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Restaurant
Our Crooked River award-winning restaurant provides an ideal setting for both special occasions and casual dining, featuring outstanding service, panoramic vineyard views, and a fresh, delicious menu crafted by Head Chef Dane Tobias and his executive team.
The Venue
Located in a prime location with stunning views, our venue blends contemporary style with timeless elegance, providing the ideal backdrop for both special occasions and everyday dining. From intimate lunch or dinners to large-scale events, we offer customised solutions to meet every need.
STARTERS | |
Local farmhouse bread, native dukkah, olive oil (gfo) | $6/person |
South Coast oysters (Merimbula) (gf/df) *Australian green apple & yuzu granita *Native finger lime mignonette *natural with lemon | $5 each $55/dozen |
Shark Bay scallops in shell, vanilla bean, vermouth vinaigrette (gf/df) | $10 each |
Native salt bush & pepper berry squid, tomato chilli jam, lemon aioli (gf/df) | $18 |
Parmesan polenta chips, smoked truffle aioli (gf) | $18 |
Crispy zucchini flowers, estate truffle honey, chilli pecorino (gf/dfo/vegan opt) – Market availability | $23 |
Moreton Bay bug roll, fennel slaw, tobiko roe (df) | $26 |
ENTREE | |
Smoked rainbow trout on cassava, caviar, lemon pearls (gf) Suggested wine pairing: 2021 Sémillon | $22 |
Confit pork belly, pea velouté, nduja, smoked paperbark olive oil (gfo/df) Suggested wine pairing: 2022 Chardonnay | $28 |
Heirloom beetroots, goats curd, orange, hazelnuts, lemon balsamic (gf/dfo) Suggested wine pairing: 2021 Chambourcin | $26 |
Mooloolaba prawns, harissa butter, charred leek, macadamia crumb (gf) Suggested wine pairing: 2024 Gewürztraminer | $38 |
MAIN | |
Australian market fish, lemon burnt butter, fennel, seablite (gf/dfo) Suggested wine pairing: 2022 Chardonnay | $40 |
Free range spiced chicken, charred lemon, herb oil (gf/df) Suggested wine pairing: Estate White | $39 |
Chilli king prawn linguine, cherry tomatoes, fine herbs, pangrattato (gfo) Suggested wine pairing: 2024 Rosé | $42 |
Heirloom cauliflower, corn custard, smoked almonds, jalapenos (gf/vegan) Suggested wine pairing: 2020 Riesling | $36 |
Southern Highlands angus eye fillet served med-rare, eschalot gel, tarragon butter, peppercorn jus (gf/dfo) Suggested wine pairing: 2018 Shiraz BT | $48 |
CHEF’S SIGNATURE DISH | |
18 hour slow cooked braised beef cheek, cooked in a master stock of black pepper, vanilla bean, ginger, parsnip puree, green papaya, fragrant herbs, Sichuan aioli, macadamia (gf/dfo) | $58 |
SHARE PLATTERS (for 2) Tasmanian house smoked ocean trout, whipped horseradish crème, dill pickled cucumber, rocket & fennel salad (gf/dfo) |
$120 |
Bourbon glazed short rib, cajun fried wings, polenta chips, tangy slaw, house made ranch | $110 |
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SIDES | |
Roasted zucchini, coconut labneh, za’atar (gf/df) | $15 |
Paris mash (gf) | $15 |
Shoestring fries, rosemary salt, lemon aioli (gf/df) | $12 |
Rocket salad, pear, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, parmesan, balsamic (gf/dfo) | $15 |
DESSERT | |
White chocolate & cranberry blondie, coconut miso caramel, vanilla ice cream | $18 |
Tiramisu, mascarpone, hazelnut and truffle gravel | $18 |
Affogato, vanilla bean ice cream, espresso, sesame snaps, Frangelico (gf) | $18 |
Maffra mature cheddar, pickled apples, macerated plums, charcoal lavosh (gfo) | $18 |
South Coast cheese (for 2), binnorie brie, maffra cheddar, quince jam, lavosh (gfo) | $28 |
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CHILDREN’S MEALS | |
Cheeseburger, fries (gfo) | $16 |
Battered flathead, fries, aioli | $16 |
Napoli pasta, parmesan cheese (gfo) | $16 |
Chicken nuggets, fries, tomato sauce | $16 |
CHILDREN’S DESSERT | |
Waffle, maple syrup, vanilla bean ice cream | $10 |
Restaurant Menu
Wed-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm | Sat 11:00am-2:30pm | Dinner Fri-Sat from 6:00pm | Sun 11:00am-2:30pm
Please advise our waitstaff of any dietary requirements or food allergies
Menu subject to change |1.5% card transaction fee | Sunday surcharge applies
$89 PER PERSON (Designed to share) |
ON ARRIVAL |
Local farmhouse bread, cultured butter |
Antipasto, mortadella, prosciutto, bresaola, olive, artichoke, roasted capsicum, feta, avocado dip, maffra cheddar, piccalilli, wild rocket (gfo/dfo) |
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ENTRÉE |
Confit pork belly, pea velouté, nduja, smoked paperbark olive oil (gf/df) |
Crooked river market crudo, please ask waiter (gf/df) |
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MAIN |
Tasmanian house smoked ocean trout, whipped horseradish crème, dill pickled cucumber, rocket & radicchio salad (gf/dfo) |
