Barluga is an independent bar and restaurant at 35 Grey Street in Newcastle upon Tyne. It occupies the former Bank of England building and has traded on the street for around 25 years. A covered terrace with planting, heaters and generous seating gives the venue an additional space that can be used through the seasons.
The food combines gastropub comfort with a more polished modern British à la carte menu. Bar snacks and sharing dishes sit beside fish and chips, burgers, pies, steaks, seafood and seasonal main courses. This range allows the restaurant to handle anything from drinks with a few plates to a complete dinner.
Current choices include seafood such as mussels and prawns, meat dishes and vegetable led alternatives, with salads and sandwiches providing lighter options. Sunday lunch brings a more traditional British focus using locally supplied produce. Dietary markings help diners navigate the menu, but anyone with an allergy should confirm ingredients and kitchen procedures directly with staff.
An extensive wine list and cocktail selection are central to Barluga’s identity as both a restaurant and a late day social venue. It suits after work drinks, a pre-theatre meal, a celebration or a leisurely Sunday lunch. The combination of the historic Grey Street building, modern British food and a comfortable terrace gives Barluga a distinctive place in central Newcastle.
Address: 35 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6EE, United Kingdom
Barluga Menu
Bar Snacks
Crispy Chilli Squid
coriander & chilli dipping sauce
Tempura Prawns
sweet chilli
Hot Honey Chicken Wings
blue cheese dip
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
bang bang dressing, peanuts
Lindisfarne Oysters (2)
sherry vinaigrette, lemon, tabasco
Whipped Goats Cheese
rocket, balsamic dressing, walnuts, toasted ciabatta
Jamon Iberico
18 months matured, picos & fresh fig
Hummus
dukkah, pitta bread, harissa oil
Nachos
tortilla chips, cheese, guacamole, salsa, sour cream, jalapeños
Frickles
sour cream & chive dip
Sides
Sizes: sml, lrg
Chips / Fries
Add Truffle & Parmesan
Sautéed Greens
House Salad
For The Table
Marcona Almonds
Rosemary Focaccia
olive oil & balsamic
Gordal Olives
Starters
Szechuan Chilli Beef
onions, peppers, szechuan sauce
Chilli & Garlic King Prawns
chilli butter, sourdough
Chicken Liver Parfait
crostini, red onion chutney
Barluga Mussels
crusty baguette. Choice of: classic: white wine, garlic, cream; thai yellow curry: coconut, green chilli, lemongrass; tomato & chilli
Burrata
heritage tomatoes, basil pesto
Mains
Poké Bowl
coriander rice, carrot, pickled cucumber, avocado, charred sweetcorn, edamame, radish, sesame. Add your protein: salmon fillet 6, grilled chicken 4, tiger prawn skewer 5.5, marinated tofu 4
Salmon & Coley Fish Cake
dill cream sauce, wilted spinach, poached egg, fries
Beef Burger
american cheese, bacon, pickles, burger sauce, served with chips or fries
Barluga Mussels
crusty baguette, choice of chips or fries. Choice of: classic: white wine, garlic, cream; thai yellow curry: coconut, green chilli, lemongrass; tomato & chilli
Greek Salad
olives, red onion, cucumber, tomatoes, feta, warm pitta, olive oil dressing. Add: grilled chicken 4, grilled halloumi 3.5, tiger prawn skewer 5.5
Caesar Salad
romaine lettuce, bacon, anchovies, soft boiled egg, aged parmesan, croutons. Add: grilled chicken 4, grilled halloumi 3.5, tiger prawn skewer 5.5
Fish & Chips
battered coley, mushy peas, tartare sauce, chips
Seafood Linguine
clams, coley, prawns, squid, garlic & chilli butter
Roasted Half Chicken
lemon, honey & thyme butter, salad, fries
Grill
all served with portobello mushroom, roast beef tomato, salad & chips or fries
10oz Rump
10oz Ribeye
Sandwiches
served with salad, choice of chips or fries. Add truffle & parmesan – 2
BBQ Pulled Pork
american cheese, coleslaw
Flat Iron Steak
american cheese, grilled mushrooms, red onion jam, mustard mayo
