There are a number of dining options in Wollombi. Further afield are Cessnock, Broke and the main vineyard district, which have a greater choice of restaurants and cafes.
Evening meals are available midweek from The Gate Cafe - from Monday to Thursday this is by reservation only - please book at least 24 hours in advance.
Alternatively, you can pre-order a BBQ dinner hamper.
Cafe Wollombi
Real home cooking - hearty lunches and big breakfasts. Opposite the General Store in the Wollombi village.
Phone: 4998-3220
The Gate Cafe
Linger over leisurely lunches or enjoy a sophisticated dinner in the conservatory. Casual dining Friday from 6.30pm. Fine dining on Saturday and Sunday evening. Dinner midweek (Monday-Thursday) by reservation only. Lunch Thursday to Monday from midday. A few kilometres out of the village, on Wollombi Road heading towards Cessnock.
Phone: 4998-3377
Panino Gourmet Deli/Caffe'
The best coffee in the district; luscious fresh cakes, pastries and biscuits; freshly baked organic sourdough breads; gourmet sausages, salami, prosciutto etc; smoked salmon; cheeses; meat pies; gourmet frozen meals; home made soup of the day eat in or take away; and many other delicacies.
Panino Restaurant
Delicious Italian style food in the heart of the village. Licensed and BYO.
Located at the Grays Inn in the Wollombi village.
Phone: 4998-3403
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Shea’s @ Wollombi
Delicious country fare. Sit outside on the verandah and watch the world go past, or relax inside next to the open fire. Next to the General Store in the Wollombi village.
Phone: 4998-3137
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Wollombi Tavern
Home of Dr Jurd’s Jungle Juice, the Tavern is a friendly and interesting spot to stop for a snack or meal in the dining room or on the verandah - or enjoy a picnic on the lawn.
Phone: 4998-3261
You will be collected from your accommodation in a luxury 4WD vehicle and welcomed on board with a crisp glass of locally made sparkling wine. Visit 4 of Wine Countries most superb winery restaurants and be served up to 7 courses matched with superb local wines, before being returned to your accommodation. The Progressive Winemakers Lunch is an ideal and fun way to acquaint yourselves with some of the great restaurants and wineries in the Hunter Valley.
Check the website for HOT DEALS for last minute bookings and midweek specials.
Cost: $205 per person (Prices are subject to change without notice)
Phone: 0414 316 859
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