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Nº 402 in 670 in North Tyneside

Nº 19 of 26 Italian in North Tyneside

CUSTOMERS TALK ABOUT DISHES WITH..oldpotatosteakpizzacooked
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First Time we have used this restaurant for a take away pizza, excellent staff service and very good pizza also, would recommend this establishment.

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Barbara R . 2024-05-05

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We went today for Sunday lunch. This is the worst Sunday dinner we have ever had. The mash (if that’s what you call it) wouldn’t even be served to prisoners, it had a skin on it and had more lumps than mashed. Carrots were stale, infact the only nice bit on the plate was the meat and Yorkshire. I waited until they came to clear our plates before letting them know the dinner was awful and the worst we’ve ever had! The waitress heard me but didn’t even acknowledge me, just cleared the plates and sent someone else with the bill straight away. I have been a couple of times previously and ate from the normal menu with no issues but certainly won’t be returning ever again. As you can see the majority of the dinner was left… and yes that’s a dandelion in it too 🤢 Everything in the picture was left and more and yet they weren’t even bothered, service was ok up until then! Avoid At all cost for Sunday lunch!

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stephanie t . 2023-08-20

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Another visit to a different Sambuca in our area did not let us down. This was one of the best visits we have had to any. This was due to the friendly, accommodating waiting on staff and the lovely freshly cooked food. We only had main courses, all chicken dishes but 3 different ones, all the same quality and flavours. All delicious. Hand cut chips and a selection of veggies were also of a high standard. The prices in any Sambuca are always competitive ( by that I mean cheap ) and of a great standard. They have got their market just right everywhere in all of their restaurants we have been to. £46 for 3 drinks and 3 main courses was excellent value for quality food, delivered by young polite lads and lasses. Just great.

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Lesdaw . 2023-05-04

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Lush atmosphere, fab menu, friendly staff and clean and nice , local to us , been to a few Sambucas and this one is definitely my fave

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Katherine B . 2023-04-30

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Nice attentive staff, good choice of food and hot as it ought to be. Now a regular visitors as a couple and friends. Lots of competition in the area but for us this is our favourite by far.

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James Dee . 2023-01-14

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Came formy daughters 13th birthday and the food is absolutely amazing. I have a cheese allergy and they really took care of my needs. The staff came out with a piece of birthday cake with candles on and they sang happy birthday to her. Really recommend it and would definitely come back

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Lisaabi . 2021-07-23

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We ordered a Sunday lunch to take out. It has got to be the best Sunday lunch I have had in years. Beautifully cooked, the lamb was very tender, all the veg were cooked to perfection with a good rich gravy. Large portions of everything, completely stuffed and happy. I would definitely have another takeaway from here. The takeaway is every bit as good as the eat in option.

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L7680TKdavep . 2020-11-01

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Well I shall start this off with my total upset at the whole experience I often visit sambuca but won't be visiting this one again. First of all we odered muscles in a tomato and chilly sauce and what come was lemon and butter sauce that was returned and tomato was just added that made them taste to the point you point you couodnt really eat them then come the fillet steak the main with chunky chips that where equivalent to a crack heads teeth the where just so hard and jaggared the vinegar wouldn't even take to them and you couldn't even eat them the fillet had a very strange taste to it as if it was left out just didnt taste right at all well to be honest thst was my first and last time ill be visiting this place what a regret I wish I never tried the place.

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kingkhank2016 . 2020-08-11

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A GOOD meal and safe distance observation and track and trace in place, one way system operates. Try the haggis and the ribeye surf and turf

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Ian F . 2020-08-08

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What can I say food was average some starters where disappointing , meals was good but my partners and sisters steak was not cooked properly but the biggest disappointment was the service we had to wait a very long time to place our orders in which a table alongside us was sat down after us and had their first course and was waiting for their second course by the time we had to shout for someone to come over, and when one of the fellas eventually came over/ we asked him to take our order!! He said ok I’ll take your order then but! seemed to have a bit of an attitude because I asked him but the fella who Brought our food out looked after us at the end was very nice and young blonde girl was very Polite and very helpful too

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D1239BWmichaelc . 2020-08-04

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Out of town on business and visited this charming restaurant. I had the ribeye dinner special. The steak was good, vegetables were incredible(steamed then put in oven with some cheese), and I had profiteroles for desert the were Al's very good. All of this with a couple of drinks for under 25 pound. On top of all this the service e is great, friendly, and patient.

