Shijo

A well-regarded Japanese takeaway at the Haymarket Metro concourse, rated 4.2 on TripAdvisor and ranked among Newcastle's better Japanese options with over 75 reviews. The chicken katsu curry is consistently named as the standout — reviewers call it among the best in Newcastle — and the chicken katsu donburi and vegetable tempura curry also draw strong praise. Dishes are priced around £5–6, making it popular with students and city-centre workers. Fast service even at busy times is a recurring point in positive reviews.