PLATE DATES

PRESENTED BY FIRST CREEK WINES

One dish. One drink. One very good price. This is Newcastle Food Month at its best.

Plate Dates, presented by First Creek Wines, are Newcastle Food Month at its most irresistible. Throughout April, some of the city’s best restaurants, cafés and pubs are serving up exclusive Plate Dates: a signature dish paired with a drink for $30 — or $25 at some venues. Just an easy way to eat well, often, and all month long.

With more than 70 Plate Dates across the city, this is your chance to revisit favourites, try somewhere new, or finally book that place you’ve been meaning to get to, without committing to a long lunch or a long bill.

Browse the lineup below and plan your Plate Date calendar your way. Filter by venue, meal type (breakfast, lunch, dinner or all-day), location and day of the week, then start booking.

Beverage is selected by the participating venue.
Individual venue terms apply. Public holiday surcharges may apply — check directly with the venue.

Plate Dates at Charlestown Square
Panino & Vino

Panino & Vino

Arno Deli | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Choose any panino from the menu to enjoy with a glass of house wine from our award-winning list for $30

Bookings are not required.

Available for Lunch
Every day

Twirl Into Comfort

Twirl Into Comfort

Bartholomew's | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Wild mushroom & confit chicken tagliatelle, finished with herbed whipped ricotta, pecorino and crushed walnuts, paired with a glass of house wine or a schooner of Good Folk beer.

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Available for Lunch & Dinner
Wednesday & Thursday

Beer and Burger Bliss

Beer and Burger Bliss

Bistro Dalby | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Join us in April for our beer and burger combo! Enjoy our delicious wagyu beef burger on a milk bun with American cheese, pickles, onion ring, house burger sauce and crunchy chips. Wash it down with a house beverage of your choice – Sydney Brewery Beer, house wine or soft drink!

Bookings are not required.

Available for Dinner
Every day

Hand rolled potato Gnocchi W/ North Qld Prawns, chives & hazelnut & Glass of Usher Tinkler Paper Wasp Chardonnay

Hand rolled potato Gnocchi W/ North Qld Prawns, chives & hazelnut & Glass of Usher Tinkler Paper Wasp Chardonnay

Customs House Hotel | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Hand rolled potato Gnocchi W/ North Qld Prawns, chives & hazelnut & Glass of Usher Tinkler Paper Wasp Chardonnay.

Note: Please be aware that the Plate Date details for this dish have been updated since the printing of our brochure. The description above reflects our current seasonal offering.

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Available for Lunch & Dinner
Every day

Kick-ass Steak Sanga

Kick-ass Steak Sanga

Foghorn Brewery | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Locally made toasted sourdough encasing thinly sliced, juicy scotch fillet with in-house made brewer’s malt BBQ sauce and tomato chutney, served with a side of hand-cut onion rings and extra BBQ sauce for dipping. Perfectly paired with a schooner of Foghorn beer (Dark Ale recommended) or a glass of First Creek Pinot Grigio or Pinot Noir.

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Available for All-day
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Nepalese Nights

Nepalese Nights

Great Northern Hotel Newcastle | $$30

Newcastle East, Newcastle East Precinct

Celebrate Nepalese Food Month with a tantalising trio of authentic dishes! Indulge in the bold and vibrant flavours of Nepal paired with a house beer or wine, or soft drink for $30— only in April!

– Jhol Momo (10pcs): Savoury chicken dumplings served in a rich, flavourful tomato-sesame soup.
– Fish Curry: A delicious, aromatic fish curry paired with fragrant basmati rice and crispy pappadam.
– Keema Noodles: A savoury dish of egg noodles tossed with spiced chicken mince, fried egg, soy sauce, and a touch of garlic

Gift cards can be purchased via email or phone through their contact page.

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Available for Dinner
Monday

Oxtail Lasagna & Hunter Pairings

Oxtail Lasagna & Hunter Pairings

Jana QT | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Slow-braised oxtail folded through rich lasagna sheets and perfectly finished. Paired with a glass of Hungerford Hill Pinot Noir or Dalwood Chardonnay.

Only available at Jana Bar.

Bookings are not required.