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U3838NPandrewc . 2020-02-17

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Went with my wife for a surf and turf. As usual the steak and seafood was very tasty, however my vegetables were hot (burnt) on top but near ice cold on the bottom! They were sent back to be blasted in the microwave which I heard! Service was not the best either, I will go back but I won’t have the vegetables, it’ll be the salad.

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Maladonis . 2020-01-25

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We decided to check out the Sunday Carvery at this establishment after earing good reviews from friends. We arrived unannounced at 12:40 and were immediately asked if we had booked, no we hadn't, that's ok says the waiter just take a seat until I find a table & off he went. 10 minutes later a different waiter came to us and showed us to a table at the rear of the pub/restaurant opposite the entrance door, which meant every time anyone entered they were followed by a cold blast of air! Now I don't know if they put additional tables and chairs in on a Sunday but you do get really close to the people on the next table, close enough to hear every word spoken even when trying your best not to listen. The advertised price for starter & main course is £7.95, admittedly a great price, however when the waitress came to take our order she didn't ask if we wanted potato skins or soup ( The advertised choice of starters) She asked if we wanted starters, was I wrong to assume if we didn't want them the price may be cheaper? We replied we just wanted the mains so she took the order and left. We approached the carvery counter where the yorkshire puddings are piled high o, n top of the heat lamp shelf above the bain-marie pans, sadly this means they are not hot when you help yourself to them (Admittedly you can have as many as you want!) There was a choice of 3 types of meat, beef, belly pork or chicken, for the price you get a fair helping, then you help yourself to peas, mash, cabbage, swede and rather pale looking roast spuds. The hot pans with the gravy are placed on the counter alongside the stuffing balls and condiments, but I feel the pans are too high for those who are vertically challenged and may lead to hot gravy being spilt. It was value for money, it was not anything special, it was overcrowded and finally, no it was not any cheaper if you just have the carvery.

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Audrey R . 2020-01-21

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We arranged to meet friends from london at the village hotel, not sure of arrival time rang and arranged a table with a very helpful lady upon arrival we were met with a very nice welcome from all the staff. Attentive and very funny. The food was exceptional could not fault it at all. Definatly worth a visit and a sit on the thron near the door.

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lesleyhD7361WK . 2020-01-18

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my daughter moved near recently,,,, been 4 times now !!!!!,,, good service and food, staff go extra mile,,,, surf and turf was excellent,,,,

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ashyJarra . 2020-01-03

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Family of four adults we arrived and were pointed in the direction of the waiting area then as we literally sat down got sent back to the table we had just walked past. The waitress took our order and she was fine. The food arrived a mix of pasta, pizza and steak. All slightly overdone but as Italian goes it was passable ( we are from an Italian background). We waited for our table to be cleared and asked for dessert menus from a very obnoxious older waiter. The menus never arrived so I went looking for some. I finally got some and we waited again with no service. Decided to just go and get my own bill from the bar and pay. We then had dessert around the corner at the village hotel. Where the staff even smile. Disappointed in the hospitality of this place. My first time at a sambuca chain and wont bother again if they are that obnoxious.

