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Review of Hunters Quarter

Hunters Quarter
Ranked #1 of 59 Restaurants in Pokolbin
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: USD 12 - USD 28
Description: Hunters Quarter, known as HQ to locals and regulars, offers an elegant dining experience with modern Australian cuisine, driven by high quality seasonal local produce, and relaxed and attentive service. Head chef, Brian Duncan brings a wealth of global and local experience in fine dining to HQ, having worked at the Dorchester Hotel and Claridges Hotel in the upmarket area of Mayfair in London, and also at Level 41 and The Establishment, two of Sydney’s premier restaurants. Brian’s breadth of experience and exposure to a variety of world cuisines bring a unique and refined quality to his product, and his philosophy on food is based on simple, fresh, local and seasonal produce. The HQ wine list mainly focuses on local wines, and also offers some interstate and international wines.
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Description: Hunters Quarter, known as HQ to locals and regulars, offers an elegant dining experience with modern Australian cuisine, driven by high quality seasonal local produce, and relaxed and attentive service. Head chef, Brian Duncan brings a wealth of global and local experience in fine dining to HQ, having worked at the Dorchester Hotel and Claridges Hotel in the upmarket area of Mayfair in London, and also at Level 41 and The Establishment, two of Sydney’s premier restaurants. Brian’s breadth of experience and exposure to a variety of world cuisines bring a unique and refined quality to his product, and his philosophy on food is based on simple, fresh, local and seasonal produce. The HQ wine list mainly focuses on local wines, and also offers some interstate and international wines.
Reviewed 17 October 2019

The Information Office recommended Hunters Quarter to us for lunch and it was truly stunning. The food, the service, the view and the relaxed atmosphere contributed to a longer than intended lunch. Thank you! I’ll definitely be back and am happy to recommend you to anyone.

Date of visit: April 2019
Thank ruthsE8321SG
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Sophia T, Guest Relations Manager at Hunters Quarter, responded to this reviewResponded 18 October 2019

Thank you for spending the time to review Hunters Quarter. We have received your review at the start of our day and it makes all the differance to the team. We would be delighted to look after you again on your next visit to the Hunter Valley. Kindest Regards

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Reviewed 14 October 2019 via mobile

We tried to go to Hunters Quarter on Sunday but they were closed but the staff member we spoke with told us about Monday night local night

Best decision - fabulous food at a great price - worthy of hats -

Will be back again

Date of visit: October 2019
Thank Megsyrox
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Sophia T, Public Relations Manager at Hunters Quarter, responded to this reviewResponded 15 October 2019

I'm pleased to hear you enjoyed your dining experience with us here at Hunters Quarter and you were able to experience our Monday locals night, this is always a great night. Your comments regarding our menu will certainly be passed on to the kitchen. We hope to see you again soon.

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Reviewed 12 October 2019 via mobile

This was our third visit over about 12-18 mths and each time the calm, confidence of both the staff and the food remains the same. Combined with the outlook across the valley/dam its just a great pleasure to dine.

We have tried them all in the Hunter and this is definitely consistently the best.

Date of visit: October 2019
2  Thank stan658
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Sophia T, Manager at Hunters Quarter, responded to this reviewResponded 12 October 2019

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave your recent dining experience at Hunters Quarter here on TripAdvisor. We thank you for your patronage. We love welcoming back return guests and thank you for the lovely feedback, which I will pass on to the staff. We would certainly look forward to welcoming you back to HQ in the future.

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Reviewed 7 October 2019 via mobile

We had booked the restaurant for dinner and our expectations were moderate. We had the 5 course degustation with matching wines. Each course was really tasty and the wines were matched perfectly.
The wines were a great display of the hunter and gave us a great taste from multiple types of wines.
The atmosphere was relaxed and trendy and had great Saturday night vibes.
Will definitely return

Date of visit: October 2019
Thank mikaylamanners
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HQ576, Guest Relations Manager at Hunters Quarter, responded to this reviewResponded 9 October 2019

Hi Mikayla, thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review of your dinning experience here at HQ. We are glad you were pleased with our degustation option with matching wines. Your message will be passed onto our chefs, and we would love to welcome you back in the near future.

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Reviewed 6 October 2019

This is an elegant restaurant with a stunning outlook, superb food and service of a standard that most restaurants only aspire to. The menu had something for everyone and staff were only too happy to meet dietary requirements, the lamb rump was cooked to perfection. The scallops for entree were deliciously fresh and the dessert was extraordinary. Thanks guys, we'll be back!

Date of visit: September 2019
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HQ576, Guest Relations Manager at Hunters Quarter, responded to this reviewResponded 9 October 2019

Wow, thank you so much for the lovely words. We are very pleased you enjoyed your overall dinning experience, especially the scallops , lamb and desert. Your messaged will be passed onto the chefs and staff and we would love to welcome you back in the near future.

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