Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Nelson Bay

"When you’re around Foreshore Park, head over to Paymasters for a refreshing lunch or dinner. Try seafood or a meat dish and experience the view of the lovely harbour on a sunny day. Inside the dining rooms you get utmost comfort in modern furniture and design."

"Are you someone who loves to engage with the chef behind the magic?. Paymasters might just be your new favourite place. With a very extensive menu, they are sure to have something for everyone."

"Estabars has for as long as we can remember supplied some of the best gelato in town, but with Bec wanting to serve only really seasonal and local gelato the challenge was put to the team. Sourcing their flavor inspiration from the seasonal fruits Bec explains, “The chocolate and vanilla are made using cream and milk from the Little Big Dairy Co., and they're the basics and will always be on the menu. The other two flavours are what we have fun with.”More Info: click here"

"The best beachfront breakfast in Newcastle, Estabar is the place to come to breathe in salty air, take in some stunning ocean views and relax with some truly delicious breakfast. Perfect for early risers, Estabar is open from 6:30am every morning. Their ingredients are largely sourced from local providers with eggs coming from Just Been Laid and bread coming from Newcastle’s Baked Uprising."

"The stunning views over Newcastle are a good enough reason to visit Estabar… and that’s before you even start talking about the great coffee, and the mouth-watering gelato and the fresh, nutritious, seasonal menu. Together with the sleek charcoal interior and peerless seaside location, Estabar is a compulsory stop for coffee-lovers visiting the Hunter."

"If the kids are old enough to sit still for more than 10 minutes, they’ll love the retro inspired Hood. Grab a cosy booth and order dishes like corn fritters or fried chicken burgers from the all-day menu. It’s the desserts however which are the standout here."

"I’ll tell you, I thought Darby Street was the way to go for amazing cafes. I mean it has it all, food, coffee and they also have very nice (but very expensive) shops surrounding the street. Despite this, The Junction surprised me in the best of ways."

"Sitting a street back from the Hunter River estuary, One Picket Fence is a gourmet café frequented by Newcastle locals for tempting snacks and mouth-watering meals on Wharf Road. A space to escape on ..."

"As the sun sets over the city, there's no better place to be in Newcastle than 529 The Terrace on Hunter Street. Newcastle's only rooftop bar comes alive as guests relax and unwind with friends and fa..."

"The deck at this waterfront place, located in a cavernous but cool converted warehouse looking across at the port, is a perfect spot for a sundowner. The food is less impressive."

"Amongst the hustle and bustle of Newcastle’s CBD, you’ll find a quaint stop for a quick bite of authentic Japanese cuisine; Asadon. There’s something about this Japanese soul food that leaves your spirit feeling a little lighter on departure. The curries, sushi, rice and noodle dishes have a certain authentic flair to them that have led to a string of Novocastrians and visitors dubbing Asadon the best Japanese restaurant in Newcastle –maybe it’s time to add yourself to that list!"

"One of Newcastle's best kept secrets, Asa Don offers traditional Japanese cuisine with their tiny kitchen pumping out some of the freshest flavours all the while being affordable and friendly. Keeping it consistent is what they do best with their warm friendly staff not only filling your belly but making you feel right at home. Where: 179 King St, Newcastle"

"Bringing an authentic taste of the Orient to Kahibah, Don’s Asian Kitchen on Glebe Street is a hidden local gem. A traditional décor of wall art and bamboo light shades blends with crisp white tablecl..."