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falkner2378 . 2019-11-29

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Aunque he estado en otra cadena de Sambuca, fue la primera vez aquí. Un montón de aparcamiento y por el aspecto del lugar un antiguo pub convertido. Aunque la mayoría del personal con el que tratamos era alegre, una pareja que nos atendió fue un poco miserable. Fuimos para el almuerzo especial, aunque había una buena selección de otras comidas en el pizarrón. La comida como otros restaurantes de Sambuca en los que hemos estado era caliente y bien presentada. El lugar estaba ocupado cerca del final de nuestra visita, y sentimos que la mesa se estaba despejando rápidamente y nos sentimos un poco apresurados. En general, una experiencia agradable si miras más allá de la decoración, y si en el área volveremos, esperamos que sea más tranquilo para que no tengamos tanta prisa

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craigyc2007 . 2019-11-10

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It looks lovely from the outside but inside it's just an old tatty pub. 1 pizza, 1 pasta, 1 risotto, 2 glasses of wine, 1 lemonade, 2 kids icecream and it was nearly £40. Staff friendly and helpful but the place is not that nice.

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Coats40 . 2019-10-05

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Eight adults for steak night. Surf and Turfs cooked very well and tasted great.Surf and Turf mixed grill not as good as expected but still tasted fine. Good bar service but only house wine per glass which did not taste the best.Excellent service from all staff. Will definitely return.

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Maladonis . 2019-08-20

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A large group of us met for a work celebration. The food was good- recommend the lemon and garlic squid starter. The team were friendly and helpful. The waiter joined us at our table while we deliberated over the desserts!

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FrancesG350 . 2019-07-25

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Visited Saturday for first time seated quickly and service was good meal was worth money we payed and very tasty me and daughter like the layout of this Sambucas as the tables are set well apart and you have your own space unlike some where you are nearly seated on someone’s knee and can hear conversation on next table it’s pet hate of ours when you are sitting that close to someone else so will deffo return

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sand62 . 2019-07-15

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Three of us ate here yesterday evening. Service,

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Vacationer513031 . 2019-06-30

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Staying at the Village Hotel - called here as the Village was busy and noisy. Nice place I had the prawn cocktail starter and Chicken Diane. My wife had the Calzone. I have to say I really enjoyed my meal though my wife thought the Calzone was very dry. Good service and good value.

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Arthur C . 2019-06-06

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Five of us visited for a meal without making a booking and we were pleasantly greeted by friendly staff who took us straight to a table. We were celebrating a couple of birthdays so thought we would treat ourselves to a nice steak and we weren’t disappointed. Food was cooked to perfection and service was fine. Would definitely recommend.

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Glenndabear . 2019-05-27

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After having an unpleasant experience in the eatery of the Village Hotel the previous night, which was jam packed and rowdy with no free tables, I searched for nearby alternatives. This place is less than a 5 minute walk and the other good reviews were not wrong.

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Carrell1977 . 2019-05-21

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Went to Sambuca for a Surf &Turf;, one with chips, the other with vegetables; both were cooked to perfection.

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Maladonis . 2019-05-11

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A work mate and my self were staying at the Village hotel and thought we would eat out as we had exhausted the menu there.

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Wildey1 . 2019-03-15

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Ate here last night as was staying in nearby Village hotel and didn’t fancy burger and chips again.

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miniman25 . 2019-03-12

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Always greeted with a friendly welcome by the amazing staff that work there. The food is very tasty. The portion sizes are good. Cheesecake is bloody lovely. Highly recommended

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denise-bee1 . 2019-03-05

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Three course lunch for £5.95? And no skimping on service, quality and portion sizes either. Of course it's a teaser so you come back. Well tell you what it works because we will be back and not for a quick lunch.

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AlanBest . 2019-02-15

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Decided to have our Christmas lunch out for the first time in 52 years of marriage and as we regally have our Sunday lunch at The Braised Station and have never been disappointed we decided to go there. We were a party of 4 and none of us could find one word of criticism. The staff were wonderful (as ever) and food was fresh hot and delicious 3 different starters 4 or 5 different meats and every vegetable you can think of also all the trimmings for a splendid Christmas lunch. After the lunch we had the choice of 4 sweets including Christmas pudding. The price was very reasonable for Christmas day worth every penny. Thanks to all the staff for a lovely day.

