This April, Newcastle becomes a playground for food lovers, a city-wide invitation to feast, sip, and celebrate the best of its ever-evolving dining scene. Whether you’re a local or making the trip from Sydney, Melbourne, or beyond, there’s no better time to experience the flavours, creativity, and hospitality that make Newcastle a must-visit destination.
Where to Eat
Newcastle’s food scene? It’s having a moment. From hatted fine diners to bold new openings, the city’s chefs are pushing boundaries and serving up dishes worth travelling for. The Flotilla and HUMBUG are leading the charge, plating up refined, produce-driven menus that demand a booking well in advance. Over at The Grand Hotel and The Royal Oak, history meets innovation, as these iconic venues reinvent themselves with modern menus and polished spaces. And then there’s Frenchie Carrington—a vibrant newcomer blending Parisian charm with a relaxed, Newcastle edge; and Hunter Street’s newest addition, Roxanne–that brings inspiration from Melbourne’s buzzing bar scene, offering up both exceptional cocktails and unique food.
Want to know where to eat this April? Our Feature Events and $30 meal + beverage Plate Dates, presented by First Creek Wines lineups have you covered. Get in quick.
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Where to Drink
Cocktail fiends, craft beer buffs, and wine lovers, we’ve got you covered. Sip a small-batch gin and house-made tonic at Earp Distilling Co., kick back with a Negroni at Bar Mellow, or explore the art of mixology at Closed Bar and Bartholomew’s. If hops are your thing, pull up a seat at FogHorn Brewery—where local brews meet a buzzing crowd.
Where to Stay: Crystalbrook Kingsley
Because after all that eating and drinking, you’ll need a place to rest your head. Enter Crystalbrook Kingsley’s Foodie Sleepover package—your golden ticket to a luxe stay with all the trimmings. We’re talking 15% off the best rate, two cocktails from Earp Distilling Co. on arrival, a DIY gilda kit from Arno Del, and a bottle of First Creek ‘Botanica’ sparkling wine to top it all off. Want more? Add a degustation dinner, an Icky Sticky High Tea, or a bottomless buffet brunch to your stay.
Available this April from $329 per night. Or, snag 10% off stays all month with the code NFM10.
Book your stay here.
For more details on accommodation options and tourism information, head to Visit Newcastle’s website here.
Getting Here
Flying in? Newcastle Airport makes it easy, with direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, and beyond. Once you land, it’s just a quick 30-minute drive into the heart of the action.
Ready to Feast?
Newcastle Food Month is the ultimate excuse to eat, sip, and stay in one of Australia’s most exciting food cities. So, book your Foodie Sleepover, get those Feature Event tickets, circle and cross off your Plate Dates to do throughout the month, and let the feasting begin!
Visit our website for more information about Newcastle Food Month 2025.
Author: Renae Dawson