The Small Canteen in Newcastle upon Tyne

I've updated this cos my previous review was not complete. Superb food in a totally unique environment. Had a great time.

A really nice place. Excellent food and cocktails, with fantastic service. Our group had multiple dietary requirements that can make it difficult, but they couldn't have been more accomodating for us. It was very much appreciated.

I liked it. They do a few seatings a night and are very popular, so book in advance. The menu changes frequently, and they use local seasonal produce and prices are reasonable. You may end up sharing a table with strangers which can be a nice experience. The menu is quite small but it’s all packed full of flavour. The homemade biscuits with the potted crab, the sauce for the duck and the panna cotta were highlights, but the monkfish was the absolute star. Definitely the nicest monkfish I’ve ever had.

Didn’t know anything about it until I went with friends tonight! Amazing food

Closed without motivation or indication of working hours. Still open on Google maps.

I love this place. The food is delicious and the plates are finished at the front of the restaurant so you can see it if you want to. An absolute gem, reasonably priced, that is my absolute go to for a nice meal out in Newcastle.

Loveeeeed this place. Took my dad here who was visiting Newcastle and was not disappointed. Intimate and friendly atmosphere, awesome service and absolutely banging food. 100% recommend.

Fantastic food, perfect wine list.

Dinner at the Small Canteen last night. Food was absolutely delicious, especially the monkfish and clams. Service was fab, portions were massive and it was very cheap considering the quality of the cooking. Will definitely return but agree with Jay Rayner that you could charge more and cut your portion sizes!

Favourite restaurant in Newcastle.

Our entirely amazing experience at The Small Canteen is one that we will be talking about for a long time. One of the most exciting things is that everything it is, not least the surprisingly reasonable prices, means that we will be able to go again. If you have ever watched programmes like ‘Masterchef’ and wondered whether the food really does taste different from what you usually eat, or have read a newspaper review and felt curious, but worried that you might feel a bit out of place in that kind of a restaurant (even if you could afford it), then this is the place for you. At first I thought the smallness of the building might be a problem but it’s part of what makes it wonderful. It’s perfectly possible to eat your meal without chatting to other diners, if you choose, but we loved sharing our reactions to the fabulous food with other people. So much happiness in a tiny space. We found ourselves discussing dips, sauces and mash in the same way that we usually discuss paintings, or theatre, or a particularly beautiful building, because they were works of art. I was also completely in awe of how the space is organised, and used. Such skill. It’s an understatement to say that everything tasted great. I’m not quite sure how to do it justice, except to say that the talent, and love, behind it was evident in every mouthful. I was a bit worried, before we went, that the not very large menu would leave me without options (I’m a bit picky) but I ate things I wouldn’t usually, loved them all and I can’t tell you what a relief it was not to have to wade through a list of fifty different dishes before deciding on something. I’m hesitating to describe it as good value because that makes it sound too much like a slightly underwhelming chain restaurant and it bears no resemblance to that. I think what I will say is that, if going means that you have to save up, or travel a long way, or wait a while for a table booking, then it will be worth it. (I’m posting a photo of my roasted cod main because the sauce was one of the best things I have ever eaten.)

Had dinner there last night. Excellent restaurant hosted by Sam and staff. Restaurant is small (hence the name) but delightful. Amongst great food we had arancini potted crab pork belly and cod. Very good and well priced wines and v relaxed atmosphere. A v good reason to move to Sandyford

On a day trip from Edinburgh I was looking for a fantastic dinner and I was not disappointed. From the food to the top notch service and value for money, this might have been one of the best meals I’ve had in the UK. I made a booking almost a week in advance by texting the number on their instagram. When we arrived on a Friday evening, my partner and I were greeted warmly, seated promptly and presented with warm bread and homemade dips. We shared the ox cheek croquettes to start and ordered half a litre of rosé (for £10!) For the main I had the pork belly and he had the cod. We shared the cherry sorbet and chocolate mousse dessert. Everything was fantastic from start to finish and we were well attended to. To cap it off, the bill was just £35 each - incredible value for the delicious meal. Set in a residential neighborhood, the cosy vibe of The Small Canteen makes you feel like you’re dining in a friend’s kitchen - a friend who can really cook. We were saddened to hear that two groups had cancelled last minute and we had the small restaurant to ourselves. Folks of Newcastle - go support this gem of a restaurant!

