Best Casual Restaurants in Seaton Valley

Tucked away close to Newcastle's thousand-year-old castle, the French Quarter is a gem that provides a memorable dining experience. It offers a harmonious blend of exceptional food, warm service, and an inviting ambience. The menu is thoughtfully curated, with French-inspired dishes that highlight a perfect marriage of flavours and freshness. On my visit, I began with an exquisite Rillettes de Porc with some off-menu toasted bread. I followed this with an indulgent Bœuf Bourguignon accompanied by a tangy Gratin Dauphinois and fresh Haricot Vert. The staff were an absolute delight—attentive, friendly, and passionate about their work. They were happy to make recommendations, explaining food combinations with detail and enthusiasm. Every interaction felt personal, adding an extra layer of warmth to my visit. The restaurant offered subtle touches of a French bistro, a cosy yet sophisticated charm. It's perfect for both intimate dinners and lively group get-togethers. It's not budget dining, but the quality of the food, impeccable service, and overall experience justify the cost. Portions are generous, and each dish feels crafted with care. Whether you're a fan of French cuisine or just looking for a memorable culinary experience, the French Quarter delivers on all fronts. I will certainly return.

The food was delicious and very well cooked but the portion size was too small I had soup which was a very small portion and the bread was lovely but amounted to approx half a slice of bread which was a bit skimpy Having said that it was one of the best soups I’ve ever tasted

lovely sunday lunch beautiful food good service well worth it

We had a lovely Sunday lunch here - good value for money as well. It's just a shame that the bistro is no longer open for a "proper" meal on a Friday or Saturday as nowadays it's mostly pub grub, however you can get fish of the day or a steak but then there's nothing for a starter apart from soup, which has put us off going now

Superb meal and highly recommend the family loved it