Planning a big day of wine tasting and vineyard visiting in Lovedale? Well here is your go-to guide of where to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner, there's something to satisfy your hangry urges.

Leaves & Fishes

Here the atmosphere is chilled and the service and food are always amazing, no matter when you go or what you choose from the menu! Set on a sprawling 25-acre property in Lovedale, Leaves & Fishes is quite an institution. The menu has a definite Asian twist to it, like the buttermilk fried chicken tenders served with roti bread, lime, and gochujang mayo. So too, the baked half-shell Tasmanian scallops are complete with a caramelised soy, chilli, garlic, and shallot sauce.
Where: 737 Lovedale Road
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Wandin Kitchen

Set within the grounds of Wandin Estate, Wandin Kitchen offers a seasonal breakfast and lunch menu featuring locally sourced produce supported by their thriving kitchen garden. For breakfast, you can’t go past the croque monsieur with ham Dijon mustard, bechamel sauce, gruyere cheese on sourdough, or the cassoulet beans, beans, speck, chorizo smokey chilli tomato stew served with a poached egg and Binnorie feta.

For lunch, we recommend opting for the Chef’s Tasting Plate where you get to try a selection of four items, a sure-fire way to send your tastebuds on a culinary journey like the togarashi tempura king prawns with black garlic mayonnaise to the twice-cooked pork belly with macadamia cream.
Where: 12 Wilderness Road
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Mockingbird Hunter Valley

If breakfast is your number one meal of the day, and what gets you jumping out of bed in the morning, then the word Mockingbird will be a familiar one. Since 2017 the Hamilton Mockingbird team has consistently delivered breakfast loyalists their morning fav’s, right alongside an always original lineup of brekky flavours.

The lush sprawling lawn and views of the Broken Back Range provide guests with a peaceful and leisurely atmosphere "What we’ve done with the menu is combine the styles we like to eat and drink, that being Middle Eastern and South-East Asian flavours, and have then created dishes in our share plate style,” owner James explains.
Where: 477 Lovedale Road
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Emerson’s Restaurant

Situated amongst Adina Vineyard, sits what we believe to be the Hunter Valley’s most underrated restaurant, Emerson’s. Brought to us by Chef Emerson Rodriguez, Emerson’s offers diners a truly unique and amazing, yet relaxed dining experience that will keep you returning time and time again. The menu features a range of share plates and individual meals, each and every dish is elegant and fresh.

The spiced and roasted cauliflower side topped with Binnorie feta and toasted seeds is out of this world good. The incredibly humble yet ever-so-tasty and memorable venue that is Emerson’s Restaurant is an absolute must for any who considers themselves a foodie.
Where: 492 Lovedale Road
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Binnorie Dairy

If you’re in the mood for a cheeseboard then Binnorie is the place to go. Their brand new spacious cheese making and tasting premises now offers more than just cheese, there’s coffee and an extended menu, that includes a range of meats and desserts, liquor license, and that beautiful bench seating that allows you to relax whilst you soak up the Hunter Valley views and delicious wine.
Where: 25 Lodge Road
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Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley

Lovedale Bar & Restaurant
If you’re after a casual bite to eat, head to the Lovedale Bar & Restaurant. Located on the ground floor of the Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley, with views of the pool, this popular casual dining spot has a huge selection of tasty bistro-style fair. The bar serves wine aplenty and beer and cider from the Sydney Brewery Hunter Valley, which is conveniently located just next door. Did I mention they also have espresso martinis on tap?
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Redsalt Restaurant
The Crowne’s signature restaurant, Redsalt, located on Level 2 is the place to go for that special meal. Expect delicious modern Australian fare made with fresh seasonal ingredients and locally sourced produce. Redsalt Restaurant  also offers kids dinner meals and is open for breakfast.
Where: Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley, 430 Wine Country Dr
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Lillino’s Bar and Trattoria

For dinner, it's authentic Italian! When owner Luigi first opened the doors to Lillino's Bar & Trattoria in June 2011 his goal was to introduce to the Hunter Valley the true flavours of Sardinia and Italy. Luigi works with as much local produce as possible while also importing the finest ingredients from Italy, like Prosciutto di Parma, mozzarella, parmesan and pizza flour directly from Napoli to ensure as authentic a dining experience as possible.

Situated above St Clements Estate, the restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows allow for spectacular views together with a casual yet cosy atmosphere.
Where: 136 Talga Road
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Lovedale Smokehouse Café

Looking for somewhere casual that can accommodate the family, including the dog? Then Lovedale Smokehouse Café is the spot. Specialising in both charcuterie and Low 'n Slow barbecue such as ribs and brisket, this restaurant exudes a relaxed vibe with ample outdoor seating in their covered courtyard, along with acres of grassland, perfect for picnics and letting the kids run wild.
Where: 64 Majors Lane
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The Deck Café

Located in the heart of Lovedale, The Deck Cafe has been serving up delicious and hearty meals since its inception in 2013. Chef Matt Dillow has created a crowd-pleaser breakfast menu that includes everything from housemade banana bread to the slightly indulgent Hangover Roll that’s loaded with fried eggs, American streaky bacon, cheddar, hash brown, haloumi and a whole lot more. The Deck has taken full advantage of its spacious setting with every seat in the house overlooking the property's dam.
Where: 701 Lovedale Road
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