Beyond brilliant. Menu on the wall - everything we tried was delicious, from bread, to starter to mains. (We didn’t have room for desserts but they too looked fantastic). It’s tiny - just the chef and the waitress and about 15 customers but that makes for a very friendly and convivial atmosphere. For food of this quality it’s amazing value. Great house wine too. Would definitely recommend - and you need to book well ahead: by phone or text.

Don’t miss this absolute gem if visiting Newcastle or live nearby. The food is truly amazing, incredibly good value and despite a small menu caters for a variety of tastes. Just wish we lived closer so we could sample everything on offer! The intimate space of this tiny venue creates a cozy but very comfortable atmosphere and the quality of the dishes, drinks and service is outstanding. Establishments of this standard are a rare find these days so find an opportunity to visit this very unique place!

Easily one of the best meals I have had in Newcastle

Starters were a solid 10. Potted crab and ox cheek croquettes. Mains sadly were massively underseasoned. Pork and the cod. Not the end of the world but the night peaked at the starters. Just not a lot of flavour at all in the mains. Dessert was great. Choc mousse and cherry sorbet. Would go back after a menu change.

Lovely atmosphere and great food with generous portions! One of the best restaurants in the North East - we will definitely be back.

Lovely experience in a place that lives up to its name. Really great food from a small menu and would recommend to anyone!

Went out with my girlfriend for dinner and had an amazing time. The food was flavourful and delicious, I loved the potted pork. Service was great and overall very well priced, definitely a hidden gem and a must-visit.

Oh my life! What a place! My husband and I cannot stop talking about it ☺️ food was hearty and so delicious and the bill was bonkers…totally blew me away! 👏

The older man that worked there was very rude and didn’t treat his staff very nicely, wouldn’t recommend going as felt very uncomfortable.

Super tiny place with a super big impact! Embrace the small space, which is cosy and great for watching the world go by if you get a window seat. We had a carafe of wine which was great value, especially as the wine was also delicious and better than some wines I’ve paid twice the price for by the bottle elsewhere. The food was all amazing! Hearty yet light, nostalgic yet refined. Great prices too. There was a meat, fish and veggie option for starters and mains, so all bases covered. The fish was so fresh. Desert was so yummy too. The waitress was really friendly and we had a good chat with Chef Sam at the end of the night (and end of his service) - such a passionate and generous man! We only wish we lived nearby as we’d be here all the time. Don’t miss this place! TIP- It only has social media accounts and if you can’t reach them on the phone to book, just send a text - they were super responsive and got us booked no problem when we text.

Quality food served in a cool and quirky canteen. Hospitable hosts. Excellent portion size, fantastic value. Long may it continue.

Fabulous food, not expensive but utterly delicious. I had the saffron and pea arancini to start, my wife and I then had cod with spring vegetables to follow. We finished with chocolate mousse and a rhubarb cake with ice cream. We had a half litre of rose and paid less than £80 - which is great vale for the quality of the cookery. Go while you can, because this is brilliant.

Went in a group of 4 so tried everything on the menu between us and everything was absolutely delicious (especially the mutton with chard and ox cheek croquettes). Really good value wine and cocktails too

An incredible and unique place. Tremendous food very generously presented

The restaurant offers excellent food and service. However, the owner's treatment of the staff is concerning. Unlike any other workplace I've experienced, the owner frequently criticizes the staff, undermining their abilities. The absence of a booking system places excessive responsibility on the employees to maintain operations efficiently. Any questions or errors are swiftly dismissed in a hostile manner by the owner, contributing to a toxic work environment. Although the culinary quality is outstanding, the business struggles to meet the demands of new customers. Staff members consistently go above and beyond their expected duties, only to face persistent belittlement and bullying from the owner and chef. While the food is commendable, potential patrons should be aware of these internal issues.

