Hunter Valley Stays

Set in one of Australia's prime wine regions, Circa 1876 is the perfect choice when seeking out the best that the Hunter Valley has to offer in fine food and wine.

And the winner is Oscars, is a family run cafe located within the Hunter Valley Gardens Village. We serve honest food in a causal environment. We have a delicious breakfast menu, morning tea, gourmet lunch options and Glee coffee, all available to dine in or takeaway. Want to go to your favourite lookout, why not try our picnic hampers. We welcome families and large groups.

Enjoy an alfresco lunch on the terrace overlooking the vineyard. The menu is an eclectic compilation of foods with special emphasis placed on fresh seasonal produce, local seafood and aged hunter beef.

Drayton's Log Press Cafe at Drayton's Family Wines offers morning and afternoon tea, lunch and a range of handmade gifts and produce.

Eighty Eight is a restaurant for lovers. Those passionate about sustainability and fresh food will be enraptured with this experience. Ethically sourced ingredients with minimal environmental impact and blended perfectly with a focus on non –allergenic comfort food.

Esca Bimbadgen is situated high on a hill in the heart of Hunter Valley Wine Country. Dedicated to the art of food & wine matching, Esca’s modern Australian cuisine, fresh local and home grown produce and spectacular views make for a truly memorable dining experience.

The EXP team source fresh local produce as much as possible with quality always being the key. Food is the heart of the EXP Restaurant and the dishes created express their love of food and complete the dining experience.

Order from the a-la-carte Irish/Australian menu or enjoy your choice of succulent meat cooked by our chefs on the char-grill Daily chalkboard specials go quickly, with the Beef and Guinness Pie, wood-fired pizzas and tender, char-grilled steaks heading the list.

Hunter’s Quarter is known for it’s high quality, fresh local produce as well as a passion and imagination to deliver a balance of pure flavours and textures to every dish. Elegant, honest food that let you experience new, inspired dishes.

Il Cacciatore has long been a favourite with visitors and locals alike. The ambience is relaxed and casual and the service is professional and friendly.

Muse prides itself in providing superior contemporary Australian cuisine and professional and friendly service in a world class setting.  At Muse, it's not about dinner - it's about dining.

Muse Kitchen Is located at Keith Tullochs winery and boasts a more personal approach to food, wine and service delivering European inspired food that is season and produce driven.

Nanna Kerr’s is a ‘mostly organic’ food and wine experience delivering wholesome, affordable and homemade deliciousness.

Nine is a unique, intimate and luxurious dining experience. The private dining space is surrounded by earthy, rich and warm sandstone and wood surfaces providing an inviting dining experience.

Located at the Tempus Two winery, it has become a favourite for locals and visitors alike. Whether dining inside the minimalist Asian themed dining hall or on the outside undercover terrace, Oishii has become a “must dining experience”. The fast take away options are delicious.

Nestled amidst the vineyards, Restaurant Botanica at Spicers Vineyards Estate is well-known for its delicious food, extensive wine list and superb service, making it a huge Hunter Valley drawcard in its own right.  Charming, regional and rustic, Restaurant Botanica specialises in modern Australian cuisine, expertly produced by chef Mark Stapleton. 

Restaurant Cuvee is located within the beautiful sandstone building of Peterson House featuring beautiful exposed aged timber beams and iron work throughout. A breakfast specialty at Restaurant Cuvee is their Bubbly Breakfast. So why not start your day with a superbly cooked breakfast, chocolates and Sparkling Peterson House Wines. 

Sabor has 50 different desserts, each one created individually as nothing is served by the slice. Indulge in multi-award winning Portuguese Chocolate Mousse, decadent cakes, pastries, hand-made chocolates, Portuguese tarts and gourmet ice-cream. Gluten free also available.

Centrally located in the heart of Pokolbin, just a short stroll from the world class Hunter Valley Gardens, and within easy access to wineries and golf clubs, The Cellar Restaurant promises European Influenced Modern Australian cuisine in elegant yet relaxed surroundings.

Country dining in the vines...We aim to keep things simple and deliver food and wine experience that is honest, flavoursome and authentic in a relaxed setting.

Located on the award winning Calais Estate and situated in the heart of wine country, The Verandah Restaurant has something for everyone. Sweeping views over the vineyards, Brokenback range and manicured Estate. With all weather dining on the Verandah or inside by the fire place on those cold winter nights,. A modern Tapas style menu showcasing the best local produce ensures your time at The Verandah Restaurant will be one to remember. 

