Pubs, dining and things to do near St. James' Park
Where to drink, eat and kill time before kickoff at St. James' Park. Pubs, restaurants and attractions within walking distance, ranked by how close they are to the ground.
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The Five Swans3.9A 10 min walk from St James' Park, with multiple recent reviews praising a busy matchday-style atmosphere, live sports screenings, and good beer/food.675 m · 8 min walk
Old George Inn4.4A 16th-century sports bar/pub a 10 min walk from St James' Park with 5 recent reviews praising atmosphere, group bottomless brunch, and TV sports.735 m · 9 min walk
Revolución de Cuba Newcastle4.4Within a 10 min walk of St James' Park, this Cuban wine/loung bar with salsa classes and group cocktail masterclasses looks like a matchday-friendly pre/post-match stop.807 m · 10 min walk
Katie O'Brien's Irish Tavern Newcastle4.2Within a 10 min walk of St James' Park, this Irish pub has multiple recent reviews praising buzzing matchday-style atmosphere, live music, and Guinness, making it a strong pre/post-match stop.813 m · 10 min walk
Babucho Quayside4.5Babucho Quayside is a highly rated bar/restaurant with 5 reviews praising lively atmosphere, cocktails, and group celebrations—ideal matchday pre/post drinks a few minutes' walk away.1.1 km · 13 min walk
The Bridge Tavern4.5A 4.5-rated brewpub with multiple recent reviews praising excellent food, local ales/gins, and lively ambiance—ideal matchday pre/post stop near St James' Park.1.1 km · 14 min walk
Places to eat near St. James' Park
Restaurants and cafes within walking distance of the ground. Same source, same ranking, useful when you want food before the pub.
St. James' STACK4.7Right by St James’ Park, and 4 recent reviews cite match-day screens, live music, street food and Newcastle atmosphere; only one review is about a quiz.198 m · 2 min walk
Blackfriars Restaurant4.6A few minutes' walk from St James' Park, 5★ reviews praise festive menus, on-site beers, and a unique historic friary setting—ideal matchday pre/post-meal dining.452 m · 6 min walk
My Delhi Newcastle4.8Right by St James' Park, 5 recent reviews praise a buzzing atmosphere, excellent service, and great Indian food/drinks—ideal pre/post-match dining.541 m · 7 min walk
The Botanist Newcastle4.4A few minutes' walk from St James' Park, The Botanist is a high-rated cocktail/gastropub with matchday-friendly atmosphere and multiple recent reviews praising food and drinks.547 m · 7 min walk
Tyne Theatre & Opera House4.6Within a 10 min walk of St James' Park, Tyne Theatre & Opera House offers a high-rated Victorian theatre with an on-site bistro bar and frequent live shows.563 m · 7 min walk
Fat Hippo Newcastle4.6Within a 10 min walk and 5 reviews praise burgers, vegan options, and a cool underground setting—ideal matchday pre/post-match dining near St James' Park.711 m · 9 min walk
Lane7 Newcastle4.6Lane7 is a 1950s-style bowling and arcade venue with a bar/food, 5 reviews praising fun matchday-style group atmosphere and games a short walk from St James' Park.876 m · 11 min walk
Khai Khai (খাই খাই) Indian Restaurant Newcastle Upon Tyne4.5High-rated Indian restaurant a short walk from St James' Park with 5 recent reviews praising cocktails, friendly service, and standout dishes—ideal matchday pre/post-meal stop.1.2 km · 15 min walk
Wylam Brewery4.5Wylam Brewery is a highly rated brewery taproom with beer garden, live music, and Sunday roasts a few minutes' walk away, making it a great matchday pre/post stop.1.2 km · 16 min walk
Things to do near St. James' Park
Local landmarks, club museums and other matchday-adjacent stops, ranked by distance from the ground.
The Gate4.3A few minutes' walk from St James' Park, reviews highlight a huge food court, arcade, and cinema for a fun day out with drinks and gigs nearby.421 m · 5 min walk
Grainger Market4.5Grainger Market is a 1835 market hall within a 10 min walk, with multiple reviews praising food stalls and places to eat, plus a nearby Firebrick Brewery shop.527 m · 7 min walk
Upcoming matches at St. James' Park
FAQ
The Five Swans (675 m away, about a 8-minute walk).
Babucho Quayside (4.5★ on Google, 1.1 km from the ground).
We've indexed 6 pubs, 9 places to eat and 2 attractions within walking distance of St. James' Park, sourced from Google Places and ranked by distance from the ground.
Newcastle vs Aston Villa on Saturday 17 October at 17:30, pubs typically open 2 to 3 hours before kickoff.