Sometimes on a night out you just need to sit back, relax and chill out with some easy-going sounds and Newcastle has a great range of venues which offer just that. Whether you’re a jazz head, a soul seeker or a folkie at heart, we check out some of the best places in the city for some acoustic-led vibes.
The WonderBar, The Gate
Situated in The Gate, WonderBar’s plush moody lighting makes it a perfect venue to enjoy laid back sounds. There’s live music every night, with well-respected local artists rubbing shoulders with touring acts - plus comedy nights, bingo and even interactive darts to keep you entertained! The bierkeller features an extensive drinks menu and they really know their stuff, with a rotating cast of craft beers, fruity ciders and much more. Add VIP seating options and an excellent food menu which includes everything from pub classics and juicy burgers to interesting street food like skewers, wings and bao buns, and you’ve got a pretty great recipe for a night out!
The Continental, Collingwood Street
A classy place to enjoy a tipple or two, The Continental occupies a beautiful listed building and is an opulent and elegant place to enjoy stylish lounge acts, with live music performed by local artists every week. Drinks-wise, it’s all about gin here, and their ‘perfect serve’ menu features carefully chosen selections paired with botanicals and tonics to create iconic drinks.
Prohibition Cabaret Bar, Pink Lane
A true Newcastle original, Prohibition offers something a little bit special to Newcastle’s music and drinking scene. Be transported back to the 1920s with jazz-era décor, slick style and hard liquor, as you enjoy live music from a variety of genres from jazz to blues, as well as cabaret performance, vaudeville acts and much more. The award-winning venue is a welcoming and eclectic place, and you’re just as likely to find stand-up comedy and foot-tapping blues as you are a pub quiz or burlesque performance! Plus, there’s classy drinks and a cosy space to enjoy them in!
Colonel Porter’s Emporium, Dean Street
Paying homage to the original Colonel Jim Porter, creator of Newcastle Brown Ale, this is a quirky venue indeed, and you’ll find vintage cocktails, a fine range of ‘tipsy teas’, real ales and an adventure in rum! Archie’s Lab is the place to be for entertainment, and where you’ll discover a variety of live sounds from acoustic bands to jazz acts and DJs every night.
Tiger Hornsby, Quayside
Sit back with a cocktail and be entertained in this legendary bar in the heart of the Quayside. They take their entertainment as seriously as their drinks, and you’ll find resident DJs as well as live musicians setting toes tapping and heads nodding. Live music takes place every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday and showcases the very best local acoustic talent. On the bar, there’s award-winning cocktails from expert mixologists.
The Globe, Railway Street
Proudly independent, this cooperatively run music venue is a great place to discover new sounds. Whether you’re into jazz, soul, folk or world-infused sounds, you’ll find a warm welcome, a comfortable live room and a bar stocked with a satisfying mix of tipples including local ales.
So whether you’re looking for laid back vibes, ultra chilled sounds or just an evening of superb live entertainment, Newcastle’s home to a great range of easy-going spaces just for you!
