been more acceptable if the meal had been as exceptional as we were expecting, sorry, So should I press nice fish dish but the rest of the food ranged from ok to terrible.

We went here for our anniversary. The presentation was lovely but the food itself was very ordinary. The rack of lamb was tough. The cost was eye watering and not worth it. Will not return again.

The food was very good, as was the service. The atmosphere was also nice. Vegetarian options are available.

We had a fantastic lunch there recently and sat outside on a sunny day. Really enjoyed their pistachio tiramisu from the set lunch. Portions generous. Service great. Only thing was we found it a little slow between courses but probably just us being hurried diners! They were very obliging when we explained we had somewhere to get to.

Lovely ambience and service. We liked one of the two starters we ordered. But were disappointed with main course. The sea bass dish was bland. My partner ordered lamb which was not cooked well and lacked seasoning. At this price there are better options in Newcastle.

We were looking for something a little different for a birthday treat and found it. Delicious food and lovely friendly staff combined to make a really nice dining experience.

Visited Lovage on Saturday 27/7/24 as a gift from our family. Had the three course special wow food amazing service excellent would definitely recommend . Thank you for a lovely experience will definitely revisit

Wow, what a delight to dine here. I have never given top marks to any restaurant but I had to this time.

From start to finish the service and the attention to detail was 5* The food was out of this world. Every dish was beautiful to the eye and to taste. The cocktails were also amazing. Would highly recommend visiting this gorgeous restaurant.

Lovely restaurant, amazing food, delicious cocktails and very attentive staff. Myself, husband and another couple went for the evening and we had the best night. Would highly recommend and we will 100% go again.

Three of us had a very good lunch at Lovage. We all had the set lunch menu at £30 pp for three courses and enjoyed the food very much along with a couple of bottles of wine and coffees. The only thing that detracted and the reason I only gave four stars for atmosphere was how noisy the restaurant was due to a very large group of male diners at a table near us. We had to shout to make conversation but once the group left things improved. The service was not the most welcoming - I booked online for 1.00 but they said it was for 12.00 but they had a few free tables anyway - it felt like the visit didn't get off to a good start.The service was prompt between courses but just not exactly warm and inviting. The interior is very simple and modern.The standard of food was very good and will definitely go back ( hopefully less noise the next time).

Had a fabulous meal for five of us here last night. Difficult to say what was best as it was all so good. The steak tartare was light and flavoursome, the scallops were cooked to perfection and presented amazingly, the duck was a huge hit and the desserts were perfect. The service was spot on, and a lovely ambiance. Wonderful

This is one of the best restaurants in Newcastle! Sunday roast outstanding! I have no words to describe how great food Kleo and his team creates for his guests. Great wine list😉🍷 lovely service and atmosphere 🥰prices adequate to the quality of the food served. Definitely worth it to visit. I’ve visited lovage few times, never been disappointed.

Delicious food and lovely service!

Sunday roast awful. Very small and beef very tough and fatty. Not enough veg or gravy. Service was minimal. Won't be going back. Prices extortionate

Only positive things to say from this dinner. The Chardonnay by the glass was delicious, which we had alongside the padron peppers and garlic aioli. We shared the scallops, perfectly cooked and the sauce was great. Highly recommend the cauliflower, it had the perfect amount of cheese and well seasoned. The duck was beautiful and the turbot was good also. Being gluten intolerant, the staff were extremely helpful in adjusting the menu to meet our requirements. It makes sense that they’re on the Michelin guide!! Portions aren’t huge but I was full at the end anyways.

Visited this beautiful restaurant for the first time last night and had a fantastic meal. The service was absolutely excellent too. The menu offers an amazing selection of locally sourced produce, cooked to perfection! Thoroughly recommend the lobster starter and the venison main course! Every detail about the presentation was superb and meticulously constructed. There was an excellent wine list to choose from, with a good selection of wines served by the glass as well which makes a change from only offering ‘house wine’! The ambience in the restaurant was warm and inviting but with a modern contemporary decor. A wonderful evening - we will be back!

