AUSTRALIAN GOOD FOOD GUIDE - Home of the Chef Hat Awards

Newcastle & The Hunter Restaurants With Private Dining

"Ingredients Grown On-site or Nearby"
Margan Restaurant

Margan Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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.
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...
Redsalt

Redsalt

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Lovedale

Impress This Mother's DayTreat Mum this yearTreat Mum to extended hours to 12 pm at our award-winning buffet breakfast, including sparkling wine specials. Or join us for relaxed, elegant dining as Mum receives a complimentary cocktail AND de...
eRemo Restaurant

eRemo Restaurant

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30: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...
"2020 Readers' Choice Winner"
Now is the time to book..MOTHER'S DAY!This year is already going to fast. Get in quickly to secure your spot for Mother's Day.
Bella Italia

Bella Italia

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30:AM

Newcastle City

Taste family pride and tradition in every bite taken at Bella Italia on Hunter Street in Newcastle. This authentic Italian ristorante dishes up a slice of Italy in stylish surrounds of exposed bric...
For breathtaking waterfront dining in Newcastle, look no further than Jonah's on the Beach. Located within the Noah's on the Beach Quality Hotel, this award-winning restaurant gives diners pictures...
"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...
Sesames On The Lake

Sesames On The Lake

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00:PM

Belmont

2 Course + Wine Special!ONLY $30PP Book now and try our delicious 2-Course Lunch with a glass of wine all for only $30 Per Person!
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
Subo

Subo

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

Newcastle City

13 Chef Hat Award
The Flotilla

The Flotilla

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00:PM

Newcastle City

13 Chef Hat Award
Tower Lodge

Tower Lodge

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00:PM

Pokolbin

12 Chef Hat Award
Set under soaring wood ceilings, the restaurant at Tower Lodge on Halls Road in Pokolbin is designed to mirror the Hunter Valley’s intrinsic connection with food and wine. Drawing fresh local produ...
Scratchleys On The Wharf

Scratchleys On The Wharf

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30:AM

Newcastle City

Restaurant & Catering Association
Overlooking beautiful Lake Macquarie in Toronto, Casa-Nova Italian Restaurant and Bar on Victory Parade is a relaxing little joint to enjoy Italian fare and cheeky cocktails. Chill out indoors wher...
Muse Kitchen

Muse Kitchen

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00:PM

Pokolbin

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Salina Restaurant

Salina Restaurant

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00:PM

Belmont

Embrace a melting pot of Italian cuisine in a relaxed and casual ambience at Salina Restaurant on Pacific Highway in Belmont. Taking its name and inspiration from one of the Aeolian islands aboundi...
Heddon Greta Hotel

Heddon Greta Hotel

Bistro   $$$$$   Open Now

Heddon Greta

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...