
Autumn Rooms
A fine dining café on Darby Street for nearly 8 years, featuring seasonal menus made with care, table service, and bottomless brunch on Saturdays.
127 Darby Street, Newcastle NSW 2300
View profileA craft beer destination with a local family business ethos. 30+ years of hospitality expertise, 20 rotating craft beer taps, and a food menu paired to complement the beers.
The Hop Factory is a destination for craft beer lovers. With 20 taps rotating through Australian and international beers, there’s always something new to try alongside a well-considered food menu designed to complement the range on offer.
The business has 30-plus years of hospitality expertise behind it and remains a family-run operation - a rarity in the craft beer space. The focus on pairing food with specific beers elevates it beyond a standard pub experience.
Function facilities make it a popular choice for private events and celebrations.
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