Excellent food in a quirky setting that seats a total of 15 diners at any one time. 5 sit at the window and 10 at tables. The daily menu on the blackboard has 2 options for each course and the food is finalised and plated in the kitchen which is in within the 8x4m total area. Tasty bread and tricolour of dips waiting for us on arrival along with a carafe of water. Generous helpings and we shared a starter (pork pot) and dessert (chocolate mousse) with a main each (braised beef and cod on a bed of beans) and left stuffed. Each dish was plated with great care and attention to detail and consistency. Lovely flavours and textures made this a most enjoyable dining experience. We will be back (and Sam is currently working on an online booking system which will make finding a slot easier).

We went for dinner approx 9 months ago and it was great , service was fantastic. But this time service was poor, food quality was not as good as previously, probably wouldn't go back. Increase the price and maintain the standard

Small is beautiful. Unfussy, generous, delicious.

Soooo good, great food, wonderful service. Amazing what three people achieve in such a small space, really wish I lived in Newcastle!!

I had a problem with my food the other day and I asked to speak to the manager. Sam came over and he was incredibly rude and disrespectful and didn’t resolve the issue at all. He kept speaking over me and raising his voice which is no way to speak to a customer . I will not be returning to this establishment ever again!! I cannot believe I was spoken to like that!

There is a wedge of raisin and apple cake with the lightest, most acutely judged waft of saffron. It is both homely and accomplished; the thing your favourite auntie, the one who knows how to bake, gets out when you come round because she is pleased to see you. It comes with mascarpone ice-cream. Or there’s the panna cotta, set in a glass tumbler. A slab of seedy nut brittle sticks out of it.

Excellent 10/10 for service, food atmosphere loved it best hearty food in Newcastle- the blood orange steamed pud was historic we will be back -Thanks

Quality of food was excellent and service friendly and fast

Small but perfectly formed . The food was absolutely outstanding as were the cocktails . Reasonably priced wine also . Will deffo return and recommend!

You wouldn’t just stumble over this place, you’d go because you know it’s there. It’s literally a one man band with a chef who puts his all into everything. It’s very small and the menu changes frequently. Food portions are very generous so go when hungry! I loved the food and enjoyed every course. Home made black cherry sorbet was wow! In fact all of the food was. A great place to go and eat and simply enjoy great very affordable food. Will definitely be going back

Great little restaurant. The menu is small but easily has sufficient variety for a range of tastes. Food was excellent, especially duck croquettes, celeriac soup, cod and the beef shin lasagne. Prices are more than reasonable for the quality and quantity. Book early and make sure you're hungry before you go. Highly recommended

Small, unfussy, relatively inexpensive and bloody marvellous. Warning: it really is tiny. Literally room for four or perhaps five covers. But if you can get a reservation, you won't regret it. The "menu" changes daily, and is simply written on what looks like a DIY blackboard. The night we went, I had duck croquettes to start and a beef shin lasagne. Both were magnificent - and magnificently unfussy. Dessert was an indulgent, dark slice of something chcolate and pistachio -related. Bliss. You want coffee? It's back to the early 1990s and a cafetiere. You want the loo? It's outside and next door. But if you want a fantastic meal at (given the quality of the food) an absurdly reasonable price, this (very).small canteen is for you.

Small, unfussy, relatively inexpensive and bloody marvellous. Warning: it really is tiny. Literally room for four or perhaps five covers. But if you can get a reservation, you won't regret it. The "menu" changes daily, and is simply written on what looks like a DIY blackboard. The night we went, I had duck croquettes to start and a beef shin lasagne. Both were magnificent - and magnificently unfussy. Dessert was an indulgent, dark slice of something chcolate and pistachio -related. Bliss. You want coffee? It's back to the early 1990s and a cafetiere. You want the loo? It's outside and next door. But if you want a fantastic meal at (given the quality of the food) an absurdly reasonable price, this (very).small canteen is for you.