Fish Finger
coley goujons, tartare or tomato sauce
Caprese
buffalo mozzarella, tomato, pesto
Desserts
Sticky Toffee Pudding
butterscotch sauce, clotted cream ice cream
Lemon Meringue Tart
pineapple salsa
Eton Mess
vanilla cream, meringue, strawberries
Passion Fruit Cheesecake
vanilla ice cream, mango salsa
Tiramisu
coffee soaked sponge, mascarpone, dark chocolate shavings
Affogato
vanilla ice cream, espresso. Add: licor 43 vanilla liqueur for 4
Assiette
sticky toffee pudding, passion fruit cheesecake, lemon meringue tart, vanilla ice cream
Caffè Con Dolcetti
sticky toffee pudding or passion fruit cheesecake served with your choice of a barista crafted coffee or speciality tea
Sunday Lunch
2 courses: 26, 3 course: 31
Chicken Liver Parfait
crostini, red onion chutney
Burrata
heritage tomatoes, basil pesto
Szechuan Chilli Beef
onions, peppers, szechuan sauce
Barluga Mussels
crusty baguette. Choice of: classic: white wine, garlic, cream; thai yellow curry: coconut, green chilli, lemongrass; tomato & chilli
Topside of Beef
Roast Pork Loin
Chicken Supreme
Trio of Meat
a cut of each meat. £3 supplement
Wild Mushroom Wellington
served with yorkshire pudding, roasties, mash, seasonal veg & gravy
Salmon & Coley Fish Cake
dill cream sauce, wilted spinach, poached egg, fries
Sunday Lunch Extras
Yorkshire Pudding
Pork & Sage Stuffing
Roasties
Creamy Mash
Cauliflower Cheese
Sunday Lunch – Not Included in Set Menu
Greek Salad
olives, red onion, cucumber, tomatoes, feta, warm pitta, olive oil dressing. Add: grilled chicken 4, grilled halloumi 3.5, tiger prawn skewer 5.5
Caesar Salad
romaine lettuce, bacon, anchovies, soft boiled egg, aged parmesan, croutons. Add: grilled chicken 4, grilled halloumi 3.5, tiger prawn skewer 5.5
Fish & Chips
battered coley, mushy peas, tartare sauce, chips
Beef Burger
american cheese, bacon, pickles, burger sauce, served with chips or fries
Sunday Lunch Bar Snacks
not included in the set menu
Crispy Chilli Squid
coriander & chilli dipping sauce
Tempura Prawns
sweet chilli
Hot Honey Chicken Wings
blue cheese dip
Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
bang bang dressing, peanuts
Lindisfarne Oysters (2)
sherry vinaigrette, lemon, tabasco
Whipped Goats Cheese
rocket, balsamic dressing, walnuts, toasted ciabatta
Jamon Iberico
18 months matured, picos & fresh fig
Hummus
dukkah, pitta bread, harissa oil
Nachos
tortilla chips, cheese, guacamole, salsa, sour cream, jalapeños. Add: chilli con carne 4, pulled pork 4.5
Frickles
sour cream & chive dip
Sunday Lunch Sides
Sizes: sml, lrg
Chips / Fries
Add Truffle & Parmesan
Sautéed Greens
House Salad
Sunday Lunch Desserts
Sticky Toffee Pudding
butterscotch sauce, clotted cream ice cream
Lemon Meringue Tart
pineapple salsa
Eton Mess
vanilla cream, meringue, strawberries
Passion Fruit Cheesecake
vanilla ice cream, mango salsa
Tiramisu
coffee soaked sponge, mascarpone, dark chocolate shavings
Affogato
vanilla ice cream, espresso. Add: licor 43 vanilla liqueur for 4
Assiette
sticky toffee pudding, passion fruit cheesecake, lemon meringue tart, vanilla ice cream. £3 supplement
Caffè Con Dolcetti
sticky toffee pudding or passion fruit cheesecake; served with your choice of a barista crafted coffee or speciality tea
Kids Mains
Sliders
choose from: beef, chicken or halloumi; artisan brioche bun, gem lettuce & beef tomato; served with french fries
Pork & Leek Sausages
baked beans or garden peas; with french fries
Homemade Fish Goujons
baked beans or garden peas; with french fries
Kids Desserts
Ice Cream
Sticky Toffee Pudding
butterscotch sauce, vanilla ice cream
Homemade Cheesecake
today’s flavours
Liqueur Coffees
served with our very own central bean espresso coffee
Jameson’s
Martell Brandy
Disaronno Amaretto
Baileys
Frangelico
Digestifs
Bulas Ruby Port
Limoncello
Frangelico
Baileys
Courvoisier VSOP
Disaronno Amaretto
Sunday Lunch Liqueur Coffees
served with our very own central bean espresso coffee