Wonderful neighbourhood restaurant. First visit and will definitely be back. Lovely ambience, fantastic service, good wine list, and food was superb. ⭐️

We were on the waitlist and got our booking accepted last minute, so I guess that’s why we were seated at a table that was very close to the kitchen, right next to the stairs leading down to the toilets. We could see and hear the staff washing dishes throughout our entire dinner, which was very distracting and off-putting. I wish they hadn’t accepted our booking, and we could have gone there another time, sitting at a proper table—especially because it was my birthday. It was a Friday night, so I can understand it was busy, but we had higher expectations. Considering the service we received, it was definitely overpriced. The pistachio tiramisu was really good. We found some of the ingredients too salty, like the yogurt that came with the fritters. I’d love to give this place a second chance, but probably on a weekday when it’s less busy…

Beautifully cooked dishes and most impressed by the pistachio tiramisu. Attentative staff is a bonus too!

I can't speak highly enough about this place! I went on my birthday and they even surprised me with a birthday candle on my dessert. So service was exceptional just for that but everyone was very friendly and willing to help throughout the night. The food was divine! I had the duck as a main and the chocolate dessert and both were mouth watering! Highly recommended!

What an amazing restaurant! We visited for an early valentine's meal on a Saturday evening and were greeted by fantastic staff and even better food. The scallops & pig cheek combined with pardon peppers was a great starter, followed by John Dory fish and iberico pork for mains. All absolutely beautiful, some of the best food I've ever had. The highlight for me was the dark chocolate delice for dessert. We'll definitely be back!

What a lovely place to have a date night with your hubby from opening the door the staff were very attentive and welcoming x menu was fab any questions the staff were happy to help loved the ambience the decor was fresh and clean looking

Incredible dining experience. Beautiful food. Duck confit with polenta was amazing. Excellent service. Would love to return.

charming local baestro charing london prices for good food. cosy and friendly the sunday lunch was good and evening meals enjoyable. roast beef was good bit a little tough/ thickly carved and it’s a shame there isn’t a fillet steak on the menu.. having said that i hate to think what they would charge.

It really was Lovage at first sight. I have wanted to visit Lovage since hearing about it a year ago and I am already dreaming about a return visit. It was the perfect location for a catch up with friends. The restaurant feels so lovely and welcoming and you instantly feel at home. We had amazing service from really knowledgeable people - a perfect balance of professionalism and passion. They helped guide our menu choices for food and drink, which we definitely needed as the menu covers everything you could want with so much choice. Our group chose oysters to start and although they aren’t my thing, one of our party is a big fan and said they were fantastic. We also had focaccia which was one of the best I’ve had, paired with Albanian olive oil hand pressed by the owners. If this isn’t a sign of a labour of love, I don’t know what is! We then had burrata, crab and tuna tartar to start. We chose sirloin steak and venison for main and both were incredible. Cooked to perfection and melted in the mouth. With zero room for dessert, after looking at the menu we couldn’t not! The chocolate delice was incredible and the cheese board was a big hit. Everything we had was an absolute treat. The wine suggestions were also spot on and the cocktail list is great too. Also plenty of non alcoholic options for the drivers. All in all, an amazing experience and we can’t wait to go back. Thank you so much for bringing your passion and skill to the table for us all to enjoy.

Sunday Lunch is always a good choice at Lovage!

Our absolute favourite! Highly recommend!

Disappointing. Service was slow, we waited 5 minutes to be seated despite booking and waited another 15 minutes before being offered a drink. Food was all very well cooked and presented but a bit bland. Really nice decor but we won't be back.

First visit and will definitely return. Such a lovely evening with great food, service and atmosphere. Loved the seasonal, locally sourced menu. Wine and cocktails were great too. One of the best restaurants in Newcastle!

Excellent product, well treated and top quality. Quite a surprise and a pleasant discovery in Newcastle,!!!! The place, pleasant and cozy, the dishes with flavors that are hardly recognizable as English. Both the starters and the main ones have an excellent presentation and a very balanced flavor. Very good!!!!, To repeat!!!!

