Best Dinner Places to Eat in Port Stephens Council

"Husband and wife team Chris and Ami Thornton opened Restaurant Mason in November 2011, and it’s quickly become one of the Hunter’s must-visit food destinations. The chef hat-awarded eatery serves upscale modern Australian fare with a French, British and Asian touch — all paired with the perfect bottle of wine, of course — in a refined Hunter St location."

"Come here if you want to enjoy a wide selection of cuisine, which includes famous Australian, French, and Italian delicacies. This restaurant is located in an area of State Heritage Significance. It is definitely another great place to go to if you want to unwind and learn more about the community’s heritage."

"In a heritage weatherboard cottage overlooking a park and the river, this is a charming spot indeed. It packs out for weekend breakfasts and offers classy, creative à la carte dishes with a sizeable Asian... Modern Australian in Newcastle"

"For a taste of Brazil, MEET brings the real churrasco experience to the Newcastle streets. MEET sources the finest local pork, beef, chicken and lamb to spit roast over their custom BBQ, with added natural woods and coals to give the dishes that authentic smoky flavour. Along with endless meats served tableside, the huge menu of sides featuring cheese bread, cassava chips and banana fritters will have you hooked."

"It's the place to eat, drink, sip, share, dine and dance in Newcastle – Meet on Darby Street. Recently relocated to a vast warehouse, this New York-style bar and restaurant rocks an industrial-meets-c..."

"You don't visit Newcastle without popping your head into Corey Crook’s veritable wonderland of all things great about Australian beer, hence the reason why the pub is always throbbing in the tourist season. Ironically occupying an old warehouse that was built by Tooheys Brewery in 1885 as a grain and keg storage facility, it boasts 21 taps featuring 100 percent independently-owned and 100 percent Australian-brewed craft beers, ensuring there's not a Tooheys beer in sight. With the Grain Store, you truly do not know what to expect when you walk in; time it right (or wrong if they're not your bag) and you might find Corey running one of his IPA days where all 21 taps pour nothing but IPA."

"Once the grain and keg store for the old Tooheys beer factory, this rustic bar-cafe is an atmospheric place to refresh yourself with one of the great rotating selections of no fewer than 21 eclectic..."

"This Beaumont Street watering hole near Hamilton Train Station has had a revamp and now offers a cool beer garden, undercover kid’s play area and family friendly menu. All kids’ meals are $10 and include a free ice cream. Better yet, visit between Tuesday - Thursday and kids eat free."

"Where: 8 Beaumont St, HamiltonComplete with wooden picnic tables, beer garden bar, and retractable roof which means rain, hail or shine you can enjoy alfresco drinking and dining. The festoon lights and umbrellas bring a breezy vibe that makes for the ideal space to get social."

"Sydney Junction Hotel, or SJ’s is a well-known local favourite and usually hosts indie rock groups and live bands. From Friday to Sunday DJs are spinning their tunes to get you on the mood. The bar and the dance venue are great options for a night out with your friends."

"Run with great enthusiasm for wine but zero pretension, this bar, in a former bank, has numerous wines available from all over the world, and of course many from Newcastle’s Hunter Valley backyard."

"An Asian inspired restaurant and bar with a unique Pan Asian cuisine. The Bar area providing bar snacks with an Asian touch, such as dumplings and edame. The restaurant below providing a gorgeous sit down and intimate environment, producing a quality selection such as Satay and Coconut Chicken Skewers, Thai Style Gai Yan Charred Chicken and Chinese Roast Pork."

"Babylon is a short walk from FogHorn and is a delightful space in which to enjoy beer and beer's distilled close cousin. Set in an old ballroom, with two magnificent chandeliers hanging over the bar area, this beautiful old building is reminiscent of the 1920s with its hidden away booths, striking bar with a rolling ladder, and the sound of jazz standards in the air. Boasting a wall of more than 200 whiskies and 14 taps of beer, Babylon is a space that compares to few others and offers the perfect opportunity to discover flavours as the hours of the night disappear."

"Housed within an old Methodist building that dates back to 1903, Babylon oozes 1920’s vibes with its high ceilings, exuberant chandeliers and vaulted accents. Seemingly endless rows of spirits  line the walls behind the bar, but the speciality here is whiskey. You’ll find hundreds of varieties from all around the world to choose from."

"Megamania is a playland AND family restaurant- a winning combination if we've ever heard of one!. The restaurant is licensed and serves all the favourites including schnitzels, steaks, pasta, seafood and salads."

"If you’ve had enough of boring cafes and ordinary diners, visit the creative eatery 5 Sawyers. Surrounded by curious paintings and unusual art, you can enjoy craft beer, Hunter wine or a range of cocktails. On the menu local and seasonal products meet traditional dishes which will warm the hearts of real foodies."

"With views of Newcastle Harbour and close to the beach, Foreshore Park is a top spot to visit. The Foreshore Park playground features a swing set including a liberty swing, a large climbing structure and rockers. In a nod to its tramshed history, the playground contains a play train for kids to climb on."

"Swap ocean views for harbour views and walk along Newcastle’s working harbour. The wide harbour path is perfect for pushing a stroller or following kids on a tricycle or a scooter. Children will love the hustle and bustle of the working harbour."

"Not far from Hamilton's Beaumont Street is this small neighbourhood playground. It contains a small amount of play equipment for kids to play on. Figtrees and palm trees shade the playground making it perfect for hot days."