Lively, spacious and easy for groups, Lovedale Bar + Grill is the Hunter Valley’s go-to for casual eats, local beer paddles and live music on weekend nights. Set within Rydges Resort Hunter Valley, it blends an indoor bar, open kitchen and a big beer-garden so you can roll in after tastings, golf or a day at the Hunter Valley Gardens. Expect classics done right—from burgers, pizzas and schnitties to salads and steaks—with kids’ options and plenty for sharing.
A major draw is the on-site Sydney Brewery Hunter Valley: four serving vessels pipe fresh beer straight to the bar, so tasting paddles are a natural first order. Cider and seasonal brews rotate alongside the core range, and the wine list showcases local Hunter producers.
Why go: daily service for lunch and dinner; relaxed, family-friendly vibe; and live local musicians every Friday and Saturday evening—ideal for a no-fuss night out that still feels like a Hunter experience.
What to expect
- Menu style: crowd-pleasing pub-bistro favourites—starters to share, pizzas, burgers, schnitzels, salads and grilled steaks. Veggie options appear seasonally.
- Drinks: Sydney Brewery paddles, tap beers and ciders poured direct from the brewery; Hunter Valley wines by the glass and bottle.
- Vibe: big indoor bar, alfresco beer garden, TV screens for sports, and live music on weekends.
Plan your visit
- Address: 430 Wine Country Drive, Lovedale NSW 2325 (inside Rydges Resort).
- Phone: (02) 4991 0947.
- Hours: Lunch daily 11:00–17:00; Dinner daily 17:00–21:00; Drinks daily from 10:00 (to ~22:30). Book ahead on concert weekends and school holidays.
Pair your Hunter Valley day
Grab morning tastings around Lovedale, enjoy a late lunch at Lovedale Bar + Grill, then wander across to Sydney Brewery Hunter Valley for a closer look—or time your visit for the Friday/Saturday live music and make it your easy night out before heading back to your deck at The Vintry.
Quick facts (sidebar ready)
- Venue: Lovedale Bar + Grill (Rydges Resort Hunter Valley)
- Style: Casual Modern Australian; families, couples, groups.
- Signature move: Beer paddles direct from Sydney Brewery Hunter Valley.
- Live music: Fri & Sat evenings.
- Bookings: Recommended for peak times and large groups.