Harden's says
A bricks-and-mortar spin-off from the famous beachside shack of the same name; a deli and eatery for when the weather is too cold for al fresco eating (which to locals is around -5 degrees)
Harden's survey result
Summary
This 2021 opening is “a brilliant restaurant innovation in Tynemouth village to add to Adam Riley’s successful (and widely acclaimed) beach Fish Shack” – because “for all the hoo ha, who wants to sit on a beach with the wind whipping in from the North Sea? Better be tucked up inside, where you can have an excellent selection of small plates, often using parts of the fish (e.g. cod jaw) that are otherwise discarded”. “Dishes range from simple small plates made to order at the ground floor wet fish counter, to an outstanding 5-course themed meal in the first-floor dining room, allowing chef to showcase his creative skills using the latest catch.”
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Riley's Fish Shop Restaurant Diner Reviews

"It's not large and you have to book well ahead, it's also not cheap, but they really know what they are doing with fish and everything to go with it. For good reason it looks like a special occasion spot for those who care about their food. "
3-5 Percy Park Road, Tynemouth, NE30 4LZ
Opening hours
Monday | CLOSED |
Tuesday | CLOSED |
Wednesday | CLOSED |
Thursday | CLOSED |
Friday | 5 pm‑12 am |
Saturday | CLOSED |
Sunday | CLOSED |
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