The OrangeTree - Licensed Cafe By The River
A licensed riverside cafe on Maitland's High Street with a 4.5 rating across 540-plus reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The OrangeTree is a licensed cafe by the river on High Street in Maitland, the historic Hunter Valley town north-west of Newcastle. A 4.5 rating from more than 540 reviews shows it has become a well-liked spot for locals after a relaxed bite with a lovely outlook.
The appeal is a welcoming cafe with a riverside setting and the bonus of being licensed — somewhere to settle in for breakfast, lunch, a coffee or a glass at a leisurely pace. Maitland's handsome heritage High Street makes it easy to combine a visit with a wider wander through the town.
Cafe menus, specials and trading hours change over time, and weekends can get busy. If you're after a particular dish or specific opening hours, it's worth confirming the current details directly with the cafe before you head over.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 07:30 – 14:30
- TuesdayToday
- 07:30 – 14:30
- Wednesday
- 07:30 – 14:30
- Thursday
- 07:30 – 14:30
- Friday
- 07:30 – 14:30
- Saturday
- 07:30 – 14:30
- Sunday
- 07:30 – 14:30
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 79
- Popularity
- 83
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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