The TOP 10 BEST Pubs & Taverns in Hunter NSW

Casual dining

Sun Street Studios, located in Maitland, offers a remarkable fusion of audio-visual performing arts and recording facilities. With a versatile space that caters to conferences, functions, and live performances, this establishment serves as a perfect choice for those seeking a vibrant and creative environment. Embracing their expertise in recording services and the warm ambiance of pubs and taverns, Sun Street Studios provides an all-encompassing experience for artists, musicians, and event organizers alike.

At the Queens Arms Hotel in Maitland, we offer a relaxed environment to enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family. We also provide excellent accommodation options, and we will make sure your room is as comfortable as possible for you. We run regular specials, and all your pub food favourites (including seafood and chicken schnitzels) can be enjoyed at our location. Visit our Maitland hotel today.

At the Caledonian Hotel, we offer fantastic food, an extensive range of beverages (beer, wine, spirits, soft drinks) and good old fashioned hospitality. Our bistro menu is extensive, and our talented chefs only work with the freshest ingredients. The Caledonian Hotel is a great spot to relax, enjoy a drink and catch up with the makes. Visit us today.

The Rutherford Hotel offers an extensive choice of dishes and is one of Rutherford's most popular restaurants with a menu to suit all tastes. We offer an affordable lunch special from Monday to Friday. Come by for drinks with friends or bring the family down for a delicious meal. We have a bottle shop and TAB onsite.

Hunter River Hotel serves good, quality food using fresh local ingredients. For those who need to eat and run, we have an express menu available at lunch from Mondays to Fridays. We also have vouchers for cost savings. We have something on the menu for everyone and we have weekly specials. Ask about our functions menu if you are looking for a place to host your special event at our Hunter Valley hotel and restaurant.

If you are planning a conference or function in Rutherford, The Bradford Hotel boasts beautiful balconies where you can enjoy the sunset and take in the views. Our restaurant caters for all types of gatherings and is a great spot to come in and have a hearty lunch or one of our daily dinner specials. Come by today for a cold drink with friends or a delicious meal.

Victoria Hotel offers affordable accommodation

Chelmsford Hotel offers affordable accommodation and dinning

Pub in Kurri Kurri offers superb dinning and wide selection of drinks

Looking for comfortable accommodation and great dining in near Cessnock? Be sure to head to the Abermain Hotel. We pride ourselves on our clean and spacious rooms, old-fashioned charm, great variety of drinks and delicious meal options. Our staff will spare no effort to make your stay with us as enjoyable as possible.

Paterson Tavern in the historical village of Paterson, is a popular Hunter Valley destination, 20 minutes' drive from Maitland. We offer cold draught and bottled beers as well as a great range of Hunter Valley and Australian wines. Dine at our Yabbies bistro, which has a menu to suit everyone. Yabbies Bistro is open for lunch from midday Monday to Sunday and from 6pm Wednesday to Sunday for dinner. The Tavern is open from 10am daily.

Join us at the Maryland Tavern for a great night out. We provide exceptional service and a dining experience for lunch and dinner, every night of the week. Find out why we're popular with the locals today!

Grapevine Bar offers superb dinning and wide selection of drinks

Farmers Hotel is a family-friendly establishment. We pride ourselves on offering good food, cold beer and excellent entertainment. Both indoor and outdoor dining options are available, and our menu caters to all tastes and appetites. We are happy to accommodate your next big celebration, and our prices are very affordable (we run regular specials). Visit the Farmers Hotel in Vacy today!

Cessnock’s oldest pub. Great food, cold beer, comfy accommodation. In the heart of the Hunter Valley.

If you're after quality meals in a beautiful, historic location, look no further than The Lambton Park Hotel. We have everything on offer to satisfy your tastebuds. Join us any day of the week for an amazing lunch or dinner, matched with your favourite local and imported beverages.

At the Royal In Hotel Waratah, you'll find exactly what you're craving. Our versatile menu options and warm, welcoming pub atmosphere will have you feeling highly satisfied. Pop in for a meal or a few drinks with friends!

