Best Bars in Newcastle, Hamilton & Maitland
Newcastle and the surrounding region has a solid bar scene worth exploring. Whether you're after craft drinks, karaoke, or a classic pub experience, here are some solid options across Newcastle, Maitland, Hamilton and Honeysuckle.
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Bars Newcastle East1. Grain Store Newcastle
Located in Newcastle East, this venue offers a focused drinking experience in a neighbourhood with good foot traffic and accessibility.
View venue4.6(2,072)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look2
Bars Newcastle2. Coal & Cedar
A Newcastle bar worth visiting if you're looking for a venue in the city centre with a strong local following.
View venue4.8(636)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look3
Bars Newcastle3. Granddad's Bar Experience (Newcastle)
Offers a distinctive themed bar experience in the heart of Newcastle.
View venue5.0(146)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look4
Bars Hamilton4. The Blind Monk
Situated in Hamilton, this bar provides an option if you're exploring venues outside the immediate city centre.
View venue4.5(692)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look5
Bars Newcastle5. The Koutetsu
A Newcastle bar worth considering if you want variety in your night out across the city's drinking establishments.
View venue4.7(241)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look6
Bars Honeysuckle6. MoneyPenny
Located in Honeysuckle, this venue offers easy access to Newcastle's waterfront precinct and nearby dining options.
View venue4.4(590)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look7
Bars Newcastle7. Queens Wharf Hotel
A Newcastle pub-bar hybrid that works well if you want traditional hospitality in a central location.
View venue4.2(2,917)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look8
Bars Maitland8. The Pourhouse
Maitland's bar offering, useful if you're in the region and want a dedicated drinking venue beyond traditional pubs.
View venue4.5(395)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look9
Bars Maitland9. Old George and Dragon
Another Maitland option with what sounds like a classic pub name, worth checking out if you're exploring that area.
View venue4.9(96)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look10
Bars Newcastle10. Jams Karaoke & Bar
Choose this if you want to sing—it's Newcastle's karaoke-focused bar option.
View venue4.5(257)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look11
Bars Newcastle11. Maru HiFi
A Newcastle bar with a distinctive name suggesting a music or audio focus; worth visiting if that appeals to you.
View venue4.8(95)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look12
Bars Maitland12. Club Maitland City
Maitland's larger entertainment venue, bridging the line between bar and club atmosphere.
View venue4.2(827)· Google59Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grain Store Newcastle | 67/100 | 4.6(2,072) | $$ | Newcastle East | — |
| Coal & Cedar | 67/100 | 4.8(636) | $$ | Newcastle | — |
| Granddad's Bar Experience (Newcastle) | 64/100 | 5.0(146) | — | Newcastle | — |
| The Blind Monk | 63/100 | 4.5(692) | $$ | Hamilton | — |
| The Koutetsu | 62/100 | 4.7(241) | $$ | Newcastle | — |
| MoneyPenny | 61/100 | 4.4(590) | $$ | Honeysuckle | — |
| Queens Wharf Hotel | 61/100 | 4.2(2,917) | $$ | Newcastle | — |
| The Pourhouse | 61/100 | 4.5(395) | $$ | Maitland | — |
| Old George and Dragon | 61/100 | 4.9(96) | — | Maitland | — |
| Jams Karaoke & Bar | 60/100 | 4.5(257) | — | Newcastle | — |
| Maru HiFi | 60/100 | 4.8(95) | — | Newcastle | — |
| Club Maitland City | 59/100 | 4.2(827) | — | Maitland | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which Newcastle bar is best for a quiet drink?+
Several venues listed focus on seated drinking experiences, but we don't have specific detail on noise levels or atmosphere for each. It's worth phoning ahead to ask about quieter times or spaces.
Are there bars in Maitland worth visiting?+
Yes—The Pourhouse, Old George and Dragon, and Club Maitland City are all in Maitland if you're in that part of the Hunter.
Where should I go for karaoke in Newcastle?+
Jams Karaoke & Bar is your dedicated karaoke option in Newcastle.
Which bar is closest to Newcastle's waterfront?+
MoneyPenny in Honeysuckle is positioned near Newcastle's waterfront precinct.
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