Royal Oak Bistro Cessnock in New South Wales

"Lovely spot for pub food. Really enjoyed the chicken and leek pie with mushy peas and mash. It was a little salty but otherwise flavourful with a crispy crust"

"Couldn't be more pleased with the service and quality of food, an unexpected dining experience. 5 stars"

"We were starving after an over night flight and driving all the way to NSW. And this is the only few places that we found is open on Saturday for food.And we just broke in with super casual clothes, and choose to sit in the fine restaurant inside (outside is bar and can order some fast food). And it suprised me! The starter bread was a little salty and its skin was so crispy, chewing with the specially made butter and nuts spread, I could feel my mouth filled with pleasant grain scent. The chicken breast, my favorite part was its crispy fried skin, and lightly sweet baked onion. Having them with the chicken breast and dipping a little source below was just that nice. And the oyster, my friend who grow up with sea food, was amazed by the combination of that red source with fresh oyster. And the staff there was friendly and helpful."

"What an exceptional experience! We took our 3 and 5 year old with us and whilst we were treated to 5 star fine dining, the kids had their own awesome menu as well. The kids steak, chips and salad was the best quality kids meal I've ever seen. We had seared scallops, pork belly, risotto and two amazing desserts. It's the best fine dining we've experienced without needing a babysitter. What an amazing find in our travels."

"Yummm. Nice atmosphere....Hadn't been for a while but glad we went back. Best pub food ever and definatately best feed in heart of town For about the same price as all pubs are hitting you up for a meal these days you can go here for mouth watering skillfully thought out and cooked meals that you cant do at home and thats what impresses me. Our kuds got a little activity pack aswell. Nicely decorated area for pre dinner drinks and outdoor beergarden with casual meals offered aswell with kids small play area."

"The chicken schnitzel was tasty. The pasta didn't look great but tasted good, it was in the homemade style. The bar is facing the street, then the restaurant is at the back. The bar also serves food. There was live music at the bar, which was nice."

"Great sirloin steak should not miss!!! Definitely will love to visit again. If i am really need to pick up any disadvantage, i reckon it will be a little bit cold on me maybe bcs of me as a sole traveller? It is understandable but let's just focus on food. Highly recommend for steak lovers!"

"The food was great, both my girlfriend and I had received really good service and food. Was cheaper then some other places but was still good value. Had different types of cooked chicken and they each tasted absolutely great. Loved the mist for the hot days and it really cools you off. Full thumbs up!"