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Make sure to sample fine local meats and produce. Look for restaurants that serve game from the Kielder Forest, local lamb from the hillsides, salmon and trout from the rivers, and shellfish, crab, and oysters from the coast. Outside the cities, the region lags somewhat behind other parts of England in terms of good places to eat, although there are special spots to be found. Aside from the ubiquitous chains, the best bets are often small country pubs that serve the traditional, hearty fare associated with the region. Don't wait until 9 pm to have dinner, though, or you may have a hard time finding a place that’s still serving.
Ignore the dad-joke pun—this is a really good, modern, vegetarian- and celiac-friendly café. Mismatched, shabby-chic furniture fills the cozy dining room, where you can enjoy delicious, fresh scones, cakes, gluten-free desserts, and tasty panini and wraps. It's easily missed, so look out for the salmon-colored door at the corner of Saddler Street and Owengate.
A nicely old-fashioned air pervades this 17th-century building on the main square. Drop in for a tasty light lunch, or just a slice of cake, and tea served from an antique silver pot. It also has a pleasant little housewares and gift shop attached.
The snug bar and restaurant of this remote, peaceful, 17th-century pub make an excellent place to dine. Fine local meat goes into its famous savory pies—take your pick from the likes of wild boar and duckling—while the unfussy menu also features such staples as fish-and-chips, Whitby scampi, and lasagna with garlic bread. Two cottages are available for rent. The inn is 3½ miles east of Greenhead on the B6318.
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