Reviews in Jesmond

I have eaten here since it was first opened, and when Antonio had his first restaurant in High bridge and you had to take your own wine because he didn't have a licence. Francesca was a twinkle in her Mam and Dads eye !! Best restaurant in the area

Had an amazing birthday meal there. Food was delicious, staff were friendly and the place has a lovely atmosphere. Would definitely recommend it to anyone! Thanks Ru!

Francessca's is a fabulous authentic Italian, which offers such an extensive menu choices for a very reasonable price! It provides a happy hour which can be very popular so booking in advance for big parties during peak times is advisable. A friend had their birthday party there and I can admit not one of us was disappointed with the service, quality of food or atmosphere. I would recommend to any in the local area and can guarantee I will be back again.

Amazing restaurant , fab food , really rustic scene and feel, great atmosphere and big portions , I'm always asking for mine to go , amazing pizzas , would never eat anywhere else and i live 30 miles away , i love eating there and the waiters and food is super , sometimes you have to wait a hour or less , but its well worth it, after all francesscas is affordable , good tasting , italian food which is of a high standard, i wish them luck

On Saturday lunchtime I popped into Bruges for a quick lunch with my sister. The weather was fine so we chose to sit outside which was a very pleasant. I had the prawn ans crayfish salad with lime mayonnaise and my sister had tuna nicose - both were absolutely delicious. With drinks the total bill came to £20. great value for money.

A lovely friendly atmosphere with reasonably priced delicious food. By far the best soup I have ever tasted. Enjoyed the experience so much I'm returning within five days with a friend making a return visit to Newcastle after 30 years.

I have eaten at Francesca's many times over the last ten years and it has never disappointed. Good quality food in a friendly atmosphere. It is a busy venue so you may have to wait for a table, but you can relax with a glass of wine or a beer, so no problem there. Parking can be difficult, so be prepared for a short walk and don't be put off, it will be worth it.

I have now been to the restaurant a few times as i am visiting people in hospital in the area, the food and the service have been first class every time. We went on Saturday night and at 8.30 expected not to get a table but they managed to fit us in. Great atmosphere and the staff are all very pleasant. Would recommend and i am sure we will be back soon.

Possibly the best value restaurant in the north of England if you get the early evening special - £9 for 2 courses (which includes rump steak and excellent fries) or £11 for 3 courses, which includes tremendous ( and massive) deserts!! A la carte is good as well, and great beer selection - over 30 beers, with a few on tap.

Cheap yes, but the food was awful. I had the Carbonara, it was all pasta, very little microwaved bacon and a separating ridiculously fatty sauce My partners pizza was dry and distinctly lacking in chicken. The service was good.

Went to Bruges Restaurant in April 2008 and enjoyed really good food. It's a tiny place, so not suitable for a big party, but really nice for 2 or 4 at a table.The prawn and crayfish salad did have only about 3 crayfish init (!) but was very succulent. Hubby had mussels, which were as good as the Big Mussel in town.

lovely clean and friendly environment. food excellent. 10/10. diane.

With out doubt bruge restaurant in jesmond in newcastle is one of the best value and fantastic little places to eat. We live in Washington about 10miles from this restaurant and we have eat at bruges every 3 weeks it is so so good , When ever we have friends come and visit this is with out doubt our favourite places to take them for food. The restaurant has a great cosy feel but also the buzz of a great place to be , with excellent waiting staff and a great chef it is with out doubt the best value for money for a great meal and great night out . Oh one more thing i have to say is the friends who live locally that we have taken to bruges now take there friends there to what more can be said from colin elrick

Been going to Francesca's for over 15 years now and will be hopefully for another 15+ years! The food is great and portions are very generous to say the least! The staff are friendly and great with kids. Only downside is how busy it is at peak times. Best time to eat without having to wait is bang on 12.00 lunchtime or 5.00pm. Friday and Saturday nights are very very busy and you can expect to wait at least an hour - but with a glass of wine (or a few) and some good chat the time soon flies by! I live 15 miles from the restaurant and still I eat there with my family at least 2 or 3 times a month and can highly recommend the place 100%!!!

A nicely small restaurant, means your food arrives on your table hot, rather than sitting under heat lamps for ages and arriving tepid, as it does so often in big places. We've been twice, it is always booked up, and has a nice atmosphere, they are not trying too hard! We like it here!

Food is not very good, the chef complicates every dish and tends to spoil it. The bar however is modern and relaxed.More student orientated for younger people but still a pleasent atmosphere and great value for drinks.

Have been going to Francescas since francesca was born it is very authentic but Toni is a miss. The food is the best and very good value the staff are great and mostly authentic Italians with style and personality Soprattutto Francesca era squisito/a I Think

Not what i expected really gone downhill!