Harissa

Perfect evening - warm, friendly and efficient staff, comfortable and relaxing space, food outstanding - so much work had gone into many of the dishes, complex, rich flavours all very well balanced - inventive and surprising dishes, good portions (perhaps a little generous in places) but everything so light and fresh that even with 3 courses, extra pitta (divine) and a cheeky extra starter we didn't feel horribly stuffed. Rare for me to have a pudding but the list got me!

After suffering through a disastrous experience at a restaurant down the street myself and my two friends stumbled upon Harissa looking for a Plan B. It was 830pm and we were extremely hungry and increasingly desperate for dinner! While the name clearly suggested Mediterranean cuisine we didn't really know what to expect. We proceeded to have the single best Mediterranean meal any of the 3 of us had ever had. The chicken souvlaki is not only the best souvlaki I've ever had it is one of the best pieces of chicken I've ever been served. Fabulous pitas and even the house red was unusually good for a house red wine. The sheer quality of everything served and the integrity of their approach to food really shone through. Huge thank you to the owners for a truly lovely experience and helping turn a terrible night into a triumphant one. We can't wait to return!

Booked table with ease online. Very cosy little place. Really good food, and a good drinks selection. Apparently the menu changes often. We had hummus, scotch egg, and falafal (which were particularly amazing) to share, and then each had schwarma - I had lamb, boyfriend had chicken. Really tasty food and a relaxed atmosphere. Only minor issue is that we wanted a second drink but staff didn't come back to take our drink order after looking at the menu - just note that they are quite busy so probably best to order everything at once! I have already recommended it to a family member visiting Newcastle, and I would go back in a heartbeat.

Harissa is an absolute gem! The restaurant is beautifully lit with an intimate and relaxed feeling. The food itself is delicious - we had the mezes and they were well presented and a good portion. Everything is carefully crafted and the food is local where possible. Make Harissa your next meal out and you won't be disappointed!