The Mad House

The Mad House in Newcastle upon Tyne is a vibrant, off-beat cocktail bar experience designed to surprise and entertain. Located in city-centre venues (notably 37 Pink Lane and 10 Dean Street) in Newcastle’s lively nightlife district, the bar is all about bold cocktails, immersive décor and a party atmosphere.

From the moment you arrive, the décor hints at the venue’s playful concept: think lounge-style furniture, themed “rooms” (living rooms, gardens, even bathroom touches), neon lights and colourful furnishings. One review notes you can “sit around a bathtub, bed and hob or on a toilet” as part of the seating quirks.

Drinks are definitely the headline

the menu highlights “MAD Cocktails”, which evolve seasonally and offer a taste adventure. They promote 2 for £18 cocktails all day every day. Food-wise, the bar offers “Council Tapas” sharing boards full of fun items (nuggets, fish fingers, chips etc) especially during the weekend bottomless brunch, which features drink packages and a playful approach to eating.

Opening hours show Monday and Tuesday closed; Wednesday/Thursday open from mid-afternoon; Friday/Saturday from noon; Sunday from midday. The Mad House is ideal for group outings, pre-club drinks, fun brunches or celebrating something special with a twist. Its energy is higher than a quiet lounge bar, so if you’re after dancing or louder music later on, it suits well; for a quiet drink it may be less ideal.