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A quirky Hartlepool bar and bistro is winning fans with its character-filled interiors, welcoming atmosphere and drinks menu that goes far beyond the usual.
No8 Bar is one of those places that can easily fly under the radar, until somebody lets you in on the secret.
Tucked away on Scarborough Street in Hartlepool, the independent venue has been described by guests as “one of Hartlepool’s cute hidden gems” and a “super little bar”, with friendly staff, standout décor and a warm, inviting vibe all part of the appeal.
There is plenty to choose from behind the bar too.
No8 serves hand-crafted cocktails, beers, ales, spirits and coffee made with locally roasted beans, alongside freshly prepared food using locally sourced ingredients.
Its menu includes Red Bull infusion drinks, açai bowls and toasties, offering its own take on classic plates and drinks.
For something a little different, the bar also serves flavoured matcha drinks topped with a cookie, chocolate and sprinkles.
One customer praised the venue’s “friendly staff, great drink choices and quirky decor”.
Another said: “What a great little bar this is, packed to the brim of great fixtures and, whisper this so it stays a secret, they have a snug downstairs with a digital juke box.”
That downstairs snug is one of the features helping No8 stand out, offering a tucked-away indoor spot for a drink, a catch-up or a more relaxed evening.
Around the rest of the venue, the décor is packed with trinkets and unusual fixtures, creating a setting that feels more personal than a standard town-centre bar.
Another guest called it a “really charismatic and quaint bar full of atmosphere and character”.
No8 describes itself as a safe and inclusive space, with both indoor and outdoor seating available.
It is also a daytime option for anyone looking to swap the usual high-street coffee chains for fresh food, quality locally roasted coffee and a venue with a little more personality.