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Newcastle & The Hunter Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

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EXP Restaurant

EXP Restaurant

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

Pokolbin

15 Chef Hat Award
Located on Broke Road in Pokolbin, EXP Restaurant delivers a thoughtful, immersive dining experience shaped by the seasons and the best of local produce. Each dish is crafted as an expression of mo...
Hunters Quarter

Hunters Quarter

European   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Pokolbin

13 Chef Hat Award
Experience elegant dining in a relaxed atmosphere when you feast at Hunters Quarter restaurant, located in the Pooles Rock Vineyard on De Beyers Road in Pokolbin. Offering stunning views across the...
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...
eRemo Restaurant

eRemo Restaurant

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Pokolbin

12 Chef Hat Award
Embark on a culinary adventure where each day and sometimes each table is different at eRemo Restaurant on Ekerts Road in Pokolbin. This modern and contemporary Italian eatery, the centrepiece of S...
The Gates Restaurant on Leogate Estate overlooks some of the Hunter Valley's oldest grapevines in Pokolbin, with a backdrop of the captivating Brokenback Mountain range. Inside, luxurious décor pla...
8 at Trinity

8 at Trinity

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Morisset

Restaurant & Catering Association
Celebrate NYE Dinner 2025-26 at 8 at TrinityJames Morrison LiveIndulge in an Unforgettable NYE Dinner Experience with Spectacular Fireworks & Live Entertainment! Welcome 2026 in grandeur, and usher in the new year with live entertainment including James Morri...
Sunday Sessions at Taste of the CountryFeaturing Cormac GrantCome and enjoy an afternoon with Taste of the Country! We're featuring local musician Cormac Grant this December 14th, Sunday Session from 1 pm to 4 pm. VIP Picnic Patches can be reserved along wit...
Food Farmacy

Food Farmacy

Vegan   $$$$$   Opens at 8:30 AM

Cardiff

Signature Savoury BowlsA Must Try!Discover Food Farmacy’s Signature Savoury Bowls — fresh, nourishing and packed with flavour! Enjoy the Green Goodness Bowl with house-made falafel and tahini dressing, the Protein Bali Bowl with sp...
Adamstown Bowling Club

Adamstown Bowling Club

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Adamstown

Situated on Glebe Road in Adamstown, Adamstown Bowling Club is a lively community hub where sport, good food and relaxed socialising come together. More than a bowls club, it proudly supports local...
Dust the sand from your feet and wrap a towel around your body as you head straight from Newcastle Main Beach to The Kiosk Newcastle Beach on Shortland Esplanade. Grab a bite to eat and enjoy a co...
Wildflame BBQ's Takeaway MenuOrder now!Discover our flavour-packed Takeaway Menu! Enjoy tender Mesquite Smoked Brisket (GF) served with your choice of two sides and one sauce. Dive into our crispy Wildflame Fries (GF), savour the BBQ Ta...
The Lost Souls

The Lost Souls

International   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Cooks Hill

Milk & Cookies CocktailDecember Only!This is what Santa was really asking for! Stop by for a Milk & Cookies Cocktail.
Estabar

Estabar

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Newcastle City

Restaurant & Catering Association
Coastal Flavours At Estabar CaféSavour The SeasideOverlooking the ocean, Estabar Café celebrates fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients. From vibrant breakfasts to wholesome lunches and house-made gelato, every bite captures the essence ...
Slingtown Espresso

Slingtown Espresso

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 AM

Islington

Coffee, creativity and community are the ethos behind Islington café, Slingtown Espresso on Beaumont Street. Nestling among vintage and pre-loved stores, this longstanding coffee haunt is the hub o...
The Greenroof

The Greenroof

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Newcastle City

Nestled on Tudor Street in the heart of Newcastle City, The Greenroof is where heritage charm meets a lively, modern energy. Behind its character-filled façade lies a warm and welcoming space that ...
Worn-Out-Wares Cafe

Worn-Out-Wares Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Singleton

There’s nowhere quite like Worn-Out-Wares Café, affectionately known as an eclectic one-stop shop for lovers of fine things, in the historic town of Singleton. Set in a delightful building fitted o...
Oak & Vine

Oak & Vine

Sri Lankan   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Pokolbin

Thursday Locals' NightBring Your Fave WineBring a bottle of your favourite local Hunter Valley wine and enjoy with a delicious take on Sri Lankan-inspired modern cuisine curated by Chef Vinny at Oak & Vine Restaurant. Bookings essential, c...
Heritage Gardens Cafe

Heritage Gardens Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:30 AM

Ashtonfield

Nestled on Four Mile Creek Road in Ashtonfield, Heritage Gardens Cafe is a charming eatery within Flower Power’s Nursery. With a relaxed indoor-outdoor vibe, lush garden surrounds and decks, it’s i...
Bringing a taste of Southern Italy to Islington, Hungry Wolf’s Italian Restaurant is a warm and welcoming neighbourhood eatery where hearty hospitality fills the air. Family-run and inspired by Cal...
For weary travellers and locals alike, The Roundabout Inn on Church Street in Gloucester is the ideal place to kick back and relax. Located on a roundabout on the main street, the inn has been newl...