Tiger Tiger Newcastle - Great Food in the Most Unlikely of Venues!

Don't worry, the Fat Spoon hasn't completely lost it. In one of Newcastle's leading stag/hen party hell holes (second only to the Bigg market) lies Tiger Tiger's restaurant. And it really is a hidden gem of great contemporary cuisine, cooked to a pretty decent standard. If your attending on a Friday evening you will have to fight your way through the trolls of society, but once you reach the back of the bar you'll be greeted by a serene and stylish restaurant. The menu would be a rather expensive, if it weren't for the fact that they operate a 50% discount off food and drinks most evenings between 5-9pm. This highly affordable menu covers everything from simple pub classics such as bangers 'n' mash to more decadent features such as rose veal schnitzel and lobster frites. The staff are friendly but possibly drunk, either that or incredibly clumsy, but are happy to accommodate large parties with private rooms and attentive service. All in all, a very satisfying restaurant that is suitable for students and gourmet-seekers alike. 72%

The Big Mussel - Big on Excellence

When it comes to mussels, these guys don't mess around! Coming in a variety of interesting flavours and cooked to perfection, their trademark mussel mania bowls really are worth a try. The rest of the menu boasts a number of other well delivered seafood dishes, from sea bass to oysters and even reasonably priced lobster. And for those of you who aren't a fan of seafood, there is even a selection of decent of steaks and grill dishes to satisfy you. All to be washed down with a terrific array of continental beers. The cuisine is also often accompanied by a very agreeable aura provided by tasteful live acoustic acts. But what the Big Mussel does best is provide all this great food and ambiance in a comfortable and welcoming environment, with out the need for poncy prices or minuscule portions. The staff are generally very attentive and they even operate a number of student/early bird deals if your wallets feeling a bit delicate. A haven for seafood lovers! 84%