Al Dente Cucina Italiana

My first visit to Al Dente, so here's a fresh look without rose-tinted glasses. A truly cosy spot: small, authentic and somehow managing to find space where you least expect it (yes, even in the passageway -but who cares?). It's a little slice of Italy tucked into Newcastle, beloved by locals - Italians and Geordies alike - with chatter and easy smiles filling the room. The staff are a pleasure - sarcasm slips over just enough to charm. A great place to practice yours too, ha, ha 😜 As for the food - generous doesn't quite cover it. Plates arrive as if from an Italian nonna convinced you haven't eaten a proper meal in weeks. Hearty, authentic and full of flavour. I'll be back - to taste more and to enjoy once again that friendly atmosphere that makes this little restaurant feel much larger than its walls 💚

Food was so authentic and enjoyable. Gnocchi was cooked to perfection and the bread was really delicious. All that topped with a canoli. The waiters and everyone working there was so nice and delightful to be around.

Wow what a place av traveled a lot a can honestly say this little hidden gem was amazing Taste off Italy set in Newcastle such a canny place staff were lovely food was incredible They certainly know how to feed you up with their portions Can’t wait to go back to Newcastle , Al Dente is first stop