Best Gelato in Port Stephens Council

"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."

"If you want to get a taste for Newcastles' local and seasonal produce, go to estabar. For 15 years estabar has been working with local farmers and producers to celebrate local and seasonal food. Their fresh menu, ocean views, seriously good coffee and house made gelato has seen estabar become a firm favourite in Newcastle."

"The punchy single-origin coffee, refreshing frappés and delicious gelato are great at this hugely welcoming spot, and the location right opposite Newcastle Beach is unbeatable. The owner makes an effort to source... Australian in Newcastle"

"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."

"172 King St, Newcastle & Junction Fair Shopping Centre, 200 Union St, The Junction. Anyone who’s been to Italy yearns for the incredible gelato found on almost every street corner. Owned by Italians and made fresh daily, Popolo’s serves up authentic handmade gelato as close as possible to what you find in Italy – minus the airfare and jetlag."

"Tucked away at the end of the street, G & G Gelato remains a crowd favourite that brings locals back time and time again. The ever so popular authentic Italian gelato has operated for over 12 years. If you’re looking for a spot for lunch as well, the shop also houses various Italian eats such as lasagne, arancini, and spaghetti Bolognese all handmade on-premises by owner Gaetano.More Info: click here"

"A gorgeous 50's style diner that sits opposite the foreshore of Toronto and serves homemade gelato style ice cream. Offering up a big menu of sundaes, shakes and floats you can also expect to find gourmet hot dogs, fries with toppers, nachos, burgers, ribs and wings.More Info: click here"

"Spanning across four locations for all your crazy combinations, Cold Rock is where it’s at to shake things up. Proudly 100% Australian owned and made, the classic ice cream flavours change things up with your favourite mix-ins spanning from M & Ms to sour lollies to Nutella. Needing an ice cream fix but can’t be bothered to drive?"

"Always a safe bet, this old-school dairy bar has been operating since 1957 and has got you covered with classic Peter’s ice-cream and a cool milkshake if you’re on the go. Rocking the iconic sign on the corner of Tudor and Webster street, it’s hard to miss and easy to pop in for all your classic ice-cream needs.More Info: click here"

"This neon haven of yumminess has garnered a cult following since opening almost five years ago on the buzzing Darby Street strip. Everything that goes into Monella’s gelato is made onsite – short of milking the pasture raised cows and harvesting their own cacao beans. Try the ‘Kiss me, I’m Ginger’ with caramel and ginger gelato, salted caramel sauce, Italian meringue and gingerbread chunks or the wickedly good ‘Nutella on Crack’, with Nutella gelato, dark chocolate coffee ganache and chocolate brownie chunks."

"All natural and made from scratch on-site, Monella’s array of flavours are sure to hit the spot. From classics like chocolate fondant and dulce de leche to flavours for all the wannabe gelato connoisseurs out there like lemon meringue and apple pie. Experimenting with new flavours, Monella is the place to be if you are looking to try something new.More Info: click here"

"You don't visit Newcastle without popping your head into Corey Crook’s veritable wonderland of all things great about Australian beer, hence the reason why the pub is always throbbing in the tourist season. Ironically occupying an old warehouse that was built by Tooheys Brewery in 1885 as a grain and keg storage facility, it boasts 21 taps featuring 100 percent independently-owned and 100 percent Australian-brewed craft beers, ensuring there's not a Tooheys beer in sight. With the Grain Store, you truly do not know what to expect when you walk in; time it right (or wrong if they're not your bag) and you might find Corey running one of his IPA days where all 21 taps pour nothing but IPA."

"Once the grain and keg store for the old Tooheys beer factory, this rustic bar-cafe is an atmospheric place to refresh yourself with one of the great rotating selections of no fewer than 21 eclectic..."

"146 Denison Street, Hamilton Have you ever thought "This steak could do with more fries?". Well, the newly renovated historic pub in Hamilton has the answer. As part of the bistro's daily specials, the weekly Wednesday steak night includes bottomless fries."

"Established in 1975 Cooks Hill Galleries is one of Australia’s leading commercial art galleries. The Gallery presents regular exhibitions and features art within four rooms, with art including abstract, modern, impressionism, surrealism and traditional. Easy to access with on street parking available."

"Laneway Park in Adamstown is a small park located between residential houses. Locals have set up a children’s community garden and there’s tools and watering cans if your family want to contribute by weeding or watering. For kids, there’s swings (regular and toddler), small play equipment and a couple of wobblies."

"This neon haven of yumminess has garnered a cult following since opening almost five years ago on the buzzing Darby Street strip. Everything that goes into Monella’s gelato is made onsite – short of milking the pasture raised cows and harvesting their own cacao beans. Try the ‘Kiss me, I’m Ginger’ with caramel and ginger gelato, salted caramel sauce, Italian meringue and gingerbread chunks or the wickedly good ‘Nutella on Crack’, with Nutella gelato, dark chocolate coffee ganache and chocolate brownie chunks."

"All natural and made from scratch on-site, Monella’s array of flavours are sure to hit the spot. From classics like chocolate fondant and dulce de leche to flavours for all the wannabe gelato connoisseurs out there like lemon meringue and apple pie. Experimenting with new flavours, Monella is the place to be if you are looking to try something new.More Info: click here"

"When long term tenant Kiwi Waffle'n'Cones departed this Zaara Street space, the children of Newcastle’s East End wept and had to make do with regular old Icy Poles (true story). Fast forward to August this year and there’s rejoicing once more with the opening of East End Ice Creamery in this popular post beach hang. Try the perennial favourite super fudge brownie, classic hokey pokey or if you’re feeling adventurous, order a Sarsaparilla spider."

"And that’s exactly what you’ll get when you pop into East End Ice Creamery for your daily dose of ice-cream. Supplied by Serendipity, the premium ingredients and delicious 36 flavours will be sure to make you take a few trips to get a taste of everything. Their Signature ice-cream bubble-gum is packed with beetroot for the colouring but don’t worry folks you can’t taste it."