Livello

You'll find this polished cocktail spot tucked beneath street level on the Side, where exposed brick meets contemporary design and the lighting stays perpetually dim. The bartenders here take their craft seriously, shaking up inventive cocktails that justify the higher price point, though the atmosphere can feel a bit try-hard depending on the night. The crowd skews older and more moneyed than your typical Newcastle night out, which means conversations stay civilised but the energy can feel restrained. If you're after expertly mixed drinks in surroundings that feel more Mayfair than Tyneside, you'll appreciate what Livello does. Just don't expect the warmth or character of the city's more established drinking dens.