Newcastle, Central Coast and The Hunter Gold Award Winners

Gold Award Winners

Congratulations to the Entertainment™ Gold Award Winners from the 2010 | 2011 edition! These businesses were chosen by the most important critics - their customers.

Fine and Contemporary Dining

  Winners:
Silo Restaurant and Lounge Bar (Newcastle)
The Cellar Restaurant (Hunter Valley)
Onda Restaurant (Central Coast)

Finalists:
Carrington Place
Nor East
Letterbox Restaurant

Cafe and Bistro Dining

Winner:
Grind Coffee

Finalist:

Three Bean Espresso
Longbench on Darby
Hughzies Lakeside Brasserie

Casual Restaurant and Family Dining

Winner:
Hog's Breath Cafe

Finalists:

Hippo Espresso
Mary Ellen

Informal Dining and Takeaway

Winner:
Grill'd

Finalists:
Subway
Oporto

Arts, Sports and Attractions

Hunter Valley Gardense Winner:
Hunter Valley Gardens

Finalists:
Newcastle Knights
Hunter Valley Ice Skating Stadium

Hall of Fame

Congratulations to the Entertainment™ Hall of Fame Winners! These restaurants have won at least three Entertainment™ Gold Awards, and represent the best in their field.

Fine Dining

Amanda's on the Edge Amandas offers an outstanding combination of International and Modern Australian cuisine, with breathtaking panoramic views from every table. Dine alfresco in the warmer months or by the fire in winter. Make Amandas on the Edge your next culinary adventure. Licensed or BYO. Open for lunch Friday to Monday and dinner 7 nights, with a two course minimum Saturday nights. Amanda's on the Edge 

Situated in Beaumont Street, the centre of Hamilton’s restaurant area, you will find Café De Beaumont. Serving modern Australian cuisine, Café De Beaumont is a long established restaurant catering for all your dining needs in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with a reputation for excellent service, food and the best coffee in Newcastle. Awarded the coveted Entertainment™ Hall of Fame award. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch and dinner. Fully licensed. 

  Experience the stylish, yet relaxed, atmosphere that is The Point. Serving innovative cuisine with an emphasis on seafood, The Point is a complete dining experience with outstanding service. Enjoy a glass of wine from the impressive wine list, or sit on the balcony sipping a cocktail, taking in the magnificent sunsets. This is an impeccable venue that caters for the intimate dinner through to larger party bookings, including wedding functions and conference packages. Awarded ‘Best Seafood Restaurant’ by Hunter/Port Stephens RCA.  

Café and Bistro Dining

Queens Wharf Brewery The Queens Wharf Brewery Bites has a fantastic seasonally changing menu, offering a variety of fresh seafood, steaks and gourmet pizzas, along with a slight twist on your pub favourites. Relax indoors or enjoy the waterside atmosphere alfresco on the balcony or wharf area. The perfect place for a light lunch, corporate luncheon or dinner with friends. Lunch menu from 11am to 6pm. Dinner menu from 6pm to 9pm, 7 days. 

Newport Arms Garden Bistro is Australia’s largest waterfront beergarden. Spectacular Pittwater and National Park views. Three kids’ playgrounds. Scenic drive only 40 minutes from the Sydney CBD. An area landmark since 1880. Alfresco dining for casual meals. Sydney’s largest outdoor pub cinema. Undercover parking. Motel-style accommodation. Entertainment™ Book Hall of Fame Winner 2001-2011. See the website for a full menu.