Popular bars announce plans to take over former Mushroom site
The teams behind two hugely popular Tyneside bars have said they will come to together to breathe life into a nightlife space.
The Mushroom on Grainger Street closed at the end of January.
An estimated 5,000 people attended the final night after over two decades of trading, and the future of the site has now been confirmed.
In a joint post to social media, two hugely popular spots in Newcastle confirmed the site will become an Irish bar under new plans.
The Dog and Parrot on Clayton Street and The Dubliner on the Quayside have come together to confirm they will take control of the site, with the bar ready to open for St Patrick’s Day weekend.
The statement, which was posted to social media, reads: “THE DUBLINER X DOG AND PARROT
“Introducing Dirty Murphys, an underground bar built around music, sport and good times. Where the pints are mighty and the craic is at 90.
“Expect all your favourite Dubliner musicians and hospitality combined with Dog & Parrot’s DJs, influence, drink deals & atmosphere.
“Opening March 13th, just in time for Paddy’s Weekend!”
The Dog and Parrot is a much loved student and pre-gig hotspot in the city centre while the Dubliner has become a very busy spot Quayside since it opened in the summer of 2023.