12 Great Restaurants Around Newcastle You Should Know
Newcastle and its surrounds offer plenty of dining options worth exploring. From beachside venues in Nelson Bay to Hunter Valley fine dining, here are 12 restaurants that locals and visitors return to.
- 1Restaurants Nelson Bay
1. Atmos
Located in Nelson Bay, Atmos offers waterfront dining with views across the water.
View venue4.7(2,012)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
2Restaurants Newcastle2. Light Years - Newcastle
Right in Newcastle's city centre, this spot makes for convenient dining if you're spending time in the CBD.
View venue4.7(1,610)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Maitland3. Casa Nova Italian Restaurant & Bar, Green Hills
If you're heading to Maitland, Casa Nova serves Italian fare in a casual restaurant and bar setting.
View venue4.7(1,205)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Nelson Bay4. Little Beach Boathouse
Another Nelson Bay option with a boathouse setting, good for a casual seaside meal.
View venue4.6(2,050)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Nelson Bay5. The Poyer's
Rounds out the Nelson Bay dining scene with its own approach to restaurant hospitality.
View venue4.8(692)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Newcastle6. Rustica Newcastle Beach
Newcastle Beach location means you can combine dining with time by the water.
View venue4.6(1,870)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Maitland7. Duke's Restaurant & Bar
Another Maitland option offering both dining and bar service.
View venue4.9(412)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Pokolbin8. Amanda's on the Edge Restaurant
Situated in Pokolbin near the Hunter Valley wine region, useful if you're exploring local wineries.
View venue4.6(2,379)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Pokolbin9. Baumé
Also in Pokolbin, another choice for wine country dining.
View venue4.6(1,590)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Maitland10. the RIGBY
Maitland's dining scene is well-served with this additional restaurant option.
View venue4.7(729)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Pokolbin11. Hunters Quarter
A further Pokolbin venue for those exploring the Hunter Valley region.
View venue4.8(585)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Newcastle12. OHMYPAPA
Newcastle CBD location offers another choice for city-centre dining.
View venue4.7(836)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atmos | 68/100 | 4.7(2,012) | — | Nelson Bay | — |
| Light Years - Newcastle | 68/100 | 4.7(1,610) | — | Newcastle | — |
| Casa Nova Italian Restaurant & Bar, Green Hills | 67/100 | 4.7(1,205) | — | Maitland | — |
| Little Beach Boathouse | 67/100 | 4.6(2,050) | $$ | Nelson Bay | — |
| The Poyer's | 67/100 | 4.8(692) | $$ | Nelson Bay | — |
| Rustica Newcastle Beach | 67/100 | 4.6(1,870) | $$$ | Newcastle | — |
| Duke's Restaurant & Bar | 67/100 | 4.9(412) | — | Maitland | — |
| Amanda's on the Edge Restaurant | 67/100 | 4.6(2,379) | $$ | Pokolbin | — |
| Baumé | 66/100 | 4.6(1,590) | $$ | Pokolbin | — |
| the RIGBY | 66/100 | 4.7(729) | $$ | Maitland | — |
| Hunters Quarter | 66/100 | 4.8(585) | — | Pokolbin | — |
| OHMYPAPA | 66/100 | 4.7(836) | — | Newcastle | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which of these restaurants are right on the water?+
Atmos, Little Beach Boathouse, and Rustica Newcastle Beach all have waterfront or beachside locations.
Are there restaurants in the Hunter Valley wine region?+
Yes—Amanda's on the Edge, Baumé, and Hunters Quarter are all located in Pokolbin, making them convenient for wine region visits.
Which area has the most restaurant options on this list?+
Pokolbin and Maitland each have three restaurants listed, while Newcastle and Nelson Bay both have three venues each.
Where should I eat if I'm staying in Newcastle city centre?+
Light Years and OHMYPAPA are both in Newcastle CBD, or Rustica Newcastle Beach is a short trip to the beach precinct.
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