Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Port Stephens Council

"From 5-course tasting banquets with wine to match to small dishes and cocktails, Nagisa’s contemporary interpretation of traditional Japanese cuisine is the perfect venue for lunch with mates by the harbour or a romantic date night. Located on Honeysuckle’s foreshore, Nagisa’s extensive food and drink menus have been tirelessly tweaked and twisted into the ideal Japanese dining experience with a sprinkle of modern edge. Whether you’re dining in the fresh, social atmosphere of the outdoor deck, inside in the intimate mood lighting or opt to be front and centre at the Teppanyaki bar, Nagisa is the type of dining experience you’ll be talking about for days."

"Whether you’re looking for fresh sushi or enjoy the theatre of teppanyaki cooking, Nagisa is a hidden gem for lovers of Asian food. Next to special Japanese beer, you get all kinds of exotic dishes. Prepare yourself for hot soup, spicy meat and fruity deserts."

"Blackbutt Reserve is 182 hectares of natural bushland just outside the city, that offers a haven of nature trails, outdoor activities and treetop walkways, as well as the chance to get up close and personal with some of Australia’s most famous wildlife. The exhibits include koalas, kangaroos, wombats and possums, as well as an array of fantastic bird life in the trees above. A great family day out."

"Home to all kinds of amazing animals and interesting wildlife exhibits, the ever-popular Blackbutt Reserve can be found fifteen minutes’ drive southwest of the center. As well as seeing classic Australian critters up close, there are also playgrounds, picnic areas and bushwalking trails on offer. Since the 1960s, the reserve and its residents have delighted locals and tourists alike."

"Sitting in a tract of bushland with plenty of walking trails and picnic areas, this council-run reserve has enclosures of native critters: koalas, wallabies, wombats and a cacophonic chorus of native birds."

"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’ll be the lucky one when you book a bed at Newcastle’s premier boutique hotel, made up of 30 contemporary rooms each containing a special touch: a quote about the concept of luck, hand-painted by local artist Brett Piva. This polished property is walking distance from all the best Newcastle has to offer, but you might never want to leave – the Lucky Hotel is also home to an uber-trendy gastropub."

"With a genuinely convivial vibe and a handsome interior of exposed brick and wooden fittings, this is a successfully characterful refurbishment of an old pub. On offer are a decent line in smoked meats (plus a..."

"It is perhaps one of the oldest churches, located in the Hunter Valley. Established in 1861, the church is still popular because of its music. The music has been an integral part of the church’s life and ministry."

"One of Newcastle’s oldest surviving buildings, you’ll find this charming 1857 cottage tucked behind the Family Law Court in Bolton St. Toll Cottage (formerly known as Rose Cottage) is a rare early example of a Victorian Georgian-style domestic dwelling in an urban area. The cottage has been constructed using materials from older building stock with many of its original features intact including Victorian fire grate and oven."

"143 Darby Street, Cooks Hill Each week the cafe and bar switches up its bottomless food and drink offering (in addition to its regular bottomless chicken schnitzel every Monday for $30 per person). Previously, they've had bottomless nachos and mojitos, as well as arancini balls, and loaded fries and caprioskas. Future events include: bottomless pasta and sangria ($50 per person, with the option of adding bottomless garlic bread for $15 per person) on October 15 and 17; bottomless dessert and espresso martinis ($50 per person) on October 22 and 24; bottomless soft tacos and margaritas ($50 per person) on October 29 and 31."

"Table 1 Espresso is a well-loved and well-known café in the capital. If you are searching for a vibrant place to eat breakfast and lunch, this is a great place for you. They even offer decadent smoothies in this light-filled café."

"89 – 93 City Road, Merewether AND 2/450 The Esplanade, Warners Bay. There was no shortage of love on our poll for Table 1 – at both locations. Offering breakfast fare all day, Table 1’s menu runs the full gamut of morning treats."

"There are gastropubs, and then there’s Carrington Place, a venue where the meals are every bit as fine as the accompanying wine produced right on Newcastle’s doorstep in the Hunter Valley. The old Oriental Hotel was given a total floor-to-ceiling overhaul in 2009 and now boasts a sophisticated 80-seat restaurant to go with a luxe private dining area, swanky main bar and comfortable guesthouse accommodation."