A really special experience with outstanding food 😍 well worth a visit 😋

Food and service are great and well worth a visit. It is very small, would be ideal for a large group and you could have the whole place to yourselves.

It is small. Jay Rayner never tries the veggie options. So all the meaty fishy dishes were excellent, and the desserts, say companions. The Stilton fritters and grape almond salad was fab. Actually would have been a good main. But why oh why do people think squash and pasta or rice is a good combo? It's the quiche of the era. The lasagne sheets were excellent, the bechamel was rich but tasteless and the huge chunks of squash were unwelcome. I couldn't taste either herbs or spices so it was bland. Spicy broccoli was a good touch. The staff are lovely and the place is funky.

Exceptional food, service and atmosphere. The whole team couldn't have been more welcoming. We loved the food, from the complementary bread and dips to the starter, main (with side included in the price) and pudding. Fresh, exciting, yet simple everything was delicious! We can't wait to come back again!

This is easily one of the best restaurants in Newcastle. The food is all cooked by a single chef who tends to everything with the utmost care. The prices are incredibly reasonable, including the price of wine. The menu changes regularly with everything being cooked expertly with a really personal touch. I had amazing smoked haddock croquettes to start (£8) and confit duck (£19) as a main. Both were five-star dishes. My partner and I shared a bottle of Prosecco which was £22, which is so reasonable for a restaurant of this quality. I've paid a lot more for a lot less! I will definitely be returning.

An amazing find . I loved the branded crockery !! The food was amazing and service so friendly . It is small so obviously you hear snippets of other conversations but that’s part of the charm . For the amazing food and uniqueness definitely recommend !

A lucky find for us! Weirdly not visible on Google maps unless you are searching. We were lucky enough to get an early walk in on a Saturday night, I’d advise booking! We were quickly settled in with delicious bread and dips and icy water. The menu is small, but why have lots of things when you can cook a couple of things to perfection? Both of us were pretty silent after our dishes arrived apart from the occasional contented noise. We both had braised beef with horseradish mash, wilted spinach and the most amazing shallots! My partner had a plum crumble tart and I had a cheese course. Both were excellent We really enjoyed the whole small canteen experience with friendly attentive service

Recommend having 1 of everything and sharing it all. Chef is unreal, service was class and was attentive when needed. The food was unreal and I couldn’t have prepared myself for the food that was going to be made. A friend that I went with recommended you and I’m so happy I experienced it. Everything was top quality. From the service, garnishing and display of the food to its taste. Absolutely ridiculous flavours. Would recommend to anyone ever

This is THE spot to eat in Newcastle. I bring all my friends, visitors, and family here. Time and time again, I am/we are served the highest quality food in Newcastle. The attention to flavour profiles and presentation will struggle to be matched. We are consistently left laughing out of shere delight at each mouthful. The cosy and personal setting within a small venue provide an experience that is difficult to find anywhere else. An opportunity to speak to the owner and chef as he prepares each course is a small detail that adds a lot to the value of this establishment. The menu is regularly adapted, I leave one evening hoping to eat the same again the at next opportunity - yet are met with a whole new palate that delivers on par with the last. I am learning about my own appreciation of food alongside a talented chef who is exploring their abilities to deliver it. If you don’t know, get to know.

This is THE spot to eat in Newcastle. I bring all my friends, visitors, and family here. Time and time again, I am/we are served the highest quality food in Newcastle. The attention to flavour profiles and presentation will struggle to be matched. We are consistently left laughing out of shere delight at each mouthful. The cosy and personal setting within a small venue provide an experience that is difficult to find anywhere else. An opportunity to speak to the owner and chef as he prepares each course is a small detail that adds a lot to the value of this establishment. The menu is regularly adapted, I leave one evening hoping to eat the same again the at next opportunity - yet are met with a whole new palate that delivers on par with the last. I am learning about my own appreciation of food alongside a talented chef who is exploring their abilities to deliver it. If you don’t know, get to know.

