
Red Mezze
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About Red Mezze
Red Mezze is a Turkish restaurant in Newcastle Upon Tyne, at 36 Leazes Park Rd, serving kebabs and mezes. Starters come with warm bread, and the hummus arrives as a shared pot for the table. Among the mains are lamb ribs, and a sharing platter is cooked fresh on the bbq for those dining together. The lunch menu pairs one starter with one main course. Every meal ends with a complimentary dessert or Turkish tea, so guests can finish with a sweet course or a hot drink at no extra step. Parking nearby can be hard to find.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken shawarma, lamb ribs, hummus and £12.50 lunch menu.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken shawarma, lamb ribs, hummus and £12.50 lunch menu.
Customer Review Summary
Chicken shawarma is the dish diners name most, described as flavourful and often ordered alongside lamb ribs, which one reviewer found well cooked and juicy. Hummus comes up repeatedly as a starter, joined by patlican ezme, suksuka, olives and grilled cheese. The katmer and baklava earn praise for dessert, and reviewers also mention a rhubarb gin fizz and mocktails. The lunch menu of a starter and a main is called excellent value, with generous portions and warm bread with the starters. Service is described as friendly, swift and welcoming, including for a large group. The complaints are small but specific. One reviewer found the shared pot of hummus too small and suggests ordering an extra, another wishes the bread were free, and a sharing platter cooked fresh on the bbq took a while to arrive. Several finish their meals with something complimentary, whether Turkish tea, a double espresso, or a dessert to share.
Customer Review Summary
Chicken shawarma is the dish diners name most, described as flavourful and often ordered alongside lamb ribs, which one reviewer found well cooked and juicy. Hummus comes up repeatedly as a starter, joined by patlican ezme, suksuka, olives and grilled cheese. The katmer and baklava earn praise for dessert, and reviewers also mention a rhubarb gin fizz and mocktails. The lunch menu of a starter and a main is called excellent value, with generous portions and warm bread with the starters. Service is described as friendly, swift and welcoming, including for a large group. The complaints are small but specific. One reviewer found the shared pot of hummus too small and suggests ordering an extra, another wishes the bread were free, and a sharing platter cooked fresh on the bbq took a while to arrive. Several finish their meals with something complimentary, whether Turkish tea, a double espresso, or a dessert to share.
Featured reviews
- Reece Huang
“So perfect!! We had hummus and suksuka for starters, lamb ribs and chicken shawarma for main dishes, all of them are insanely good. Definitely recommend. Also the service is so nice, we are coming again for real sure. Thank you!”
- Raphaël Jondot
“Everything was good. Olives, grilled cheese, then the lamb that was well cooked and juicy. The rhubarb gin fizz was tasty and refreshing. Waitress & waiters very swift and smily. I will visit again.”
- Rezaul Haque
“Amazing food, generous portions, and excellent service. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and everything was fresh and full of flavour. A great place for authentic Turkish cuisine. Highly recommended!”
- K “Yoyo” Yau
“My husband and I visited Red Mezze for a lunch date and had a very enjoyable experience. Finding a parking space nearby was a little challenging, and we had to drive around a few times before finding one. Once we arrived, the restaurant wasn't busy, and we were seated quickly. We chose from the lunch menu, which includes one starter and one main course for £12.50 per person — excellent value for money. For starters, we ordered the hummus and patlican ezme, both of which were very tasty. For our mains, we had the chicken shawarma and lamb ribs. The food was delicious, and the portion sizes were generous for the price. The service was friendly and efficient throughout our visit. Overall, a great lunch at a reasonable price. We'd happily return and try more dishes from the menu.”
- Matthew Turnbull
“After having a church service went with some of the students to Red Mezze. Never been to a Turkish restaurant was a nice atmosphere, the staff were amazing especially with such a big group. Went for their Chicken Wrap which was really nice and would have it again.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Welcome to Red Mezze, where authentic Turkish cuisine meets modern flair. Enjoy a delicious array of kebabs, mezes, and traditional dishes crafted with fresh ingredients, all in a vibrant and inviting setting.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Red Mezze
- Shawarma House4.2710.1 mi
small chicken wrap, shawarma wrap, crisp chips
- 0.1 miVegetarian optionsGood for kids
fish and chips, cheese scones, coffee quality
- 0.1 miGood for kidsReservations
piri piri chicken, view of old eldon square, long wait times
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Mezze | 4.51,472 | — | chicken shawarma, lamb ribs, hummus |
| Shawarma House | 4.271 | 0.1 mi | small chicken wrap, shawarma wrap, crisp chips |
| The Place to Eat at John LewisVegetarian options · Good for kids | 3.8196 | 0.1 mi | fish and chips, cheese scones, coffee quality |
| Nando's Newcastle - Eldon SquareGood for kids · Reservations | 4.2929 | 0.1 mi | piri piri chicken, view of old eldon square, long wait times |
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