Fat Hippo Underground
2 - 6 Shakespeare Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne
View on Google MapsCasual dining restaurant offering serious comfort food such as burgers & chips in a cool space. Summary via Google
About Fat Hippo Underground
Fat Hippo Underground on Shakespeare Street serves casual comfort food centred on burgers and chips. The kitchen offers vegan and gluten-free versions alongside standard options, with portions noted as generous.
The restaurant holds a five-star food hygiene rating and welcomes children, groups and dogs. Booking is available.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
What's nearby
- Theatre Royal next door
- Central Arcade next door
- Grainger Market 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Diners like this restaurant's delicious, juicy burgers, including excellent vegan and gluten-free options, and generous portions. They also highlight the friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable staff who provide great service, especially regarding allergies. Guests mention the lively atmosphere and good value for money.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (3,332 reviews)
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Newcastle upon Tyne
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.