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Feeling peckish friends?! Discover the must-visit restaurants, bars and cafes from around the New England and NSW North Coast.

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The Mandarin

The Mandarin Restaurant has been providing the good folks of Armidale (and beyond!) with classic country Chinese for decades – and boy does it pack a punch.

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Humbug

Stephanie and Michael Portley have created something special with Humbug, Newcastle NSW. Try the Campanelle with king prawns, pork and fennel chilli crunch, with a side of fried broccoli and kimchi vinegar – you won’t be disappointed!

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Walcha Royal Cafe

You can’t miss The Walcha Royal Cafe, just over the bridge on the road to Port Macquarie – the one with motorbikes parked out the front. This iconic Walcha venue serves up great coffee, cakes, slices and biscuits (and more!) seven days a week.

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Rafters Cafe & Grill

Joey and Michelle Arrabal have thrown the doors open to Rafters Cafe & Grill seven days a week to serve up delicious brekkies, burgers, share platters, burgers and more! So pull up a pew, kickback on the couch and enjoy this great regional venue in the heart of Guyra, NSW.

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Cafe Graze

Introducing one of Walcha’s favourite spots to kick back, soak up the sun, savour the coffee and sample a treat (or two!). Pull up a pew inside or out (go with the deck if the sun is shining) and enjoy this gem of a cafe in the heart of Walcha, NSW.

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Petersons Winery

Open for lunch and dinner, wine tastings at the cellar door and cheese and antipasto platters on the breathtakingly beautiful grounds – you’ll be hard pressed finding a more divine venue for your next outing than Petersons Winery Armidale, NSW.

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Tattersalls Hotel

Whether it's a fresh take on a pub classic, or unique dishes dreamed up by their award-winning chef and his team, dining at Tattersalls will be an event to remember.

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Signor Vertelli

Signor Vertelli serves up classic, Napoli-style wood fired pizza five days a week and takes pride in using high-quality ingredients to create delicious and authentic dishes.

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Armidale Gourmet Kitchen

Armidale Gourmet Kitchen brings a taste of Italy to the heart of Armidale. From homemade pasta to risottos, gnocchi to desserts, the menu serves up delicious Italian dishes using on the freshest ingredients. Be transported to the streets of Italy with every bite!

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Azka Wine and Tapas Bar

Searching for an authentic regional dining experience, great wine and next-level service? Welcome to Azka Wine and Tapas Bar, where an extensive menu incorporates ideas and dishes from all over Australia.

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The Bell House Tamworth

Let’s talk brunch at The Bell House! Housed in a church that was built back in the mid 1860s, this must-visit cafe serves up ricotta hotcakes with blueberry compote; breakfast bruschetta with roasted pumpkin, roquette pesto, crumbled feta and blistered cherry tomatoes; avocado smash with black sesame to name just a few of the mouth-watering dishes on the menu.

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Stef Beachstone

Tucked behind the dunes at Sapphire Beach in Coffs Harbour is the new kid on the block – Stef Beachstone. Owner and head chef Stefano Mazzina has been a familiar face on the Coffs Coast food over the past 16 years. Taking his passion for simple Italian food combined with Australian modern classics, Stef has created a relaxed beachside venue with an emphasis on quality food and super customer service – perfect for families and pet owners alike.

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