We’ve had a rifle through our archives to bring you some favourites over the years.
9. Blakeney's bar and restaurant, Doxford Park
A landmark site in Doxy, Blakeney's was a popular spot for a cheap and cheerful tea. Photo: JPI Media
10. Pritiraj, Queens Parade, Seaburn
Queens Parade has been home to a string of seafront restaurants for decades. Pritiraj was always a popular one. Today's it's Goa which has also proved a successful Indian restaurant. Photo: JPI Media
11. Naz, St Thomas Street
A long-running restaurant in St Thomas Street, Naz was once one of the city's most popular Indian restaurants. Pictured here is our business reporter Kevin Clark promoting a curry-a-day competition we ran with Naz. Photo: JPI Media
12. Paradise Garden, Coast Road, Seaburn
Known for its traditional decor and Lazy Susans, Paradise Garden ran for decades. In recent years, it was completely transformed to become The Bay fish and chip restaurant. Photo: JPI Media