Banging meals all round no complaints I think the scran was amazing starter main dessert get your fill appreciate the duckin scran

This is one of the best places you could eat in Newcastle. The menu is small but better for being so. Every dish is delicious. The service is great and the atmosphere intimate. You must go!

once you manage to open the dodgy entrance door, it’s all good, a warm friendly welcome with a smile and you can already sense that it will be good. on the table already waiting was a glass of water, bread and 3 sauces, tapenade, aioli and a salsa verde. the menu is small but perfectly fine, ideal for the people like myself who struggle to make decisions, they also have reasonably priced, open house wines which is something always like. I presume the menu changes daily or perhaps every other day so it’s all fresh and not microwaved stuff from the freezer. I had the ham and duck terrine which was very tasty, nice with the peppercorns and warm prunes and a little salad. main was mutton, very tender, a fabulous sauce that I’d very happy to make myself and serve it my guests. had to order some more bread as it was so yum, “fare la scarpetta” as they say in Italy. It’s all cooking from the heart, proper soul food which is sadly hard to find. great food, excellent service. 10/10.

charming little restaurant. once you manage to open the dodgy entrance door, it’s all good, a warm friendly welcome with a smile and you can already sense that it will be good. on the table already waiting was a glass of water, bread and 3 sauces, tapenade, aioli and a salsa verde. the menu is small but perfectly fine, ideal for the people like myself who struggle in making decisions, a decent, reasonably priced open house wine. I presume the menu changes daily or perhaps every other day so it’s all fresh and not microwaved stuff from the freezer. I had a ham and duck terrine which was very tasty, nice with the peppercorns and warm prunes and a little salad. main was mutton, very tender, a fabulous sauce that I’d very happy to make myself and serve it my guests. had to order some more bread as it was so yum, “fare la scarpetta” as they say in italy. It’s all cooking from the heart, proper soul food which is hard to find. great food, excellent service. 10/10.

Good atmosphere and a friendly environment to enjoy great food with friends. Would recommend to anyone.

The best tea in Newcastle. A hidden gem, that won’t break your wallet.

Cannot begin to say how lovely this place is! Almost before we sat down we were served iced water, bread, salsa verde and alioli - delicious! The menu is small, which is fine by me. Sadly, the fish dish main was not on tonight, but we all had amazing food. The best bit was the dessert. I had panna cotta with blackberries and the most delicious seeded tuile - sublime… and then a black cherry martini to finish, to die for! Can’t rate this place high enough!

The Small Canteen is, surprise, small. And the menu is also pretty small, with a choice of 3 starters, 2 mains and 3 desserts. But definitely do not think about being put off by any of that. The menu is clever and all of the food tasted fantastic

Understandably limited choice but all 4 of us agreed everything we ate and drank was excellent-highly recommend this place

We went for an early meal at this restaurant, one Wednesday evening. I had to try three times to get a booking because it is so popular. When we arrived we were welcomed and asked to sit on stools at the higher table along the window. We ordered some drinks and almost immediately we were served bread, houmous and olive tapenade. The drinks arrived fairly quickly, a Blood Orange Negroni, which was apparently delicious and a “designer” beer which was also very nice. We normally just have one course so we decided to miss out the starters. There was a choice of three mains and my wife ordered the fish dish, and I ordered the meat dish. (the other dish is obviously vegetarian). We ordered half a litre of white wine to go with the main courses and it was delicious and extremely good value at £9. We finished our appetisers, and before the mains came two delicious home-made cheesy biscuits with a creamy cheesy dip arrived. I had chicken supreme on the bed of vegetables with a stuffed boned chicken leg . My wife had sea bream on a bed of samphire with shrimps and new potatoes. Both dishes were absolutely delicious and really quite substantial. The atmosphere was really nice. We were the first in, but by the time we left there were nine or 10 people there and because the place is so small, it was really buzzy. One slight tiny gripe would be that, at the age of 67, I would have preferred to have sat at a table rather than up on the high stools (we were first in so it made it even more difficult to understand). However this will not stop us from definitely coming back.

