The Muddler is a Pan Asian restaurant and cocktail bar at 69 Grey Street in the centre of Newcastle. Dark wood, black and gold details and a relaxed art deco mood make the interior feel polished without becoming formal. Its position near the Theatre Royal is especially convenient for lunch, dinner and meals before a performance.
Small plates are designed for sharing and draw inspiration from Filipino, Malaysian, Japanese, Chinese and other Asian traditions. Crispy chilli squid, adobo glazed pork belly and mapo tofu show how the menu moves between seafood, meat and plant based cooking. Dim sum and robata dishes add further textures and ways to order.
Main courses and set menus are available for diners who prefer a more structured meal, while lunch combinations and bento style choices suit shorter visits. The varied menu makes it easy for a group to build a table around several flavours. Guests with allergies should consult the current information and discuss cross contact with the team before ordering.
Cocktails are a major part of the identity, often pairing Asian fruits, herbs or spice with familiar bar formats. Wine, beer and alcohol free choices give the drinks list broader reach. The Muddler combines an atmospheric Grey Street room with flexible sharing food and a bar confident enough to be a destination in its own right.
Address: 69 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6EF, United Kingdom
The Muddler Menu
Vegetarian/Vegan Small Plates & Sides
Vegetable Spring Rolls
Spring rolls filled with mixed vegetables, served with sweet chilli dipping sauce. (V)
Mapo Tofu
Tofu braised in a rich, spicy, and savoury sauce with chilli, spring onions, green beans and Chinese cabbage. (V)
Vegetable Tempura
A colourful assortment of tempura vegetables, served with Thai dipping sauce. (V)
Vegetable Yakitori
Skewered robata grilled vegetables glazed in a sticky savoury, sweet and smoky marinade. (V)
Kkanpoong
Vietnamese inspired dish with crispy fried tofu in a rich soy, garlic and mushroom sauce with beansprouts, spring onions garnished with lime and shichimi powder. (V)
Vermicelli Noodles
Rice noodles stir-fried with a blend of Asian vegetables. (V)
Stir-Fried Greens
Fresh greens stir-fried with garlic and soy sauce. (V)
Asian Slaw
(V)
Vegetarian/Vegan Large Plates
Tofu Red Thai Curry
Fragrant Red Thai curry with mixed peppers, green beans and spring onion, served with steamed rice. (V)
Mapo Tofu
Tofu braised in a rich spicy and savoury sauce with chilli, spring onions, green beans and Chinese cabbage served with steamed rice. (V)
Vegetarian/Vegan Sushi
Yasai Uramaki
Cucumber, avocado, asparagus, inari, sesame seeds. (V)
Tamago Maki
(V)
Cucumber Maki
(V)
Avocado Maki
(V)
Asparagus Maki
(V)
Avocado Nigiri
(V)
Inari Nigiri
(V)
Vegetarian Sushi Platter
4pcs Yasai Uramaki, 2pcs Inari Nigiri, 2pcs Avocado Nigiri, 4pcs CucumberMaki, 4pcs Asparagus Maki, 4pcs Avocado Maki. (V)
Lunch Offers
Available Monday – Friday, 12pm – 4pm.
Bento Box
A beautifully presented Japanese-style lunch box featuring a delicious selection of our best-selling dishes – perfect for a light yet satisfying midday meal. Includes: Steamed Rice (V), Asian Slaw (V), Soy Sauce, Steamed Edamame (V) or x 2 Vegetable Spring Rolls. Pick your curry: Thai Red Curry (choice of Chicken, Prawn, Tofu (V)), Mapo Curry (choice of Chicken, Prawn, Tofu (V)), or Sticky Pork.
2 Small Plates + Side
Choose from: Crispy Chilli Squid, Duck Spring Rolls, Vegetable Spring Rolls (V), Spicy Salmon Tartare, Mapo (choice of Chicken, Pork, Prawn, Tofu (V)), Gyozas (6pc) (choice of Chicken, Duck or Vegetable), Crispy Duck Bao (2pc), Bulgogi Pork Belly, Vegetable Yakitori (V), Chicken Yakitori. Available sides: Steamed Edamame (V), Fried Rice (V), Steamed Rice (V), Vermicelli Noodles (V), Asian Slaw (V).
Set Menus
Each of our set menus offers a carefully selected combination of signature dishes, giving you a well-balanced introduction to Muddler’s bold Pan-Asian flavours. Designed for ease and impact, these set menus are ideal for group bookings or for those who’d like a little help choosing. Each guest receives their own platter featuring the full menu selection – no sharing required, just your own personal journey through our most-loved plates.