Visited on Sunday for Sunday lunch with my family, the customer service was lovely , very engaging . The owner was super welcoming and she made us feel very comfortable! Sunday roast was very tasty. Meat succulent ! Had a great atmosphere, felt very cosy and personable! Thankyou we will be back again.

I visited Lovage for the second time, and I was not disappointed. I spent a lovely evening with my friends who were there for the first time. The dishes, as usual, were delicious, from snacks, starters and main courses to desserts. For a starter, I had pig cheeks with breaded oyster and salmon caviar. The main one was duck, my favorite dish. I was not disappointed, delicate, juicy, golden skin. The additions of carrots glazed with honey, chicory and poached plums went perfectly with the queen of the plate. Additionally, the red wine sauce finished this dish perfectly. The dessert is a poetry of taste - tiramisu, unfortunately I didn't have time to take a photo because I devoured it in the blink of an eye. I had a chocolate and orange cocktail to wipe away my tears. All this was topped with a wonderful atmosphere and service that made us feel special. I will definitely go back there soon.

Amazing food, corteous staff, cosy atmosphere

Wonderful Sunday Lunch in this fantastic new restaurant in the North East. We loved it so much we have booked for Christmas Dinner! Chilled vibe, great staff! X

First time at this restaurant with my daughter & I don’t think it will be the last . What a lovely place , staff were lovely & very helpful - fab food - my starter of Italian figs, prosciutto etc was fabulous - as was my main course of venison . My daughters starter of cauliflower & spinach fritters followed by monkfish was equally enjoyed . The deserts were fab & the cocktails 💋💋Altogether a very enjoyable evening .

Interesting restaurant, one of the good ones in the area. Value for money is good, though there's an impeding feeling that this place started on the right note and became "overrated" if slightly. I like the ambience and the service is good, so I will return, based on the couple times I visited. Last time, though, I noticed there were many waiters/waitresses (5 or 6 waiting for orders looking baffled and confused) and this indicates some issues with room mgmt (not knowing where to go next and what to do, even though clients were staring at them, waiting to be served). The food is well conceived and good quality, yet feels 'average' sometimes for price tag; the wine is better priced, I'd say, as is the dessert menu. I was told one item on the menu wasn't on offer, then my 2nd choice wasn't avail either, bc we had the wrong menu. Since I was already drinking red wine, I went with my husbands' meat order which would not have been my 1st or 2nd choice. Hospitality is a tough business: to get good ingredients at inflated prices and well trained staff won't be easy, I reckon! One thing that needs to be brought to the attention of Chef and the kitchen staff is that the olive oil (or oils) being used are 'corked up' (this can happen if left in contact with air too long or under heat and light). The mint/oil sauce placed on the puree tasted of this, so did the croutons and a gratin I tasted. My family used to have a tiny land patch where they produce olive oil and I can vouch yours needs throwing out and replacement, asap. I will be back to check in on this, no doubt, as I appreciate this restaurant a lot, overall.

3rd visit to this little beauty of a restaurant, the food is to die for, Kleo the chef is not only a food expert but along with his wife Lisa is an absolute champion as a people’s person. As front of house Lisa is as professional as Kleo is a chef. It’s an absolute must to pay them a visit before they move up to the next level. Best of luck to you both in your new seafood adventure, can’t wait to pay you a visit xx

This was my last night in Newcastle so I wanted to have a really lovely meal......and Lovage Jesmond didn't disappoint. Absolutely beautiful food, I only had two small plates..... lobster ravioli and courgette flower, and both dishes were amazing, full of flavour and looked stunning....then a treat for dessert, the dark chocolate delice and orange sorbet, just delightful and again, amazing flavours. The restaurant was beautiful and the service was second to none, lovely, knowledgeable staff and compliments to the chef 😊 Could not recommend this lovely restaurant enough. I shall definitely be back when I next visit Newcastle!