Edited review….. the food was very good and thoroughly enjoyable. I was shocked to see 0 stars in the chronicle but the owner has said to me that the hot water had gone off that day and that is why it has to be reinspected which I totally believe as this is not a dirty place but a very clean and new establishment.

An excellent informal evening with well prepared and executed dishes. Ox cheeks that melted in the mouthwash accompanied by an unctuous gravy and salty spinach for our mains. This was bracketed by a smoked mackerel pate that hit the tastebuds and to finish spiced rhubarb and walnut cake and muscavado ice cream. Great value for money two very happy diners looked after by Vincent serving us he's a super guy thanks.

Excellent, always excellent. Best restaurant in Newcastle by a mile. The fact this place only has 5 star reviews says a lot. It’s small, it’s modest, the service is great, the food is fresh and different every visit, and the pricing is spot on.

I am selfish. I want the place to myself so I can always get a table. This is simple food cooked with love ... and it fills you up....not one of those taster places where you need a bag of chips afterwards. The menu is usually 1 veggie 1 fishy 1 meaty. Don.t whinge ... just eat . And the puds ... yummy yummy my fat tummy. The primitivo was perfect and not a silly price. PLEASE DON'T GO. Date of visit: April 2023

Came for our wedding anniversary on a Tuesday night. This is a tiny but lovely space and the food is fabulous. Our waiter was charming and the chef was v friendly. I think this would be an amazing place to book out for a celebration...

The thing that makes this restaurant brilliant is that it's a small selection of food, done incredibly well! Everything feels fresh and truly made for you. The atmosphere is lovely, and the waiter was great to speak with. Have been multiple times and would recommend it to anyone who loves good, homey food!

Been to the Small Canteen twice with friends, and every time the food has been exceptional. Great ambience, well priced and always delicious. Small menu but everything in it has gone down a treat. Looking forward to returning soon!

Cosy little place with exceptional food, will be back.

Fantastic food in a cozy atmosphere, one of my favourite spots in Newcastle. Exciting whenever a change to the menu drops!

Wonderful attentive service, small but we felt in our own space. Amazing food. Loved the pickled pear and rhubarb. The roast cod was superb. Great selection of fantastic yet reasonably priced wine. Would recommend the blood orange negroni .. unbelievable at £6. Go there now!!

Went for a 3 course Valentine’s meal here. Would highly recommend. Was very cosy, food is cooked fresh and they have a seasonal menu. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Best to book in advance.

Visited 14/02 and had an amazing experience. The service was great. The food was delicious and had good portions. I would highly recommend the soft shell crab and beef cheek. Only £18 for a litre carafe of wine - the red wine was very tasty. A very unique and small restaurant with the toilet located outside around the corner! Would encourage everyone to visit this gem.

Absolutely delicious and really welcoming. One of the best meals I've had in a long time. Staff were really attentive and happy to help without being pushy. Will 100% be coming back again and recommend you do too!

There is a real buzz around the up and coming food culture in Newcastle nowadays, and The Small Canteen really does fit right in I attended on a Friday evening with my partner, and was surprised to find it really is a small canteen! It...

I visited this place with my partner after seeing it on instagram. As soon as we walked in I knew I was going to love it! The place is very cosy and intimate, the staff are kind and wholesome and the food is out of...

I went for a private party at The Small Canteen and it was perfect. All the food was brilliant: everyone attending had nothing but praise to give in the days following the party. The small space is well lit, with a vibrant atmosphere and good...

Great food, tastes so fresh. Generous portions and reasonable prices! Cody ambience, great experience! Staff very nice, excellent service! Highly recommended 😊

Great food, tastes very fresh. Very generous portions and reasonable prices. Highly recommended!

We had a wonderful relaxed meal here in a lovely welcoming setting. Delicious food, lovely staff, all for a reasonable price! Definitely worth coming out of your way to visit. Can't wait to come again soon.

