Prepare for the Great North Run with a perfect bowl of pasta, re-fuel with hearty homemade treats or celebrate with refreshing cocktails in some of NE1’s best bars...
SIMPLYHEALTH GREAT NORTH RUN - SUNDAY 9 SEPTEMBER 2018
GO FASTER WITH PASTA >>
ZUCCHINI PASTA BAR
Go here for first class pasta! With so much to choose from in terms of style, toppings and sides, you'll be sure to find your pre-race fix at this cool carby spot in the centre of town!
ASK ITALIAN
This no-nonsense foodie hangout is great for quick and easy Italian food to help you carb up before race day! What’s more? If you don't fancy going out and want to cosy up at home before the big day, a delivery service will bring it straight to your door!
ZIZZI
Here you’ll find hearty pasta dishes and sides aplenty! Whether you fancy a bowl of spicy spaghetti, or a creamy carbonara, you’ll find anything you fancy on Zizzi’s menu! It’s a great spot for a meal with friends and large groups.
RE-FILL & RE-FUEL >>
THE HERB GARDEN
Pizza is always a good idea! What more could you want to get your body feeling full again? Enjoy a post-Great North Run pizza at The Herb Garden - a glorious spot in the railway arches.
THE BROAD CHARE
One of our favourite places for a spot of family lunch, and it’s sure to fill your tums after a big old run across Tyneside! Expect homely roast dinners on Sundays and local specials worth shouting about!
FAT HIPPO UNDERGROUND
Tucked underground just off Grey Street, go to this burger-lovers’ paradise for a bit of pick-me-up grub after the Great North Run. The American grill-style menu packs everything from burgers and fries to shakes and sweet stuff!
COCKTAIL O'CLOCK >>
THE BOTANIST
The Botanist puts the fun into cocktail creations! Who doesn’t want their cocktails served in a watering can? Make sure you check out this cool cocktail spot in the centre of town after the big run. Go on, you deserve a tipple or two!
LOLA JEANS
Elegant and cool with a huge selection of drinks, this sweet speakeasy just off Grey Street is the perfect place to party with friends and family over a cocktail or two!
TIGER HORNSBY
Tiger Hornsby is sleek, stylish and serves up a sumptuous cocktail menu, with something to cater to all tastebuds. Go here for everything from happy hour offers, to late night dancing and live DJ sets. Let’s get this Great North party started!
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