Discover a culinary gem in the heart of Newcastle: Fuego, an alluring Mediterranean-inspired wine bar and restaurant located on the ground floor of the city’s iconic Fenwick department store. This popular eatery provides shoppers and food enthusiasts with a delightful respite, offering a delightful selection of dishes and an extensive drinks menu.
At Fuego, you can expect a vibrant atmosphere that is further enhanced by the stunning interior design. The restaurant’s pièce de résistance is undeniably its impressive wood stone oven, which serves as both a visual focal point and an integral part of the culinary experience. Many of Fuego’s dishes are cooked to perfection in this oven, infusing the food with rich, smoky flavours that are sure to please even the most discerning palate.
The menu is a veritable smorgasbord of tantalising options, drawing inspiration from Mediterranean, Italian, and Spanish culinary traditions. The chefs at Fuego have crafted a diverse and delightful menu that caters to a range of tastes and preferences. There are vegetarian and wheat-free menu options available, ensuring that everyone can indulge.
While the specific dishes on the menu may change from time to time, you can always expect a delightful selection of tapas, charcuterie, and Napoli-style hand-stretched pizzas. In the past, guests have raved about a variety of dishes, including padron peppers, pan con tomate, patatas bravas, gnocchi al forno, polenta chips, and butterbeans with chorizo. No matter what the current menu offers, you can be sure that each dish is thoughtfully crafted and beautifully presented.
Fuego’s vast drinks menu is equally impressive, offering a curated selection of cocktails, mocktails, wines, and aperitifs to complement the food. The restaurant’s seasonally inspired cocktails are a delightful mix of classic favourites and innovative concoctions with a botanical twist. For wine enthusiasts, Fuego’s state-of-the-art wine preservation system allows guests to sample from an extensive collection of 20 wines by the glass. This unique feature, known as the Enomatic system, provides an opportunity to taste high-end wines that are typically only available by the bottle. Additionally, the drinks menu features a selection of specialist craft beers sourced from European artisan producers, providing even more options for the discerning drinker.
When it comes to dessert, Fuego does not disappoint. Past diners have enjoyed delectable treats like churros, baklava, and crema catalana. As with the main menu, the dessert offerings may vary, but you can be certain that they will always be a delicious and satisfying conclusion to your meal.
Fuego is open seven days a week, with extended hours on Thursdays, making it an ideal destination for a leisurely lunch or an indulgent dinner.