The atmosphere at Lovage is wonderful, we felt relaxed the minute we arrived and we were so well looked after throughout our meal. You get a real sense of passion and commitment from the whole team. We haven't been this excited about food in a very long time! From the very first bite we didn't want it to end. It's rare to find a restaurant that serves such delicious, exciting and authentic food in a relaxed and friendly surrounding. Go to Lovage, you won't be disappointed!

Sunday lunch was absolutely amazing. Excellent food, not just taste, but presentation as well. The front of house team were also very professional and accommodating. It was a great experience, from the food, the great staff, the ambiance and the remarkably clean environment. Whole heartedly recommend.

Fabulous authentic food. At a price was very good. Staff were very attentive and helpful.

We’ve been meaning to review Lovage since it opened in September last year. We have visited as a couple and also with friends and family on a regular basis. The food and service has been nothing but excellent. Our most recent visit included a starter of lobster with fennel salad and lobster bisque which was outstanding. On the main dishes the wild halibut and sirloin steak are particularly recommended. They also have an excellent vegetarian / vegan menu. Lisa is front of house and a fantastic host, and Leo produces Michelin standard food. The rest of the team make this a relaxed, but professional dining experience. Highly recommended.

Excellent restaurant. Attentive staff and exceptional food. Well presented.

Dined at this restaurant whilst visiting family who live in the area. I had looked at their menu (and prices) prior to the visit and felt that they had set themselves quite a high bar. If you are paying £37 for a monkfish main course then it really has to be good. I am pleased to say that all of the dishes we ordered (small plates and mains) were excellent. The halibut, monkfish and duck were superb quality and perfectly cooked, and portions were generous. The atmosphere in the restaurant was lively, as everyone was obviously enjoying their meals, and service was friendly and helpful. My only negative comment relates to the cost of the bottle of wine. We still enjoyed the evening because the food was so good, but £37 for the Primitivo was really too much.

Stunning food and exceptional value. The atmosphere is very relaxed but committed to making sure the guests are getting good service. Highly recommend this Jesmond gem. Oysters were too hard to resist before taking a photo. Short rib was delicious and the hispy cabbage was out of this world. My Dad had the sardines which were also delicious. Everything beautifully plated.

Different food. Good fish. Exquisite attention. The soft shell crabs and lobster ravioli are wonderful.

Friendly welcome to a lovely restaurant. Started with cocktails both excellent. My octopus starter was superb and very well presented as was my wife lobster ravioli starter. Although this is very much a fine dining menu a bit plus for me was the portion size. You definitely get a lot for your money. I had the duck which was delicious my wife had steak both were cooked perfectly. I finished with the chocolate delice which was rich and decadent. I have booked again for Sunday lunch I expect it will be every bit as good as the dinner experience.

Just spectacular from start to finish, food and service impeccable. The Best birthday lunch, that I can remember! Thank you!

I recently dined at what I can confidently say is one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel welcome and comfortable. The décor was beautiful, creating a peaceful and inviting atmosphere that was perfect for enjoying a delicious meal. But it was the food that absolutely blew me away. The chef is a true artist, able to create bespoke dishes that were simply incredible. Every bite was full of flavor and perfectly cooked. I was particularly impressed with the vegan menu, which had a wide variety of options with ingredients grown in the chef’s own garden. And, to top it all off, the desserts were irresistible. But it wasn’t just the food that impressed me. The service was some of the best I’ve ever experienced. The waitstaff was knowledgeable and attentive, making sure that everything was perfect throughout the meal. It was clear that they were passionate about the restaurant and dedicated to making sure that every guest had a truly unforgettable experience. Overall, I can’t recommend this restaurant enough. If you’re looking for a truly incredible dining experience, this is the place to go. The food is delicious, the service is impeccable, and the entire experience is absolutely unforgettable. Don’t hesitate – book a table today and experience it for yourself!

Excellent food, friendly staff, lovely ambience.

Great spot with very friendly staff and an ever changing menu. Lots of seasonal ingredients which always makes it interesting. We visited this time for Sunday Lunch. Unfortunately they had run out of my first choice starter (lobster), but the aranchini was great. Good quality main dish of beef, but I did feel they portion size was a bit small - light on veg and a single roast potato was disappointing. Overall good, but not quite 5 stars.

