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Tia’s Mexican Cantina · Our Story

It started in Durham.
The story keeps growing.

Every table has its own story. The friends catching up, the family celebrating, the evening that lasts a little longer than planned. There’s room for yours at Tia’s.

Our story began in 1996 Durham · Claypath
Pull up a chair

Food brings us to the table. People make the evening.

Tia’s began in Durham in 1996. Our intimate cantina on Claypath became the starting point for a story built around Mexican food, colourful drinks and a welcoming atmosphere.

We want a visit to feel easy: settle in, choose something you love and enjoy the people you’re with. Whether it’s your first visit or your familiar favourite, make yourself at home.

1996

Our first chapter: Durham

A small cantina with plenty of character. Our original Durham restaurant brings a cosy, colourful setting to Claypath.

2026

A new chapter: Newcastle

Thirty years on, our story expands to The Gate. A larger restaurant and bar brings Tia’s to Newcastle with more space for food, cocktails and lively evenings.

The invitation is simple

Bring your favourite people.
Make some new memories.

The Tia’s experience

Come hungry. Settle in.

Mexican favourites

Enchiladas, chimichangas and sizzling fajitas: discover a favourite or return to the dish you’ve been thinking about.

Something to sip

Explore frozen margaritas, cocktails and tequila, alongside wines and beers.

A welcome for the family

Guests of all ages are welcome, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices available.

Please speak to our team about allergies and dietary requirements before ordering.

Your next chapter

Which Tia’s will we see you at?

Choose your restaurant, explore the menu and put a date in the diary.

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