Best Shopping Malls in Pokolbin Area

"This popular shopping centre first opened its doors back in 1979. In this nine-hectare area you will find over 300 stores and services. Surely, you will find everything you need in this city’s major regional shopping centre."

"You will find over 60 eateries and retailers in this top-notch mall. They also have a fully-stocked grocery store, personal care services, and casual dining options that you will surely enjoy. Moreover, Jesmond Central offers a variety of special discounts, especially for students."

"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."

"This well-known city booze spot offers pub food, live sports on big screens, live music on the weekends and weeknight fun such as trivia, rock’n’roll bingo and stand-up comedy nights. Try to get one of the tables on the outdoor balcony overlooking the busy street and get something delicious from their extensive menu."

"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"

"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."

"You can’t have a discussion about cakes in Newcastle without mentioning this ubiquitous New Lambton spot so it makes sense that they would make this list. These guys have been serving up sweet treats to Newcastle confection enthusiasts for the past 25 years and have definitely come close to perfecting the art in that time. They do a MEAN butter cake, and their Hazlenut Crunch gateaux is absolutely next level."

"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."