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Muse Restaurant & Cafe

1 Broke Road, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320, Australia
02 4998 6777
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Ranked #3 of 42 restaurants in Pokolbin
Price range: $49 - $49
Cuisines: Australian
Good for: Romance, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Romance, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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Sydney, Australia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

We dined at Muse Restaurant last weekend and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We had booked some weeks previously as it was a special occasion. The log fire in the restaurant was amazing and so was the ambiance. Special mention has to be made of the service on this occasion, which was faultless. The menu is modern Australian with a touch... More

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Sydney, Australia
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

what a great restaurant. Every single meal was amazing. I couldn't fault this place at all- one of the best in the hunter valley. I will be returning!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013 via mobile

We had heard that Muse was the place to go for fine dining while in the Hunter Region. We got onto the area late, around 6pm and rang to see if we could get in. Fortunately we could, which apparently doesn't happen often as its normally booked out.... The service from walking up the front steps right through to walking... More

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Caloundra, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

when I rang to book the restaurant for 3 to eat on a Saturday at lunchtime, had they told me it was café dining only for lunchtime service I would have gone elsewhere. It was a cold autumn day, and even though the fireplace was set, it wasn't going - so the atmosphere was quite drab - looking at the... More

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Newcastle, Australia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

It was a spur of the moment decision to go out to dinner. We chose Muse because of the good reviews. It was good food. Service was relatively friendly. Quite expensive though. You may need to save to go out for dinner here.

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Sydney, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

My partner & I dined here during a weekend away at the Hunter. We had heard great reviews and were eager to try ourselves. We had the three course meal and were completely stuffed by the end! Everything from the service, the food, to the wonderful atmosphere made for the most beautiful evening. The portions were perfect and everything we... More

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Sydney, Australia
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85 reviews 85 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

I ended up here after my booked restaurant could not open and recommended Muse...so I had no expectations. It was, in short, excellent. Two of us had the degustation menu (chose our own wines) and it was a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Superb flavours in every dish.. It is not a cheap and cheerful experience but... More

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Canberra
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24 reviews 24 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013 via mobile

We had dinner at Muse during a recent long weekend in the Hunter Valley - it was the foodie highhlight of our weekend! Everything was exceptional - the attentive, flawless, well-coordinated service, beautiful touches like the amuse bouche, imaginative palate cleanser, and no quibbles about extra servings of the home baked bread; a great menu beautifully cooked; a lovely warm... More

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Sydney
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28 reviews 28 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

I have eaten here twice now, the first time was better than the second but I still thoroughly enjoyed each time! The food is a little on the expensive side however it is not lacking for taste. The service is very professional which can sometimes seem a bit "cold" however it's whats to be expected in such a high class... More

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Sydney
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83 reviews 83 reviews
47 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
60 helpful votes 60 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013 via mobile

My wife and I are foodies and enjoy eating out. We visited Muse for the second time a week ago. I was disappointed the service was right on the mark. All the dishes were memorable and still make my mouth water now. The food is quite creative. The highlights were the lamb with Jerusalem artichoke sauce, quail with pumpkin risotto... More

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