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Newcastle & The Hunter Restaurants With Bush Views

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Hunters Quarter

Hunters Quarter

European   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

Pokolbin

13 Chef Hat Award
FATHERS DAY LONG LUNCH 7th September 2025CATCH OF THE DAY | Fathers Day Sunday Lunch 7th September 2025 We are taking bookings for Fathers Day and we believe there is no better way to celebrate than with an unforgettable long lunch at Hu...
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...
Father's Day Lunch Sunday 7th September Join Us This Father’s Day! Celebrate Dad with a complimentary beer or glass of red wine on arrival. Enjoy our delicious Father’s Day specials, crafted just for the occasion.
Slingtown Espresso

Slingtown Espresso

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Islington

Slingtown Coffee – The Home of CoffeeVisit Us Today!From humble beginnings as a small espresso bar in Islington, NSW, Slingtown Coffee has grown into a proudly independent roaster based on Awabakal Country. With purpose-driven values and carefully d...
NINETEEN

NINETEEN

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Pokolbin

$12 Cocktail Happy HourEnjoy $12 CocktailsWhat’s the best thing about Friday nights? Our 5 pm-7 pm $12 cocktails of course! Kickstart your weekend with us and this unmissable special! *Excludes public holidays.
"2020 Readers' Choice Winner"
Markets in the Vines At Hollydene EstateSaturday Sep 13th 2025Hollydene Estate Wines are excited to announce their first Spring Market Event, showcasing the local talent, artists, craft makers and artisans of the Upper Hunter and surrounding areas. Vines Rest...
"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...
Bistro Molines

Bistro Molines

French   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Mount View

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
The Hunter Valley’s Tallavera Grove Vineyards also offers fine French fare at Bistro Molines.
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
Circa 1876

Circa 1876

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Culinary excellence meets the charm of the Hunter Valley at Goldfish Bar and Restaurant on Broke Road in Pokolbin. Embark on a culinary journey like no other at this dining destination nestled amid...
Cafe Enzo

Cafe Enzo

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Pokolbin

Restaurant & Catering Association
Ducks in the Field

Ducks in the Field

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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, ...
Amanda's on the Edge

Amanda's on the Edge

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

Pokolbin

Restaurant & Catering Association
When in the Hunter Valley it’s natural to roam around for an authentic taste of home and Amanda’s on the Edge offers country flavours from a sprawling hilltop locale in Pokolbin. Vineyard views are...
Buttai Barn

Buttai Barn

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens Fri 6:30 PM

Buttai

From bucking shows and bush dancing to elegant weddings, Buttai Barn on Lings Road in Buttai has the answer to all function needs. After working up an appetite on Elvis the Bull, expect to chow dow...
Grey Gum Cafe

Grey Gum Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 10:00 AM

Putty

Esca Bimbadgen

Esca Bimbadgen

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

Pokolbin

Restaurant & Catering Association
Hermitage Road in the popular Hunter Valley wine region of Pokolbin, IronBark Hill Vineyard was first planted in the late 1980s. IronBark Hill produces predominately Shiraz and Chardonnay and is ex...