LUXE WINE & DINE: Roundhouse at Crystalbrook Kingsley

Fine Dining With A Fabulous View

Roundhouse restaurant is the crowning jewel atop Newcastle’s first five-star hotel, Crystalbrook Kingsley. Step into the lobby, take the elevator to the top floor, and enjoy one of the best panoramic views Newcastle has to offer.

Being welcomed by the accommodating staff and walking into the restaurant feels like stepping into the sky, with views from Newcastle Beach to the Hunter Valley. Airy furniture, a host of greenery and floor-to-ceiling windows create an atmosphere of luxurious simplicity, letting the glorious brutalist architecture speak for itself. Showcasing distinctly modern Australian cuisine, Roundhouse beats the drum for the Hunter region’s abundance of world-class produce. Working in partnership with local artisans, farmers and fisherman, Roundhouse presents pared-back dishes that celebrate the beauty of the ingredients fresh from the earth and sea.

Eighty per cent of the produce at Roundhouse is sourced within a three-hour radius of the hotel, placing it as a leader in sustainable food sourcing and abiding by its ethos of “responsible luxury”.

The wait staff and team are passionate and knowledgeable about the sourcing of their produce.

Whilst enjoying a Coastal Margarita from their extensive cocktail list, one attentive waitress informed that the native plant garnish in the drink was grown and picked just a few minutes away along Bathers Way.

The extensive wine list reveals the incredible breadth of the Hunter region’s wine varietals. Enjoy your fivestar meal with a tipple of a famous Hunter semillon or shiraz, and don’t forget some delicious dessert wine to end the night.

Roundhouse is headed by executive chef, Natalie Bolt, known for her work in the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Thailand. Natalie says: “We have created a menu that celebrates native Australian ingredients and the world-class produce grown in our region. It’s an exciting new chapter for Newcastle and I’m loving working on the ground with incredible producers and providores.”

Roundhouse offers a dining experience Newcastle has not seen before.

During lockdown, Natalie created a tasteful new menu full of beautiful seasonal produce and Australian native ingredients. She continues Roundhouse’s sustainability ethos, working with multiple local suppliers to bring in fresh food, grown locally and without the carbon footprint that comes with long-distance travel requirements. This new menu is one not to be missed. Roundhouse offers a dining experience Newcastle has not seen before. A spectacular venue, a panoramic view of our city, stunning food and a delectable drinks menu make for an unforgettable night.

Whether celebrating a special occasion or just celebrating what our amazing coastal city has to offer, Roundhouse at Crystalbrook Kingsley is the place to do it. Those lucky enough to stay at the hotel also get to enjoy breakfast at Roundhouse – now that is a perfect way to start the day!

For reservations, restaurant hours and to view the full menu visit www.crystalbrookcollection.com/kingsley/roundhouse

WRITTEN BY JACK BAILEY