Available for Lunch & Dinner
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday

Spritz & Supper

Spritz & Supper

Market St Basement | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Live like the Italians and treat yourself to our signature vodka pasta with an Aperol Spritz. Enjoy fresh rigatoni smothered in our house sugo with a dash of cream, chili, garlic, and fresh Grana Padano. Prefer wine? Substitute the Aperol for a glass of Pinot Grigio or Chianti.

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Available for Dinner
Thursday & Sunday

Pizza & Wine Combo

Pizza & Wine Combo

Napoli Centrale | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Indulge in our Bresaola Pizza, featuring a creamy local Fior di Latte base topped with fresh rocket, cured bresaola, shaved parmesan, and a zesty lemon dressing. Perfectly paired with a glass of house red or white wine. A fresh, authentic Italian delight.

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Available for Dinner
Every day

Brunch on a Budget

Brunch on a Budget

Neighbours on Market | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Brunch, lunch, or anything in between. Indulge in our signature Smashed Avo or Big Boss Brekkie Roll, and wash it down with a crisp mimosa or a refreshing cold-pressed juice of your choice.

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Available for Breakfast & Lunch
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Breakfast by the Beach

Breakfast by the Beach

NOAH'S on the Beach | $30

Newcastle East, Newcastle East Precinct

Make mornings memorable this Newcastle Food Month with a Plate Date at NOAH’S. Enjoy our buffet breakfast paired with barista-made coffee for $30, served alongside sweeping ocean views and all your breakfast favourites in one relaxed, indulgent sitting.

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Available for Breakfast
Every day

Gigli and Gris

Gigli and Gris

Rustica Newcastle Beach | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Gigli pasta tossed with mussels, shaved calamari, and cavolo nero in a tomato vodka sauce, finished with pangrattato and served with a glass of Mercer Wines Golden Hour Pinot Gris.

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Available for Lunch
Thursday, Friday & Saturday

Lobster Club Sandwich and the Smallfry Tangerine Dream

Lobster Club Sandwich and the Smallfry Tangerine Dream

Scottie's | $30

Newcastle East, Newcastle East Precinct

Scottie’s Lobster Club Sandwich with hash brown, sambal, pickled red onion, lettuce, and cheese, paired with Smallfry Tangerine Dream.

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Available for Lunch & Dinner
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Gapao Ramen / Sisig Ramen

Gapao Ramen / Sisig Ramen

Susuru | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Susuru is showcasing the talent of its international chefs with two signature ramen creations, paired with  Chefs Akira and Clarice draw on their Thai and Filipino backgrounds to craft bowls that translate traditional flavours into refined, broth-driven ramen. Using technique, memory, and creativity, each dish reflects both the chef’s heritage and Susuru’s ramen philosophy.

Sisig Ramen paired with San Miguel Pale Pilsen
Gapao Ramen paired with Singha Lager
This is what Food Month is about — chefs sharing culture through food and offering diners a deeper connection to the people behind the plate, one carefully composed bowl at a time.
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Available for Lunch & Dinner
Every day

Comfort Meets Craft

Comfort Meets Craft

The Grand Hotel | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Crispy slow-cooked Pork Belly with cider pickled pear, silky carrot puree, farro and cavolo nero enjoyed with a complimentary house wine or Good Folk Beer.

$30 available lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

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Available for Lunch & Dinner
Every day

Slurpppppp Khao Soi Chicken

Slurpppppp Khao Soi Chicken

The Humble Thai | $25

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Northern Thai coconut curry egg noodles with slow-cooked chicken, crispy noodles on top, pickled mustard greens, shallots, lime, and chilli oil. Rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced, served with your choice of soft drink.

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Share & Sip at Signal Box

Share & Sip at Signal Box

The Signal Box | $30

Newcastle, Newcastle East Precinct

Come along and enjoy a delicious share plate and a glass of wine for just $30. One Share Plate and a Glass of wine.

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Available for Lunch
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

PLATE DATES AT PRESENTING PARTNER CHARLESTOWN SQUARE

PRESENTED BY FIRST CREEK WINES

Café Corn Cakes

Café Corn Cakes

Café Fresh | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Sweet corn cakes served with a regular coffee.

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Every day

Laksa Lovers

Laksa Lovers

Dumpling Bar | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Beef, chicken, or veg & tofu laksa noodle soup, served with two pieces of veg or pork spring rolls and one can of Coke, Coke Zero, or lemon squash.

