Experience Authentic Italian Flavours in the Hunter

Located at Pokolbin's Hermitage Lodge, Pescara brings a taste of Italian coastal cuisine to the heart of wine country.

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The restaurant offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with seasonal Italian dishes crafted from premium local ingredients, perfect for cooler weather. Co-owners Nicole Panetta and Executive Chef Kelvin Foster deliver dishes that are fresh, simple, and heartfelt. Signature plates include the Impanato (breaded pork cutlet with arugula, tomatoes, and parmesan), Vitello Puttanesca (veal, capers, tomato, olives, anchovies and chilli), and Scampi (oven-baked with lemon, garlic, and butter). Their housemade Gnocchi served with Calabrese salami, pancetta, and spinach, is a standout, as is the spaghettini with blue-swimmer crab meat. Adjacent to the dining area, Bar Pescara offers cocktails and small bites like cacciatore salami, saffron arancini, and Cantabria anchovies, setting the scene for a great night out. Whether for a romantic dinner, a family lunch, or a pre-dinner cocktail, Pescara's seasonal menu and scenic vineyard views make for a memorable experience. For more information and reservations, visit www.pescara.com.au.