#1
humbug wine + pasta
Read 586 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
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2026 rankings NSW
22 Best Restaurants
in Newcastle
Compare the top 22 restaurants in Newcastle, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 28 September 2026 · 18,259 reported Google reviews across 22 businesses
See the 22 listings ↓Top 22 Restaurants in Newcastle, NSW
1–22 of 22The shortlist
Based on records collected 28 September 2026, humbug wine + pasta (4.8 stars from 586 Google reviews), Lock's Paddock (4.8 stars from 401 Google reviews) and CorEat (4.8 stars from 299 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Newcastle restaurants ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Lock's Paddock
Read 401 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#3
CorEat
Read 299 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#4
Una Volta
Read 227 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#5
Light Years - Newcastle
Read 1,653 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#6
OHMYPAPA
Read 887 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#7
The Falcon Restaurant
Read 630 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#8
MIINE
Read 311 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#9
Rustica Newcastle Beach
Read 1,927 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#10
Signal Box Newcastle
Read 1,437 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#11
Autumn Rooms
Read 959 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#12
Bocados Spanish Kitchen
Read 902 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#13
Bartholomew's
Read 782 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#14
MEET
Read 1,325 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#15
Nagisa
Read 1,238 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#16
Roundhouse
Read 971 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#17
Osteria Papazzo, Caffe' Cucina & Vino
Read 181 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#18
The Dockyard
Read 969 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#19
Bistro Penny
Read 286 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
8/10 Bolton St, Newcastle New South Wales 2300
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St Lucia Dining
Read 112 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#21
Scratchleys on the Wharf
Read 2,009 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#22
Jana Restaurant & Bar
Read 167 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
Showing 22 of 22 businesses. This ranking covers our Newcastle listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about restaurants in Newcastle
LocalLocal's Newcastle capture includes 22 restaurants with 18,259 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.6 stars, backed by a median of 834.5 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
Read the scoring method →Before you choose.
Questions about restaurants in Newcastle and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Newcastle restaurants ranking?
Based on records collected 28 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are humbug wine + pasta (4.8 stars from 586 Google reviews); Lock's Paddock (4.8 stars from 401 Google reviews); CorEat (4.8 stars from 299 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are restaurants in Newcastle ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for restaurants in Newcastle?
The 22 restaurants captured for Newcastle hold 18,259 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.6 stars and the median review count is 834.5. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 28 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.