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1. FogHorn Brewery
4.4
Awesome(56)
$$$$
• Brewery • Newcastle CBD
Booked 4 times today
Foghorn Brewery was born of a dream to make craft beer the way it ought to be made—from grain to glass all under one roof.The historic building in King Street had been abandoned for several years when we first set foot inside. In that dusty old warehouse, we saw the potential to create something really special.And so it was that Newcastle’s first modern craft brewery opened its doors in April 2015. The town’s industrial roots have played a big part in shaping the unique character of Foghorn Brewery. Built from the ground up, this art deco era warehouse with exposed roof trusses now houses a custom 1800 litre brewery.
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2. Maru Hi-Fi
4.6
Exceptional(47)
$$$$
• Fusion / Eclectic • Newcastle CBD
Booked 13 times today
A Jazz Kissa-inspired listening cafe in Newcastle, Australia. All-day food, world-class sound, and warm company.
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3. Thirsty Messiah
4.6
Exceptional(20)
$$$$
• Fusion / Eclectic • Broadmeadow
Booked 2 times today
Thirsty Messiah Brewery is a must-visit for passionate food and beverage lovers. Located near McDonald Jones Stadium and the Hockey Fields. The venue produces award winning beer, spirits and has amazing food. With 40 taps and a great menu offering a wide range of beers, from classic lagers to innovative sours and experimental brews. But there's more than just beer. Enjoy a rotating selection of house-made slushies & cocktails.Thirsty Messiah is a community hub with a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for catching up with friends, watching the big game on multiple screens, or enjoying live music on weekends or playing the many boardgames. Thirsty Messiah has something for everyone. With its diverse beer selection, tasty food, and friendly vibe, it's the ideal spot to spend an afternoon. Oh, did we tell you it's air conditioned?
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4. Earp Distilling Co.
4.7
Exceptional(433)
$$$$
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Carrington
Booked 3 times today
Earp Distilling Co. is an ultra-modern distillery and bar located in harbour-side Carrington, Newcastle. Our distillery tasting bar offers our locally crafted spirits, cocktails, wine and beer with a seasonal food menu featuring local produce. Explore our distillery on a guided tour, experience our unique spirits flavours with a guided tasting or learn to distill your very own gin in our Spirit School class. Special events and function packages are available by request.
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5. Ettalong Diggers
4.5
Awesome(492)
$$$$
• Bistro • Ettalong Beach
Booked 6 times today
For classic bistro-style dining with something for everyone, this is the place! Juicy steaks from the grill, schnitzels, succulent fresh seafood, pasta, salads and kids’ meals….with beautiful views to match.Choose to dine on the sun-drenched Tallow Beach Terrace or Bistro 51.While you dine at Bistro 51, the kids can enjoy our Starfish Kids Play Zone which features an enclosed play area for younger children plus arcade games.
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6. The Shorty Hotel
4.1
Excellent(4)
$$$$
• Modern Australian • Shortland
Booked 2 times today
Award-winning beer, unparalleled service and a team guaranteed to make you smile! From punters to party goers, escape the hustle & bustle of the inner Newcastle City! We cater to all walks of life.
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7. Hadley's - Mingara Recreation Club
3.8
Excellent(346)
$$$$
• Modern Australian • Tumbi Umbi
Booked 8 times today
A favourite among Central Coast locals and visitors alike, Hadley’s is the place to share great times with your friends and family over a delicious meal and drinks. Hadley’s feels like home, it’s the heart and soul of Mingara. It’s where great times are shared over conversation and a delicious meal. Relax and indulge with a cocktail, craft beer or discover our extensive gin, whiskey and spirit collection. Hadley’s is about connection and living greatly, it’s a place where everyone feels welcome. It embraces the fusion of food and drinks… choose from an array of dining outlets. Dining at Hadley’s is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week. You can relax and order food and drinks from your table, or visit the bar for our full selection.
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8. Hotel Orana
4.9
Exceptional(22)
$$$$
• Modern Australian • Blacksmiths
Booked 3 times today
Located in Blacksmiths, the Hotel Orana is a favourite meeting place for visitors and locals alike, serving delicious Australian cuisine at reasonable prices in a warm and welcoming atmosphere!
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9. The Regal Inn
4.7
Exceptional(21)
$$$$
• Pub • East Maitland
Booked 2 times today
At The Regal Inn, we’re your local community pub where great meals, friendly faces, and good times come together in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Our bistro serves all the pub classics you love, with food available throughout the venue. Add a rotating line up of nightly specials and you’ve got reasons to visit again and again.Pull up a stool at our bar and explore our wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits perfect for enjoying during our weekday Happy Hour or on Punter’s Saturday with $6 beers flowing all afternoon.We host live music weekly and run special events monthly to keep the vibe lively. From trivia nights to bar bingo and community sponsorships, from local sports clubs to charity fundraisers, we’re all about being a place where locals can connect, unwind, and feel at home.
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10. Iron Gate Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(154)
$$$$
• Spanish • Pokolbin
Booked 14 times today
Iron Gate Kitchen is the brand new, premium casual restaurant at Iron Gate Estate in the Hunter Valley. Our restaurant showcases fresh, seasonal produce and bold Iberian flavours. Our relaxed, rustic approach to Mediterranean cuisine is designed for sun-drenched dining, with a focus on wood, smoke, fire and the grill. The menu follows Mediterranean tradition—designed to share, encouraging guests to slow down and savour the afternoon. Dine surrounded by vineyards and Mediterranean-inspired architecture, just steps from where our estate-grown wines are made—perfectly paired with your meal. We recommend securing your booking in advance to ensure you don’t miss out.Open Friday - Tuesday Breakfast | 9am-11:30am | Friday - Sunday Lunch | 12pm-4pm | Friday - TuesdayDinner | 5:30pm-10pm (Happy Hour 5-6pm) | Friday evenings onlyPlease note: A service charge of 5% is applied to all parties of 12+

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  • Joanne
    New South Wales •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    They went out of their way to make sure I had something to eat when I had a medical issue. My husband had one of the best chicken sandwiches he’s ever had. We will be back.
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    FogHorn Brewery$$$$• Brewery• Newcastle CBD
    •
    4.4
  • IsabelGold
    New South Wales •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Absolutely love this place, and feel very fortunate that they are here in Newcastle. Live music, Hifi, food and service are all absolutely superb!
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    Maru Hi-Fi$$$$• Fusion / Eclectic• Newcastle CBD
    •
    4.6
  • Jacqui
    Sunshine Coast •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 22, 2026
    Very tasty food. Second time here & very impressed with venue & food. Like the share plates & plenty of vrgetsrian options. Will be back.
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    Earp Distilling Co.$$$$• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Carrington
    •
    4.7
  • Dave
    New South Wales •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 14, 2026
    This was my first visit to Thirsty Messiah. Food was nice, reasonably priced, with prompt table service. Good choices and variation of food. Tasty variety of their brand-named beers. Owners Thomas & Libby are friendly and very hospitable approachable hosts, that offer a venue with a friendly unique atmosphere. Nice intimate setting to listen to live music, good quality sound and clear overall viewing of artists on stage. Check it out! I'll be back and recommend a visit!!
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    Thirsty Messiah$$$$• Fusion / Eclectic• Broadmeadow
    •
    4.6
  • Helen
    New South Wales •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 11, 2026
    We were gathered after a ceremony to remember our mother who passed away 40 days ago The venue was perfect and the staff were welcoming and understanding. It was refreshing to go to a pub with great service Thank you
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    The Shorty Hotel$$$$• Modern Australian• Shortland
    •
    4.1

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