What makes Gekko different is not just its menu, which is probably the most extensive in Newcastle, but the freshness of the food. The dishes that are suitable for buffet, such as Indian food, Thai and Texmex are available in a 64 dish help yourself buffet. However other varieties, best served fresh, are cooked to order. So if you want noodles, these are cooked on the wok in front of you. Sushi is made freshly every hour and is served with wasabi and other popular sauces. You can order marinated skewers, and watch them sizzle on the char grill.

Try the Malaysian chicken curry and hot and spicy white bait for mains while starters could consist of nachos with cheese and seaweed. If you prefer pizza then meat feast with ham, pepperoni and chicken topping may appeal to you. For dessert a fine selection of cakes, flan, cookies, tarts and muffins are at hand.