Cocktail Bars In Newcastle

Sometimes, only a perfectly mixed drink will do for your evening out or daytime drinking. Whether you're more into the fruity kind or fancy something a bit more heady, there's a glass (or jug) for everyone in this city. To help you decide, check out our guide to the very best cocktail bars in Newcastle.

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Last updated on 18th March 2025



Banyan Newcastle

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Spanning across two stories, Banyan is a buzzing cocktail bar and restaurant that can be found just opposite Monument - right in the heart of the city. The stylish spot flaunts golden decor, cool neon signs and floral displays on the ceiling, with comfy booths to relax in.

Secure yourself two-for-one cocktails every day, and from 5pm on Saturdays, with favourites including a Madagascan daquiri or the Rhubarb an Custard. Plus, you can enjoy the likes of Thai red curry, Korean fried chicken burgers or steak tacos on the food menu.

Mother Mercy - Fenwick

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Located on the first floor of the iconic Fenwick department store, Mother Mercy is an elegant cocktail bar that's filled with pastel pink decor and white marble-topped tables. They serve all kinds of creative tipples, from a marmalade gin and tonic to the spiced pear bellini, as well as all the classics.

From Sunday to Friday, you can also nab their cracking cocktails and cake deal, costing just £50 for two people. This promises 90 minutes of free-flowing cocktail teapots, paired with fresh cakes and pastries from the talented Fenwick team.

Alvinos

One of the coolest rooftop cocktail bars in Newcastle serving cocktails, Alvinos is den of funky decor, including old vinyl records, posters and wall murals. Plus, the drinks list here is varied, with ones mixed from the full spectrum of spirits available, so you won't be far from finding a new favourite.