Fantastic dining experience - great service, fabulous tasting food, very interesting choices in food and drink, relaxing ambience in a tastefully decorated space. We went to celebrate a birthday and as a party that was part vegetarian and the rest which ate meat, we all thoroughly enjoyed the choices we made. The vegetarian choices were superb, carefully crafted and elevated in taste as well as presentation unlike many restaurants which treat the vegetarian options as an afterthought ! The choice of small plates and snack plates to choose a starter from is a superb idea as you can definitely try a dessert too. Portion size for me were perfect but some may find them a little on the small size. Good value for money as I understood the effort to create some of these dishes. We would highly recommend Lovage in Jesmond and will certainly return . The chef certainly understands flavour combinations , loves his or her craft, and celebrates ingredients. Compliments to the chef!

My fiancé and i visited in Wednesday evening, the ambiance as we stepped in was welcoming and relaxed. Beautiful decor and fantastic service by Andrew and Shefali. The food was outstanding, i had the monkfish on the bone and the lobster ravioli it was the best seafood i have ever eaten. Fresh caught and prepared that morning, beautiful presentation. I would highly recommend to dine here as it is now our favourite establishment. Everything was perfect from start to finish and we had a really lovely night.

Fantastic dining experience - great service, fabulous tasting food, very interesting choices in food and drink, relaxing ambience in a tastefully decorated space. We went to celebrate a birthday and as a party that was part vegetarian and the rest which ate meat, we all thoroughly enjoyed the choices we made. The vegetarian choices were superb, carefully crafted and elevated in taste as well as presentation unlike many restaurants which treat the vegetarian options as an afterthought ! The choice of small plates and snack plates to choose a starter from is a superb idea as you can definitely try a dessert too. Portion size for me were perfect but some may find them a little on the small size. Good value for money as I understood the effort to create some of these dishes. We would highly recommend Lovage in Jesmond and will certainly return . The chef certainly understands flavour combinations , loves his or her craft, and celebrates ingredients. Compliments to the chef!

Kleo is not just a chef. He is an artist. Perfection on a plate. Excellent service and a remarkably clean environment. Superb

A beautiful restaurant with a calm sophisticated ambiance. The menu and food is wonderful. We all chose different dishes and every one was deliciously fantastic. The service was excellent as well. 11/10 Wish we could have restaurants like this in london!

Amazing lunch, friendly and efficient service, lovely restaurant and great food. We were visiting Newcastle for the overnight & a group of 5 of us went to the restaurant for lunch on Saturday afternoon. We all thought the food was amazing, well presented & really tasty. I will definitely be gong back the next time I am in Newcastle. Thanks to the staff for looking after us so well.

Food was nice, but feel it is a little overpriced and possibly a bit overrated. The restaurant is small, servers are attentive but wouldn't be rushing back there. Whilst there is parking on the road outside it can be a bit troublesome at busy times to get parked.

This is our second visit to Lovage and it did not disappoint. The service was brillant, and the owner and the staff are so friendly and accommodating. We were spoilt for choice and couldn’t decide what to order from the menu. We opted to have...

Dinner here on a Thursday evening with a colleague. The restaurant was not that busy (it should be) however the staff were great and attentive. The food was amazing! We only had four small plates and dessert but that were Devine ! Recommend you visit...

Don’t be fooled by the modest frontage as you approach Lovage, it conceals a rather wonderful and vibrant gem. Clean lines, natural wood, and creative ambiance inside this delightful restaurant. Quickly and warmly welcomed into a vibrant busy Sunday afternoon service. We enjoyed an unhurried...

We were lucky enough to be invited as guests to a celebratory meal and the food was , without question, excellent. We were however totally out faced by the size of the portions A cod cheek starter was 4 pieces where 1 would have been...

