Chiquito Gateshead

Chiquito Gateshead knows a thing or two about Tex-Mex food because it’s part of the biggest and most loved group of Tex-Mex restaurants in the UK. Chiquito has been making mouths water for over 25 years thanks to a signature jambalaya that knocks your socks off with flavour, tender steak fajitas that people can’t get enough of and street food classics like tacos and mini burritos. You’ll find Chiquito Gateshead in INTU MetroCentre, not far from House of Fraser, and these days you can get involved for brunch, lunch or dinner, with Chiquito also showing off an additional gluten-free menu as well as one for the kids. Chiquito margaritas are kind of a big deal, too, which is what makes it fit for a few casual drinks as well as for a proper Tex-Mex fill with the family. If you’re visiting Chiquito Gateshead at the weekend then a reservation is a good idea.

Chiquito Gateshead is always there when you need it, because there’s nothing like quality Tex-Mex fare before a film or to keep you fuelled during a shopping stint. Ask anyone who knows food in the UK to name the original Tex-Mex restaurant and the majority will name Chiquito without thinking, which pretty much tells you everything you need to know. You’ll find Chiquito Gateshead in INTU MetroCentre, not far from House of Fraser, where you can head for brunch, lunch and dinner.

The lunch menu at Chiquito Gateshead is designed to fit into your day which means Tex-Mex food that’s easy to eat and really well priced. Your most expensive lunchtime main will only set you back £7.99, but the quality of the food is still top notch. Then, the Chiquito dinner menu is what’s earnt the restaurant legendary status, and it’s brimming with Tex-Mex options ranging from sizzling street food to build-your-own fajitas, gourmet burgers and plenty of lighter bites as well. If you’re anywhere near INTU MetroCentre then get a table booked for Chiquito Gateshead – it never disappoints.