This pub was heaps cool. In fact it was so cool that I came back a second time, but that probably…read morehas more to do with me having accidentally left my book at the previous place I was at. Still, this has one of those really grungy feels about it, which surprised me in a town like Newcastle. Then again, I probably shouldn't be all that surprised with Newcastle changing and all that. Also, they had some pretty awesome beers on tap as well, which is always going to grab my attention.

Oh heyyyyy cray cray hipster bar in downtown Newy…read more I was in town for a bucks weekend and staying just around the corner. This place has just reopened and they're all about beer and dude food. The front bar has tons of character and there's literally one meellion beer specials up on the wall, as well as $30 punch bowls (normally $50) on Saturday nights. Plus $6 Tecates, ask them to make you a lagerita, you'll love it, trust me, or your money back (you won't get your money back, I just made that up, but you should totally try one they're great). In the back there's an eatery / bistro area with a menu heavy in burgers and hot dogs and parmies and schnitties and everything fried and American and good in this world. Anything fried chicken is seriously great. I had the southern fried chicken burger with fat fluffy chips and I've never been so happy. There's a pool table, too, and when everyone gets loose the bar turns into an impromptu dance floor. It's a ton of good clean beery fun.

Genuine home made pasta and food was magnificent plus the garlic bread was the real deal and very…read moregarlicky. Dined alone as a solo female traveler and owner and staff made me feel so welcome. The ambience of the place us stunning inside. Will definitely be back when next in town.

Stumbled across this place while wandering around Hunter Street, Newcastle. What a find. Excellent…read moredecor, friendly staff, great range of snacks, good coffee and a cracking range of cocktails. I started with coffee, bread and dips and progressed to a Rum Diary cocktail once the coffee had worked its magic on my migraine (along with my own prescription meds!). Highly recommended (and about one of the only places you can get a coffee after 4pm on a Saturday in the Hunter Street area).

I've found out that pubs in Australia seem to be a step up from the pubs I go to in the US. The…read moreCommercial Hotel in Morpeth did not disappoint! Friendly atmosphere, live music, good beer and food made for a fun afternoon. Good selection of tasty beers brewed onsite! You can get a paddle of beer (four large tasters) for $15. These were not the small tasters I've had in the states. Live music the entire time we were there. Seemed there were a bunch of locals sitting around the table playing different instruments. I don't think they ever took a break. Food was great and reasonably priced. I had a T-bone with a tasty pepper gravy, along with salad and chips. It was very tasty. We were thing about getting dessert but the kitchen was closed by the time we were done. (They close for a little while between lunch and dinner) It was busy the entire time we were there. Fun atmosphere and good drinks and food makes the Commercial Hotel a great place to stop.

Hotel in the heart of Morpeth! Open til 6am wow! probably not the best thing the night before a…read morefriends wedding I got a charcuterie plate with prosciutto, salami, fetta, Olives, bread and beetroots. Hubby got a steak, chips and veges. My friend got a beautifully prepared rocket, walnut and prawn salad. Nice meals all round. Prices are reasonable. Good area upstairs to sit, that is warm and quaint. A range of starters and mains and desserts too. Check it out in when in morpe

Took my man here and it was an amazing time. Reception were lovely and the girls where lovely and…read moremade us feel some comfortable highly recommend.

I come here every time I pass through Newcastle and would come more often if I lived in the area…read more It's easy to find, discrete entrance, relaxed atmosphere and well-run by the boss. You will find an amazing line-up of ladies. Watch for the "special girl" (typically early 20s and stunning), but you will be satisfied whoever you book. Special mention to "Tina" and "Summer" who looked after me so well.

This place has potential, the people were fantastic but unfortunately the service was very…read moreslow....don't go hungry as you will wait. Our entrees didn't take to long to come out, but we waited over an hour for the mains and with kids starving that was a hard wait. The food was great especially the pumpkin ravioli definitely a massive win.

Amazing food amazing staff and amazing atmosphere we were a very large group of 19 people they were…read morehappy to accommodate us and ecen did so without comprising the quality of the food the chef and staff even took the time come out to sing happy birthday to my mother with her cake the chef introduced himself after our wonderful meal. Thank you all you made our night out memorable

If you are looking for an affordable, large portioned meal. You've got to try this local bistro…read more The staff are excellent, and the food is exquisite. Great menu, all with great prices to match.

Great place Great…read morefood Good to see GF options to cater for us. Location and premises great. Great friendly staff Great for a family meal Recommend