About The Grotto
The Grotto sits within the Marsden Grotto, a cave structure on the coast at South Shields. The pub overlooks the sea and offers lift access down to the beach. It welcomes children, dogs and groups, and takes bookings.
Food includes fish and chips. The pub holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
What's nearby
- Marsden Bay next door
- Marsden Rock 150m away
- Lizard Lane Holiday Park 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Visitors say this unique place offers stunning sea views and a memorable atmosphere, with some enjoying delicious food like fish and chips. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, and the convenient lift access to the beach.
Some reviews mention the food can be overpriced.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.2 / 5 (2,660 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
- Tyne & Wear
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.