Outstanding service Food was amazing…read moreGreat atmosphere and excellent view 10/10 experience

A perfect 5 star experience all thanks to an amazing location, outstanding food and a manager named…read moreSharon who made my recent visit something to rave to friends about! After touring some of the wineries in the area, I wanted to sit outside, enjoy the beautiful scenery and have some terrific food and wine. The Verandah, located at the Calais Estate, was the perfect solution with their wrap around upstairs porch overlooking the rolling estate. There were two choices for lunch- a pre selected "Tapas Tower" which is a feast for two with several daily selections ($80) or a la carte tapas items listed a few pages back in the menu. I went with the latter and had a chance to taste a wide range of their offerings and all were amazingly good. My favs were the polenta coated soft shell crab, the mushroom aranachi, and the jambon. They also had a nice wine list and were able to find me a local Cabernet that was quite nice! The service staff was super helpful, even re directing the fan my way given it was a very hot day on the veranda. But my visit was really topped off by the welcoming nature of Sharon, the manager. She kept stopping at my table to ensure all was well and even related a story about her recent trip to Chicago where someone went out of their way to help her and her husband. It made for a great visit. So I'll end where I began. If you want a great location, outstanding food and a staff that cares, look no further than The Verandah. It really will make your entire experience in the Hunter Valley one to remember!

The food is nice but the prices are outrageous. What's worse is you order a chicken salad and then…read morethey charge an extra $7 for the chicken!!! I questioned it because the title is literally "chicken salad" and they said yes, but the chicken is extra. WTF? Fortunately they waived the $7 but come on. A "chicken salad" that has an extra fee for chicken? Be aware of the ridiculous prices here.

Photo doesn't do the burger justice. It was a little on the small side in comparison to other…read moreburger places but it made up for size in flavour. Lots of ketchup and mustard, pickles, onion, BACON and a delicious patty. Served with choice of thick cut or shoestring fries and Cajun onion rings for an additional $4. Venue is noisy but it's a large space and was very busy so noise level was appropriate. Enjoyed watching the bartender with the awesome hair and moustache. He was continually on the go but made it look easy and like he enjoyed what he did. Menu doesn't stop at burgers. Steaks, salad and a variety of Mexican options in the South of the Border section. 2 burgers and 2 cokes for $52 is steep but as I said it was a tasty burger so I'll let it slide this time.

Cafe Enzo is part of Peppers Creek Village and Peppers Creek winery…read more They have breakfast, lunch, and a cheeky "in-between" menu. The place was busy with high spirits and we were still seated right away. Food came pretty quick which was nice because we had wine tasting appointments to be mindful of. Egg and Bacon Roll 2 fried eggs, plus bacon on a pita roll, with homemade sweet and tangy tomato chutney. Great combo sandwich - larger than expected. "Enzo" Big Breakfast 2 eggs (seemed like at least 4 actually) your way, bacon (more like rustic farmhouse style American ham), whole mushrooms and roasted whole tomatoes on two thick slices of toast. This is like a big boy chunky style brekky - you have to cut everything but it is hearty and delicious. Make sure you're hungry! Cappucino - frothy, large and smooth! Love this place, there's really nothing to be picky about here. Expectations exceeded, service prompt, helpful and nice, yet efficient. That's all...

Brunch with a beautiful view was perfect!…read more I ordered the Ham Breakfast Board w/ a side of Smoked Salmon (Poached eggs, Berkshire ham off the bone, Avocado, Binnorie feta, Roast cherry tomatoes, Pistachio red pesto, Sourdough). It was VERY filling. Our server was delightful. She checked on us regularly & made sure we were okay.

