We’ve rounded up the latest top-rated restaurants in the city according to Google reviews, featuring those rated 4.8 or above, with the top score on this rating system being 5.
There’s a global melting pot of flavours on there from authentic Sri Lankan and Malaysian cuisine to Neapolitan-inspired pizza.
Here’s the top-rated sit-in Sunderland restaurants (cafes, bars and takeaways aside):
1. Wildfire, Deptford, 5.0
The top-rated restaurant in the city from the number of reviews and positive reviews is Wildfire with a top score of 5.0. Based in Deptford, they're slinging some of the best pizzas in the North East. One impressed diner said: "This is the best local pizza place, food is excellent, staff are super friendly and extremely efficient, it also has a fantastic atmosphere." | Sunderland Echo
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2. Seafood & Steak Co, STACK Seaburn, 5.0
The owners of Seafood & Steak Co have managed to create a stylish restaurant within the shipping containers at the front of STACK Seaburn. It's only racked up a couple of Google reviews but with both being very positive, it also has a 5.0 rating. One reads: "Absolutely beautiful place with excellent service and the food was amazing will definitely going back." | Sunderland Echo
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3. Sri Ceylon, Whitehall Terrace, 4.9
A real hidden gem near the hospital, Sri Ceylon offers a true taste of Sri Lanka for takeaway and sit in. One review said: "What a wonderful dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious — freshly made, full of authentic flavours, and served in generous portions. From the starter to the lamprais and finishing with a comforting cup of chai, everything was top notch. The owners were incredibly lovely and welcoming, which made the experience even more special. It’s such a gem to have a restaurant like this in the area. I’m already looking forward to my next visit in the coming months!" | Sunderland Echo
4. My Delhi, Borough Road, 4.9
My Delhi regularly makes the top-rated list with its colourful Indian street food offering, which will soon be relocating from Borough Road to Sunniside. One reviewer said: "I went on Thursday evening with a couple of my friends. Morgan and Melanie were our waitresses and they were really nice and chatty. The restaurant was clean and the food was amazing. Definitely worth a visit!" | Sunderland Echo