Cessnock

#30 - Seafood - Cessnock, Pubs, Australian

Cessnock

★ 4.0 / 5 (1499 reviews)

Nestled in a picturesque location, this restaurant has garnered mixed reviews. While some patrons lamented the poor management and disappointing service, others praised the friendly staff and delicious food. The dining experience varies, with highlights including a diverse menu and well-presented dishes. Many diners found value in breakfast offerings, claiming it rivals local competitors. Despite some criticism regarding specific items like flat champagne and small portions, the restaurant's charm and historic ambiance draw visitors back. Overall, it appears to be a hidden gem that warrants a visit for those seeking a pleasant meal in a beautiful setting.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Moe

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★ 4 / 5 from 1499 reviews

Was Clotilde Borer at Cessnock a mag?
I had a wonderful lunch at this restaurant. The menu had numerous options and the food was delicious. The staff was very friendly and provided us with a lot of information about our upcoming visit to the Hunter Valley. View all feedback.

What روشاک مجاهد dislikes about Cessnock:
Second visit to this hotel for lunch. Service was friendly and efficient. Champagne was flat last visit so tried wine which was average for a $9 glass.Food was disappointing. Very small steak for the price. Guiness and beef pie should have been called gravy in a pot, there was nothing solid other than the pie crust across the top but the flavour was pretty good. It's disappointing to rate this pub so poorly because i... View all feedback.

Carmelo

23.12.2022

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Had breakfast there on Saturday morning. Had the place to ourselves. Coffee good, breakfast very good.Service: 4/5 Location: 4/5 …More

Clotilde

23.12.2022

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I had a wonderful lunch at this restaurant. The menu had numerous options and the food was delicious. The staff was very friendly and provided us with a lot of information about our upcoming visit to the Hunter Valley.

Leta

23.12.2022

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This restaurant is poorly managed and has no sense of hospitality. I will not be returning as we had to pay for service that was subpar. The service and location both received a rating of 1 out of 5.

Moe

13.12.2025

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Under new management, so understanding that it's all very new, however, sadly, we did not enjoy. Very extensive menu, but didn't really hit the mark with many items. Pizza seemed like a McCain's frozen badboy, pork belly dry, occy tasted slightly past its used by date. Steak was good, so maybe stick to what they do well until more established?? Happy to try again in future, but might let some time pass first.

Rolling

13.12.2025

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

What an exceptional experience! We took our 3 and 5 year old with us and whilst we were treated to 5 star fine dining, the kids had their own awesome menu as well. The kids steak, chips and salad was the best quality kids meal I've ever seen. We had seared scallops, pork belly, risotto and two amazing desserts. It's the best fine dining we've experienced without needing a babysitter. What an amazing find in our travels.

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