FAVOURITE LOCAL RESTAURANTS
Fantastic feasts
* Figures in brackets show position in 2020 .
20 ( New entry ) The Green Apple Café and Bistro , Stokesley A licensed vegan café and takeaway launched in October 2019 , the Green Apple serves locally sourced fresh produce from a large and diverse menu , with cheesecake made from lentils just one of the delicious highlights ! Proud of doing its bit for the planet , all the Green Apple ’ s takeaway packing is made from plants . The Green Apple was also a finalist in the inaugural Best New Tees Business Awards .
WORDS : JULIE BURNISTON
And where to find them !
They ’ ve been impacted more than most by Covid and government restrictions , but the wealth of amazing eateries in our region is worthy of celebrating .
For the sixth successive year , we asked Tees Business readers – the region ’ s business community – to vote for their favourite local restaurants .
Here ’ s the top 20 for 2021 …
19 ( 10 ) The Devonport Arms , Middleton-One-Row Serving classic pub dishes such as fish and chips and chicken Kiev with a modern twist , this gorgeous restaurant is based within a small , fabulously refurbished hotel in a peaceful village location . There ’ s an attractive kids ’ menu , an interesting selection of gins and spirits and a selection of local hand-pulled ales . The Devonport is one of four eateries in our top 20 owned by restaurant gurus Jonathan Hall and Marcus Bennett .
18 ( Re-entry ) Café Central Park , Middlesbrough Arguably one of the North-East ’ s most iconic restaurants , Central Park , which overlooks Albert Park , first opened its doors more than three decades ago . A go-to for a parmo , Café Central Park has been providing excellent , Italian-inspired food coupled with great service since December 1985 .
17 ( New entry ) Stable Hearth Neopolitan Pizzeria and Enoteca , Darlington Welcome to our poll , Stable Hearth , a family-friendly restaurant that prides itself on serving authentic Neapolitan pizza , just as you would find on the streets of Naples , Italy . To achieve this , they make their own dough on-site and all pizzas are hand-stretched . With no gimmicks and no fuss , Stable Hearth offers great food with a wonderful atmosphere .
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16 ( 13 ) Peppermill Bistro , Billingham An intimate , family-run favourite , the Peppermill Bistro serves a wide range of European and British dishes with a fantastic selection for vegetarian , vegan and gluten intolerant clients . An interesting and varied menu , reasonably priced , with excellent service and lovely surroundings .
15 ( New entry ) Il Mulino , Stokesley Another newcomer in our top 20 , Il Mulino is a warm and friendly restaurant in the heart of Stokesley , from the same stable as the Mill , which is round the corner . Specialising in hearty food with an Italian twist , including an extensive pizza menu , Il Mulino opened in March 2018 and features an eclectic interior including some Insta-friendly feature walls and outdoor seating area with heaters for the chillier months .
14 ( New entry ) The Stables at Pinchinthorpe , near Guisborough
Straight in at 14 is the newly launched Stables restaurant , which adjoins the magnificent Pinchinthorpe Hall . The Stables offers classic British and European cuisine , with fine dining elements . Choose from gorgeous breakfasts , lunches and dinners prepared with quality , locally sourced produce . The Stables is the second eaterie owned by former chef Simon Fletcher , the man behind Middlesbrough ’ s Baker Street Kitchen .