Don’t get stuck stomping the streets trying to find somewhere to party.
Check out our extensive list of the best stag do bars in Newcastle, so you and the boys can celebrate the main man’s big send-off in style.
No hassle. No faff. No walking about aimlessly.
Head straight to where the party’s at and don’t waste a minute of your big night out.
And if you’re still in the process of planning the groom’s big weekend away, head to our Newcastle stag do homepage for the full lowdown on activities, nightlife, accommodation and more!
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Best Stag Bars in Newcastle
The WonderBar
The WonderBar is wunderbar!
No pretension. No snootiness. No snobbery.
This cracking boozer is packed full of darts, drinks, dancing and more.
There’s also wall-to-wall live sports if you’re looking to catch the game whilst you’re partying in this fine city.
Where: The Gate, Newgate St, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 5TG
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: N/A
Opening Times: Daily 10 am – Late
Spot White
Boasting a load of pool tables, snooker tables, table tennis tables, an air hockey table and plenty of live sports, ice-cold beers and more – Spot White is spot-on.
It’s also open until the small hours for those late-night pool tournaments.
Where: 14-18 Stowell Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4XQ
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: N/A
Opening Times: Daily 12 pm – 6 am (7 am Fridays & Saturdays)
The Hustle
Restaurant meets disco lounge.
This place is a little bit different and a whole bit legendary.
Come for some food, stay for the party.
Where: Newgate Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 5RE
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: No Fancy Dress
Opening Times: Daily 12 pm – 11 pm (1 am Fridays & Saturdays)
Twenty Twenty
20 outrageous cocktails. 20-inch pizzas. It’s all eyes on this vibrant bar where you and the guys can fuel up ahead of a big night on the town.
The party carries on until 2 am at the weekends with DJs belting out some massive hits.
Where: 5 Bigg Market, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1UN
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: N/A
Opening Times: Daily 12 pm – 1 am (2 am Fridays & Saturdays)
NQ64 Arcade Bar
Retro arcade games. Great beers. Classic game consoles.
It’s a hat trick Alan Shearer would be proud of.
From Donkey Kong to Pac-Man, Guitar Hero to GameCubes, this place has it all.
Where: 82 Pilgrim Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 6SG
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: No offensive fancy dress. Up to the doorman.
Opening Times: Mon-Fri 4 pm – 2 am / Saturday 12 pm – 2 am / Sunday 12 pm – 1 am
Socials: Instagram
The Alchemist
If you’re looking for a refined cocktail experience, The Alchemist is the place.
They even have a resident DJ hitting up the decks on Fridays and Saturdays to help cultivate a feel-good atmosphere.
So rock up, order something different, and enjoy the vibe.
Where: 5 Grey’s Quarter, Eldon Square, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 7AP
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: Smart/Casual. No paraphernalia.
Opening Times: Mon-Wed 11 am – 12 am / Thurs-Fri 11 am – 1 am / Sat 10 am – 1 am / Sun 10 am – 11 pm
Socials: Instagram
Cosy Joes
This place is the home of karaoke.
With four DJs across multiple floors, plus a main stage where you can get up and belt out some bangers, it’s a great place to kickstart the night.
“Good times never seemed so good!”
“So good, so good, so good!”
Where: 31 Groat Market, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1UQ
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: N/A
Opening Times: Mon-Thurs 9 pm – 2 am / Fri 7 pm – 3 am / Sat 3p – 3 am / Sun 9pm – 1 am
Socials: Facebook
Above
This sublime rooftop bar has cracking views across this mighty city.
Head on up, grab a cocktail, and soak up the sights before the evening kicks into gear.
Where: Lower Dean Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 3JE
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: No fancy dress. No stag paraphernalia.
Opening Times: Fri 12 pm – 1.30 am / Sat-Sun 12 pm – 1 am / Mon-Thurs 2 pm – 12 am
Banyan
Slap bang in the centre of the city, Banyan is a brilliant place to grab a relaxed pint or two before you crank the party up a notch.
There’s even an outdoor area where you can enjoy the sun in the warm summer months.
