Best & Cool Bars in Lake Macquarie

"For a taste of Brazil, MEET brings the real churrasco experience to the Newcastle streets. MEET sources the finest local pork, beef, chicken and lamb to spit roast over their custom BBQ, with added natural woods and coals to give the dishes that authentic smoky flavour. Along with endless meats served tableside, the huge menu of sides featuring cheese bread, cassava chips and banana fritters will have you hooked."

"9 Darby Street, Newcastle The New York warehouse-style South American barbecue restaurant held its first bottomless brunch last month and, following its success, they will bring it back on October 26. The first seating is from 11.30am to 1.30pm, and the second seating runs from 12.30pm to 2.30pm."

"This famous restaurant in Newcastle brings you a tailored menu like no other. They cater to your very own preferred tastes and flavors. With that, they bring you farm-to-fork produce and premium wines."

"If you like beer, you won’t get much closer to the action than at Grain Store. Originally built as the Tooheys Brewery grain and key storage facility, this massive space is now host to an informal, open plan drinking hall where patrons can sample 21 independently owned, Australian-brewed craft beers. If that choice sounds a little overwhelming for you, just ask one of the expert staff who’ll happily point you towards a pilsner, pale ale or saison that you’ll love!"

"The Grain Store|© Emily Jane Photographer/Courtesy of Grain Store. The micro brewery craze has swept Australia and Newcastle is no exception — and the city’s first craft beer bar is the Grain Store, right in the heart of the city. The 21 taps in the beautifully converted warehouse are totally dedicated to independent Australian brewers, complete with art deco tiling and timber flooring that oozes as much character as the liquid sloshing around the glasses."

"64 – 66 Scott Street, Newcastle East NSW 2300100% Australian independent beer venue offering a menu inspired by the American Diner / Grillhttps://www.facebook.com/GrainStoreBar"

"It’s time to grab the Newy Tram to Honeysuckle, then head across to this funky little bar that begins our main crawl down Hunter Street. There aren’t many bars where you can walk out smarter than when you walked in, but if you apply yourself in The Happy Wombat, it’s possible. One side of the bar has an eclectic mix of odds and sods that includes more than 28 hardback copies of Encyclopedia Britannica."

"Nestled in Newcastle, find The Happy Wombat restaurant on Hunter Street, serving delectable cuisine in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Cosy and comfortable on the inside, this restaurant is suited to f..."

"Newcastle is a pretty kid-friendly place, its cafes and restaurants included. We recommend Cafe Habitat in Adamstown for some delicious coffee and outdoor play, or Side Pocket for healthy cafe fare. The Sunnyside Tavern is great for a spacious outdoor seating area for families with $5 kid's meals and a resident face-painter available on Friday nights, Cafe Inu for a relaxed, family-friendly experience."

"Come and drop anchor at Newcastle’s newest bar and restaurant Harbour Bar on The Boardwalk. With unobstructed views, feel balmy breezes alfresco while soaking up ocean vistas and salty sea air; take a..."

"33 Hunter Street, Newcastle Another of our favourite coffee places in the East End directly across from Pacific Park. Visit these guys for some of the nicest barristers in Newcastle and unique food offerings. Bonus points for great dog watching as you sit out the front under the umbrellas.→ Visit website"

"Famous for their Vegan bowl, this is a place that serves you with a variety of eclectic options and fresh flavours. Passionate and skilled baristas serving you up some pretty heavenly coffee too!. View WebsiteGet Directions"

"171 Darby Street, Cooks Hill Paying homage to the ultimate hangover cure, the nautical themed bar and restaurant on Darby Street hosts the Bottomless Mary Brunch on Sundays, with $10 plates of chicken wings and bottomless bloody marys for an hour after your first purchase of the classic recovery cocktail. The brunch is held from 10am to 2pm every Sunday. Bookings on 0422 365 234."

"This place near the university is a hotspot of student life. During the day, a young crowd escapes to this bar between classes and in the evening the place gets quite full. On sunny days, enjoy the beer garden or have some burgers and pizzas."

"If you like beer, you won’t get much closer to the action than at Grain Store. Originally built as the Tooheys Brewery grain and key storage facility, this massive space is now host to an informal, open plan drinking hall where patrons can sample 21 independently owned, Australian-brewed craft beers. If that choice sounds a little overwhelming for you, just ask one of the expert staff who’ll happily point you towards a pilsner, pale ale or saison that you’ll love!"

"The Grain Store|© Emily Jane Photographer/Courtesy of Grain Store. The micro brewery craze has swept Australia and Newcastle is no exception — and the city’s first craft beer bar is the Grain Store, right in the heart of the city. The 21 taps in the beautifully converted warehouse are totally dedicated to independent Australian brewers, complete with art deco tiling and timber flooring that oozes as much character as the liquid sloshing around the glasses."

"64 – 66 Scott Street, Newcastle East NSW 2300100% Australian independent beer venue offering a menu inspired by the American Diner / Grillhttps://www.facebook.com/GrainStoreBar"

"Marketown Shopping Centre is a popular shopping destination in Newcastle. You will find a wide array of grocery items in their supermarket There is also an excellent post office and pharmacy in the centre as well. In addition to that, you will definitely love their newly refurbished food court."