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Britain's 100 Best Local Restaurants

The Good Food Guide in partnership with Square are looking for Britain's 100 Best Local Independent Restaurants 2025, they're looking for it to be a casual kind of place, with excellent cooking, using local suppliers and a brilliantly warm welcome for whoever walks through the door. It's the kind of restaurant that draws you back time and again.

If you think we fit what The Good Food Guide are looking for and you love all we do
please nominate us before 16th April

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- Forge offer -

Available Wednesday and Thursday

Brunch and evening menu

2 small plates and a side for £20

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Showcasing the best of British produce with seasonal plates in the heart of Washington Village.
We offer both indoor and outdoor seating including covered and heated terrace,
available for bookings or walk in.

About
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WELCOME

We are an independent, family owned restaurant in the
heart of Washington Village. The big, little brother of

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We pride ourselves on serving the highest quality, locally sourced, wholesome, fresh, British food.
Our passionate Head Chef, Alex Doughty, makes sure that his menus work around seasonality, reflecting in the food he prepares, so that we continue to be an excellent destination for those seeking outstanding quality food and drink.

 

We create spaces to

gather•eat•drink

Private Hire

If it's intimate you're after, look no further.
Our restaurant seats 40, with additional seating in our bar and outside dining areas, to the front and rear of the building. For more information on venue hire for private parties, celebrations and weddings,
please call 01919087621 or contact us

 

We create spaces to

gather•eat•drink

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Gift Vouchers

Share the love of good food and wine, gift vouchers are available
in £10, £20, £50 and £100. 
We can offer these as an online e-voucher
or please email or call to organise a gift voucher.

Get in Touch

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Location

The Forge Restaurant Washington Limited

The Avenue, Washington Village  NE38 7AB

​Booking terms and conditions

 

Contact

info@theforgefood.com

0191 908 7621

Opening Hours

Bank Holiday Mon 10:30am-5pm (last table 3pm)

Mon-Tues Closed, 
Wed 5-10:30pm (last table 8.15pm)

Thurs- Sat 10:30am-10:30pm (last table 8.15pm)

Sun 12pm-7:30pm (last table 6pm)

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