Newark has a broad range of places to eat and drink, reflecting its role as a market town serving both residents and visitors. Options range from informal cafés and takeaways to restaurants, pubs and bars, many of which are independently run. This page provides a small selection of examples across different types of venue, rather than a complete list.
Restaurants & Bistros
Newark has a varied selection of independent restaurants and bistros, offering sit-down dining across a range of cuisines and styles. Many are well-established local businesses, with others located within hotels or historic buildings.
Below are examples of restaurants in and around the town.
The Prince Rupert Restaurant – Restaurant located within the Prince Rupert Hotel in the town centre, offering sit-down dining in a traditional setting.
Website: https://www.theprinceruperthotel.co.uk
Oscar’s Inn – Independent restaurant and bar in Newark, serving food in an informal but established dining environment.
Website: https://www.oscarsinn.co.uk
Beaumond Cross Inn – Historic inn just outside the town, offering restaurant-style dining alongside accommodation.
Website: https://www.beaumondcross.co.uk
Koinonia – Indian restaurant located in the centre of Newark, offering sit-down dining in a traditional restaurant setting.
Website: https://www.koinoniarestaurant.co.uk
Cafés & Coffee Shops
There are numerous cafés and coffee shops in Newark, particularly around the town centre and riverside. These range from small independent cafés to larger, well-known chains, and are commonly used for informal meals, meetings or a short break while shopping.
Below are examples of cafés and coffee shops in Newark.
The Coffee Chain – Town-centre coffee shop offering seating for drinks and light food in a relaxed setting.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/thecoffeechainnewark/?locale=en_GB
Costa Coffee – National coffee chain with a central Newark location, providing indoor seating and takeaway options.
Website: https://www.costa.co.uk
Starbucks – Coffee shop located near Newark North Gate, offering seating and takeaway drinks and food.
Website: https://www.starbucks.co.uk
Newark Castle Café – Café located within the grounds of Newark Castle, commonly used by visitors to the castle and riverside.
Website: https://www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/newarkcastle/
Pubs Serving Food
Newark and the surrounding villages have a strong pub culture, with many pubs offering food alongside their drinks. Some operate as traditional locals, while others focus more on dining, often in historic or rural settings.
Below are examples of pubs in the area where food is a regular part of the offering.
The Fox & Crown – Town-centre pub offering food alongside drinks in a traditional setting close to the Market Place.
Website: https://www.foxandcrownnewark.co.uk
The Prince Rupert Pub – Pub attached to the Prince Rupert Hotel, serving food as part of its hospitality offering in the town centre.
Website: https://www.theprinceruperthotel.co.uk
The Organ Grinder – Traditional Newark pub offering food in addition to drinks, located a short walk from the town centre.
Website: https://www.organ-grinder.co.uk
The Castle Barge – Riverside pub located beside Newark Castle, offering food alongside drinks with views over the River Trent.
Website: https://www.castlebarge.com/index
The Boathouse Inn – Riverside pub offering food and drinks, popular with walkers and visitors using the river paths.
Website: https://www.boathousefarndon.co.uk
Takeaways & Quick Food
Newark has a wide range of independent takeaway and quick food outlets, covering most popular cuisines. This includes long-established local businesses as well as newer additions to the town.
Below are examples of takeaway and quick food options available in Newark.
Newark Tandoori Takeaway – Indian takeaway offering a range of traditional dishes for collection and delivery from a town-centre location.
Website: https://www.newarktandoori.co.uk
Balderton Pizza – Independent takeaway specialising in pizzas and other quick meals.
Website: https://baldertonpizza.co.uk/
Thai Sabai – Thai restaurant and takeaway in Newark town centre, offering a range of Thai dishes for eat-in or collection.
Website: https://www.thaisabainrwk.co.uk
Newark Kebab – Takeaway offering kebabs and grilled dishes, located close to the town centre.
Website: https://newarkkebab.com/
Subway – National sandwich chain with a central Newark outlet, offering made-to-order hot and cold food.
Website: https://www.subway.com
Bars, Wine & Late-Night Venues
There are many bars in Newark catering for a range of tastes, from relaxed wine bars to livelier venues. Some host regular events such as live music or quizzes, and a number also serve food.
Below are examples of bars and late-opening venues in the town.
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Ann et Vin – Wine bar and bistro in Newark town centre, offering a selection of wines alongside small plates and more substantial food.
Website: https://www.annetvin.co.uk
The Old Angel Microbrewery – Independent microbrewery and bar offering locally brewed beers, with indoor and outdoor seating.
Website: https://www.oldangelbrewery.co.uk
The Old Post Office – Spacious town-centre pub on Kirkgate offering drinks and food with indoor and outdoor seating; a long-established social venue in Newark. The People’s Pub+1
Website: https://www.greatlocalpubs.co.uk/old-post-office-newark
The Queens Head Newark – Pub and late-night venue in Newark Market Place providing a range of drinks and occasional live events.
Website: http://queensheadnewark.co.uk