In a city full of soulless TAB-illuminated meat markets, Terrace Bar is a breath of fresh air…read more A social experiment of sorts, Terrace Bar is the debut product of Newcastle's "small bar movement" and boy have they shown us what we've been missing. Set up in a faux-derelict manner (behind the bar is the only modern aspect to the place), it owes a lot to Melbourne's hipster-chic scene, from the boutique beer selection to the fantastic DJ sets and impromptu dance floor. The atmosphere is great, friends and completely without any of the confrontational attitudes that plague... well.. just a bout every other bar in Newcastle. Only minus is that the license is only til midnight. The host live gigs and other performances in the small venue upstairs and also have a rooftop beer garden (as I said: "Melbourne") which is now open from lunchtimes at the weekends throughout the Summer. Only open Thursday-Sunday, this is a fantastic addition to the city and hopefully it will thrive.

A hidden hot spot in the heart of Newcastle. I've never been before and walked right passed it. A…read moretruly deceptive entrance. I'm not a fan of dark places which seems to be a trend with drinking venues. However, taking the stairs to the top completely changes the atmosphere. Downstairs you'd think they would go out of business but upstairs is where the people are. Back down by the bar was a dj playing great music with enough space for an impromptu dance. Not my type of place but I can appreciate what they are trying to achieve here.

I have traveled the world, and this is the best cocktail bar, I've ever been to. Follow the rules…read moreand enjoy!

A wonderful hidden gem! Such a neat atmosphere, quiet and intimate. The drinks were great and they…read morehad the best whiskey selection I've seen in Newcastle. Bartenders were great as well.

The Lass would be my favourite local live music venue. The inside bar area is small and if it's a…read morepopular band it gets cramped, but entry is always free and there's a big beer garden out back. It's always my pub of choice if I want to relax and have a chat with friends. There is generally live music wed to sat in the evening and Sunday in the afternoon. Open mic is on every second Thursday. Sometimes the ATM doesn't work so come prepared. It's a friendly, very accepting pub.

There's usually some good music going on at The Lass. The staff are pretty good. I recommend…read moresitting in the beer garden in the afternoon with some beer during summer. It's really nice outside :) there's generally a friendly vibe at The Lass in the evening too; it's a safe pub to visit.

It looks as if the further out from the city you go the better the pub accomodation becomes. Well,…read moreI can only describe it based upon this one particular pub, but I have to say that I was really impressed. The rooms were comfortable, and I got a really good nights sleep. Okay, checkin was a bit annoying, but that was because I ended up here pretty early, and they don't do check-in until the afternoon. Still, the pub was pretty nice, the service excellent, and the rooms really comfortable.

The best cheesy sweet chilli bread, my steak was great and cooked perfectly, staff are very…read morefriendly, have been back again already. Dining area was very good with the green roof (jasmines etc)

Genuine home made pasta and food was magnificent plus the garlic bread was the real deal and very…read moregarlicky. Dined alone as a solo female traveler and owner and staff made me feel so welcome. The ambience of the place us stunning inside. Will definitely be back when next in town.

Stumbled across this place while wandering around Hunter Street, Newcastle. What a find. Excellent…read moredecor, friendly staff, great range of snacks, good coffee and a cracking range of cocktails. I started with coffee, bread and dips and progressed to a Rum Diary cocktail once the coffee had worked its magic on my migraine (along with my own prescription meds!). Highly recommended (and about one of the only places you can get a coffee after 4pm on a Saturday in the Hunter Street area).

The Supperclub is the top floor of King Street Hotel, a night club. It's actually a beautiful room…read moreand usually booked for private functions. A great place for a party, but rarely open to the public before midnight.

From the owner: 21st Birthdays 30th Birthdays…read moreBirthday Parties Hens Parties Functions Cocktails Late Night- relaxed venue Live Music International Music Acts

It is always a good thing to stumble upon one of these types of bars, especially when you happen to…read morebe wandering around a place like Hamilton (which is basically a suburb of Newcastle). Actually, it turned out that this was a pretty cool bar. In fact I'd suggest it goes beyond that to actually be a pretty awesome bar. Maybe it had something to do with the collection of craft beers on tap, or maybe it was just that the place really had that type of atmosphere that I simply love. Anyway, this certainly a great place for a drink.

A bit dark and gloomy for my liking but had a consistent amount of people all night…read more I was at the back for a 30th birthday party. I was disappointed with the 'function' area. Online it looks a lot nicer and more elegant. In reality it is somewhat dodgy. I wouldn't suggest it for a birthday or Christmas party unless you can decorate the hell out of it and have decent lighting. Also had other people walking through our group to get to the toilet which was annoying and probably so for them too. The pizza platters were disappointing but the other food I could see being served looked and smelled great.

I actually quite liked this pub, even if it was only for the really friendly staff. Actually, that…read morewas what really stuck in my memory, that and a couple of craft beers on tap (if that is the correct term for them considering some of these beers are now owned by some pretty large companies). However, the pub was quiet, relaxing, and pretty comfortable as well. Actually, the comfort was one of the things that also stood out because I do quite like pubs with comfy chairs in them. Yeah, this place is actually pretty good.

Great pub food at this hotel. They have highchairs for young kids. Kids eat free on Sunday…read morelunchtime.

Oh my, huge servings! Believe the staff when they say a meal is for sharing. Pricing is good for…read morewhat you get. Karage chicken is definitely worth a try.

Great variety of drinks (a bit pricey) and some really interesting small plates (a bit salty). We…read morehad buffalo wings and they weren't quite right. A little soft and undercooked. A bit of a shame really. I hope to go back and give it another shot though because I like the concept and the cocktail list is always changing.