Where: 3 Monument Mall, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 7AL
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: Smart/Casual
Opening Times: Fri-Sat 10 am – 12.30 am / Sun 10 am – 11 pm / Mon-Wed 10 am – 11 am / Thurs 10 am – 12 am
Filthy’s
Newcastle’s self-proclaimed home of live music!
Acts head up on stage daily, but the show really cranks up a notch on Friday and Saturday and is the place to be if you want to mix it up from a standard club night.
Boasting great acts and a cracking atmosphere, you won’t regret a Filthy’s night out.
Where: 3-4 Bigg Market, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1UW
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: No fancy dress
Opening Times: Sun-Thurs 7 pm – 3 am / Fri 5 pm – 3 am / Sat 1 pm – 3 am
Brewdog
Brewdog needs no introduction.
If you’re a fan of your craft beers and handmade sourdough pizza, you know where to head.
They’ve always got something new on worth trying.
Where: 16 Dean Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1PQ
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: Smart/Casual
Opening Times: Fri-Sat 12 pm – 1 am / Sun-Thurs 12 pm – 12 am
Mother Mercy
Smart, stylish and secret, this hidden basement cocktail joint is a seriously cool place to grab a cocktail or two when you’re partying in the Toon.
If you’re unsure what to drink, you can take the Twist of Fate where you spin to choose your cocktail.
Where: The Old George Yard, 44 Cloth Market, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1EE
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: Smart/Casual
Opening Times: Mon-Thurs 5 pm – 1 am / Fri-Sat 5 pm – 2 am / Sun 5 pm – 1 am
WC Newcastle
This former water closet has been cleaned out and repurposed into one of the coolest cocktail bars in the city.
Refined, refurbished and really damn cool, you and the guys can enjoy a hand-crafted cocktail before your night fully gets underway.
Where: Bigg Market, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1UW
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: Smart/Casual. No fancy dress or paraphernalia.
Opening Times: Mon-Thurs 2 pm – 11 pm / Fri 2 pm – 12 am / Sat 12 – 12 am / Sun 2 pm – 12 am
The Botanist
Another cracking countrywide bar, The Botanist in Newcastle boasts an indoor area, outdoor terrace and live music on Friday and Saturday nights.
From beers to brunch to roasts and more, it’s got the full range on offer.
Where: Monumental Mall, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 7AL
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: Smart/Casual. No fancy dress.
Opening Times: Mon-Thurs 12 pm – 12.30 am / Fri-Sar 10 am – 1.30 am / Sun 10 am – 12.30 am
Bar 52
Drinks deals, live sports, pub games and a buzzing atmosphere – Bar 52 is a sports fan’s haven.
Table tennis, darts, pool, beer pong, plus the biggest sporting events screened on an infinite number of TVs, it’s the place to head for a bit of competitive action.
Where: 55 Degrees North, Pilgrim Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 6BJ
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: N/A
Opening Times: Mon-Thurs 4 pm – Late / Fri-Sun 12 pm – Late
ChachaBuchi
ChachaBuchi BOUNCES.
Shuffleboard. Live music. A slamming food menu. Cocktails. Tap Beers. Ciders. Hand-stretched sourdough pizzas.
What’s. Not. To. Love?
Where: 28-32 Collingwood Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1JF
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: N/A
Opening Times: Mon-Thurs 5 pm – 12 am / Fri-Sat 12 pm – 3 am / Sun 12 pm – 12 am
Verano
Boasting an exotic vibe, this ‘Tequila Terrace’ is lively and packed with people ready to party.
From live DJs and entertainers to cocktails, beers and tequilas – it’s got the lot.
Where: 28-32 Collingwood Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1JF
Allow Stags: Yes
Restrictions: N/A
Opening Times: Fri-Sat 7 pm – 3 am
La Fée
Two words: Absinthe Cocktails!
Yes, these will well and truly put hair on your eyeballs.
They have a range of absinthe-based drinks on offer ranging from introductory to hardcore.
Where: 28-32 Collingwood Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1JF
Allow Stags: Yes
Website: Sun-Thurs 8 pm – 1 am / Fri-Sat 8 pm – 3 am