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NUFC16 . 2019-01-16

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We visited here with my sons and decided to have a two course Sunday carvery which is priced at £7.95 or three courses is £8.95.

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happyceew . 2018-12-02

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Worst carvery I've ever had too cold and mash and roasties not cooked properly could not eat this it's a shame as there Italian food is lovely. Don't waste your time and money on the carvery. Was also very busy was lucky to get a table they tried to say we should of booked etc. People constantly walking back and forth past your table floor vibrating when your trying to eat won't be back

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Diane D . 2018-11-11

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Went with the family for Sunday lunch, arrived at about 12.45 and was quiet within 15 /20 mins got busy, 2 course Sunday lunch comprising of starter and carvery for £7.90 was excellent value for money, to start choice of soup or potato skins, the carvery was 5 meat choice had some of each which covered almost half of the massive plate (lamb, beef, chicken, gammon and belly pork) huge Yorkshire puddings and any amount of veg (carrots, roast pots, mashed turnip, mashed pots, cabbage and peas) service was excellent kids decided on garlic bread starter and then pizza. got to go again

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judo-john . 2018-10-28

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Firstly we were greeted by a very happy waitress Angie I think blond hair very attentive and polite she recommended my the surf and turf mixed grill and omg I couldn’t believe it their was huge king prawns mussels steak chicken and more !! Couldn’t be more happy easily the best sambucas around by far and the waitress made it for us thanks so much.

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Jackthefoody . 2018-10-10

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Visited with family. Been before but tonight seemed quite chaotic. Maybe 7pm on Saturday is a bad time? Food was fine, service erratic. One meal came late but apologies were made and accepted. A pet hate...broken locks on toilet doors! Both of them! Can't abide having to try holding a door and pee!

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mitch5015 . 2018-10-06

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My son chose this restaurant for his tenth birthday - the value for money is excellent. Three courses for £5.95 with a really range of choice.

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O8458DHrichardc . 2018-10-02

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Great prices for the 3 course special Potato skins plus a pizza each plus coffee or ice cream plus drinks for £15. What not to like Staff ok Food tasty and large portions Free parking on the street

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Mix-m8 . 2018-09-25

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Amazing service, I had a Sunday dinner and the pork belly was unreal. My son is gluten free so he had the gluten free pasted and he demolished the lot, will definitely be coming back. A****

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John C . 2018-08-26

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Being a Sambuca restaurant, I was expecting good things. It was not to be. The place itself had the feel of an old pub and that it needed a good clean, especially the carpet.

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J4422 . 2018-08-25

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Not an elaborate establishhment but: Staff excellent Very wide choice on menu Well prepared fresh food Tasty and good portion sizes Excellent value for money.

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Dean062 . 2018-08-23

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I’ve been to many Sambuca’s around the north and I can say that this one by far the best! The staff are attentive and caring! Angie, Dale, Gaz, Shera and the team are awesome! And Elina cooks the best steak around! If you spend a little time watching the guys you can see they work hard to make sure you enjoy your visit! Keep up the good work guys we love you! Simon and Sarra! Xxx

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pops3d . 2018-08-09

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I have been to this sambucas a couple of times and always found the staff friendly and polite.

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Abbi E . 2018-08-01

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We arrived quite late in the evening but the Polish (I think she was Polish) was great, polite, friendly and attentive. We had the brushetta which was fine. 1 had a pizza, I had the Ariabatta and the wife had Bolognese. All were good. With 3 drinks we paid about £30. All would have been good if not for the singer, although she had a decent voice it was far too loud and when she brought the "guest singer" out it was like a karaoke night! I'd definately go back but only after making sure their singer isn't there!

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Ian F . 2018-07-29

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My wife and I stumbled upon this eatery while making our way from the Village Hotel to the Newcastle Racing (when trying to get to Northumberland Park metro) . Amazing £4.99 for 3 course deal . Well worth it .