I'm always looking for a new top Sunday Dinner spot in Newcastle. This was nice, but didn't quite hit the mark. We had the oysters to start. The oysters themselves were beautiful, really fresh. The bloody mary granita was a bit jarring though, the texture didn't quite work for us. The starters were lovely, probably the best part of the meal and I think we'd be likely to go back for the normal menu and order a few of these as small plates. The beef on the roast was unreal. Probably the best roast beef I've had in a long time. Unfortunately, just as big a part of the roast dinner is the veg and these just didn't quite hit the mark. The best part was a charred cabbage which was delicious and quite unexpected. The rest of the veg was really bog standard, the mash was a bit tastless and the gravy was okay Not the new Sunday Dinner spot we were looking for, but some lovely ideas and flavours elsewhere

We have visited Lovage on a number of occasions, we have never been disappointed. The food and service is excellent and it has become one of our favourite restaurants. We love it!

Greatly enjoyed a special occasion meal here. There was no issue with street parking near the restaurant. The food was delicious especially the lobster ravioli as other reviews have mentioned. Steak and chips was also highly rated by my date. The service was to an excellent standard and we felt very welcomed. We would love to return again sometime soon. Pricing is very fair for what you receive in quality and taste. This restaurant has a high integrity feel that is appreciated among other options at this price point in the Newcastle area.

Wonderful food beautifully presented, perfect service and a splendid atmosphere. Cannot recommend highly enough.

Another outstanding experience at Lovage - fantastic food, great service and super ambience, keep it up 👍

Absolutely beautiful Sunday lunch and amazing service

The food experience here is beyond amazing , every dish served with love and to perfect standards. Locally sourced fresh ingredients taken to the highest level in appearance and flavour sensations. An absolute gem , great service, wonderful ambience, professionally served by a team who...

Amazing evening, some of the best quality food we have eaten around newcastle. Would come back and recommend without hesitation

The food was exquisite, we enjoyed every bite. The atmosphere was gorgeous and the owners were welcoming and created the most phenomenal menu. We can't wait to come back!

Stunning food, locally sourced and cooked to perfection, served by a welcoming team, in a stylish family run restaurant. Faultless in every aspect, no hesitation in recommending this wonderful establishment, very special place deserving of it's mention in the Michelin Guide.

Beautiful food, gorgeous atmosphere couldn't recommend highly enough The owners are the dream team and we can't wait to come back!

Top quality food and drink, lovingly prepared and served by a wonderful team, fine dining at its best, unbeatable in service, presentation, flavour sensations, and a delightful atmosphere. Great price for the standard of food, cannot recommend highly enough.

Brilliant across the board. Well weighted service and exceptional food. A must to anyone in the region who enjoys the best of fine dining.

Brilliant. After two visits I'm looking forward to my third. The informal yet exceptional service from all of the front of house is up there with the best in the region. The food shows a deft lightness of touch, again up there with the best...

I visited this restaurant with my friends, we were celebrating my friend's birthday. You could immediately feel the friendly atmosphere, the staff was very nice. As a starter, we had bread and olives to share, and of course a bottle of wine recommended by the manager. It was a very good choice. For main courses, we ordered pasta with beef ragou and sea bram. It was delicious. Fresh ingredients, pasta freshly made and the fish was fried to perfection. Of course we also ordered desserts. Honey mascaropone has since become my favorite dessert. Light, fresh ingredients, insane in taste. My friends had chocolate decile which melted in the mouth. This visit was a culinary adventure beyond words. You must visit this restaurant. We also got the honor of talking to the chef, who turned out to be a delightful man, full of passion. Excitable atmosphere, decor, and delicious food, prices very affordable . You must experience it. W

I visited this restaurant with my friends, we were celebrating my friend's birthday. You could immediately feel the friendly atmosphere, the staff was very nice. As a starter, we had bread and olives to share, and of course a bottle of wine recommended by the...

