Definitely coming back and will be recommended - i had a flat white with soy and three bears burger…read more- loved my coffee, exactly how i like it, bitter / strong / woody, lightly sweet with a hence of earthy twist at the last of every sip. Kudos! The burger was fairly thick and juicy, grilled to a well down degree. I would suggest adding more sauces because the beef is not seasoned to a noticeable degree. I was able to taste the beef and tell it is fresh so that was a bonus for me. If you're using oils or butter while grilling don't. The fries were to die for. By far one of my go to for a burger or just coffee

Absolutely top notch Great service, excellent meal, way…read morebeyond expectations Awesome kitchy decor Great location

Boy what a stunning place they have created. It has gone through renovations over the past year…read moreduring Covid and boy they don't disappoint. Fitting in with the nursery theme but a very unexpected elegance of a high end restaurant. Their food presentation couldn't be faulted and the tastes of dish complimented everything about it. I came in tired, looking for something new. I came out feeling refreshed. It was a great experience and one I intend to make regular. Staff were friendly, the ambiance relaxed, airy and open. So much to see while you wait with lots of explosions of colour. Thank you for thinking outside the box and creating such a vibrant space.

Such a lovely cafe. Serious WOW factor from the stunning chandelier and garden mural; to the deep…read moregreen wall showcasing bottles of wine and the clock art tables. The menu is tasteful and doesn't bombard you with too many options. My mum loved her chicken pot pie and was surprised to find a darker filling than the normal mornay appearance. Crispy skinned salmon is always a winner for me. I was a little disappointed that the asparagus mentioned was a small amount sliced into the lemon risotto. I was picturing full stems draped over the rice but that's just me. I love asparagus. The iced chocolate was almost a meal in itself. Beautifully presented and unashamedly topped with whipped cream. A few minor points were the small amount of car spaces, with plenty of cars parked roadside; and finding the cafe entrance. Maybe we missed it or perhaps it was located elsewhere pre COVID. As it stands we weaved our way through pots and plants until we saw it down the other end. Not that that will stop me from returning for a breakfast visit next time.

This summer what'll you have?A tumeric latte, iced coffee, cold pressed juice? Decked out in…read morerecycled wood with style, lounge in the funky courtyard amongst the garden with your four legged friends & explore the delicious & nourishing plant based menu.Let the awesome team at P&P prepare for you the cauliflower & hazelnut salad, fresh & nutty and the mushroom pesto extravaganza dish which was delectable.But make sure you have room for dessert, the pancakes with berries & Chai/coconut whipped cream were fluffy perfection and we even snuck in a sneaky caramel slice too!

I've been here a few times now. The staff are always so friendly and efficient. The food has that…read morehome made look and taste that I love. Vegan and vegetarian options are a welcome change to other cafes. Coffee is really smooth. Would highly recommend it.

Very disappointing lunch today. The prawn cocktail was served in a V shaped glass bowl with the…read moreheads and tails still attached to the prawns. It was very difficult to remove the tails and heads and there was no other dish or plate to put them in. No finger bowl or paper serviette to clean fingers after the operation. Sauce had no flavour. The chips were lukewarm so weren't eaten. I have dined here many times over the years but the standard has dropped and the prices have risen. Great location but the food needs attention. However, the staff were very helpful.

Love the location and building of this restaurant.. Finally doing something with the old surf house…read morewas long over due. Yes the views are beautiful an the food good. Just a bit over priced. I can do better on the Sydney Harbour at Aria for pricing. It's a great addition though to Newcastle and I think worth the visit.

I've tried Oma's, Una's and Das Hund Haus but after last nights meal I'm putting Doppleganger…read morefirmly at the top. Located on arguably Newcastle's best eat out street, Darby Street and great to see it adding another dimension to the variety of restaurants already on offer. Tastefully Austrian with beer flags and music, but not at all in your face. We ordered 4 different beers and I absolutely loved the different glasses for each. Pretzels to start that were warm; perfectly browned and salted on the outside and soft on the inside. My friend also got the pretzel stick served with a Camembert spread. Menu wasn't too foreign with my friend opting for the schnitzel, my partner the farmers plate and pork knuckle for me. My partner didn't like the amount of fat in his meal but for better or worse I ate every last piece of fat and meat I could scavenge from the knuckle. It was amazing! Ending the night with apple schnapps that were too strong for me but friend loved them. Both of us going traditional with the apple strudel and the Viennese iced coffee for my partner. He said the coffee was very strong with my friend swooping in again to finish it off. We are a good team like that! The bill was expensive at over $200 but I feel it was worth it. Made another booking already to take my Dad for Father's Day.