Bookings are not required.

Available for Lunch
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Durk’s Big Breakfast

Durk’s Big Breakfast

Durks Cafe and Eatery | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Durk’s Big Breakfast served with a small coffee (choice of cappuccino, flat white, or latte).

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

The Full Stack

The Full Stack

Grill'd Charlestown | $30

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Any burger, served with snack chips and your choice of a shake or a non-alcoholic drink.

Bookings are not required.

Available for Lunch & Dinner
Every day

Fiesta For One

Fiesta For One

Holey Moley Charlestown | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Duo of Tacos, either chicken or cauliflower, served with regular fries and your choice of beer, wine, or soft drink.

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Every day

Italian Plate & Pour

Italian Plate & Pour

In Forno Charlestown | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

One food option (Spaghetti Carbonara, Spaghetti Bolognese, Margherita Pizza, or Hot Salami Pizza) paired with a glass of house wine or a house beer.

Bookings are not required.

Available for Lunch & Dinner
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

All-Day Breakfast

All-Day Breakfast

Jamaica Blue Charlestown | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

One breakfast main—Eggs Benny or Avocado Smash—with a small hot beverage. Coffee is limited to small size only; upgrades, alternative milks, and extras incur an additional charge.

Not valid with any other offer, discount, or promotion. Available for a limited time at Jamaica Blue Charlestown Square.

Bookings are not required.

Available for Breakfast & Lunch
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Lee’s Feast

Lee’s Feast

Lee's Yum Cha | $30

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Choose two deep-fried vegetable spring rolls or two steamed prawn and coriander spring rolls for entrée, followed by Sweet & Sour Pork or Salt & Pepper Chicken with special fried rice, served with Chinese tea.

Bookings are not required.

Available for Lunch & Dinner
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Panini & Eclair Pair

Panini & Eclair Pair

Pattison's Patisserie Charlestown | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Regular drink served with a tomato and cheese panini and a fresh cream éclair.

Bookings are not required.

Available for Breakfast & Lunch
Every day

Thai Trinity

Thai Trinity

Pinto Thai | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Seafood Pad Thai + 1 Veggie Spring Roll + Thai Milk Tea or Lemon Iced Tea

Bookings are not required.

Available for Lunch
Every day

Family Rascal Meal Deal

Family Rascal Meal Deal

RASCAL Charlestown | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

One cheeseburger, one kids’ burger (choice of chicken, beef, or nuggets), a kids’ shake, and shared fries.

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Every day

Pizza & Drink Combo

Pizza & Drink Combo

Reading Cinemas Charlestown | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

One pizza (choice of Margherita, Pepperoni, Hawaiian, Meatlovers, Supreme, BBQ Pulled Pork, or Chipotle Chicken) with one drink (choice of soft drink, beer, or glass of wine).

Available in the Candy Bar and Gold Lounge with no restrictions on availability.

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Every day

Large Couples Combo + 2 Choctops

Large Couples Combo + 2 Choctops

Reading Cinemas Charlestown | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

One large popcorn, two large drinks, and two Choctops.

Available in the Candy Bar and Gold Lounge with no restrictions on availability.

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Every day

Slice & Sip

Slice & Sip

Strike Bowling Bar | $30

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Standard pizza with pint of beer, wine or soft drink

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Every day

The Morning Wrap

The Morning Wrap

Supreme Espresso | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Breakfast wrap served with a large coffee.

Bookings are not required.

Available for Breakfast
Every day

The 5 Plate Fix

The 5 Plate Fix

Sushi Musa | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Choose one yellow plate, one green plate, one blue plate, one purple plate, and one red plate, served with a bottle of water.

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Every day

Khao Soi Chicken

Khao Soi Chicken

The Grateful Thai | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

Thai coconut curry noodle soup with chicken, crispy noodles, and traditional condiments, served with a can of soft drink.

Bookings are not required.

Available for Lunch & Dinner
Every day

All-In Acai

All-In Acai

Thirsty Monkey | $25

Charlestown, Charlestown Square

One açaí bowl with a drink and a complimentary sauce add-on.

Bookings are not required.

Available for All-day
Every day