The Quayside (Lloyds No 1), Newcastle Upon Tyne

Set in an historic area of the quayside,with an outside seating area at the front overlooking the Tyne,and a large courtyard to the rear,and seems to attract a mixed crowd of business people,locals and tourists alike.Found the pub quite smart inside,being well furnished and thought the toilets were exceptionally clean.Certainly worth a visit.

I think this place is pretty good for a Lloyds No 1. OK it could do with a bit of a deep clean but it's a decent design with 2 outside areas for the 3 days per year when it's sunny up here. Obviously the clientele are dressed for summer whatever the weather. Has a couple of guests ales on tap and they've always been pretty good when I've been here. Had breakfast here once as well and that was OK too. Seen a lot worse. But as the latest time we called it was one of the three sunny days we couldn't get a seat anywhere outside for people drinking coffee.