Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Lake Macquarie

"Sitting pretty on the harbour’s edge, Nagisa is where fresh produce, traditional Japanese culture and modern techniques coincide, to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Serving up sashimi, sushi and noodles, Nagisa’s impeccably designed restaurant, with draped linen and pendant lighting, spills out onto an alfresco setting which comes alive on balmy nights. For thrill seekers, take a seat at the teppanyaki bar, and be mesmerised by the talented chefs and intoxicating aromas of sizzling meats and fresh seafood."

"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."

"146 Denison Street, Hamilton Have you ever thought "This steak could do with more fries?". Well, the newly renovated historic pub in Hamilton has the answer. As part of the bistro's daily specials, the weekly Wednesday steak night includes bottomless fries."

"For a cosy, intimate and seductive evening spent lounging on a sofa sipping cocktails, it doesn’t get much better than Bar Petite. Casting aside loud music and intrusive TV screens for a more elegant, understated vibe, Bar Petite offers a respite from the more rowdy elements of Newcastle’s nightlife, and the perfect place for a relaxing night out. Live acoustic music on the weekends just adds to the charm of this lovely little spot."

"Newcastle venues don’t get any more cosy than this intimate lounge bar, which does away with loud music and blaring TV screens in favour of seductive lighting and comfortable sofas. Bar Petite is perfect for mingling, sipping on something from the quirky cocktail list or listening to some acoustic live tunes on a weekend."

"If you’re in search of one of Newcastle’s best-hidden bar destinations, check this place out. Here, you can enjoy top-quality food and beverages in this rustic and French-boutique style lounge bar. This is one of the excellent places for locals to enjoy and unwind."

"Coal and Cedar was named the best bar in regional Australia in 2016, and it has maintained its high standards ever since. Dedicated to its speakeasy vibe, it can be tricky to find, but its dimly lit exposed brick interior is worth the search. Its impressive whisky menu and extensive, inventive cocktail list are a sight for sore eyes and thirsty throats."

"Pull up a stool at the long wooden bar in this Prohibition-style speakeasy where you'll find Newcastle's finest drinking Old Fashioneds to the blues. The cocktails are great; let the expert bartenders guide you...."

"33 Hunter Street, Newcastle Another of our favourite coffee places in the East End directly across from Pacific Park. Visit these guys for some of the nicest barristers in Newcastle and unique food offerings. Bonus points for great dog watching as you sit out the front under the umbrellas.→ Visit website"

"Famous for their Vegan bowl, this is a place that serves you with a variety of eclectic options and fresh flavours. Passionate and skilled baristas serving you up some pretty heavenly coffee too!. View WebsiteGet Directions"