Northumberland restaurants make Tripadvisor's UK best list for 2026
Two Northumberland restaurants have been named among the UK’s best for 2026 by Tripadvisor.
Today (September 15), the travel platform announced the winners of its annual Travellers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Restaurants for 2026.
Based on first-hand reviews from millions of travellers over the last year, winners rank among the top one percent of Tripadvisor listings, offering a trusted guide to unforgettable meals for travellers across the globe.
Categories for this year’s restaurants awards include Fine Dining, Casual, Date Night, Hidden Gems, and Vegan & Vegetarian, as well as four new categories centered on food experiences.
As travellers increasingly seek out immersive culinary experiences, this year’s awards introduce Best of the Best Food Tours, Cooking Classes, Wine & Beer Tours, and a Viral Right Now category highlighting top trending foodie destinations.
In the UK, 12 restaurants and experiences were named in this year’s awards, with two Northumberland spots making the rankings in the Date Night category.
In fourth place is Bistro 23 – a coastal bistro and tearoom in the picturesque village of Alnmouth – followed closely by Alnwick fine dining restaurant, Sonnet in fifth place.
Known for its 14-course tasting menu, Sonnet, owned by Gary McDermott and Claudia Mazareanu, has won many awards since opening in 2024 and is also featured in the prestigious Michelin Guide.