Top, Best & Fun Rooftop 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..."

"This Newcastle breakfast spot is sun soaked and inviting with romantic, rustic furnishings. With a sage green interior, reclaimed wooden tables and an elegant and welcoming air, Autumn Rooms is a serious contender for best café in Newcastle. The best breakfast dishes here have to be either the berry cheesecake waffles with meringue and compote or the light and delicious crumpets with honey-roasted stone fruit and whipped lemon crème fraiche."

"Autumn Rooms is almost next door to Three Monkeys, so whenever I am walking past it’s always a tug of war to where I want to go. While Three Monkeys serve the classics, Autumn Rooms has more of an upper-class feel, and if you’re not the adventurous type, I would steer clear. They do serve a mean bacon and eggs, but besides this, it may not be ideal if you’re not one for gourmet food."

"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"

"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."

"Brought to you by Ronnie Stricke & Raf Tonon the duo wanted to create a restaurant experience that offers a pub feel and the expected pub grub, together with an impressive menu that is all about being afforable and exceptional in quality. Located within The Greenroof Hotel in Hamilton, it's a secret suburban gem. Where: 71 Tudor St, Hamilton"

"Where: 71 Tudor St, HamiltonCreated with a party vibe in mind this Hamilton hotel knows how to create a fun outdoor drinking space that's been used for so many different purposes including outdoor cinema and markets."

"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."

"Newcastle’s first ramen and gyoza restaurant, Susuru, is brought to you by aforementioned Nagisa and further carries the values of authentic Japanese cuisine with a modern twist. The white and yellow fit-out and high-tech gyoza machine give the restaurant an almost futuristic feel and the inventive flavour combinations give Susuru the one-of-a-kind stamp. The new menu is solely based on what their customers love and has been fine-tuned to suit all palates."

"140 King Street, Newcastle Newcastle’s very own ramen and gyoza bar with some delicious Japanese beers both in bottle and on tap. The bright yellow 3D wall makes for great Instagram photos. These guys also offer their own delivery service if you don’t have time to leave the office.→ Visit website"

"It is perhaps one of the oldest churches, located in the Hunter Valley. Established in 1861, the church is still popular because of its music. The music has been an integral part of the church’s life and ministry."

"Pickled & Pressed believe in natural, local, sustainable and nourishing food. Wanting to create a wellness hub for happy, healthy people, Pickled & Pressed offer a range of wellness education programs and events which empower people to live fun, healthy and amazing lives in harmony with the planet. Those programs cover topics such as sustainability, ethical investing, energy efficiency, permaculture, raw food preparation, fermentation classes and cooking classes on delectable desserts."

"A pure vegetarian and vegan café managed and run by volunteers. Their various activities make up the branches of the Bhakti Tree – pure vegetarian and vegan food at their café in Mayfield or at University of Newcastle through the student vegetarian club, yoga, kirtan (mantra-meditation), philosophy discussions, cooking classes, catering etc. A welcoming community, a place to share a meal and make friends!"

"The Bhakti Tree also offers a delightful vegan dining experience. They are committed to helping people from all walks of life. To do this, they promote a healthy diet paired with a healthy lifestyle."