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Newcastle & The Hunter Restaurants With Degustation Menu

Valentine's Day 14th February Indulge in a 3 Course menu specially curated with love, featuring the finest ingredients and flavours that will set the perfect mood for a romantic evening. Valentine's Day Dinning and Accommodatio...
Restaurant Botanica

Restaurant Botanica

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Pokolbin

13 Chef Hat Award
When pondering a Hinterland escape, head to Restaurant Botanica at Spicers Vineyard Estate along Hermitage Road in Pokolbin. A contemporary dining room awaits, with timber tables, cane wicker chair...
Sophistication meets intrigue at exclusive late-night destination, Miine on Darby Street in Newcastle. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere designed to captivate your senses with a share menu showcasi...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Set among the lush, thriving grounds of rolling vineyards and a panorama of the Brokenback Ranges, The Mill Restaurant in Pokolbin plates up a refined Mod Oz menu, using seasonal Hunter Valley prod...
"Ingredients Grown On-site or Nearby"
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 10:00 AM

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
For contemporary estate fine dining in the tranquil rural setting of the Hunter Valley, visit award-winning Margan Restaurant in Broke. Relax in classical surrounds inside, complete with white tabl...
Redsalt

Redsalt

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:30 AM

Lovedale

Valentine’s DaySpecial Valentine’s MenuThis Valentines Day treat your special someone to an unforgettable evening at our signature dining space. Indulge in a specially designed 3 course menu that promises to delight your taste buds and ...
"2020 Readers' Choice Winner"
Vines Restaurant at Hollydene Estate presents a unique and inviting dining experience on the edge of the Upper Hunter Valley. Located on the site of the historic Arrowfield Winery, this award-winni...
HUMBUG

HUMBUG

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Newcastle City

12 Chef Hat Award
Muse Restaurant
16 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Circa 1876

Circa 1876

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 PM

Pokolbin

12 Chef Hat Award
An iconic destination restaurant in Pokolbin, Circa 1876 captures the wonder and essence of the Hunter Valley. Housed within Peppers Convent and surrounded by lush greenery, this popular establishm...
The Hunter Valley’s Tallavera Grove Vineyards also offers fine French fare at Bistro Molines.
Meet

Meet

Brazilian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Newcastle City

It's the place to eat, drink, sip, share, dine and dance in Newcastle – Meet on Darby Street. Recently relocated to a vast warehouse, this New York-style bar and restaurant rocks an industrial-meet...
Ducks in the Field

Ducks in the Field

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 11:30 AM

Morpeth

Driving through the picturesque suburb of Morpeth along the Hunter River, resides quaint high tea establishment, Ducks in the Field. In a farmhouse overlooking manicured cottage courtyard gardens, ...
Perched on the shores of Lake Macquarie in Warners Bay, Brownsugar Restaurant + Functions is designed to take your breath away. A short drive from Newcastle takes you to this waterfront restaurant ...
Esca Bimbadgen

Esca Bimbadgen

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 12:00 PM

Pokolbin

Restaurant & Catering Association
Eighty Eight

Eighty Eight

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00 AM

Pokolbin

Inside a restored heritage listed convent in the Hunter Valley is Eighty Eight at Peppers Convent, offering a truly memorable culinary experience. Resonating with a French country style, Eighty Eig...