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Newcastle & The Hunter Restaurants With Degustation Menu

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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...
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...
"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...
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...
Muse Restaurant

Muse Restaurant

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

Pokolbin

16 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
HUMBUG

HUMBUG

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

Newcastle City

12 Chef Hat Award
Bistro Molines

Bistro Molines

French   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 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...
Ducks in the Field

Ducks in the Field

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 10:30 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, ...
Meet

Meet

Brazilian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Redsalt

Redsalt

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Lovedale

From dawn till dusk, wine country’s finest is served at Redsalt Restaurant on Wine Country Drive in Lovedale. Find sweeping views of the golf course, swimming pool and vineyards at Rydges Resort’s ...
Esca Bimbadgen

Esca Bimbadgen

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Pokolbin

Restaurant & Catering Association
RidgeView Restaurant has an emphasis on fresh seasonal local produce, the head chef has created a sumptuous menu full of fantastic dishes to suit all tastes. Attention to detail is the key with car...
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...