Manila Menu A
Steamed Edamame (V), Vegetable Spring Rolls (V), Chicken Katsu, Bulgogi Pork Belly, Fried Rice (V). Price: £35.00 per person
Bangkok Menu C
Steamed Edamame (V), Teriyaki Salmon, Bulgogi Pork Belly, Crispy Chilli Squid, Fried Rice (V). Price: £41.00 per person
Osaka Menu B
Steamed Edamame (V), Crispy Chilli Squid, Chicken Yakitori, Duck Gyoza, Fried Rice (V). Price: £39.00 per person
Singapore Menu D
Steamed Edamame (V), Vegetable Yakitori (V), Vegetable Tempura (V), Mapo Tofu (V), Steamed Rice (V). Price: £34.00 per person
Set Menu Platters
Dim Sum
3pcs Chicken Gyoza, 3pcs Crab & Pork Soup Dumplings, 3pcs Duck Gyoza, 3pcs Vegetarian Gyoza, 3pcs Prawn Ha Kauw, 3pcs Duck Spring Rolls, 3pcs Vegetable Spring Rolls. (Gyoza can be steamed or fried)
Vegetarian Sushi
4pcs Yasai Uramaki, 2pcs Inari Nigiri, 2pcs Avocado Nigiri, 4pcs Cucumber Maki, 4pcs Asparagus Maki, 4pcs Avocado Maki. (V)
Chef's Choice
3pcs Salmon Sashimi, 3pcs Tuna Sashimi, 4pcs Chicken Katsu Roll, 4pcs Dynamite Roll, 4pcs Crispy Duck Roll, 6pcs Cucumber Maki, 2pcs Spicy Salmon Gunkan, 2pcs Spicy Tuna Gunkan.
Desserts
Mochi
Ice cream coated in Mochi rice dough. Choice of flavours; Coconut, Chocolate, Raspberry, Mango & Passionfruit.
Dorayaki
A Japanese dessert, featuring a fluffy pancake with a choice of chocolate or strawberry filling.
Chocolate Tart (V)
A decadent rich chocolate tart.
Custard Bun
Two warm fluffy, steamed Chinese buns filled with sweet egg custard.
Muddler Cocktails
Banana and Coconut Rum Old Fashioned
Kadoo Banana Rum, Kadoo Coconut Rum and Cocoa Bitters.
Strawberry Basil
Absolut Vodka, St Germain, Pineapple Juice, Fresh Strawberries, Fresh Basil with a Prosecco and Elderflower Foam.
Ube Pina Colada
Havana 3yr Old, Pineapple Juice, Coco Real, Lime Juice, Gomme and Ube Extract.
Blueberry Tea
Absolut Raspberri, Blueberries, Apple Juice, Lemon Juice, Gomme and Dry Ice.
Gin
Ukiyo Japanese Blossom Gin
Indulge the senses in fresh juniper berry, fragrant sakura blossom and ripe mandarin peel. Pairs perfectly with ~ Frankin & Sons Indian Tonic
Ukiyo Japanese Yuzu Gin
Ukiyo promotes rich juniper berry, mandarin and spice before infusing yuzu for an aromatic and citrus-forward gin. Pairs perfectly with ~Frankin & Sons Mallorcan Tonic
Tanqueray
Pair perfectly with ~ Franklin & Sons Indian Tonic
Tanqueray Blackcurrent Royale
Pair perfectly with ~ Franklin & Sons Indian Tonic
White Wine
Prices shown for 175ml, 250ml and Bottle.
Cramele Recas Pinot Grigio Romania
Via Alta Chardonay Reserva Chile
Seewinkel Grüner Veltiner Austria
Fat Barrel Sauvignon Blanc South Africa
Red Wine
Prices shown for 175ml, 250ml and Bottle.
La Colombe Merlot France
Nero d’Avola Sicila Feudo Del Principe Sicily
Calmel & Joseph Villa Blanche Piquepoul Noir France
Balauri Pinot Noir Romania
Bottled Beer
Asahi
Tsingtao
Lucky Buddha
Tiger
Rum
Havana Club 3yr
Havana Club Especial
Havana Club 7yr
Grand Kadoo Spiced
Japanese Whiskey
Suntory Toki
Yamazaki / Hakushu / Chita Distilleries
Suntory Chita
Chita Distillery
Yamazaki Distillers Reserve
Yamazaki Distillery
Coffee
Alternative milks available on request. A selection of flavoured teas available.