Enigma Tap

4.7 ( 226 reviews )
Checking... 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
£1–20
60 Bedford St, North Shields NE29 0AL, United Kingdom
Nestled in the heart of North Shields, Enigma Tap is an inviting bar that expertly combines a modern ambiance with a welcoming community vibe. Renowned for its extensive selection of craft ales, wines, and spirits, it stands out with offerings from local breweries and an impressive range of cans. Reviewers consistently applaud the friendly and helpful staff, which enhances the overall experience. The bar is further praised for its cleanliness and inclusivity, with gender-neutral toilets and free sanitary products available—a testament to its welcoming nature for all patrons. The outdoor seating area is a highlight, perfect for enjoying drinks in the pleasant weather. While Enigma Tap does not serve extensive food options, a variety of bar snacks like Halloumi Fries and Parmo are available, and guests are encouraged to bring their own meals, enhancing the casual atmosphere. Testaments from customers reveal that it’s an ideal spot for both quick visits and leisurely afternoons, especially during their popular Wednesday quiz nights. Overall, Enigma Tap embodies a charming blend of community spirit, excellent beverages, and comfort, making it a gem of a micro pub in North Shields. Don’t forget to bring your furry friend along for some doggy treats!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • No delivery
    • No takeaway
  • Highlights
    • Has great beer selection
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For Enigma Tap

Jay Cheek
May 26,2025
Situated about five minute from North Shields is Enigma Tap room Its has a modern and contempory design inside (doesn't feel like your usual Micro bar). They have a good selection of alcohol from ales, ciders, larger, wines and spirits and they have a selection if guest ales from local breweries. Whilst they selection I did like, it would be nice if they had a few more. They also have a good selection of cans and they also have doggy treats if you pop in and have a dog. I'll definatly be back here
Jock Mooney
Apr 11,2025
Nice relaxed bar. Great selection of beers and bar snacks, wine and spirits also available. Quiet in the afternoon and does get busy in the evenings. Great for a small group - especially if the weather is nice and you can sit outside on benches. Gender neutral toilets x 2. Free sanitary products available and the bar and toilets are always very clean. Inclusive, LGBTQ friendly.
Daniel McGwinn
Apr 2,2025
A great little pub with craft beer on keg and cask. Friendly and helpful staff. You can bring your own food in or even have it delivered there. They don't serve their own food other than bar snacks usually. There's a weekly quiz on a Wednesday, pre booking essential and a cheese board is provided. Dogs welcome. A wonderful local to have in the area.
Michael Minchella
Mar 31,2025
This is a great little pub in the centre of North Shields. They provide a wide range of real ales on tap, and also a variety of spirits. I had one of the best sipping vodka’s I think I have ever tried – St Marys Vodka, a local brew. The staff were friendly and obliging. There is a rear area for outdoor drinking or smoking if that is your thing. The toilets are a little pokey, but were clean and well maintained. There are some comfy seats available as well as bench seats and standard bar seats.
David Maughan
Mar 17,2025
Found this little micro pub by chance. Normally not a great fan of any solely real ale places but this one is the exception. Good friendly staff, nice surroundings and a bit of music in the background.
David McClinton
Mar 11,2025
Very good selection of beers and quality little find in North Shields! Plenty of snack selections as well. Nice outside seating area, takes American Express.
nell kell
Feb 18,2025
Over the moon that we have somewhere like this in shields. Will be a huge bonus for the town centre. Nothing pretentious here at all, they've done a lovely job with the refurb (check out the chairs - the metal is recycled from WW2 aeroplanes) and the staff are friendly and welcoming, knowledgeable about the beer without being overbearing. Seems to be attracting a mixed crowd, all sorts and different ages! Doggy friendly too. Nice selection of local gins. Also low alcohol beers and soft drinks, plus teas and coffees so boozing isn't mandatory! (Oh, and the toilets are very fancy - me mam will approve).
Andy 500
Feb 6,2025
A wonderful addition to North Shields. A great space serving an excellent choice of keg and cask. Enjoyed the cask Almasty Session IPA and the Anarchy Citra Star. Can't wait for a revisit :-)

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