Smoked brisket, truffle butter, caramelized onion (gf/dfo) |
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SIDES |
Roasted zucchini, coconut labneh, za’atar (gf/df/vegan) |
Rocket salad, pear, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, parmesan, balsamic (gf/dfo) |
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DESSERT (additional $10 per person) |
White chocolate & cranberry blondie, coconut miso caramel, vanilla ice cream |
Tiramisu, mascarpone, hazelnut & truffle gravel |
Maffra mature cheddar, pickled apples, macerated plums, charcoal lavosh (gfo) |
Vegetarians & vegans can be catered to individually – please advise 1 week prior to your booking date |
Group “feed-me” menu
Compulsory for all groups of 11 adults or more (Midweek for groups exceeding 15 adults)
Children order from children’s menu on the day
Please advise our waitstaff of any dietary requirements or food allergies
Communal sharing platters | Menu subject to change | Select standard menu OR vegetarian menu
1.5% Card transaction fee applies | Sunday surcharge applies
$160 PER PERSON (Designed to share) |
ON ARRIVAL |
Local farmhouse bread, cultured butter |
Antipasto, mortadella, prosciutto, bresaola, olive, artichoke, roasted capsicum, feta, avocado dip, maffra cheddar, piccalilli, wild rocket (gfo/dfo) |
South Coast oysters (Merimbula) (gf/df) |
*Australian green apple & yuzu granita |
*Native finger lime mignonette |
*Natural with lemon
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COURSE 1 |
Beef carpaccio, fried capers, parmean, rocket &dijon mustard dressing (gf/dfo) |
Shark bay scallops in shell, vanilla bean, vermouth vinaigrette (gf/df) |
Moreton Bay bug roll, fennel slaw, tobiko roe (gfo/df)
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COURSE 2 |
Crispy zucchini flowers, estate truffle honey, chilli pecorino (gf/dfo) |
Mooloolaba prawns, harissa butter, charred leek, macadamia crumb (gf/df)
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COURSE 3 |
Free range spiced chicken, charred lemon, fines herb oil (gf/df) |
Southern Highlands angus eye fillet served med-rare, malt wine onions, tarragon butter, peppercorn jus (gf/dfo)
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SIDES |
Roasted zucchini, coconut labneh, za’atar (gf/df/vegan) |
Purple witlof & beetroot salad, orange, hazelnuts, goats curd, lemon balsamic (gf/dfo)
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COURSE 4 – DESSERT (additional $10 per person) |
White chocolate & cranberry blondie, coconut miso caramel, vanilla bean ice cream |
Tiramisu, mascarpone, hazelnut & truffle gravel |
Maffra mature cheddar, pickled apples, macerated plums, charcoal lavosh (gfo) |
4 Course Group Booking Menu
Min 10 adults | Children order from children’s menu on the day
Please advise our waitstaff of any dietary requirements or food allergies
Communal sharing | Menu subject to change | 1.5% Card transaction fee | Sunday surcharge applies
Wine & Drinks List
WHITE WINE
Estate White 2023
Glass $15 Bottle $42
Glass $15 Bottle $42
Verdelho 2024
Glass $15 Bottle $42
Sauvignon Blanc 2021
Glass $15 Bottle $42
Pinot Grigio 2024
Glass $15 Bottle $42
Semillon 2021
Glass $17 Bottle $48
Chardonnay 2022
Glass $17 Bottle $48
Savagnin 2021
Glass $18 Bottle $52
Riesling 2020
Glass $18 Bottle $52
ROSÉ WINE
Rosé 2024
Glass $15 Bottle $42
RED WINE
Shiraz 2021
Glass $16 Bottle $42
Chambourcin 2021
Glass $16 Bottle $42
Ruby Red
Glass $16 Bottle $42
Hilltops Shiraz 2021
Glass $16 Bottle $48
Saddleback Mountain Red 2022
Glass $18 Bottle $58
Illawarra Flame 2021
Glass $18 Bottle $58
CELLARED WINE
Cabernet Sauvignon BT 2021
Glass $20 Bottle $65
Shiraz BT 2018
Glass $20 Bottle $65
Chambourcin 2016
Bottle $70
Illawarra Flame Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Bottle $70
Premium Range Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
Bottle $85
SPARKLING WINE
Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir
Glass $18 | Bottle $58
CRW HAND CRAFTED DRAUGHT BEER
Crooked River Estate Lager $12
Crooked River Estate Pale Ale $12
Stoic Brewery XPA $12
Crooked River Estate Hazy Pale $15
Crooked River Estate Ginger Beer $15
CRAFT BEER
Young Henry’s Natural Lager $12
Young Henry’s Newtowner Pale Ale $12
Young Henry’s Cloudy Cider $12
Carlton Dry $11
Hahn Light $9
Peroni Zero $9
COCKTAILS
Aperol Spritz $20
Cosmopolitan $22
Mojito $23
Margarita $24
Espresso Martini $24
Amaretto Sour $25
Negroni $25
Old Fashioned $25
STANDARD SPIRITS
$14
Smirnoff Vodka
Johnny Walker Red Label
Jack Daniels Bourbon
Jameson Whiskey
Bacardi Rum
Gordons Gin
Henessy VS Cognac
Archie Rose Gin
Kracken Spiced Rum
Opening Hours
LUNCH
Wednesday to Friday 11:30am until 5pm.