On a whim my partner and I tried this place for breakfast. It's about 6months old, had an Austrian…read moretwist and was very quiet for a Saturday morning. Although it's quite new, the decor feels a little tired. Some furniture might have be inherited from the old restaurant (Long bench). BUT, don't let this put you off. The food was delicious. We shared our meals and the waffles with ricotta and fresh fruit was one of the best breakfasts I've ever had in Newy. It was incredible! Service was good. Friendly, useful and sweet. Maybe a bit young and nervous but I'm sure after another few months she'll be great. The dinner menu looks well priced and delicious and so we'll definitely be back. A sophisticated take on lots of pork dishes. The back courtyard would be a nice place for an afternoon German beer, it looked like they had a selection on tap. Give this place a try next time you're on Darby St.

Exceptional service, vintage decor, spacious and delicious food. We went for Mother's Day and…read moretables were reserved everywhere. We tried our luck and went there without a reservation. The guy that greeted us and the staff were all amazing! They found us a free table and managed to make an extra table for a family coming in behind us. Will be back.

My relationship with the Happy Wombat began when I stayed at the Quest for a work trip in…read moreNewcastle. I began with the "Daddy Wombat" - a 400g grass fed rib eye. The steak was tender and the polenta chips and beans matched perfectly. After leaving dinner, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the Quest Hotel provides a chargeback service with the Wombat, and breakfast would be served in this pub. I woke up the next morning without the highest expectations. Steak was a safe bet at a pub, but gormet breakfast at a pub is more unusual than seeing a real wombat in the streets of Newcastle. Breakfast at this "pub" was fantastic. In the morning you're greeted by friendly staff, fantastic coffee and a good breakfast selection. My only annoyance was that breakfast is not served until 7:30AM, which is late for an early-morning person. After leaving the Quest, I have not left The Wombat. I'm in the 8th week of my "short" visit to Newcastle, and I buy a coffee from the Wombat daily. I tend to have dinner at least once a week, and my office has had 2 small functions in this restaurant since the first day of my visit. I leave Newcastle this week, and it only seemed fitting that I had my going away dinner at The Wombat.

We wanted fish for lunch on our drive from Sydney to Brisbane and decided on Jonah's on the beach,…read morewhich is part of and/or sits in the same building as Noah's on the Beach hotel. (Judging from the biblical names they are related.) The restaurant interior is a bit dated, but the view is amazing. We enjoyed seeing quite a few para gliders soaring (and pulling acrobatic tricks) at reasonably close distance above the cliff, which was fun. We started with the "Seared Lamb Fillets with Peach and Mint Salad , Couscous and Labna $24", which was excellent. Very creative and tasty. For our meals we had: "Saltwater Barramundi with Caper, Tomato, Olive, Chilli Salsa and Chickpeas $37" and "King Prawns with a Mild Chilli Fettuccini Sautéed with Spanish Onion, Snow Peas, Brandy and Double Cream with Salmon Roe $42" Truth be told, we weren't blown away. The fettuccini in particular was not as it should be. For $42 you simply shouldn't have glued-together pasta strands; the sauce also wasn't anything special. The barramundi was nice and creatively paired with chili salsa and chickpeas. So, a bit of a mixed bag. Positive: Great view, great starter and barramundi Negative: Dated look, pasta faux-pas, pricey If we are again in this area one day, we would likely go check out a different place. Conclusion: 3 stars.

From the owner: NOAH'S on the Beach offers NOAH'S guests food and beverage service of the highest calibre…read moreaccompanied by the best ocean view in Newcastle. Enjoy a delicious selection of a lá carte cuisine served seven days a week in our Newcastle restaurant and bar.

Delicious. Fantastic. Superb…read more Maybe a little overpriced, but good LORD the FOOD! It's just so GOOD! The Cubano was the best Cuban sandwich I've had outside of Florida. Take it from someone who lived in Tampa & ate Cuban sandwiches at LEAST once a week -- this place does them proper justice. The jalapeños are an inauthentic but totally welcome addition. The cheese is melted just right, the sandwich is pressed beautifully, & the mustard - it's just right; not too much or too little. My partner's chimmichurri steak was to die for. The thick slab of meat that any lesser cook would have undercooked or burnt was a PERFECT medium. & the relish... Delectable. I was torn between wanting to trade because it was that good, & not wanting to let him near my blissfully delicious sandwich. Well worth the price. Next time I find myself in Newcastle I know where I'm getting lunch.

