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.

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.

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).

We came here for a casual lunch and here was our experience…read more AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking and metered parking. It can get busy as this area is a popular spot for tourist and locals Seating: Patio seating and indoor seating. Lot of room for groups or individuals. Maybe about 100 people. Vibes: Warner's Bay is lovely and simple. I liked how the area is right across the lake. The spot itself has a nice vintage yet playful charm. You'll see old electronics such as a tv and other displays with some cartoons. You can either enjoy the background chatter, cooking, or the lite rock. A lovely place to walk, reflect, and dine by yourself, with your friend, or family. FOOD: Sticky Pork Belly Bites (Recommend) For something rich and less carby this is great! The pork was crunchy and had a good ratio of crunchy skin, flavorful pork fat and meat. I had the sauce on the side which provided a nice spicy kick and creamy texture. The arugula on the side helped provide balance to the flavor or texture Green (Fresh Juice) (Recommend) A refreshing cold mix of apple, cucumber, lemon, and kale. A nice balance of earthy sweet, tart, and crispness. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Great! Friendly people and we got our orders in a timely matter. TL; DR OVERALL: 4 Stars. Good selections of food, reasonable price, and a pleasant experience. This place is a lovely place to wind down and enjoy what Warners Bay has to offer - food, environment, etc. If I'm back here, I am curious about their wood-fired pizza! TIPS: * Awesome place to dine and enjoy the view or accessibility to the lake!

Sunday lunch and very busy as it was also Mother's Day. Larger tables had slower service but since…read moreit was only my Mum and I we were served reasonably quickly. We shared the pork belly entree to start. Nicely presented with a colourful salad dressed well with Asian flavours. Some people don't like sesame oil but if that's what I was tasting I couldn't fault it. The pork was moist and the crackling enough to tease you. My linguine marinara was hot, saucy and had a fair ratio of seafood. Octopus, prawns, mussels and squid. (I did find a fly right at the end but pretty sure I swatted it off my head. We were seated on the balcony) My mums mussaman curry didn't pack much heat but was melt in the mouth and the cumin rice was fluffy and a great accompaniment. I've heard mixed things but we were both happy with our experience.

This tavern has amazing bistro food in suburban Newcastle. The tavern was SUPER child friendly with…read moreindoor/outdoor dining, face painting, playland, kids cinema, bridge and plentiful high chairs. We ordered a variety or schnitzel, steak, kids meals and delicious cheesecakes! Food was great and reasonably priced. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. Staff were lovely and attentive too.

Food yum staff rude 8:45 stood for 5 minutes at counter waiting for service to order sweets while…read morestaff stood in front of me hosing and wiping counter. Closed at 9.? Eventually walked away without ordering

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)

Great value for money. Decent sized meals. Fast lunch service on the Monday I visited. Daily…read morespecials to which my partner had the chicken schnitzel for $9.90 (plus $2 gravy), usually $19. My specials burger, chilli beef brisket, was ENORMOUS! I think of myself as a girl that can put away a lot of food but this meal had me beat. A shame the meat and overall taste of the burger didn't measure up. The relish tasted store bought and the meat didn't seem like a 12 hour brisket treated with love. The beer battered chips were crisp and delicious and were extra tasty when dipped in the overflowing chilli cheese sauce. The restaurant has been tastefully updated, both inside and out. A welcome change from my last visit.

Best meal I've had in Newcastle. Also the only meal I've had in Newcastle, unless you count the…read moreVegemite I scraped across overdone toast earlier today. Which, of course, you don't count.

The Duke, mate she goes alright. They serve Schnitties and in an almost restaurant environment if…read moreyou're feeling fancy. Always playing both nrl and afl on tv, so it's great if you don't want to talk to the family.

From the owner: The Duke of Wellington Hotel is Newcastle local hotel. Owned and operated by local people…read moresupporting our sporting teams and charitable organisations. We pride ourselves on our community envolvment and provide an amazing venue for every needs. Our restaurant has been featured in the SMH Good food guide, we are finalists in the AHA Hotel of The Year. We provide for our customers and friends the complete experience for food, beverage, entertainment, sporting events and functions. We are a family friendly pub tucked away in the Newcastle suburb of New Lambton.