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tattie_boagle . 2018-07-01

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Amazing food, brilliant service. Don’t be put off by the exterior..prices are so cheap! Two course meal and a bottle of wine for 33!

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21ema21 . 2018-05-26

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First time visit after being recommended to try the 3 course special for £4.95. the food was excellent as was the service from both the waiter ( didn't get his name) he was very cheerful and let me try the wine before I bought it to make sure I liked it and also Angela who was lovely very chatty and friendly - just what you want for a good dining experience. I asked for extra garlic on my pizza and the chef sent over a dish of garlic in oil for me to pour over which was great. We were sat next to a very nice couple and had a very pleasant evening with good food and conversation and which was topped off with complimentary limonchello shots. Excellent value for money in lovely surroundings and excellent staff from the waiting staff to the chef's. Will definitely be back.

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B H . 2018-05-22

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Amazing value and excellent quality cooked to perfection. Combined with great service it's a perfect combo!!

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Martin T . 2018-05-22

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Exceptional service, great value, friendly staff and utterly delightful food On the 5th of May 2018 I went out for a nice meal with my mam, we were seated straight away and got our drinks almost instantly and and then served our starters just as quick we enjoyed our meal and then we were served out deserts by the very friendly lady behind the bar.

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Thomas A . 2018-05-05

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Love the food and atmosphere ! Staff are great and despite a piece of steak getting stuck in my throat the staff knew exactly what to do and were there to help

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643vickya . 2018-05-01

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Visited on Sunday 22nd April to meet my son's future in laws, very good food, service was exceptional had a great couple of hours and the bill for six people for food and drink was excellent value will definitely visit again

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caznken . 2018-04-24

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First of all the food was great no problem, but the staff are just a bit strange. My son choked on his calamari and the staff coped well. The problem was when my other son pretended to choke when the plates were collected. I admit it wasn't funny even though his intentions were good (lighten the mood).. but the waiters reaction was really poor. It looked like he was ready for fight and the intimidation factor after that was terrible. His anger was clear to see and if we could have walked we would. Thankfully another table started to choke (not kidding) which took the attention away from us. At the end of the meal whilst walking out the older waitress (bit of a character) started to dance up against my 14 year old son! His reply "It's past my bedtime" was a great reply and I know she was having fun but it was just slightly inappropriate. It was a crazy night which I probably will never forget. I won't be back..

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William C . 2018-04-23

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Two of us visited on a Sunday afternoon, wasn’t very busy. we sat down ordered drinks and all was fine, starters arrived and my potato skins had a lump of pink gloopy stuff on, asked my partner what he thought it was and he said it was chicken fat (he thought) now I’m a vegetarian and I’m pretty sure the potato skins had a V next to them on the menu...

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newcastle201999 . 2018-04-22

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Attended this venue on a wet Tuesday afternoon , this was our first visit but as we enjoy other local sambucas we thought let's give it a go. Right from the off I knew we had made a mistake , firstly this is basically a grubby failing pub that has had a lick of paint and had the old pub wallpaper painted over , carpets cleaned and a quick facelift. I was more Italian than the waiter who rudely started seating another party whilst taking my partner's order he was abrupt and somewhat chav like. The food was ok although we have had alot better in other sambuca venues there was also a hair in my partner's food and my deep fried haggis was discussing all in all a poor venue poor effort and shabby surroundings, we won't be back.

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LEE S . 2018-04-11

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When we arrived we asked for a table for two then got sat at the door where it was freezing cold but we dealt with it and ordered our food while we ordered the waiter was quite snappy in asking us what we wanted then when the food arrived we asked if we could get a knife and fork and we got them practically thrown at us as he seemed to be struggling with the work load we didn't even get napkins so we are fast and left was not a plesent experience and will not be going back I will most defiantly be sticking to the restaurant on the fish quay 100 percent times better and get made to feel like a valued customer instead of Palmed off.