The menu is a little arty, but the food is quite good. I love the coffee here and the service is…read morereally friendly. Sit by the window on a nice day and watch life walk by. I've spent hours here before reading the news and relishing life.

First of all... I…read morelove the fact that people would often refer to this cafe as a "milk bar" (do you really hear cafes being referred to as such these days?). The place has a nice atmosphere and does not have the typical cafe vibe. They have a wide variety of food to choose from - from breakfast to dinner. I ordered a standard toast with chunks (not as a spread) of avocado, feta cheese and coreander. Then for lunch I ordered a soft shell crab burger which was super delicious! You won't hear many cafes that would sell anything like this (not that I can recall anyway). My colleagues have ordered steak burgers here and they absolutely loved it. There are 2 coffee section - the smaller one being referred to as "The Quickie" (ideal for those who come in to order coffee only) while the other one is situated in "The Parlor" (where meals are actually served). There is also a variety of Gelato flavours to choose from - also from The Parlor. The staff are friendly and are dressed in flannel shirts and jeans. Yes. This is their uniform. I will say that this is definitely one of the very best cafes I've ever been in. Many things pertaining to this place is novelty! In my opinion anyway...

This place has a nice vibe in general. It's casual and has great ice cream. I have eaten here a few…read moretimes, but I've got some hesitancy. It's one thing to be scruffy and wear Hawaiian shirts with boardies for a uniform, it's another to carry yourself in kind. It's not that the service isn't friendly, it is. It's just that every time someone serves me there I get a bit grossed out. I've been there five times. So far I'm yet to experience an interaction with the counter staff that doesn't involve: a finger in the ear, putting receipts in mouth (then pulling them out and providing to customer), sucking on napkins (pulling the wet part out of mouth, then touching customer food), mixing cash handling with food and drink prep. Eww guys. The music is too loud to carry a conversation without raised voices. Both of these issues are easily fixed, and overall this is a nice establishment. I'd be back if these things were taken care of. The good intent to create customer experience is obvious.

Former Gloria Jeans Opens As Respectable Hipster Cafe…read more Serving Campos Coffee the only noteable reminant of Gloria Jeans is the display cabinet which is now filled with cakes, sandwiches and more. Gone is the chain-store branding and replaced is a chic fit-out that'll appeal to the most modern urban adventurers design sensibilities. I ordered the avocado on toast with two poached eggs ($10) and my usual flat white. There was a little kerfuffle with our order but it was the owner himself who finally brought my breakfast over with a huge side of a sincere apology. Any minor grimace I had melted in that instant. Take a seat inside, perhaps right near the grand old piano or enjoy a spot of people watching from the outside communal tables. The service is swift and the goods one of the best on Hunter Street. It's guys like Ground Floor that are turning Hunter Street Mall around and breathing much needed life into this desserted strip of Newcastle.

Let me first express my thanks to the previous reviewer - if it wasn't for your review, I may never…read morehave ventured into this adorable, sexy as hell cafe - so thanks :) Also, a general thanks to Yelp for just existing !! Had I not searched for cafe in the Newcastle area, I would not have found this place - so again, thanks !!! *insert music* to stop my thank you speech ... noted. OK, onto the review - I LOVED this little cafe. It was dark but airy, a sense of calm swept down over me and an 'ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh' escaped my lips - a sigh of belonging !! THIS is what I was looking for. Their breakfast menu although not extensive, covers your basics - eggs, muesli/porridge/yoghurt/fruit, toast etc - what else is there to eat at breakfast? Like the previous reviewer, I ordered the poached eggs and avo. I was given the option of white/brown/multi/rye/gluten free/sourdough/oneotherbreadicouldntquiteremember and I settled with the rye. The guy at the counter was SUPER rad .. when I ordered an espresso, he looks me dead in the eye and asks 'well since you've gone straight for the good stuff, would you like to try our single origin of the day as a ristretto - its from India and its nutty and caramel-ey all at the same time?'. 'Bring it' was my response. Ohh and let me tell you, it was well worth the try. Free wi-fi is always appreciated, so make sure you ask for the password if you're planning on getting some work done. I would return here in a heartbeat.