Tuxedo Junction, Market Street

Opened in 1979 by a former ice cream man with an eye for all things cool, Tuxedo Junction was the first attempt since the Sixties at a truly aspirational nightspot in Newcastle. This was the beginning of an era in Britain defined by the Harry Enfield catchphrase "Loads of Money", and no expense was spared in making Geordies feel like weekend millionaires. In a stroke of PR genius, David Bowie was sent packing from the door lest he lowered the tone, which was guaranteed to make the Brians and Maureens from Shiremoor feel that extra bit special.

The club broke no new ground musically but will be forever remembered for the innovation of having telephones on each table. This was considered mind-bogglingly modern in the days before mobile phones, enabling admirers and stalkers to communicate directly across a crowded room with the objects of their desire. The loud music meant you couldn't hear the things ring, never mind conduct a conversation, and eventually, the heavy breathers drifted off to other clubs. The Tux was acquired by Quadrini's rival Joe 'Mr Bigg Market' Robertson and underwent a variety of name changes, and the premises are currently in other ownership and occupied by the Vamos! Social Club.