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Michael M . 2018-03-20

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We dined here on a Saturday lunchtime on recommendation from a friend. On arrival we had to search for waiting staff to get a table, there was no-one to greet us, despite waiting in the door area for a few minutes. Our drinks order was taken quickly, but we waited over 20 minutes to give our food order as no-one came to serve us. In fact after watching another family who arrived after us enjoy their starters, my husband had to leave the table and ask a waiter to come over and take our order.

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Famichelle86 . 2018-03-10

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Good food, good service and the prices are so reasonable. Would defo recommend. Last time we went it was in the middle of winter but the restaurant was lovely and warm. Staff are very friendly and accommodating.

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ettie482016 . 2018-03-03

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Going back for a birthday and valentines celebration. Usually visit on the stake night as The stake and pepper sauce are the very best anywhere well done to all the great staff.see you all tonight Alan Fiona & the gang.

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Curtis M . 2018-02-14

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Very nice place Sunday lunch is a 3 course carvery for £7.95 or you can order off the menu been to lots of sambuccas but didn't know this one was a carvery, not all are. Well worth a visit

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X2942LPwendyw . 2018-02-11

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A starter and a fillet steak for £15.95 is a bargain! Both were beautiful; definitely worth the price. The staff were lovely too! Never seen this Sambucas before but I’m glad it’s here as it’s the closest to where I live!

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Georgiakamismith . 2018-01-29

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Food, service, terrible. Chef out the back smoking and filthy uniform. Ordered 3 pizzas. Tastless and pale and undercooked. I ordered a house rose and it was horrible. Tasted really cheap. Bill was large aswell. Could have made the pizzas better myself at home with a nice bottle of wine from Sainsburys. Will not be going back. Its the worst place i have ever had a meal, which is a shame as i only live round the corner and it would have been nice to go once a week. No atmosphere either.

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emheidirob . 2018-01-19

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Weve been there twice this week. Amazing value and tastes nice. 2x potatoe skins 2 x mains 1 x ice cream 2 x prosecco 2 x morreti 32 quid!!!

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Gmt1971 . 2017-12-22

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Recently used this Sambuca for a large order of takeaways, utilising the lunch time offer they have. The food was ready on time and very good!

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travelJonnyM . 2017-12-16

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Great value, lovely food, friendly and a good no fuss experience. Couldn't fault this place for selection of food and price. Service was good, nothing was a problem and the Roast Dinner was exceptional. Yorkshire Pud and Belly Pork were outstanding. It may not look much but what it lacks in niceties it more than makes up for in the quality of food. Well worth a visit on a Sunday lunchtime and comparable with the more expensive Carveries I've visited.

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PLONKSTER . 2017-11-12

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So we had 3 different starters all of which were drowned in salt..

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stephenf454 . 2017-11-04

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This run down old pub has been converted into an excellent Italian restaurant with very good food at sensible prices. We found this recently when staying at the nearby Village Hotel, which also has an Italian restaurant. The Sambuca Braise beats it with better food at less than half the price.

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Michael71042 . 2017-11-03

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Passed this several times before as we live locally but had never called in. Called in today and had the £4.95 lunch special. Potato skins were average but my tuna fish and prawn pizza was both large and tasty with a well cooked crispy base. My partners tagliatelle pasta was even better with fresh diced chillies in the tomato and bacon sauce, She scoffed the lot, a rare event, even when we have dined in much more expensive Italian restaurants. They clearly do not reduce the quality of their food, even for a cheap special, which is something we have encountered elsewhere

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drsteveWhitleybay . 2017-10-17

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Popped in to this new pub to try the food . Diana had previously looked after us very well in Ashington Sambuca and she has been missed. When we knew she had gone to this pub we popped in for a visit.

