Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
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Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Italian / European. Wine strengths: Australia.
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- Address
- 185 Hunter St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
- Phone
- +61 2 6396 4000
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–8:30 PMSun 11:30 AM–3 PM
- Website
- janarestaurantandbar.com.au
- Directions
- Get directions
- Booking
- Book on SevenRooms
The menu
What to order
- Housemade pasta
- Hunter Valley wine pairings
- Truffled seasonal dishes
- Bone-in rib eye
- Seafood mains
Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Italian / European. Wine strengths: Australia.
Recognition history
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Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
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Details
- Elegant
- Modern
- Sophisticated
- Cozy
- Business Dinner
- Group Dining
- Celebration
- Private Event
- After Work
- Standalone
- Private Dining
- Hotel Restaurant
- Design Destination
- Beer Program
- Local Sourcing
- Waterfront
- A La Carte
- Set Menu
- Wine
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Polished and elegant, with a neighborhood-favourite feel; the setting is described as chic and heritage-listed, with an atmosphere suited to leisurely dining and wine-led gatherings.