Beyoncé Stadium of Light: The 7 best restaurants in Sunderland before the concert

Those who live in Sunderland can enjoy some of the best dining, as the city has won the award for Best UK City for Independent Restaurants.

So if you’re ever in town, be sure to dine out and experience everything the city has to offer.

Here are TripAdvisor’s top places to eat during your stay in Sunderland.

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7. San Marino’s 4.5/5

With a prime location near the Stadium of Light, San Marino’s at Hanover Place has received rave reviews for its Italian cuisine.

Customers have commented on the “lovely” service from the staff and the wide range of food that caters to many dietary needs.

6. Enfes Restaurant 4.5.5

For portions of soulful Mediterranean favourites, head to Restaurant Enfes on Derwent Street in Sunderland.

Reviews praise the baklava and moussaka served at the popular restaurant, earning it an impressive 4.5 out of five from customers.

5. Borneo Bistro 4.5/5

Located on Hylton Road in Sunderlan city center, Borneo Bistro serves Asian fast food all day.

The menu includes Chinese, Filipino and Thai dishes and earns an impressive 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor.

4. Spice Empire 4.5/5

Spice Empire on Church Lane in the city center scores 4.5 out of five for its Indian flavours, described as ‘fantastic’.

Reviews also praised the take-out feature, so you can enjoy signature dishes from the comfort of your own home.

3. The Scullery Silksworth 4.5/5

In third place is The Scullery, serving traditional British food in Silksworth.

Reviews praise the crispy Yorkshire puddings and generous portion sizes, promising new customers a fulfilling and memorable dining experience.

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2. Yuvraaj 5/5

In second place is Yuvraaj on the Douro Terrace just outside the city center, which earns an impressive five stars.

Visitors have described the traditional Indian cuisine as “beautiful” and praised the draft beer selection.

1. Aperitif 5/5

Sunderland’s most popular restaurant is Aperitif on High Street West in the city center, according to TripAdvisor.

Reviewers have given the restaurant five stars on the website.

The restaurant serves classic Italian cuisine, including delicious tiramisu, and customers have rated the restaurant as “top notch” from everything to the service to the food.