Dobson and Parnell

4.6 ( 521 reviews )
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21 Queen St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3UG, United Kingdom
+44 191 221 0904

Located at 21 Queen St, Newcastle upon Tyne, Dobson and Parnell is an exceptional fine dining destination that delights its guests with a contemporary menu and an intimate atmosphere. Patrons rave about the exquisite 7-course taster menu that showcases beautifully presented dishes, each one prepared to perfection and paired with attentive, knowledgeable service.

Many reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating staff, who create a welcoming environment and go above and beyond to ensure each dining experience is memorable. For instance, the staff celebrated a guest’s birthday with thoughtful gestures, enhancing the celebratory mood. This personal touch is mirrored in the attention given to each dish as the servers describe its components, making diners feel special and informed.

Moreover, the atmosphere is described as relaxed yet sophisticated, ideal for both casual meals and special occasions. Guests consistently commend the restaurant's quality, presentation, and variety of dishes, further solidifying its reputation as a Michelin-worthy establishment. With a focus on contemporary cuisine and a commitment to exemplary service, Dobson and Parnell truly ensures that each meal is not just about food, but an overall dining experience that keeps patrons returning for more.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Lunch reservations recommended
    • Reservations required
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Paid parking lot
    • Paid street parking
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Dobson and Parnell

shane skinner
Jun 18,2025
My daughter chose Dobson & Parnell for her 18th birthday family dinner. What a great intimate place. Just a stones throw from the busy Quayside, it's easy to miss this gem. We chose the classic 7 course taster menu. The presentation was beautiful. Each course was a delight. The serving staff explained the contents of each dish as each course was presented. It was an amazing experience. The staff were attentive without being overbearing. My daughter was given a glass of wine when staff asked whose 18th birthday it was when we arrived. We even scored for some cocktail cherries! Our children were surprised at how good they tasted. The bar overheard & sent over a plate. The sous chef visited the table, after our meal, as I had mentioned my daughter had finished her catering course at college & moving off to the lakes to start her career. He was very interested in what my daughter was saying. We also discussed the menu & our highlights. I honestly cannot recommend this place enough. It truly is a dining experience. Thank you all for a special night.
Gemma Hirst
Jun 14,2025
I had a virgin exp voucher so i put it towards a three course meal with fizz for 2 at dobson parnell. Booked on IG as I had 0 reply on phone and email. Arrived at 12 and all really good, never been before so did not know what to expect. They took our coats and took us to our table. Explained the menu, opened the fizz and took our orders. The food we ordered (see images) was delicious, seriously impressed. Really tasty, had never tasted anything like it before. You can see why it is michelin worthy. I also like the desighn of the resturant too. Staff are really attentive.
Darren
Jun 7,2025
We had a lovely meal here. Couldn't fault anything. Food was delicious and the staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive. Wouldn't hesitate to come back. Deserves all 5 stars
M&C Reynolds
May 22,2025
Fantastic Quayside eatery serving contemporary food in a relaxed setting. Beautiful dining room designed by the restaurant namesakes. Great choice of delicious starters, main and desserts. Friendly and efficient service and laid back atmosphere. The quality, presentation and menu choices were all superb. Check the website for promotions, fixed price menus and offers - we took advantage of restaurant week and cocktails and were not disappointed. Would definitely recommend.
Crozza
May 18,2025
Visited here for the first time on restaurant week. We had it eyeballed for a while, and we certainly weren't disappointed. Welcoming staff, friendly table service, and no long waits in between courses. The food was absolutely delicious, well presented, plenty of it and there were empty plates from us Enjoyed the whole experience, clean and tidy, lovely relaxed atmosphere This place deserves all 5 stars, and wouldn't hesitate to go back or recommend to others. Reasonably priced, for the quality of the dishes on offer
C
May 2,2025
The one thing that surprised was how quiet it was, granted it was Thursday lunch time but in my opinion the 2/3 course set lunch menu offers excellent value for money in a restaurant with a special atmosphere. Well worth a visit and combining with a walk along the quayside. FYI the creamy pic was creamed goats cheese with beetroot and candied nuts, truly delicious.
D Cope
Apr 28,2025
Wow! This place fully deserves all the awards it has received. We had a late Friday evening booking (9.30pm) so it was quieter than earlier in the evening but the whole experience was fantastic! Very friendly service, unbelievably delicious food, great selection of wines, beers and cocktails. The menu was really varied and it was hard not to order every starter, main and dessert. Very good value for what we enjoyed - if this restaurant was in London the prices would have been double! All this capped off by the small excellent touch that they have heating for stored coats so you literally leave with a warm glow! Highly, highly recommended and congratulations to the whole D&P team!
Justin Brown
Apr 13,2025
Me and my girlfriend visited in October for my 30th birthday. Immediately the level of customer service we received on arrival was 10/10 and continued throughout the whole time we were there, the food was fantastic and the atmosphere matched it. The guy who was looking after us was a credit to the restaurant and even made me a complimentary cocktail as it was my birthday. A beautiful place I can't wait to visit again.

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