Ridgeview Restaurant

4.9

123 Reviews

$41 to $100

Contemporary Italian

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2 people

28 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

RidgeView showcases a modern Italian menu with a seasonal focus on fresh and local produce. Utilising native ingredients and estate grown organic produces from the kitchen garden, we have developed a menu which brings the unique flavours of our region to the table. Whether it's a relaxed long lunch overlooking the vineyards or an intimate dinner you will leave with a lasting impression. Located just fifteen minutes north of the Hunter Valley gardens, RidgeView offers a relaxed alfresco experience in the heart of the valley.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Thu 12:00–14:30 Fri, Sat 08:30–19:00 Sun 08:30–14:30
Phone number
(02) 6574 7332
Website
http://www.ridgeview.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
273 Sweetwater Rd, Belford, AU-NSW 2335
Area
Pokolbin
Cross Street
Located at the end of Sweetwater Road, Pokolbin
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Set menu - Two or Three Courses
A$75.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Whether it's a birthday celebration, anniversary or date night our 2 or 3 course menu will ensure you have celebrated with plenty of delicious food! Our menu includes House made focaccia to share, your choice of entrée & main, and a decadent dessert to finish. 2 courses for $75.00, 3 courses for $90.00. Our menu caters for a number of dietary requirements but please ensure you list any in your booking notes!

Ravioli
Ricotta & spinach, brown butter sage sauce, parmesan crisp, warrigal greens. Suggested Pairing: 2019 "Impressions" Chardonnay - $15
Polpo
Braised Fremantle octopus "in umido", crispy chats, olives, caperberry. Suggested Pairing: 2019 Rosé - $12
Gamberi
Grilled Australian king prawns, romesco, rocket & fennel salad. Suggested Pairing: 2020 "Impressions" Semillon - $14
Arancini
Pumpkin & chorizo arancini, smoked paprika aioli, leaves, tomato dust. Suggested Pairing: 2021 Verdelho - $12
Paté
Duck liver paté, house made brioche, pickles, cabernet sauvignon jelly. Suggested Pairing: 2018 Rosé - $12

Mains

Gnocchi
House made potato & wattle seed gnocchi, wild mushroom ragu, feta, truffle oil. Suggested Pairing: 2019 Pinot Gris - $12
Pesce
Market fish of the day, parsley mash, mussels, pipis, saffron cioppino broth. Suggested Pairing: 2020 "Impressions" Semillon - $14
Anatra
Confit duck maryland, polenta chips, honey glazed baby carrot, orange jus. Suggested Pairing: 2019 Chambourcin - $14
Bistecca**
Add $10. Dry aged Hungerford steak, rosti, rocket, reggiano, Cabernet Sauvignon jus, served medium rare. Suggested Pairing: 2018 "Impressions" Shiraz - $16
Agnello
Pukara Estate lamb shoulder medallion, cauliflower puree, garden zucchini, salsa verde. Suggested Pairing: 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon - $15
Ossobuco
Italian style braised veal ossobuco, saffron risotto, gremolata, peperonata, bone marrow. Suggested Pairing: 2020 'Effen Hill' Shiraz - $16

Sides

add $8

Salad
Garden leaves, rocket, pear, macadamia, parmesan, champagne dressing
Chats
White wine confit chats, rosemary, roasted garlic
Seasonal Vegetables
Fresh seasonal garden vegetables

Desserts

Mousse
Dark chocolate mousse, macadamia & chocolate soil, Davidson plum meringue, RidgeView Chambourcin gel. Suggested Pairing: 2007 Fortified Shiraz - $18
Panna Cotta
Strawberry gum panna cotta, RidgeView Rosé jelly, blueberry compote, lemon myrtle tuille. Suggested Pairing: 2018 Late Harvest Viognier - $15
Semifreddo
Torroncino & Botrytis semifreddo, honeycomb, chocolate shard. Suggested Pairing: 2006 Botrytis Semillon - $18
Affogato*
Amaretti, espresso, vanilla bean ice-cream; Add frangelico or baileys $5
Formaggio
Add $8. Selection of local cheeses, crackers & condiments

What 123 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.8Value

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Hunter Region
Most Booked

Review summary

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Ridgeview Restaurant offers an enchanting dining experience nestled among picturesque vineyards. Guests rave about the "superb food," "wonderful service," and "beautiful views." The menu, featuring fresh, locally-sourced produce, delights with Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Attentive staff elevate each visit, making it a "hidden gem" and a must-visit in Hunter Valley.

123 Reviews

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Victoria
Sydney7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, lovely service and a great secret spot in the Hunter. We will be back!
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Lesley
Sydney2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommended. Great food, wonderful service in a beautiful part of the country.
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Kate
Brisbane1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delightful place for a special birthday celebration - thank you! Food was superb, wine was too, and service was just right. A fabulous setting. We'll be back!
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Louise
New South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience at Ridgeview was outstanding. We enjoyed a lovely night with excellent food and service. The view was beautiful from our table
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Paul
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant was prefect for dinner The location was beautiful and the food was great, topped off by wonderful waitresses who were very welcoming and made the experience worthwhile Some little extras were thrown in to try which made it feel special I should also mention the bottle wine prices were so reasonable $25 onwards so very affordable Great night - well done eco Chef and staff
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Bud
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on 30 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing lunch overlooking the vineyard. Food was wonderfully prepared. Choice of champagne and wines was perfect. Service was very attentive. Would highly recommend Harvest at Ridgeview Vineyard.
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Dee
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fresh, delicious food, beautifully prepared and served. My daughter and I enjoyed a magical experience there.
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William
Sydney2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful meal. I will certainly have a return visit
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Rebecca
Canberra1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant and menu using local produce from their garden. Real great wines and wine pairing recommendations for each meal. Will definitely be back.
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Lyndall
Sydney9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food & service as always. Love coming to this superb restaurant each & every time I visit the Hunter Valley. Highly recommend them!!
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Ridgeview Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 123 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

28 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

273 Sweetwater Rd, Belford, AU-NSW 2335

Additional information

Cross Street
Located at the end of Sweetwater Road, Pokolbin
Area
Pokolbin
Hours of Operation
Thu 12:00–14:30 Fri, Sat 08:30–19:00 Sun 08:30–14:30
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ridgeview.com.au/
Phone number
(02) 6574 7332

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Set menu - Two or Three Courses

To Start

House Made Focaccia

Entree

Ravioli

Polpo

Gamberi

Arancini

Paté

Mains

Gnocchi

Pesce

Anatra

Bistecca**

Agnello

Ossobuco

Sides

Salad

Chats

Seasonal Vegetables

Desserts

Mousse

Panna Cotta

Semifreddo

Affogato*

Formaggio

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