Al Bear
A crowd-pleasing bar and kitchen in the heart of Park View offering pizzas, burgers, and tapas-style sharing plates alongside craft cocktails and a solid beer selection. Open from brunch through to late with live music at weekends.
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Best Sunday Lunch in Whitley Bay
The Beehive's legendary roasts, seafront dining at Spanish City, and a gastropub dating to 1839 -- where to find the best Sunday lunch in Whitley Bay.

Best Brunch in Whitley Bay
Park View cafes, Spanish City elegance, and a family bistro with cocktails -- the best brunch spots in Whitley Bay.

Best Cocktail Bars in Whitley Bay
Al Bear, Little Lobo, and The Lough Ran — Park View has become a proper cocktail strip. Here are the best spots.
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