Harbour Lights Inn
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About Harbour Lights Inn
Outside on Lawe Rd in South Shields, Harbour Lights Inn looks out over ships moving in and out of the Port of Tyne, alongside the old fort, the fish market, the RNLI station, and a set of cannons on the approach. The restaurant runs a menu of 43 dishes, with the Mixed Grill among the mains and a specials board offered alongside it. Full English breakfasts come with a pot of tea, and a dairy free spread is available for breakfast. Guests are seated and given menus before being asked for drinks and then food orders. It opens daily and takes walk-ins rather than reservations, though it can get very busy, so checking ahead is worth doing. The pub is dog friendly.
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Menu & Prices
43 dishes · mains £1–17- 28 Day Matured 8oz Rump Steak£14.95
- 10oz Horseshoe Gammon Steak£11.95
- Butterflied Chicken Breast£10.95
- Mixed Grill£16.95
- Chicken & Bacon Carbonara£11.95
- Seafood Carbonara£12.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention parmo, hand cut chips, harbour and sea views and full English breakfast.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention parmo, hand cut chips, harbour and sea views and full English breakfast.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return most for the huge portions of pub food, with the parmo named repeatedly, one diner admitting it defeated him, and the chunky hand cut chips earning a special mention. Close behind are the steaks, including a sirloin with Diane sauce, mushrooms and black pudding, and the mixed grill. One reviewer calls a pub Sunday dinner with a nut roast the best they have eaten. Breakfast gets praise too, with full English plates, pots of tea and a dairy free spread for a lactose intolerant diner. Staff are described as friendly, welcoming and quick with drinks, and the bar is called spotlessly clean. Views over the Tyne, the harbour, the old fort and the ships coming in are a frequent draw, and several note dogs are welcome. The only criticism is one steak cooked more than the reviewer likes, which they said was not an issue. One reviewer cautions that it can get extremely busy. Outside, reviewers point to a set of cannons by the entrance.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return most for the huge portions of pub food, with the parmo named repeatedly, one diner admitting it defeated him, and the chunky hand cut chips earning a special mention. Close behind are the steaks, including a sirloin with Diane sauce, mushrooms and black pudding, and the mixed grill. One reviewer calls a pub Sunday dinner with a nut roast the best they have eaten. Breakfast gets praise too, with full English plates, pots of tea and a dairy free spread for a lactose intolerant diner. Staff are described as friendly, welcoming and quick with drinks, and the bar is called spotlessly clean. Views over the Tyne, the harbour, the old fort and the ships coming in are a frequent draw, and several note dogs are welcome. The only criticism is one steak cooked more than the reviewer likes, which they said was not an issue. One reviewer cautions that it can get extremely busy. Outside, reviewers point to a set of cannons by the entrance.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“We went for Sunday dinner today, and i had a nut roast and my hubby ,son and his fiance had the beef. I am a very fussy eater and I am not joking when I say that was the best Sunday dinner I have ever eaten in a pub!! Stunning!!!! Shame I live in Hornsea. But will be back when visiting my son.”
- Rob Parker
“Went here for breakfast with my daughter, the two ladies working there were very polite and seen us to our table. Got a pot of tea each while we looked at the menu. The breakfast was perfectly cooked and we couldn't fault it. We will definitely be going back. Don't hesitate to try it if you want somewhere different for food and the view out to sea isn't bad either.”
- Google user
“What a find! This place is tucked away near the arbeia roman fort and overlooking the sea and harbour. The bar it self has full glass front which makes it look like a shop front, inside that gives great views and loads of light. The vibe is cozy with an old fashioned feel, lots of fishing/marine decoration, but also open and light. The menu was big and offered something for everyone, I had a steak which was delicious but cooked more than I like but not an issue, the chips are incredible hand cut, chunky and crispy. My husband and daughter had a parmo each which was huge! I kept looking at others food and thinking wow! That looks nice! Great value for money, really delicious and nice and hot, we will be back!”
- The Reconnoitre
“Best food in the north east, Huge portions, Everything is freshly cooked, Amazing view of the ships sailing into / out of the port of Tyne, You can also see the old fort and just outside of the restaurant they have a set of cannons, You can also see the Fish market and RNLI station from just outside the restaurant, The staff are always smiling. Highly recommend this place, Mixed grill was amazing! It is also a dog friendly pub, So you can bring your dog along.”
- Becki Finnerty
“Was really happy this morning, went with my husband and in-laws for breakfast at Harbour Lights. The staff are absolutely lovely, so pleasant and happy! We got seated immediately, they took our drinks order asap, then our meal order.. which did not take long, considering 2 of our party had full English breakfasts! The food was perfect, I wanted a healthy option and I was able to have dairy free spread (lactose intolerant) so I was so happy about that. The bar and dining area are spotlessly clean, you can tell staff take pride over their workplace. I'm very much impressed and will be back for lunch one time.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“The Harbour Lights opened in 1834 (previously The Crown Inn) making it the 2nd oldest pub in South Shields. Today you can still come, relax, and enjoy the picturesque scenery while treating yourself to the finest in traditional cuisine and drinks. Harbour Lights is where the best of taste meets a breathtaking view!”
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Does not have assistive hearing loop
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
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- Accessibility· 1
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbour Lights Inn | 4.5776 | — | parmo, hand cut chips, harbour and sea views |
| Waterfront | 4.61,884 | 0.3 mi | fresh cod and haddock, halibut, seafood boil |
| Rostami's Takeaway | 4.5127 | 0.4 mi | chicken kebab, mixed shish kebab, parmo |
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