Fiancé Yelp and Googled searched them; found high stars and I found them in the current…read moreEntertainment book. Win, win, win. Arriving in the nick of time. Beating the kitchen closing hour of 3pm for a late Sunday lunch. Not much to look at from the outside with an inside quirky-ness that's not in your face. Menu isn't over the top either but covers what you'd expect. I went with the Rueben which was fantastic. The chips as side gave me something to munch on as I contemplated how best to tackle the mammoth stack of pulled corned beef and slaw. A firm squash down and centre cut worked well. I was truly satisfied by the end. My partner enjoyed The Pourhouse burger. Washing it down with schooners of Akasha (lager) and two heads (pale ale). I forgot to use the Entertainment voucher but the delicious food, great beer selection and relaxed music will have me coming back soon enough.

Highly recommend the ribs so yummy Lovely friendly staff…read moreCaters to children Recommend you visit

We came here for a casual lunch and here was our experience…read more AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking and metered parking. It can get busy as this area is a popular spot for tourist and locals Seating: Patio seating and indoor seating. Lot of room for groups or individuals. Maybe about 100 people. Vibes: Warner's Bay is lovely and simple. I liked how the area is right across the lake. The spot itself has a nice vintage yet playful charm. You'll see old electronics such as a tv and other displays with some cartoons. You can either enjoy the background chatter, cooking, or the lite rock. A lovely place to walk, reflect, and dine by yourself, with your friend, or family. FOOD: Sticky Pork Belly Bites (Recommend) For something rich and less carby this is great! The pork was crunchy and had a good ratio of crunchy skin, flavorful pork fat and meat. I had the sauce on the side which provided a nice spicy kick and creamy texture. The arugula on the side helped provide balance to the flavor or texture Green (Fresh Juice) (Recommend) A refreshing cold mix of apple, cucumber, lemon, and kale. A nice balance of earthy sweet, tart, and crispness. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Great! Friendly people and we got our orders in a timely matter. TL; DR OVERALL: 4 Stars. Good selections of food, reasonable price, and a pleasant experience. This place is a lovely place to wind down and enjoy what Warners Bay has to offer - food, environment, etc. If I'm back here, I am curious about their wood-fired pizza! TIPS: * Awesome place to dine and enjoy the view or accessibility to the lake!

Sunday lunch and very busy as it was also Mother's Day. Larger tables had slower service but since…read moreit was only my Mum and I we were served reasonably quickly. We shared the pork belly entree to start. Nicely presented with a colourful salad dressed well with Asian flavours. Some people don't like sesame oil but if that's what I was tasting I couldn't fault it. The pork was moist and the crackling enough to tease you. My linguine marinara was hot, saucy and had a fair ratio of seafood. Octopus, prawns, mussels and squid. (I did find a fly right at the end but pretty sure I swatted it off my head. We were seated on the balcony) My mums mussaman curry didn't pack much heat but was melt in the mouth and the cumin rice was fluffy and a great accompaniment. I've heard mixed things but we were both happy with our experience.

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!

This place kills the dinner game. The ambiance is top notch. It gives off the warmth of being in…read moresomeone's home with elevated, chic, minimalist decor that is very welcoming. The food here is quite elevated. We had the three course meal where we got to pick our courses from a selection of offerings. Everything was really great except that the mussel entree was a bit overpowering. I was also obsessed with their open floor plan table bar where you could walk around it and survey the offerings.

Absolutely five stars…read more Great fresh local food. Wonderful service. Good wines at fair prices. Beautiful setting, inside and out. Inside where we were seated is white and modern with a formal feeling. We did not do the tasting menu, but rather the three course a la carte menu. Writing this review too long after our visit, with no website to look at, all I can remember is the carrot and ginger soup amuse, with wonderful flavors, and the venison main course. The venison was cooked perfectly and accompanied by a nice assortment of fresh garden vegetables. I do remember that everything was great and cooked perfectly. Lunch is served a couple days a week, otherwise its dinner only.

Excellent food, it's like eating poetry!! Excellent…read moreservice!!! Highly recommended!!!!

Hunters Quarter is an amazing culinary experience, that happens to be surrounded by Australian…read morebeauty. This restaurant falls in my top five. It is a MUST.