Come on down to the Mayfield Hotel and grab yourself an incredible meal, an ice cold beverage and some memorable experiences. Serving up the best pub food in Mayfield, you'll be satisfied by our service, food, drinks and entertainment, regardless of the day of the week!

Join us at The Stag & Hunter Hotel for delicious meals, great live music, ice cold drinks and great times! Whether you bring the family or come in with your mates, we have meal specials and entertainment daily.

Tavern in Boolaroo

At the Beauford Hotel, you'll be spoilt with quality service, meals and entertainment. Join us any day of the week and treat yourself to a great steak, an ice cold beer and some quality time with your family and friends. Why go anywhere else?

Up the railway station end of Beaumont Street in Hamilton - also known as Newcastle's Eat Street - is The Sydney Junction Hotel. Also known as SJ's, the Sydney Junction Hotel is a great Newcastle pub for having a drink and enjoying some entertainment in the main bar or beer garden, having a game of pool or a flutter on the TAB. For hungry diners the restaurant and cafe is great for lunch or dinner. If you're looking for a table for two, a table for a family feast or perhaps a venue for a private function, the Sydney Junction Hotel is perfect. For visitors or locals who want to party all night and head home in the morning, the Sydney Junction Hotel also offers boutique, hotel-style accommodation upstairs.

Greek cuisine is Mediterranean cuisine, making wide use of vegetables, olive oil, grains, seafood, wine and meat. The Greek Taverna is Newcastle’s very own authentic Greek restaurant, offering traditional Greek cuisine, imported Greek drinks and homemade sweets, in a family friendly environment. Creating traditional homemade meals from the freshest local and imported ingredients of vegetables, seafood, meat and grains with delicious flavours including olives, cheeses, garlic, lemon and herbs.

Nag's Hotel Adamstown is a great Newcastle pub with live bands, great beer and terrific dining options for the whole family. Join us any day of the week for lunch or dinner, and stay for some drinks and quality entertainment!

The Kent Hotel is a landmark in Hamilton's heritage; it was built in 1924 and was one of the first hospitality venues on beautiful Beaumont Street. As an important part of our community and Newcastle's tourist industry we are pleased to offer something for everyone in our venue. The Kent has four bars including The Public Bar, The Saloon Bar, The Verandah Bar, The Cocktail Bar and The Steak and Seafood Grill. Whether it's a beer you're looking for, a night out with your mates, a place to sit and watch the world go by or watch the latest sporting event, or somewhere to enjoy a freshly prepared meal you'll feel welcome at The Kent.

When you stay at Warners at the Bay Hotel, you'll never want to leave. Nestled between Warners Bay and the Charlestown Golf Course, you won't be far from the action! Join us for a beautiful meal and stay for a pleasant drink, with our bar serving up your favourite brews. Relax in style, and stay at Warners at the Bay.

Warners Bay Hotel offers a relaxed and friendly environment with entertainment, dining, bottle shop and accommodation facilities in Tingira Heights.

Join us for an afternoon, evening or night of great entertainment and food at the Lass O'Gowrie Hotel. We pride ourselves on serving up great meals and good times for all of our guests. Join us today and see why we're Wickham's go-to place for a great time.

If you're after affordable accommodation, delicious meal options, or both, come in to the Seven Seas Hotel. We offer a great range of comfortable rooms to suit your accommodation needs, as well as a welcoming tavern that serves up great dishes for lunch and dinner. Come in and treat yourself today!

The Albion Hotel situated in Newcastle offers affordable accommodation and dinning.

The Mattara Hotel is one of Newcastle's premier venues offering a wide range of facilities including a restaurant, bars and a selection of comfortable and private function rooms for all your conference and meeting requirements. Our wonderful casual dining restaurant will cater for everyone's tastes,a full kids play area to keep the kids entertained and a wonderful warm staff to look after you.

The Honeysuckle Hotel has a unique combination of heritage features and the latest in modern and stylish trends, bringing together two beautiful styles into one spectacular venue with impressive harbour views and waterfront dining. Our Bistro offers high quality, locally sourced food with professional and friendly service. With our excellent team of experienced and passionate chefs we offer everything from weekly specials to our famous crispy skin barramundi.