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We've compiled the best of the best in Newcastle - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Offering authentic Spanish cuisine, featuring a menu brimming with traditional tapas like patatas bravas (fried potatoes in a spicy sauce) and gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp), as well as hearty dishes such as paella and grilled meats. The restaurant's vibrant ambience evokes the warmth and charm of Spain, with grand doors opening up to traditional Spanish interiors.
Opened on the site of the Merewether Beach's original surfhouse (a lifeguard station), this stunning three-story venue has fantastic ocean views from all three of its eateries. The ground floor café, pizza, and gelato bar are steps from the beach, while the top-level restaurant has expansive panoramas and is open for lunch and dinner. You might begin with the local Port Stephens oysters with shallot vinegar before moving on to a seafood main. The dessert list is extensive and the wine list features wines from the Hunter Valley. The café is open for all-day breakfast and lunch daily, offering burgers and salads.
Meaning "rural" in Italian, this lushly decorated restaurant with stunning views over Newcastle Beach is one of the shining stars in the city's expanding dining scene. The restaurant serves cuisine inspired by the Mediterranean, from the shores of northern Africa to the foothills of Tuscany. There's a wide range of vegan and vegetarian options. The rich, Spanish-inspired interior design includes a retro Mediterranean map on the wall, brass sculptures, and a tiled bar adorned with a bull's head, while the outdoor look is pure Australian beach culture.