Saturday 11:00am until 5pm.
Sunday 11.00am until 5pm.
Last Lunch booking, 2:30pm.
Sunday surcharge may apply.
DINNER
Friday and Saturday 6pm until 10pm.
Last Dinner booking, 7:30pm.
LOCALS RECEIVE 10% OFF DINING
UPCOMING EVENTS
Live music 2:00pm – 5:00pm on the hill
Saturday December, 7th James Burton
Sunday December, 8th Tayah Larsen
Sunday December, 15th Matt Dundas
Saturday December, 21st Tayah Larsen
Saturday December, 21st Christmas Dinner Event
Sunday December, 22nd DJ Sam Francisco
CHRISTMAS DAY & BOXING DAY CLOSED
Saturday December, 28th Darcey Gervaise
Sunday December, 29th DJ Sam Francisco
NEW YEARS DAY Wednesday January, 1st 2025 TROMBONETONE
Make a booking
Call (02) 4234 0975 or book online below.
All restaurant bookings are warmly welcomed inside our charming building. We take pride in being a family-friendly venue, and we encourage parents to keep a watchful eye on their children as we are a working vineyard.
We’re also happy to be a dog-friendly venue! While we kindly ask that dogs remain outside the restaurant and cellar door, please ensure they are leashed and well-cared for. We appreciate your help in keeping our space clean and enjoyable for everyone.
Reviews
Rabbit terrine and arancini balls for entrees were divine. The steak was the best I have had that I can remember. The jus was so punchy and I just wanted to pick my plate up and lick it. The confit duck was beautiful as well. Dessert... yum yum yum sticky toffee pudding and the soufflé were so so good. I can't rave enough about the food and service. Try it – you wont be disappointed!
– Kerry
Great food, great service, great views. Had a family party here with 15 people. The services and quality of food were exceptional. Highly recommend.
– Melanie
Fabulous location. Mountains, sea and winery scenario. Felt like I was in Tuscany.
– Mario
I came here with my parents that are from Tasmania! Wine capital of Australia! It was fantastic! Definitely didn’t disappoint.
– Lisa
I pass this place nearly every day whilst at work and don't take much notice of it sat there on the hill. What a mistake, it has got a magnificent view from the restaurant over the vineyards that places in the Hunter could only dream of, with top quality food to match. What I like most about it though is that the pricing is so easy. Two courses for one price or three courses for another which makes it so much easier if you're in a group. The food was amazing and the service great by very friendly staff. Definitely worth getting off the highway for.
– Richard
What an incredible evening we had. The menu was well planned and the wines perfectly matched. It was a classic degustation of sampling which meant that we were then able to purchase wine for the table which we had enjoyed. Even though I have frequented the Cellar Door many times and am a fan of the wines it was wonderful to be able to experience them with food which best compliments them. Well done Crooked River Winery for keeping it classy. Very much looking forward to the next degustation evening.
– Maree
Good food, great views and impeccable service are what I normally look for when dining at a beautiful vineyard like this. I am not one to gloat and rave on about how good my experience was, but I truly feel that the team here at this excellent winery deserves nothing but a true and honest review. Compliments to the chef and helpful staff behind the bar.
– Abby
Greeted by friendly and attentive staff at the restaurant. Pork belly and lamb shanks - yum. Excellent chardonnay and cab sav. The cellar door offered tastings of the wine we wanted and we had a good discussion with the owner. A very good find and would go back there again.
– John
This is a fabulous winery offering the most beautiful view of rolling vineyards of the Crooked River Winery Estate. There is a great restaurant on site and live bands are a regular here. Wines are great and Uncle Joe's beers are fantastic too.
– Jenny
What an amazing place - incredible views of the mountains and vines with lovely large glass windows in the restaurant. The food was cooked beautifully had the duck and enjoyed a nice bottle of Crooked River Sauv Blanc. Service was fantastic, would highly recommend. A bit noisy when there are lots of people but still definitely worth visiting.
– Pauline
Harry & Jess
We had such an overwhelmingly positive experience with Rachel and the venue generally, we absolutely couldn't fault it. Rachel was helpful through the whole process, quick to respond, approachable & so accommodating with everything we wanted. All our guests said the staff were amazing on the day - the food was incredible, the bar service was quick and easy, and the staff were all lovely. I've had multiple guests who have worked in weddings themselves over the years say they thought the service was outstanding.
- Harry & Jess