If You Love Food & Wine, You Will Love These Places
Last updated: September 2026
Famous for its exceptional dining experiences, the Hunter Valley is home to some of the most celebrated restaurants in Australia. Highly rated and always delivering exceptional quality, the region offers a range of standout dining experiences to suit every occasion.
Whether you're looking for a picturesque French bistro or a hearty country breakfast, the Hunter Valley has all this — and more.
Restaurant Cuvée — Peterson House
Pokolbin
Renowned for its famous Bubbly Breakfast, Restaurant Cuvée at Peterson House is the perfect spot to start your Hunter Valley day. Located within beautiful sandstone walls at the gateway to the Hunter Valley wineries, Restaurant Cuvée serves a modern Australian menu using fresh seasonal produce. Open seven days for breakfast and lunch. Bookings recommended.
Redsalt — Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Lovedale
Redsalt Restaurant at the Rydges Resort Hunter Valley (formerly Crowne Plaza) offers spectacular views across the golf course and vineyard surrounds. Famous for its premium grills and fresh local produce, Redsalt serves breakfast daily and dinner Wednesday to Sunday. A stunning setting for both a morning start and an evening meal.
Baumé — Ben Ean
Pokolbin
Made using the best local ingredients, Baumé at Ben Ean offers relaxed, family-friendly dining within the historic Ben Ean estate on McDonalds Road. Expect generous plates of Mediterranean-inspired share dishes, wood-fired pizza, pasta, steaks and seafood — all designed to be enjoyed in the middle of the table with good company. Open for lunch Friday to Monday and dinner Friday to Saturday.
Blaxland Inn Steakhouse
Pokolbin
A Hunter Valley institution since 1976, Blaxland Inn Steakhouse is the region's premier steakhouse — set on the 28-acre Blaxland Estate along Broke Road. Open seven days for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Famous for hearty meals, quality steaks and a welcoming country atmosphere. A Thursday to Sunday courtesy bus operates within a 10-minute radius for groups. Bookings recommended.
Muse Kitchen — Keith Tulloch Winery
Pokolbin
The sister venue to Muse Restaurant, Muse Kitchen is a relaxed European bistro set in the picturesque courtyard of Keith Tulloch Winery on Hermitage Road. Chef Josh Gregory's ever-evolving seasonal menu is approachable and impressive in equal measure. Open for lunch Wednesday to Sunday and dinner on Saturdays. A popular stop for both locals and visitors.
Muse Restaurant — Hungerford Hill Estate
Pokolbin
Award-winning and consistently celebrated, Muse Restaurant is now located within Hungerford Hill Estate on Broke Road. Chef Troy Rhoades-Brown offers a set menu built around produce grown in his on-site garden — a genuine farm-to-table fine dining experience. Open for dinner Wednesday to Saturday and lunch on Saturdays. Bookings essential.
Bistro Molines — Tallavera Grove
Mount View
Widely considered the godfather of Hunter Valley dining, Robert and Sally Molines have been part of the region's food scene since 1973. Bistro Molines is set within the stunning Tallavera Grove Estate at 749 Mount View Road, overlooking terraced vineyards. Awarded a Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide Chef's Hat every year since 2010, the French provincial menu is built around locally grown produce from Robert's garden. Open Thursday to Monday for lunch and Friday to Saturday for dinner. A must-do for any serious food lover visiting the region.
Begin your day at Ivanhoe Wines
No Hunter Valley visit is complete without a cellar door tasting. Come visit us at Ivanhoe Wines in Pokolbin for a Seated Wine Tasting from $15 or our Premium Wine & Cheese Experience at $45 — with panoramic views of the Brokenback Range included. Open daily 10am–5pm. Bookings essential.