They make awesome burgers! I had the Bar Beef Burger and it tasted great…read more We ordered the bar chips and with the bacon and BBQ sauce they were yummmmmm. We also added the chicken strips to the top and that just topped it off. Casual setting. I had a beer with my lunch and the local larger went down well. Highly recommended

This is another one of those pretty awesome burger bars that I just simply love. Okay, it had a lot…read moreto do with me accidentally leaving my book, and my glasses, and getting back in time to discover that they had found them and kept them for me. Well, that is certainly great service. However, the burger and the chips were nothing short of awesome, so I guess there is that as well.

I can't say that I was really all that impressed with this place. Basically it is just another one…read moreof those James Squire franchised pubs that you happen to find scattered across Australia. Okay, their beer actually isn't too bad, and it certainly has a history, but these days I do find it rather common, though it does happen to be better than some of the others on offer. Still, it wasn't really one of my favourite places.

Very popular Summer venue that has always been busy whenever walking along Honeysuckle. My partner…read morehas wanted to try for a year and finally got here. I was somewhat underwhelmed by my $25 chilli prawn main. One very large plate with some moulded rice and prawns hiding underneath. It was tasty but not particularly hot and the size was the real killer for me. My partners $38 scotch fillet didn't leave a great impression either. He ate about half the steak saying most of it was fat. We need AMAZING places along Honeysuckle but sadly I think this is much like Honeysuckle Hotel; average food, all about drinking.

Excellent-wasn't expecting great Mexican food in Australia and being from Texas this hit the spot!read more

Great food and amazing service! The beef and chicken tacos are and so are the salsas.. also…read moreenjoyed the tamarind drink!

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.

I have had breakfast here twice so far, and it has been a good experience each time. The owner…read moreseems to know his coffee, and takes care in making it. The breakfasts menu is more imaginative than most and they make their own potato rostis rather than buy those nasty frozen hash browns that you normally get as standard cafe breakfast fare. I have since found that he roasts his own coffee, and this makes this place all the more special. Go for this experience alone!

Lovely place - great costumer service, very polite, friendly, and respectful - fantastic choices on…read morethe menu, they basically covered all you might crave for a morning or afternoon meal - located near jbhi-fi so just follow the signs and wont miss it, very convenient and away from the shopping centre noise - definitely coming back and will be recommending it. I had the lamb sandwich and a flat white with soy - the coffee was bitter and sweet at the same time, exactly how i expect a blend of soy and coffee - the sandwich was made fresh so i was in love on the spot, the had yoghurt in it, that was a smart add. I would recommend shredding the lamb after grilling and then mix it with the grilled onion on the grill for less than a minute - get those brilliant mixers together. Yah brilliant lounge - absolutely delicious food and beverages- all the best on the market

Coffee and drinks were ok, but service was rude, food came cold and our orders were incorrect…read more Presentation was execrable. Tables are always dirty and sticky, definitely our once and last time at this "lounge".

Ok, I need to begin by stressing that this is just a sandwich shop…read more But it's quick and delicious and popular. It's a good sandwich shop. Only open until 230pm, they have a huge variety of options, but many such as roast lamb/pork/beef are sold out well before closing time. There's hardly any seating, so be prepared to take a walk to a nearby park or bench so that you can sit and enjoy your lunch in peace. Everything is fresh and the servings are generous. There is a system where you take a number and once it's called you will have one person complete your order. They'll call you over to pay when it's ready.

My first experience with Ribs n Burgers was Sydney and I loved it. So when this place came up on…read moremy radar on opening I had to come. The venue itself is a great location, even if a touch out of the way of the main eateries. Of course I love the food offered, I love the view, I love sitting in the warm sun outside when possible but I've really enjoyed the constant welcome from the manager/owner of the place. The staff too ;) Says a lot to me when they take time out to meet n greet you personally. The selections of food have always been fresh and tasty...and filling. This joint is also open late so good to come before of after a movie to eat, chill and talk. It may not be a 5 star restaurant but I feel like I get a 5 star experience.

Love the new addition to Charlestown Square. A bit out of place however; upstairs at the end of the…read morefood court rather than downstairs with the other restaurants that are open at night. Balcony area is a major win for the upper location though. Order at the entrance to either take away or dine in at one of the cute tables or booths and listen to some great music whilst you wait. My partners bacon and cheese burger pushed his effort vs enjoyment ratio to the max but he pulled through. Finishing with dripping hands but he said it was worth it. My southern chicken burger was easier to manage with a great coating, double cheese and a zingy chipotle sauce. Chips were also delicious! Add $2 for a dipping sauce but I don't think they need it. I had the milo thick shake at The Rocks location years ago and happy to report it's just as good. Beers on tap or by the bottle. Sadly missed out on the $2 wine or schooner with any main meal which could be better displayed. We saw it advertised afterward when leaving the centre. But there's always next time. There WILL be a next time. Yum!