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Greggs' First Pub, The Golden Flake Tavern, Opens Saturday Inside Fenwick Newcastle

A time-limited venue reworks bakery staples into pub dishes with local beers.

Overview

  • Public opening is set for September 27 inside Fenwick’s Newcastle store, with the pop-up scheduled to run until February 14, 2026.
  • Core hours are 11am–7pm daily, with Tuesday evenings extended to 9pm from October 7 for a weekly quiz night.
  • The 15-dish menu is curated by Fenwick executive head chef Mark Reid, featuring items such as a Chicken Bake Parmo, a steak bake mixed grill and a ploughman’s platter.
  • A Sunday carvery offers a build-your-own format using a choice of Greggs bakes alongside traditional trimmings.
  • The bar pours a full range of drinks, including venue-specific beers brewed with Full Circle Brewery—Gosforth 1939 Stottie Lager and Pink Jammie Pale Ale—in a traditional-style setting with seating for about 88.