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Sambuca

4 Park Avenue, Whitley Bay, England
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Ranked #20 of 67 restaurants in Whitley Bay
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Families with children, Special occasions, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Special occasions, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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72% Recommend
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Newcastle upon Tyne
Top Contributor
53 reviews 53 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Family meal for 11 on a Saturday evening. The restaurant was busy but our table was ready. Service was good for both food and drinks. Food was hot, tasty and good portions for the money. You really could come here eat well and not spend a lot! Everyone in our party had a good meal. Would certainly condsider going again.

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Dumfrieshire
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21 reviews 21 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

We went as we thought that the lunch menu was incredibly cheap and we wondered what was the catch!! There isn't - it is amazing value at £3.95 for three courses!!! You must go! The very efficient service with a friendly edge is great too and although busy the quirky interior had us all entranced. It is not posh yet... More

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Whitley Bay
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18 reviews 18 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

I love Sambuca's in Whitley Bay! It's perfect for dining out with kids as it's always bustling, super-friendly, cheap and they have you in and out really quick! The food is fab considering what you pay for it. I think the fillet steak is under £12, but is always beautifully cooked and the portions size is more than adequate. You... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

we came across this amazing place on a day trip visit to Whitley bay. The food was amazing we had the lunch time offer which was such a great bargin at £3.95 for 3 course. i couldnt get over how good the food was, i would go back again anyday just for the tagliatelle. The building is really nice and... More

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Newcastle, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013

REASONABLE Prices,mainly for families,service quite good,but some other friends thought it was bad,like everything suppose it will depend on how busy.

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evieb55
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

Went here with my daughter one tea time. It was very busy which is a good sign. We ordered and our food arrived in ten minutes. Really quick service. Authentic Italians (not English trying to speak with an accent). The food was lovely and the atmosphere was good. The desserts could be better but if you like cream you'll like... More

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newcastle upon tyne
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79 reviews 79 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 46 cities Reviews in 46 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

Possibly the cheapest restaurant I've been to, well ever!! A cheese and Tomato Pizza from the full price menu will set you back £2.50. The dearest is £3.95!! The food was nothing special, but not bad either-like an Italian version of Mcdonalds or KFC. There were lots of attentive staff too (probably too many). So whilst I would never go... More

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

Whether it be a quick lunch or a Saturday night out, Sambuca Whitley Bay never disappoints. From the warm friendly welcome to the varied choice of menu and specials, not forgetting the wine selection, there is nowhere with a better atmosphere in Whitley Bay than Sambuca. From the excellent value 3 course lunch time menu or the black board specials,... More

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North Shields, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2013

The restaurant provides a simple lunch for £3.95; this is not gourmet but is good value. A choice of starter and pizza / pasta is well cooked and ample in quantity.

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newcastle
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54 reviews 54 reviews
36 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2013

I went to Sambucas with my hubby for lunch whilst shopping in Whitley Bay today & you get what you pay for as far as I’m concerned. It wasn’t great but for £10.80 for both of us you can’t complain really. They have a lunch time special for £3.95 which we both had with a diet coke ( or perhaps... More

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