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Newcastle & The Hunter Restaurants With Fireplace

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Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

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

Broke

14 Chef Hat Award
Autumn Farm to Table Tasting MenuFriday to SundayOur iconic farm to table dining experience, available lunch and dinner. Enjoy a seasonally inspired tasting menu, showcasing the estate grown produce from our vineyard, farm, and local providores.
NINETEEN

NINETEEN

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

Pokolbin

Mother's Day Lunch2-course Lunch For $65Celebrate Mother's Day in the Hunter Valley with NINETEEN's Mother's Day Lunch. Featuring an exclusive 2-course menu it's the perfect way to spoil Mum or someone special this Mother's Day. Tickets ...
Restaurant Botanica

Restaurant Botanica

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00: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...
Oak & Vine

Oak & Vine

Sri Lankan   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00:PM

Pokolbin

Winemakers Dinner With Leogate Wines@ Oak & Vine RestaurantJoin Mark and Chef Vinny at Oak & Vine for a unique wine matched dinner experience with modern Sri Lankan cuisine paired with Leogate wines
Slingtown Espresso

Slingtown Espresso

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00:PM

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...
Two Fat Blokes Gourmet Kitchen

Two Fat Blokes Gourmet Kitchen

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:30:AM

Pokolbin

Overlooking the lush grounds of Harkham Wines, Two Fat Blokes Gourmet Kitchen on De Beyers Road in Pokolbin showcases the mouth-watering offerings of the Hunter Valley. This unique café rivals the ...
"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...
Traditional country cooking, just like Grandma’s, is what you’ll find at Taste of the Country café on Broke Road in Pokolbin. Nestled in Hunter Valley Gardens Village, café mascot Matilda awaits to...
Circa 1876

Circa 1876

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00: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...
Muse Restaurant

Muse Restaurant

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

Pokolbin

16 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Ginger Meg's

Ginger Meg's

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00:PM

Newcastle City

Restaurant & Catering Association
Ginger Megs is Newcastle's first Pan-Asian style eatery with a Restaurant & Cocktail Bar.
Amanda's on the Edge

Amanda's on the Edge

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

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...
Cafe Enzo

Cafe Enzo

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00:AM

Pokolbin

Restaurant & Catering Association
Blaxland Inn

Blaxland Inn

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

Pokolbin

Barrington Bar and Grill

Barrington Bar and Grill

Grill   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00:AM

Barrington Tops

Hidden in a lush valley beside the waters of a stunning mountain river is where visitors find Barrington Bar and Grill of Riverwood Downs in Barrington Tops. Whether travelling from near or far, pl...
Junction Hotel Restaurant
Find a gastro pub that is a little bit special at the Junction Hotel Restaurant on Corlette Street. Nestled in the heart of The Junction, this award-winning venue boasts a contemporary setting with...
Eatons Hotel Restaurant

Eatons Hotel Restaurant

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30:AM

Muswellbrook

Standing proudly along Bridge Street as part of the stunning, heritage-listed Eaton’s Hotel (circa 1866), is Eatons Hotel Restaurant, bringing to life a Muswellbrook landmark. Filled with original ...
Buttai Barn

Buttai Barn

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Kawul

Kawul

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00:AM

Pokolbin

Australian native inspired restaurant, Kawul on Pokolbin Mountains Road embraces the concept of using local and organic produce to create dishes which complement the land and region. New kid on the...