But where’s the most popular? Each month, booking platform OpenTable looks at its data to list the most booked restaurants in any given area.
And here’s the most booked on that platform for Sunderland and Washington.
5. Carter & Fitch, Washington
Another popular spot is Carter & Fitch within George Washington Hotel. An impressed OpenTable user said: "The staff were very attentive and couldn't do enough for us. Would highly recommend." | OpenTable
6. The Prior, Moorside
In the heart of Moorside and Doxford Park, The Prior is a popular local. One reviewer said: "The meals were excellent but the dessert fruit crumble could have been better." | Submitted
7. The Cross Keys, Washington
A Washington Village favourite, The Cross Keys pub scores highly with OpenTable users. One said: "Excellent value for money both in price and portion sizes. Food was well presented hot and delicious and everyone enjoyed the meal. We can recommend the Fish and Chips, Cottage Pie, Macaroni cheese, Chicken Curry and the Apple and Blackberry Crumble. The staff are friendly and approachable and we cannot fault the service we had so we will book again." | Sunderland Echo Photo: Sunderland Echo
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8. The 3 Stories, High Street West
The 3 Stories in High Street West, another match day favourite, also makes the top-booked list. One reviewer said: "Food great quality and tasty service excellent as usual." | Sunderland Echo