The best long lunches in Mudgee

When in Mudgee, do as the locals do - and in Mudgee, we love a long lunch! Get on country time & slow things down, with a few courses of fabulous food, local drinks & the best backdrops in town.

The Barn at Blue Wren Farm

The Barn at Blue Wren Farm is all about a relaxed dining experience, with a focus on simple, seasonal & delicious food. And if it’s not in season, you won’t find it on their menu.

With a variety of small & large share plates, sides, desserts & drinks, you’ll have plenty of options to enjoy over a few leisurely hours.

Nestled on a lush property with gardens, vines & a working farm, it’s the ideal place to spend an afternoon.

The Zin House

The Zin House restaurant, overlooking the organic & biodynamic Lowe vineyard & farm, is the place to go for a slow, local & seasonal lunch.

Recommending at least three hours to dine, this five-course set menu is plated share-style, with walks around the property encouraged between courses. See the gardens where the food is grown, sip wine by the hearth overlooking the vineyard & enjoy good company without any rush or turning of tables.

‘Trust the Chef’

Next to Zin is the beloved Lowe Family Wine Co, which regularly hosts ‘Trust the Chef’ long lunches in honour of the season.

Grab a seat at the long table & enjoy a casual lunch, cooked by Zin executive chef Kim Currie & wine by Lowe winemaker David Lowe. These three-course lunches are accompanied by matching wines, with a focus on regional & home-grown produce, wine & flavour.

Pipeclay Pumphouse

Enjoy a casual degustation experience with locally sourced produce, paired with some of the Mudgee region’s best wine.

Pipeclay’s rustic charm, seasonal flavours & impressive dishes make it a go-to long lunch venue, where you can take in the panoramic views of the Robert Stein Vineyard right from your table.

Plus, with four & six-course degustation menus to choose from, you can make your lunch as slow & relaxing as you like!