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JanetM24 . 2017-10-17

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Recently visited this restaurant for the first time for a friends 60th birthday celebration. It is very good value for money and the pasta/pizza specials are very cheap but the four of us chose from the special menu and the food was excellent. The staff were very attentive and made the afternoon very special with free glasses of prosecco and limoncello! I would have no hesitation in recommending this restaurant for people of all ages.

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DCairns2014 . 2017-10-04

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Visited on a Sunday evening taking a walk from the Village hotel rather than take a taxi to nicer places we have visited. The boards outside advertised a Sunday lunch / carvers however once inside this was not available. Don't advertise it if it's not available!

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379GeoffM . 2017-09-24

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Arrived as a group, booked, so no supprises... long wait at the bar, two drinks £8.50, no problem but 50p added to pay by debit card, bit cheeky.

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215ste . 2017-09-18

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Just had a pizza there tonight. Worst pizza i have had in my life cheap tinned tuna and a sparse portion of prawns the base was practically inedible my friend had a calzone with tinned ham in place itself is grubby and the tables far too near in proximity to one another not in the same league as Sambucas on fish quay or whitley bay

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paulnpals . 2017-09-14

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in contrast to recent reviews, maybe i went at the wrong time, i have to say our experience was not good.

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poloeyes . 2017-08-22

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Brilliant service and Quality have been visiting this place about 10+ times now, and was a regular at the Percy Main Sambuca too which is also 5* Sambuca for service and quality too, but due to road works off the coast road we tried this Sambuca instead. It's a little extra on the menu price compared to the Percy main, but not too much, but I think this is down to the big Pizza oven on show, which produces higher quality pizza and bread experience to that of the Percy Main which were nice, but the Pizza oven is that little extra (LUSH). my only negative is the size of the place and can be cramped in when full, and you'll need to start booking as the last couple of times the restaurant has been full on a number of times. The draft Birra Moretti is a must, Pizza's are LUSH, all Chicken dishes and all starters are LUSH...

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GrahamSC1979 . 2017-08-21

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We visited with our 6 yr old godson after an afternoon at the cinema.

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anderbel134 . 2017-08-20

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My 3rd visit to Sambuca Braise Station and loved it every time. We were told by staff that the Sunday Carvery is very good and we were certainly not disappointed.

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HelenR447 . 2017-08-07

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While on our way to another restaurant, my sister and I got bored of waiting a large queue of traffic so decided to try Sambuca at West Allotment.

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P9739OZdavidl . 2017-08-02

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We were staying round the corner so decided to try this one as the one we always go to (Peterlee) is superb. The service was friendly and the food was very nice. We went for the set menu and both had pasta. All cooked beautifully and the prawns were a decent size. All in all a good visit and you really can't go wrong for the price

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GPSHADOW . 2017-07-25

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We have visited Sambucas four times now for their carvery on a Sunday. 3 courses for 7.95 and the quality is excellent. There are four choices of meat and the serving is huge. The lamb is so tender and juicy and not fatty like in some places. We have also been for pizza which is also spot on. Would definitely recommend it and we will continue to return.

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KCPC13 . 2017-07-23

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Went for the first time with some close friends, from arrival staff were excellent, food was amazing and well looked after by Shearer throughout our evening. Full recommended and we will definitely be back.

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David1whelan . 2017-07-15

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£4.95 for 3 courses during happy hour. Potato skins or soup to start followed by any pizza or pasta, and then either ice cream or coffee. Really quick service and very convenient for anyone on Cobalt.

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FizzyMoon67 . 2017-07-13

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Had an early dinner here and was glad we did as the place was filling up as we finished and the tables are quite close together. A large family group were settling in as we left and the noise level was getting quite high.

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KeithandMargaretH . 2017-06-18

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Tried out the new Sambuca chain that's situated by the Cobalt Business Park over a lunchtime.

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travelJonnyM . 2017-06-05

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Called in just in time to catch the three course special for myself my wife and son. My son is massive fan of the sambuca's restaurants, myself not so much.

