With more choice than ever before, new additions joined some old favourites in Sunderland. Here’s a roundup of 22 new food and drink openings we welcomed in 2025.
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13. Sana Soul, Ewesley Road, High Barnes
Sana Soul brought its clean menu to Ewesley Road in High Barnes. Expect brunches, poke bowls, matcha and more. It also runs and workshop events. | Sunderland Echo
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14. Frallo at Copt Hill in Houghton
A new steakhouse came to the historic Copt Hill with the opening of Frallo. Steaks are sourced from Hadrian Heritage cattle and are salt-aged for a minimum of 28 days. There's various cuts on offer including sharing steaks. Italian and a la carte options also available. | Sunderland Echo

15. Namaste, Seaburn
After success in South Shields Namaste Prosecco Bay Lounge transformed the former Shagorika site in Seaburn serving Indian food with a modern twist. They also have live music at weekends, as well as bottomless brunch options | Sunderland Echo

16. The Korean Spoon, Fawcett Street
The Korean Spoon finally brought a Korean restaurant to the city. You can expect Korean classics like gimbap, bibimbap, corn dogs, kimchi pancakes and more | Sunderland Echo
