Restaurant Upstairs

Our Story

From college kitchens to our own restaurant.

The Brickyard began with two brothers, a shared passion for food and an opportunity that changed everything.

After leaving Middlesbrough College in July 2023, we joined the kitchen team at Rudding Park the following month. It was there we spent two years developing our skills, learning professional standards and building the knowledge that would later shape the way we run our own restaurant.

In June 2025, we left Rudding Park after being approached by our dad with the opportunity to create something of our own. One month later, on 2nd July 2025, The Brickyard opened its doors.

At just 20 years old, we took on not only the cooking, but the full responsibility of running the business. From creating menus and working service to improving the restaurant, building the brand and growing our online presence, we have been hands-on in every part of The Brickyard’s journey.

Since opening, we have been featured in the local newspaper, appeared on local radio and even welcomed darts star Gian van Veen to the restaurant, where he tried his first ever Parmo with us.

For us, The Brickyard is more than a restaurant. It is the result of hard work, family support and a belief that great food and genuine hospitality can create something special in Brotton.