Changed our table from a 2 to 4 without hesitation over phone- thank you. Sat on large table next to kitchen- smelled of the raw fish/food in the kitchen and then got smokey. Told we couldn’t move, but then promptly changed our table when told it was aggravating asthma. Cod cheeks were very generic Captain Birdseye. Nothing special & a bit disappointing. Unreasonably long wait between courses. Had to ask twice. Was told candidly, but not impolitely that we had ‘our answer the first time’ when we asked to check on the food again. People arriving after us had their food before us. Duck- nice tasting but shame wasn’t warm. Didn’t want to wait again so just ate it. Portions- small for the cost. Chips- best bit. But that’s the easy stuff! Shame as such lovely reviews otherwise. Guess just wasn’t our evening. Wasn’t bad by any means. Just not great.

This place a real gem, with some of the best food we've ever eaten; every dish was just perfect. Warm friendly service too, not pretentious in the slightest. Well done 👏

.. been wanting to come to lovage since the pandemic + finally managed to go on a Thursday evening. The restaurant was full giving a great atmosphere. There were people of all ages enjoying good food + a friendly environment. Lovely subtle decor + comfortable...

Absolutely incredible food. We shared starters and deserts, and had a main each. It was fairly expensive (with a delicious bottle of wine), but my the quality of the food and flavours were just beautiful. Friendly atmosphere with fellow customers revelling in the joy and...

Absolutely fantastic food. A smart but relaxed atmosphere. Well done. Best thing was the incredible flavours

Lovage has only been open a short while but immediately feels like the local restaurant that’s been around forever and for good reason. The food and wine is a perfect mix of spot on crowd pleasers and enticing mediterranean influenced options. The place is super...

1st visit and not disappointed at all! It's busy and buzzy, with first class service. Menu is fantastic and our choices were lovely. The standard of cooking and presentation is up there with the best. It's hard to pick a highlight as we enjoyed it...

We went to Lovage on recommendation for a special meal with very special friends. Wow! It was absolutely superb - from the minute we walked in we knew we were in for a super night! The restaurant has understated elegance, the ambience is quietly superior,...

Get yourself to Lovage Jesmond. My word, everything from the moment we stepped inside was amazing. The decor was lovely and welcoming, and the staff even more so. Our waiter was very knowledgeable on the food and their recommendations on the wine were spot on. The food was absolutely incredible - I cannot compliment the chef and kitchen enough!! The restaurant was busy (deservedly so), but the waiting staff were brilliant and attentive to every need. Definitely not our last visit - our new favourite restaurant!

Our first visit and definitely not our last - Lovage is a gem! The food was absolutely delicious. Beautifully presented and such a wonderful range of flavour combinations. Great recommendations from our server, along with a delicious wine pairing. The restaurant was busy, yet our service was attentive and relaxed and there was a great atmosphere. I cannot recommend this place enough!

Our first visit and definitely not our last - Lovage is a gem! The food was absolutely delicious. Beautifully presented and such a wonderful range of flavour combinations. Great recommendations from our server, along with a delicious wine pairing. The restaurant was busy, yet our...

Get yourself to Lovage Jesmond. My word, everything from the moment we stepped inside was amazing. The decor was lovely and welcoming, and the staff even more so. Our waiter was very knowledgeable on the food and their recommendations on the wine were spot on....

Really fantastic food and a great venue! A great addition to Jesmond. However service lacked a bit of detail and attentiveness.

Welcoming service, absolutely gorgeous food and menu, there is something for everyone here. My husband has never tasted a chocolate delice like this. I had the lobster ravioli and I won't forget it! There was an attentive level of service given the restaurant was busy....

Lots about this visit was lovely but they were clearly busy and it was obvious the next booking were waiting for our table- even before we were asked if we wanted dessert. Not the relaxing end to an expensive meal that we would have expected....

An absolute treasure of a place! Every dish was created with flair and care. The food quality was second to none. The staff, especially co owner, Lisa, took the time and interest to talk to us. The whole team are very passionate about food quality and the comfort and enjoyment of their customers. 100% satisfaction from me and my daughter!

A wonderful, relaxed, friendly, yet professional gem in Jesmond. A fresh menu, with amazing fish options, served with great wines and cocktails and divine desserts.

Stunning food, warm welcome and attentive service. Highly recommend Lovage for a special occasion meal.