What an amazing place. It seats about 15 covers and you are likely to be sat right next to people that you don’t know, unless you hire the whole place which the owner told us was possible. Any concerns you may have sitting with other people quickly dissipates by the warm welcome and simply generous and incredible food. The menu changes regularly but I can honestly say in terms of quantity, quality and hospitality there is no where better for the price in Newcastle right now. On a practical note parking can be a bit tight around the restaurant so just allow a few mins to get your self sorted and to get to the toilet you need to go outside of the restaurant to access so taking a coat is a good idea in the winter. All that being said, this is a must dining experience!

Fantastic food and brilliant service, will definitely be back!

The food, superb, the music. Perfect. What a gorgeous atmosphere. If you want incredible food and a wonderfully relaxed evening then I will highly recommend. The wine and the duck was especially delicious Cannot wait to return

Pork and brandied prunes were stunning. Hake and mussels so fresh they must have just come out of the sea! Service was great, quick, and friendly.

We have just had a wonderful meal with family at the Small Canteen. The waiter was wonderful, the atmosphere was incredible and the food was sublime. This is my third trip and I hate cooking, so all family occasions will be here

I cannot recommend The Small Canteen enough, such a beautiful little place with amazing staff and even better food. Such a hidden gem of Newcastle, I would make the trip out of the city centre just to visit this restaurant.

A proper hidden gem, some of the best food you can get in Newcastle. Never disappoints. (If the cheese soufflé is on just get it, trust me)

Not a bad word to say about this place, food is of such a high standard and the value for money is incredibly good. A real little gem I can’t wait to visit again and again! Can’t get enough of the soft shell crab starter...

The grub is delicious, the boss is friendly (and doesn't talk football) the wine is unusual (try the orange wine you guys ...white wine made like red wine ... or something!!! And he also does do a brill pecarino) . And the price ain't bad....

Our first visit to The Small Canteen but definitely not our last. Every dish is thoughtfully and skillfully prepared to amazing standards. There's a passion for flavour here that's hard to find elsewhere. Our experience was only added to by the intimate, unpretentious surroundings. Not cheap but very good value. Book early to avoid disappointment!

The food was phenomenal and very well priced. We had a lovely meal and thoroughly enjoyed the cozy atmos

Went for the first time and was blown away by it all! A small but cosy restaurant with lovely staff and most importantly great (and great value) food! We will definitely be back and if you're looking you should definitely give it a go :)

What a great find we will certainly return. A big thank you to The Small Canteen..

Small bistro in Newcastle. Excellent food, tapas sharing plate and soft shell crab were superb. Small but great wine and craft beer menu. Very reasonably priced. Sam , the owner and chef, lovely guy and a very talented cook. The waitress was very friendly and...

Was there for the 1st birthday party. Food was outstanding. Cant wait to go back Thanks for the hospitality!

This unassuming, cosy restaurant is a must visit! We had such a lovely dinner here last night: fresh, tasty food, nice red wine, friendly service and all very reasonably priced! The chicken with spring vegetables was cooked perfectly and came with chicken breast pieces wrapped in bacon and a red wine sauce that paired perfectly. The smoked haddock was an equally delicious main. The star of the show for me though was the dessert: chocolate cake with hazelnuts and a homemade dark chocolate ice cream. Divine! The menu changes regularly so check Instagram for the latest. We will definitely be back!

Lovely small little bistro Food was beautiful Between our party of four we had the soft shell crab starter which was wonderfully tasty. One of us had the celeriac and spinach gratin which tasted rich, creamy and very tasty and came with a roasted pepper.new...

Wow. I've just recommended the Small Canteen to a friend and was very surprised by the lack of Trip Advisor reviews. However, I was definitely not surprised that all reviews were 5 star. Newcastle's little hidden secret. What more could you want? Food, service and...

We went for tea early doors. The food was excellent with a very small menu but really good choices. The wine was excellent value at £14 per litre for house wine. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We had a very relaxed meal which...

Really nice small place with seats outside when it's warm, such tasty food, cute atmosphere and good prices!