If you fancy taking a bite out of some great independent cafes and restaurants this year, we’ve rounded up some of the best the city has to offer, from new faces to Sunderland stalwarts.
13. Infinity Pizza, High Street West, Sunniside
If you fancy stuffing your face for a bargain price, Infinity Pizza offers all-you-can-eat pizza for £10.95 for adults and £5 for kids. It's perfect if you're planning on lining your stomach before a trip to the cinema. Photo: Stu Norton
14. The Saltgrass, Deptford
One of the city's most historic pubs, The Saltgrass is under new management. Food is served Wednesday to Saturday from noon until 8pm and Sundays from noon until 5pm and offers choices such as hanging kebab, trio of sausage & mash and homemade burgers. Photo: Stu Norton