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You'll find a wide range of restaurants in Durham below.

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From stylish restaurants in some of the county's best hotels, to chic eateries offering in amazing locations across the county, you'll find something to whet your appetite in Durham.

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Lumley Castle

Lumley Castle - Knight's Restaurant

The elegant setting and superb food on offer in our award winning Knights Restaurant make it a…

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Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

A truly exclusive dining experience. Offering a wide range of delicious locally sourced Meat, Fish…

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An example of the afternoon tea Café Bowes makes featuring macaroons, scones and swan style biscuit.

Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum

With Cafe Bowes' modern space and wonderful views over the gardens and countryside you can relax,…

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Cast Iron Bar, Grill & Terrace

Cast Iron Bar is the place to visit for outstanding cocktails, draft beers, intimate nights out or…

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Babul's Darlington

If you’re visiting Darlington and in the mood for something bold, vibrant and full of heart Babul’s…

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Lord Crewe Arms

Once upon a time a 12th Century Abbot's Priory, The Lord Crewe Arms of today is humble, honest and…

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Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo

Set in the ‘perfect little city’ of Durham, Marco Pierre White’s Steakhouse Bar & Grill treats…

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Pembertons Rotisserie & Carvery at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa's Pembertons Rotisserie and Carvery is open from 0700 until 2200…

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Geko at Seaham Hall

Inspired by the Japanese word for moonlight, Geko reflects the tranquil beauty of County Durham’s…

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Jozef’s Riverside Bar & Restaurant

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham invites guests to enjoy a very stylish and unique twist on the…

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Headlam Hall Restaurant

Welcome to our award winning restaurant - serving the best local produce from the North East of…

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Faru

Restaurant Faru is the first restaurant from Jake and Laura Siddle. It is located in the heart of…

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  • 1Lumley Castle - Knight's Restaurant
  • 2Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  • 3Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum
  • 4Cast Iron Bar, Grill & Terrace
  • 5Babul's Darlington
  • 6Lord Crewe Arms
  • 7Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo
  • 8Pembertons Rotisserie & Carvery at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  • 9Geko at Seaham Hall
  • 10Jozef’s Riverside Bar & Restaurant
  • 11Headlam Hall Restaurant
  • 12Faru
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  1. The front of Manor House

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    The Manor House Hotel and Spa - The Restaurant

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    West Auckland

    Our bright and contemporary restaurant is a great place to gather for a family dinner, a business lunch or an intimate dinner. Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the day.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
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  2. 1744 Restaurant at Redworth Hall

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    1744 Restaurant at Redworth Hall Hotel

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    Newton Aycliffe

    Our 1744 Restaurant here at Redworth Hall Hotel is situated in the heart of the hotel, serving exquisite dishes in lovely surroundings.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Green Awards Green Tourism - Silver 2024Green Tourism - Silver
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  3. Coghlans at Barningham

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    Coghlans Restaurant at Barningham

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    Barningham

    Discover, "The Hidden Gem of the Dale" at Coghlans at Barningham. Coghlans restaurant is the perfect place to dine, using the finest, indigenous produce. 3-6 course menu starting from £22.50 per person.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
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  4. Dining area at Bailey's Bar and Grill

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    Bailey's Bar and Grill

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    Croxdale

    Bailey's Restaurant - the Honest Lawyer Hotel. The hotel’s renowned AA rosette awarded Baileys Bar and Restaurant. Food served all day, offering a quality combination of locally sourced food, a relaxed atmosphere and friendly service.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  5. Entrance

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    Rio Brazilian Steakhouse - Durham

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    Durham City

    Let us take you on a culinary journey into the Tijuca Urban Forest that surrounds Rio de Janeiro, with planted walls and flowered ceilings towering high above a traditional Brazilian Churrasco dining experience!

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  6. Dining area at Holi & Bhang

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    Holi and Bhang Restaurant and Bar

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    The Avenue, Durham City

    Welcome to Holi and Bhang Restaurant and Bar
    “Authentic and exotic Indian flavours with a Western connection – where East meets West”
    Join us where exotic flavours are combined with vibrant spices and the atmosphere is intoxicated with life that…

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  7. Exterior of The Rose and Crown

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    The Rose and Crown

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    Romaldkirk, Barnard Castle

    Food is served daily in the fabulous bar at both lunch and dinner and evening meals can also be enjoyed in the Oak Panelled Restaurant. The menus reflect the superb produce from this rural region and combines well-cooked pub classic dishes with fine…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Good Hotel Guide 2020 – Editors Choice 2020Good Hotel Guide 2020 – Editors Choice
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Sawday's Best Authentic Pub 2020 2020Sawday's Best Authentic Pub 2020
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  8. A collection of the delicious Thai street food dishes that Zaap Thai offers - Gai Yang, Yum Mama, Gaeng Massamun, Khow Niew Mamuang, Gai Satay, Tom Yu

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    Zaap Thai Durham

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    Durham City

    Zaap Thai is bringing Bangkok's world-famous street food to Durham.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 12:00 - 22:00
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  9. Real ales at The Sticky Wicket Emirates Riverside Chester-le-Street

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    The Sticky Wicket

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    Chester-le-Street

    A Sports Bar serving great ales, wholesome food, and a kids menu so there’s some good all rounders for all the family.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  10. Sunday lunch

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    The Smithy at Runa Farm

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    Barnard Castle

    The Smithy is our magnificent bar and restaurant space at Runa Farm. Menus at The Smithy have a true field to fork focus that centres around the use of high-quality, locally grown produce with dishes that switch with the seasons. As such, we invite…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  11. Afternoon Tea Room at Walworth Castle (Credit - James Wallace)

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    Walworth Castle Hotel - Hansard's Bar Lounge Afternoon Tea Room

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    Darlington

    Hansard's Bar Lounge Afternoon Tea Room serves locally sourced, seasonal produce with a contemporary twist.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. The County at Aycliffe Village County Durham

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 404 reviews404 reviews

    The County

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    Newton Aycliffe

    Whether you are visiting us for lunch, evening meal or special occasion you won't be disappointed with our menus designed by our team of fantastic in house chefs.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020 2020TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  13. Hansards Bar Lounge at Walworth Castle (Credit - Mark Ingram Photography)

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    Walworth Castle Hotel - Hansard's Bar Lounge

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    Darlington

    Hansard's Bar Lounge serves locally sourced, seasonal produce with a contemporary twist.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  14. Black Horse Beamish

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1765 reviews1765 reviews

    Black Horse Beamish

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    Beamish

    Black Horse Beamish is a traditional ‘country feel’ family pub and restaurant, surrounded by beautiful countryside.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  15. Tapas Factory

    Durham

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  16. Le Raaj (Sedgefield)

    Sedgefield

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  17. The Travellers Rest

    Consett

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  18. The Cartologist

    Durham City

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  19. The Rabbit Hole

    Durham City

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  20. The Capital

    Durham City

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