Turtle Bay Newcastle Review

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Last year Turtle Bay opened in Newcastle, outside the Gate complex and I have been meaning to visit for ages, I have heard so many great things about the food and cocktails. Last Thursday I eventually got around to visiting. Turtle Bay has a lovely relaxed atmosphere with reggae music in the background, groups of friends, couples and families were relaxing enjoying drinks or meals together. 

We were served by the lovely Chloe who was really friendly and very knowledgeable about the food and drinks on the menu. She explained that it was buy one get one free on all cocktails, which are available between 11.30am and 7 pm and then again after 10 pm. As we had never visited before Chloe was on hand with cocktail and food recommendations which as a first-time visitor was really handy, especially as a lot of the dishes have scotch bonnet chilli in them. 

Whilst sipping on refreshing rum cocktails we waited for our food which arrived in no time at all.  I played it safe with my starter and ordered the Duck rolls which were delicious. The duck was tender and it came with a sour orange chutney.

The other half went for Garlic & Chilli pit prawns which looked and smelt incredible, they were in a chilli garlic butter sauce with flatbread to mop the sauce up. 

I decided to go for Jerk chicken with rice and peas for my main.  It was delicious and I would definitely order it again, the pit grilled chicken was tender and juicy and packed full of flavour. It came with a side of coconut rice and peas, Caribbean slaw and sour orange chutney. All the flavours worked so well together with just the right amount of spice to give it a kick without being overpowering.

The other half ordered the Slow Braised Beef rib,  served with sweet potato fries and a side of  watermelon.

There was a range of jerk and hot sauce condiments on the table if you fancied an extra kick to your meal. You are also provided with a jug of water before your meals arrive too, although I found the cocktails to be so refreshing and perfect for sipping between mouthfuls of food. I highly recommend the Jumbled Julep and Passion Rum punch as they were so fruity and refreshing. 

We were getting so full after mains but when we heard what desserts were available we just had to order. The banana and toffee cheesecake was my pudding of choice and it was utterly delicious.

The other half went for the Passion pie which was like a lemon meringue pie but with passionfruit instead of lemon. 

 If you're looking for somewhere to dine in Newcastle with a group of friends, family or for date night then I recommend Turtle Bay. 

You can find out more about Turtle Bay, view the menus or see if there is a branch near you at www.turtlebay.co.uk

Located in Newcastle city centre - outside the gate complex. Close to public transport links and car parking is available in the Gate (charge applies).