Sunderland has a rich and varied dining scene, and is home to many exciting new restaurants.
Here at Wearside Echoes, we wanted to take a moment to remember the eateries the city has loved and lost – from the department store cafes to the night-out takeaways and everything inbetween.
Almost 9,000 readers have joined the Echo’s nostalgia community on Facebook and their stomachs were rumbling as we asked them to nominate the Sunderland restaurant they would love to visit one last time. See if any of your favourites have made our picture round-up.
Other favourites from the Wearside Echoes page which are not pictured include; Hotline, Ling Hong, Lotus Garden, The Melting Pot, The Monks Kitchen and Pepe’s.
5. Delhi Durbar
Back to Hylton Road in 1976 for this picture. Sheila Jameson said: "Delhi Durba, best Indian restaurant in Sunderland." Photo: Sunderland Echo
6. Elizabeth's
Pictured here in 2003, Elizabeth's was a Sunderland institution. It closed in 2017. Margaret Crosby said: "Elizabeth's, because my mum liked it and I’d love to have one more meal with her and a couple of her friends." Photo: Sunderland Echo
7. Harvey's
Customers ready to tuck in at Harvey's, pictured here in December 1983. It had a late licence and welcomed customers until 4am back in the day. Photo: Sunderland Echo
8. Jonny Ringo's
Undoubtedly one of the most popular choices for our retro followers - a trip to Jonny Ringo's, pictured here in 1997. Photo: Sunderland Echo