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The Happy Wombat
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The Happy Wombat

About The Happy Wombat

At The Happy Wombat, our Restaurant experience in 2/575 Hunter St, NSW brings together fresh flavors, thoughtful service, and a space designed for comfort. Guests appreciate our 4.50 rating across 1689 reviews, along with accessible facilities and standout great service and quality.

★★★★★ 4.50 rating (1689 reviews)
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The Happy Wombat interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

justin jones

justin jones

8 months ago

I have never been to a place that had everyone smiling so much. Food was great Stuff was having fun and smiling Great live music Very busy place and I can see why.

sudip kar

sudip kar

4 months ago

My wife and I wanted a quiet evening together and decided to give this place a try - and we were not disappointed. The folks there were very welcoming, the service was awesome and the food was delicious. We had bruschetta, brie, fish & chips and wine and everything was served hot and fresh. A shout out to the lady (sorry couldn’t get her name) who approached us to help take our photo near the Christmas tree and patiently waited while I fiddled with my selfie timer… haha Thank you guys for making our evening memorable. Cheers

Renae Johnson

Renae Johnson

3 months ago

We had breakfast here about two weeks ago and absolutely loved it. We ordered the Big Breakfast and the chilli scrambled eggs, and both tasted great. The vibe was lovely too, the place has a beautiful interior (books and games lining the shelves) with relaxed background music that made it a really nice place to enjoy breakfast. A special mention to Georgia, who greeted us with a big smile as soon as we walked in, gave us menus, let us know we could sit anywhere, and was friendly and welcoming the whole time we were there. We’d definitely come back!

Ely D

Ely D

4 months ago

Thank you Emma and her team for a beautiful evening for my daughter's graduation. It was truly memorable.

Chloe Jais

Chloe Jais

a year ago

My husband and I ordered our breakfast and didn’t have to wait long for our food to arrive. Coffee was amazing and our food was made with love. My husband ordered steak and eggs and he was not disappointed. Steak was cooked to perfection and the mushroom were delicious. The eggs Benedict I ordered was amazing (left with a clean plate). Highly recommend The happy wombat.

Michelle Keen

Michelle Keen

9 months ago

Great atmosphere - music was on point. The food was absolutely delicious - best pasta dish I have eaten, and the chicken snitty was so moist and and the creamy bacon and mushroom sauce to top it off was so yum. Great little spot for a quiet dinner and a drink or two. Staff were super friendly, approachable and attentive. 5 stars for sure!! Will be back

Alberto Martínez

Alberto Martínez

a year ago

Very nice place to have breakfast. We ordered eggs, bacon and egg roll and pancakes. The google reviews were excellent so we come to check it out and it was really tasty and delicious. Coffees were also good flavour. The local is clean and spacious with plenty of room and tables

AMT

AMT

5 months ago

We attended a fantastic Melbourne Cup Event here yesterday. The package included oysters, prawns and beautiful charcuterie platters, great salads, roast meats, sides and desserts. The cocktails, wines and beers were all included. The entertainment topped off a perfect event. We will definitely be back next year.

Cameron Fong

Cameron Fong

6 months ago

I had their "hump day rump" (200gm rump with a glass of house wine) it was cooked perfectly. Tasty steak, not the cut I'd normally order but in this day and age it is as good as you can expect. Staff were super friendly and the atmosphere great. Relaxed tunes, nice ambience.

Alan Huynh

Alan Huynh

9 months ago

Great breakfast place. We got the big breakfast and it has everything you suspect for a big breakfast and it comes with halloumi. It tastes good and I quite enjoyed the homemade hash brown. It was really tasty even though the texture was not what I was expecting. There was a bit of a wait and the price was reasonable.

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • University students

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

2/575 Hunter St, Newcastle West NSW 2302, Australia

Reservations

+61 2 4031 8332

Hours

Closed · Thursday 10 AM-10 PM
Sunday 8 AM-12 PM
Monday 10 AM-10 PM
Tuesday 10 AM-10 PM
Wednesday 10 AM-10 PM
Thursday 10 AM-10 PM
Friday 10 AM-12 AM
Saturday 8 AM-12 AM
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