Best French Bakery in Lake Macquarie

"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."

"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..."

"Nicely located on the mall, this place is perpetually popular for a reason – excellent coffee, served by staff who know their stuff. Toasties and healthy, well-presented breakfasts and light lunches are another..."

"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."

"Nothing says summer more than an ice cream or gelato after a day soaking up the sunny vibes at the beach. And Estabar’s gelato always hits the spot. Located opposite Newcastle Beach (on your left as you emerge from the pedestrian underpass), you can grab a takeaway gelato with your hair still wet and sand between your toes, or nab an alfresco table."

"A friendly, down to earth vibe with a fresh, tasty, nutritional menu and a probiotic twist. In the heart of Hunter Street Mall, it's the. 148 Hunter Street, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia"

"This little Charlestown-based gem is an absolute MUST for anyone who is keen on cupcakes. Also, as their name suggests, they’re 100% vegan so now everyone can enjoy the glory that is a perfectly baked cake. we can definitely attest to their quality, too with the Pink Lemonade, Red Velvet and Lemon Burst varieties definitely worth writing home about."

"Is the Hood Milk Bar Newcastle’s answer to Arnold’s from Happy Days?. Whatever day of the week, it’s happy days here at this retro inspired milk bar. Come straight from Merewether or Bar Beach for gelato thick shakes, triple scoop waffle cones or pimp your cone with chocolatey goodness from the Nutella fountain."

"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 pretty on the harbour’s edge, Nagisa is where fresh produce, traditional Japanese culture and modern techniques coincide, to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Serving up sashimi, sushi and noodles, Nagisa’s impeccably designed restaurant, with draped linen and pendant lighting, spills out onto an alfresco setting which comes alive on balmy nights. For thrill seekers, take a seat at the teppanyaki bar, and be mesmerised by the talented chefs and intoxicating aromas of sizzling meats and fresh seafood."

"Whether you’re looking for fresh sushi or enjoy the theatre of teppanyaki cooking, Nagisa is a hidden gem for lovers of Asian food. Next to special Japanese beer, you get all kinds of exotic dishes. Prepare yourself for hot soup, spicy meat and fruity deserts."

"Overlooking the harbour in the Honeysuckle foreshore precinct, this industrial-chic restaurant is the latest contender for the crown of Newcastle’s best seafood specialist. With fresh and inspired flavours, there’s plenty to get diners hooked, including their impressive range of cold, fried, grilled and mixed platters. The chef’s current top pick is oven-baked whole roasted New Zealand snapper with Balkan-inspired red peppers, chilli flakes and kalamata olives, which oozes authentic and wholesome flavours."

"1 Bond Street, Newcastle When you’ve craving something just a little bit more fancy, Customs is a great place to head for lunch. Grab a table on their back verrandah and watch the ships go by for a long Friday lunch with their delicious house sparkling.→ Visit website"

"Table 1 Espresso is a well-loved and well-known café in the capital. If you are searching for a vibrant place to eat breakfast and lunch, this is a great place for you. They even offer decadent smoothies in this light-filled café."

"89 – 93 City Road, Merewether AND 2/450 The Esplanade, Warners Bay. There was no shortage of love on our poll for Table 1 – at both locations. Offering breakfast fare all day, Table 1’s menu runs the full gamut of morning treats."