Best Restaurants in Newcastle (2026)
Looking for the best restaurants in Newcastle? We've rounded up 134 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
Newcastle's dining scene spans cuisines from across the world alongside modern Australian cooking that leans on local produce and seafood. Whether you're after a special-occasion table or a relaxed neighbourhood dinner, the list below is ranked so the consistently excellent rises to the top.
134 spots
Hokkaiya Japanese Restaurant
Hokkaiya Japanese Restaurant is a restaurant in Hamilton, Newcastle. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 373 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
BLANCA Honeysuckle
BLANCA Honeysuckle is a restaurant in Honeysuckle, Newcastle. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 436 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Harrisons Food & Wine
Harrisons Food & Wine is a restaurant in Hamilton, Newcastle. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 168 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Scratchleys on the Wharf
$$$Light-filled seafood eatery also serving meat mains, with water views from floor-to-ceiling windows.
The Nags Head
The Nags Head is a restaurant in Merewether, Newcastle. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 433 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
LOLAS Darby St
LOLAS Darby St is a restaurant in Cooks Hill, Newcastle. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 137 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Bamiyan Restaurant Newcastle
Bamiyan Restaurant Newcastle is a restaurant in The Junction, Newcastle. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 84 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Modus Merewether
$$Modus Merewether is a restaurant in Merewether, Newcastle. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 427 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Oceane Hotel
Oceane Hotel is a restaurant in Honeysuckle, Newcastle. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 498 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
The Table No. 2 - Manila meets Bangkok
The Table No. 2 - Manila meets Bangkok is a restaurant in Maitland, Newcastle. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 143 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Wests Nelson Bay
Wests Nelson Bay is a restaurant in Nelson Bay, Newcastle. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 1791 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Blooming Garden Maitland
Blooming Garden Maitland is a restaurant in Maitland, Newcastle. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 120 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
4 Pines at the Farm + Barrel Bistro - Hunter Valley
$$4 Pines at the Farm + Barrel Bistro - Hunter Valley is a restaurant in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 1031 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Stockton Bowling Club
$Stockton Bowling Club is a restaurant in Stockton, Newcastle. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 405 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
The Whistler
$$The Whistler is a restaurant in Maitland, Newcastle. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 846 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Little Castro
Little Castro is a restaurant in Cooks Hill, Newcastle. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 74 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
The Del Hotel & Pub
$$Buzzy hotel offering a cocktail lounge & a bar with live music, plus Mediterranean dining.
The Wood Restaurant
The Wood Restaurant is a restaurant in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 101 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
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Read guide →Restaurants in Newcastle — FAQs
What are the best restaurants in Newcastle?+
Our top-rated restaurants in Newcastle are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Newcastle restaurants ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter restaurants by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many restaurants are listed in Newcastle?+
We currently feature 134 restaurants across Newcastle and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.
Do I need to book a restaurant in Newcastle?+
For popular and higher-end restaurants, booking ahead is wise — especially Friday and Saturday nights. Many casual spots take walk-ins. Check the venue's own page or website for the latest, as we don't take bookings on your behalf.