The Ivy Brasserie and The Ivy Asia are preparing to open on Grey Street, bringing two distinctive dining experiences to the heart of Newcastle.
The Ivy Newcastle is preparing to open two new restaurants on Grey Street, bringing its signature dining experiences to the North East for the first time.
The Ivy Newcastle Brasserie and The Ivy Asia Newcastle will both make their debut this winter. Together, they will bring the brand’s signature dining experiences to one of the city’s most recognisable streets.
This marks a first for The Ivy, which has never launched both restaurant concepts simultaneously in the same city.
A historic home on Grey Street
The restaurants will occupy the former bank building at 102 Grey Street, just moments from Newcastle’s Theatre Royal.
Dating back to 1839, the Grade II listed building sits in the heart of Grainger Town. Its impressive architecture will provide the setting for two very different dining experiences.
Renowned UK designer and artist Adam Ellis has created the interiors, combining the building’s historic character with contemporary design.
Inside The Ivy Newcastle Brasserie, guests can expect bespoke wallpapers, illuminated green onyx and elegant detailing.
Meanwhile, The Ivy Asia Newcastle will feature its signature glowing agate floors, hand-gilded ceilings and intricate glass features.
Both restaurants will share the building’s impressive 4.5-metre ceilings and original arched windows. Together, they will offer seating for more than 200 guests.
Two distinctive dining experiences
The Ivy Newcastle Brasserie will bring the brand’s familiar all-day dining experience to the city.
Open seven days a week, the restaurant will serve everything from relaxed breakfasts and brunches to evening meals.
Guests can expect contemporary classics, seasonal dishes, set menus and much-loved Ivy favourites. As a result, the Brasserie will cater for everything from casual lunches to special occasions.
For those seeking something different, The Ivy Asia Newcastle promises a more theatrical experience.
Combining Asian-inspired flavours with striking interiors, the restaurant will offer an à la carte menu alongside handcrafted sushi and a selection of set menus.
Whether it’s a leisurely lunch, an evening with friends or a special celebration, both restaurants aim to bring something new to Newcastle’s hospitality scene.
Creating 200 new jobs
Alongside the new dining destinations, The Ivy Newcastle will create 200 jobs across the region.
The opportunities will range from management positions to roles within the service teams.
General Manager Beth Cole and Head Chef John Guthrie will lead the restaurants. They will work alongside Brasserie Operations Manager Rodney Prosper and Operations Chef Clinton Woodhouse.
Together, the team will oversee the launch and help establish both restaurants in Newcastle.
A new chapter for Newcastle’s dining scene
Kate Cooper, Restaurant Operating Officer for the North, shared her excitement about the opening.
“We are incredibly excited to be bringing The Ivy Collection and The Ivy Asia to Newcastle for the very first time. Finding the right location in the heart of the city was incredibly important to us, and we couldn’t have asked for a more fitting home than this magnificent historic building on Grey Street, surrounded by Newcastle’s thriving culinary, retail and cultural scene.
“Newcastle is a city with such a strong sense of character and identity, and we are proud to be becoming part of its hospitality landscape. We look forward to welcoming guests from across Newcastle and the wider North East to experience everything both restaurants have to offer.”
When will The Ivy Newcastle open?
Both The Ivy Newcastle Brasserie and The Ivy Asia Newcastle are expected to welcome their first guests by the end of 2026. However, the restaurants have yet to announce an official opening date.
For the latest updates, visit The Ivy Newcastle Brasserie and The Ivy Asia Newcastle.
