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Lovat Newport

316/316-324 Barrenjoey Rd, Newport NSW 2106, Australia

Recommended by 55 people

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Find Lovat Newport

316/316-324 Barrenjoey Rd, Newport NSW 2106, Australia

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+61 2 9997 7009
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Lovat Newport

Lovat delivers refined coastal dining to Newport without the white-glove stiffness. Mornings kick off with Jaffa cold brew and brioche topped with burrata and prosciutto. By sundown, the contemporary room hums over kingfish carpaccio, crisp zucchini flowers, and eye fillet, backed by an unhurried crew that lets long lunches breathe. Dinner wraps up over cracking pork and classic crème brûlée.

  • Day-to-night transitions: Mornings feature Jaffa cold brew alongside burrata and pistachio-topped brioche before transitioning into evening plates.
  • Coastal seafood & mains: Signature orders lean toward kingfish carpaccio, stuffed zucchini flowers, eye fillet, and cracking pork belly.
  • Unhurried milestone hosting: Attentive waitstaff keep family milestones and weekend date nights moving smoothly without rushing the table.
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Why Dine at Lovat Newport

Discover why Newport locals and visitors choose Lovat for celebratory dinners, casual coastal dining, and elevated morning fare.

  • Fine Dining Polish Without Formal Pomposity

    Lovat pairs fine seafood and premium cuts with relaxed warmth, offering an elevated meal without formal pomposity or inflated costs.

    Fine dining experience without the pomposity and price tag.

    Michael Collins

  • Seamless Hosting for Milestone Occasions

    Milestone celebrations unfold seamlessly with accommodating staff ensuring group events and special lunches feel genuinely elevated.

    They hosted my best mates 60th and the food, service and overall vibe was just next level. Great place for a group lunch.

    meg burke

  • Creative Morning Menus Beyond Standard Fare

    The daytime menu moves beyond standard fare with inventive plates like savoury brioche with prosciutto and burrata alongside signature cold brew.

    Great affordable menu with plenty of options - love a menu that had so much more than just eggs.

    Jordan Nettleton

  • Versatile Day-to-Night Culinary Craft

    Extensive day-to-night selections bridge specialty breakfast roasts to dinner courses of fresh kingfish carpaccio, eye fillet, and house desserts.

    All dishes were delicious (ate them so fast so no time to take photos, the service was excellent and the price reasonable for an upmarket restaurant.

    Hannah Spring-Winer

  • Unhurried Service That Welcomes Lingering

    Diners enjoy leisurely gatherings and long lunches where attentive staff encourage guests to linger comfortably without feeling rushed.

    The staff had just the right balance of being present but allowing our group to linger and enjoy a very relaxed, non rushed meal.

    Anna Anderson

  • Fresh Coastal Ambience with Modern Comfort

    Set in a contemporary coastal dining room, the venue blends air-conditioned comfort with a warm, stylish seaside ambience.

    It was so lovely to sit in the air conditioned comfort of their fresh, contemporary coastal interior space.

    J S

Signature entrees and mains celebrating coastal dining with elevated flair

  • Kingfish Carpaccio

    The king fish carpaccio was divine

    Ollie Berridge

  • Zucchini Flowers

    the zucchini flowers are to die for!

    Stephen

  • Pork Belly

    pork belly with broccolini side for mains

    Hannah Spring-Winer

  • Gnocchi

    the one they have it's the only one you need: the gnocchi.

    Gaia

Other favorites

Desserts, starters, and specialty daytime drinks to complete your dining experience

  • Crème Brûlée

    The crème brûlée was a nice way to finish the meal

    J Nuruang

  • Garlic Bread

    the garlic bread we had as an entree to die for!

    Rona Milne

  • Jaffa Cold Brew

    we can’t get enough of the chilli eggs and Jaffa cold brew.

    Mala Sudbury

  • Panacotta

    the panacotta to finish.

    Rona Milne

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and attentive touches that elevate celebrations and casual dining.

  • Tailored Milestone Celebration Coordination

    Floor staff coordinate celebration pacing with attentive care, stepping in to smoothly facilitate group milestones without rushing courses.

  • Flexible Kitchen Dietary Care

    The kitchen readily adjusts dishes and course preparations to accommodate dietary restrictions and personal food intolerances.

  • Attentive Cocktail and Drink Customization

    Front-of-house staff proactively restock specialty ingredients on the fly so guests can enjoy their requested drinks and cocktails.

  • Unhurried Pacing for Leisurely Gatherings

    Service balances prompt attentiveness with ample breathing room, intentionally inviting groups to linger over unhurried lunches and dinners.

Before you head over

Practical recommendations for planning reservations, breakfast visits, and dietary requests at Lovat Newport

  • Reserve Early for Celebrations

    Booking complications can occur during peak special occasion services, so reserve well ahead and contact the team directly to ensure your celebration or group seating is set up seamlessly.

  • Visit for Daytime Breakfast

    Lovat offers an elevated morning menu featuring creative options like brioche with prosciutto and burrata or chilli eggs paired with Jaffa cold brew, making it an ideal alternative to evening dining.

  • Communicate Dietary Needs Early

    If you or your dining companions have dietary restrictions, notify staff when ordering—the kitchen readily accommodates specific food intolerances alongside signature menu options.

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