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Familyguy1234567 . 2017-06-03

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Lives up to the standard of all the sambuccas. We are regular attenders of the Embleton and Morpeth Sambucca. We went to this new Sambucca last week in a party of 10. I can honestly say it was the best sambucca meal I have had and that takes something to beat the Embleton sambucca. Service great. Not rushed.....will be back.

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chockchockgazelle . 2017-05-31

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Went with a number of friends one evening and had a great meal. A number of us had steaks, a lot of them had to be cooked differently and they were all perfect. Chef is called Shearer and he cooked like a demon to produce great meals for all of us.

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tantalus2017 . 2017-05-30

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We visited this restaurant last night hoping for it to be as good as the excellent Sambucas in Forest Hall. Alas it wasn't to be. It's a bit cramped and lacking atmosphere. The starters were average at best, it would be hard to make a mess of garlic mushrooms and prawn cocktail.

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Kevin W . 2017-05-21

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This was our first visit to this Sambucas. Lovely welcome and seated straight away. We chose spicy calamari starters, calamari was very tender and served in a lovely sauce. My hubby is a great lover of Calzone and has a special restaurant for this dish and up to now he has never found anywhere to match it, until this one, the filling was plentiful and well seasoned-he has a new favourite! I chose the spicy meatballs from the specials menu and thoroughly enjoyed them. We will definitely be going back

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Dianne B . 2017-05-17

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We stumbled past this restaurant on our travels in Newcastle. Only round the corner from the hotel we were staying at. Excellent value for money and I must say one of the tastiest pizzas I've had! Light crispy thin base with ample topping. The carbonara was also delicious. Not drowned in sauce which I love with a generous helping of Parmesan cheese. Jolly staff and nice wine....what's not to love for less than a fiver! Bellissimo!

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P1856LTrachell . 2017-05-12

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We booked a table on the Saturday over the Easter holidays .

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davidhI9306BQ . 2017-05-01

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Visited here on Easter Saturday for a late lunch. Had booked table, so seated promptly. Ordered from the 3 course special menu. Food was delicious. Friendly attentive staff. Would definitely return.

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GeordieJayne . 2017-04-27

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Firstly, is this place not called 'Sambuca' Braise Station?...

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GeeHh . 2017-04-26

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As a regular contributor to TripAdvisor I always try my best to give a positive review of where I (we) have visited, unfortunately no matter how hard I try, I can just about justify not giving it a one star (terrible) review.

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TheHungryTrainDriver . 2017-04-17

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Huge fan of Sambucas normally, took son to the new one in West Allotment last night and was disappointed with the service from start to finish.

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harriottel . 2017-04-16

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Went today for the lunch time special. It just looks like the old pub but with a oven etc at one side. The tables are pretty close together so don't go for romantic meal or the people next to you will hear!! The restaurant was also so cold, everyone kept their coats on!

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Littlelissynbh . 2017-04-11

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As fan of Sambucas I have been looking forward to the opening of this outlet since before xmas. Even checking with the fitters in December when it was likely to open.

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David H . 2017-04-11

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Staff are lovely dearer than other sambucas very busy with Beeing New. The deserts are amazing. Had a slight problem with the mains but this was because so busy and they were running out of meals, put this down to newness think over time they will correct it. Worth another try, good atmosphere.

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loutsia . 2017-03-31

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Went for tea last Friday, food was lovely, service from most of the staff excellent, especially the young lady who served us.The table layout is very tight. The manager was very direct to his staff at times! This made me slightly uncomfortable, however will definitely go back.

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holidayqueen46 . 2017-03-30

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Food was Terrible twice the price of a normal sambuca complained and was ignored.....never going back

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Michael T . 2017-03-28

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Only opened last week and have already visited the restaurant for lunches, an evening meal with all our friends and also the Sunday carvery. The food is excellent and the staff are great. Nice atmosphere and good service. Well worth a visit.

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Dotandmike . 2017-03-21

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