Wed 4th Sep 2013 - Breaking News - ZaZa Bazaar takes 17,000 sq ft in Newcastle’s Gate ZaZa Bazaar takes 17,000 sq ft in Newcastle’s Gate: ZaZa Bazaar, whose Bristol “world buffet” restaurant is the biggest in the UK, has taken a lease on a 17,000 square foot unit in the Gate development in Newcastle upon Tyne. Hannah Milne, regional portfolio manager for the Crown Estate, which bought the Gate in 2012 for £60m, said: “This letting is a great example of our strategy to improve the overall quality of the offer at the Gate. ZaZa Bazaar provides a unique experience to customers as well as high-quality food, and will further broaden the Gate’s appeal to a wide range of visitors.” Nitin Bhatnagar, co-founder and director of food services at ZaZa Bazaar, said: “We are excited to be coming to the Gate, especially given the Crown Estate’s plans to enhance the centre’s reputation as the north e ast’s top food and entertainment destination. Our concept pushes the boundaries of dining, offering customers fantastic high quality food from around the world, cooked right in front of them giving an unforgettable experience.” The Bristol ZaZa Bazaar, which opened in 2011, boasts it can seat up to 1,000 diners, and its “eat till you drop” offer costs £12.99 for two hours weekday evenings, £15.99 weekends. Davis Coffer Lyons acted on behalf of the Crown Estate. Other tenants in The Gate include an outlet for the Handmade Burger Co, which opened this summer.