Overlooking the picturesque vineyards, Twine spills out onto a rose-trimmed courtyard fit for lunch in the sunshine, or evening cocktails under the stars. This stunning location ensures Twine Restaurant at Wynwood Estate will make a special occasion destination for visitors and locals alike.

Lunch is nice and casual – a menu offering many choices of snacks or more formal dishes at very reasonable prices. Two Fat Blokes’ European style menu offers up the likes of prosciutto wrapped chicken and leek terrine, as well as a selection of tasting plates and themed lunches.

Mount Broke Restaurant & Bar offers stunning views from the cellar door, accompanied by delicious blackboard lunch menu options. Enjoy the beauty of the Brokenback Ranges whilst relaxing with a drink from our European beer list, a Gin and Tonic or a Vodka. Open from noon until 3pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Myrtle House Wollombi focuses on friendly, prompt service with fresh, healthy and tasty food so you can experience our country hospitality while you relax to the sound of great music.

Dine in the rustic European inspired courtyard.  There is a fabulous selection of goodies to tempt your palate for breakfast of lunch. There is also a delicious selection of morning and afternoon tea or High Teas are available using all their handmade specialties. 

Situated in the historic village of Wollombi, on the convict built Great North Road, the Tavern remains a favoured spot for travellers to and from the tourist destinations in the Hunter Valley's wine districts, and is especially popular with those wishing to take the Sunday bike ride or drive into the country around Sydney.

Multi-award winning Owner/Head Chef Emerson Rodriguez and his wife Samantha have given the restaurant a new lease of life, making it easy to relax and enjoy your dining experience. Emerson has a passion for flavour and this is strongly demonstrated throughout his seasonal menu. Emerson has extreme gratitude for being able to do what he loves and is highly committed to producing consistently delicious food. Emerson showcases some of the Hunter Valley's finest local products.

Leaves & Fishes has been open for 6 years and have a group of regulars both locally and from a distance. Serving a variety of seafood dishes as well as catering for non-seafood lovers the restaurant aims to keep things fresh, smart and simple.

The smokehouse menu features platters to share and individual dishes showcasing their smokehouse produce.

RidgeView Restaurant utilizes fresh seasonal produce from the on-site kitchen garden and local growers to produce our signature Meze, a Mediterranean and Middle Eastern inspired feast comprising up to 15 dishes over 4 courses. Both visitors and locals can enjoy a slow grazing feast alfresco or by the fireplace whilst overlooking our picturesque vineyards.

The Royal Federal offers the perfect place to have a few beers and catch up with friends over a meal at the award winning Swill n Grill.

Sabor has 50 different desserts, each one created individually as nothing is served by the slice. Indulge in multi-award winning Portuguese Chocolate Mousse, decadent cakes, pastries, hand-made chocolates, Portuguese tarts and gourmet ice-cream. Gluten free also available.

Enjoy delectable Mediterranean Tapas at the Tatler Café, or quench your thirst with draught beer whilst you take in the ambience of the surrounds.

The Brickworks Brasserie is famous for great food, great beer, and a great atmosphere. With both indoor and outdoor dining areas, a Lounge Bar with a roaring winter-warming fire, and a range of delicious menu options.

The cafe provides a diverse and delightful menu complimented by Gartelmann wines and a generous range of beverages and Piazza D'oro coffee.

The Wandin Wine Bar & Diner is open for lunch daily from 12pm, and dinner Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings offering a delectable array of ‘divvy dishes’, a share plate style of dining, the menu offers both local favourites & American influenced cuisine.

As young Pioneers, Robert and Sally Molines arrived in the Hunter in 1973. Bistro Molines is testament to their dedication to providing the best "experience" in the region as they continue to offer outstanding French cuisine.

221 RESTAURANT & BAR, the Hotel’s multi-award winning restaurant, offers one of the best dining experiences in the Hunter Valley. Only the highest quality and freshest ingredients are used, with locally sourced produce a priority. We also offer Complimentary Bus Transfers with Restaurant Reservations. The Hotel's Mercedes Benz air-conditioned bus can accommodate up to 11 guests at one time. Please call in advance for bookings - (02) 4991 3700