Must-see restaurants in Hunter Valley

  • Bistro Molines

    Hunter Valley

    Set in Carillion's Tallavera Grove winery, this French restaurant run by the Hunter Valley's most storied chef (Robert Molines) has a carefully crafted,…

  • Muse Restaurant

    Hunter Valley

    Inside the Hungerford Hill winery complex is the area's highest-rated restaurant, offering assured contemporary fare and stellar service in an attractive…

  • EXP.

    Hunter Valley

    Local lad Frank Fawkner's compact space tucked into a corner of Oakvale winery makes you feel you are all – chefs, waiters, diners – on a convivial shared…

  • Fawk Foods

    Hunter Valley

    Pokolbin needed an open-daily breakfast option and this stellar bakery and cafe lays down perfect foundations for a day of tasting. Dishes like beetroot…

  • Muse Kitchen

    Hunter Valley

    For a fabulous lunch, head to this relaxed younger-sibling incarnation of the Hunter's top restaurant, Muse. Dine outside on a seasonal menu of European…

  • Enzo

    Hunter Valley

    Claim a table by the fireside in winter or in the garden in summer to enjoy the rustic dishes served at this deservedly popular Italian-inflected cafe in…

  • Baumé

    Hunter Valley

    If you need a solid feed to prep for an afternoon's wine tasting, this casual winery spot fits the bill. Food is designed for sharing, which is just as…

  • Botanica

    Hunter Valley

    Enjoy a meal in fine country comfort overlooking the paddocks and gum trees in this inviting dining room at Spicers Vineyards Estate. The food is…

  • Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop

    Hunter Valley

    Along with the great range of stinky desirables filling the cheese counter and gloriously whiffy fromagerie fridge, there are deli platters, pizzas,…

  • Hunters Quarter

    Hunter Valley

    With a lovely outlook over the vines from the array of floor-to-ceiling windows, this place is bustling but intimate. Flavoursome dishes are produced from…

  • Lillino's

    Hunter Valley

    It's a romantic, dreamy outlook over vines and hills from the outdoor tables here at sunset. Pleasantly removed from the busy heart of things, this…

  • Margan

    Hunter Valley

    There's a tempting array of dishes at this Broke restaurant, where much of the produce is sourced from the kitchen garden and farm; the rest comes from…

  • Emerson's Cafe & Restaurant

    Hunter Valley

    Set in Adina winery, this is run by a chef who has had a notable Hunter trajectory and offers hearty weekend breakfast choices to set you up for a day of…

  • Ridgeview

    Hunter Valley

    In a lovely end-of-the-road location, this winery has appealing tasting and accommodation options. The restaurant is also worth the trip and one of the…

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