5/5 Arthur H. 2 years ago on Google
Four
of
us
lunched
at
the
Newmarket
in
early
May.
We
had
a
fab
afternoon
and
everything
ran
smoothly.
The
Newmarket
is
part
of
the
ALH
Group,
which
owns
and
runs
a
number
of
pub
and
accommodation
venues
in
Brisbane.
We’ve
been
to
a
few
of
them
recently,
and
they’ve
all
displayed
the
same
high
standard
of
cleanliness
and
professionalism;
with
super
fast
service
and
outstanding
food.
Prices
are
affordable
and
modest,
making
these
venues
accessible
to
everyone.
When
you
walk
into
the
Newmarket,
you’ll
know
that
you’re
in
for
a
pleasant
time.
It’s
a
large,
airy
and
spacious
place
with
a
classic
retro
look
and
feel
about
it.
It
oozes
warmth,
homeliness
and
comfort
with
high
ceilings,
carpets
throughout,
and
solid
wooden
chairs
or
upholstered
benches,
and
large
tables.
There
was
a
decent
turnout,
so
the
place
was
fairly
full
when
we
arrived
at
1.00pm,
but
the
ambience
was
relaxed,
casual
and
laid
back.
Despite
the
crowds,
acoustics
are
good
due
to
the
carpets,
high
ceilings
and
well
spaced
out
tables.
We
were
greeted
by
Margot,
the
maitre
d,
when
we
arrived,
asked
to
complete
the
Covid
protocols,
before
being
shown
to
our
booked
table
in
a
nice
spot
near
the
back,
with
bench
type
seating
for
two
and
solid
wooden
chairs
for
the
other
two.
Full
table
service
is
offered,
including
for
drinks,
so
we
didn’t
need
to
leave
our
table.
We
started
with
a
few
rounds
of
our
favourite
Moscato
Red
at
$8
a
glass
and
a
pot
of
refreshing
Stella
at
$7.
The
food
menu
is
extensive
and
varied,
with
something
for
everyone,
including
all
the
usual
pub
favourites,
like
schnitzels
steaks,
seafood
and
pastas.
And
best
of
all,
for
us
“oldies”
a
seniors
menu,
which
you
can
avail
yourself
of,
by
showing
your
seniors
card,
which
we
did.
We
ordered
calamari.
sirloin
steak
and
rissoles
to
share.
All
dishes
come
with
chips
and
salad
or
mash
and
vegetables,
and
at
$14
a
dish,
that’s
unbeatable
value
for
money.The
serving
sizes
were
generous
and
the
quality
of
the
food
was
first
class.
To
start
with,
the
calamari
was
soft
and
chewy,
and
served
with
crispy
chips
and
salad.
The
main
courses
were
equally
good.
My
wife’s
steak
was
well
cooked,
just
the
way
she
likes
it,
whilst
my
rissoles
were
fresh
and
tasty
and
smothered
in
a
warm,
rich
gravy
sauce
to
give
it
extra
zest
and
flavour.
The
mash
was
soft
and
creamy,
a
nice
contrast
to
the
crunchy
vegetables,
which
included
broccoli,
carrots,
cabbage
and
corn.
Our
friends
both
had
chicken
breast
schnitzel,
with
chips
and
salad
and
they
also
enjoyed
their
meals.
The
presentation
was
impressive,
everything
neatly
arranged
on
the
plates
and
served
on
stylish,
modern
crockery.
But
it’s
in
the
service
department
that
the
ALH
Group
hotels
really
excel,
and
the
Newmarket
is
no
exception.
Margot,
the
maitre
d’
who
was
also
our
server,
together
with
another
smartly
dressed
lady
in
a
black
uniform,
were
hardworking,
attentive
and
friendly.
These
guys
don’t
miss
a
beat
and
the
place
hums
like
a
well
oiled
machine.
After
we’d
signed
in
and
been
shown
to
our
table,
our
orders
were
taken.
Drinks,
starters
and
main
courses
came
out
at
a
steady
clip
and
in
the
correct
order.
And
it’s
all
done
with
a
pleasant
smile
and
a
cheery
demeanour.
The
staff
do
their
best
to
ensure
that
all
guests
have
a
pleasant
time,
and
they
clearly
take
pride
in
their
work.
The
toilets
were
clean,
well
provisioned
and
strategically
situated
just
in
front
of
the
main
bar
counter.
The
Newmarket
Hotel
is
conveniently
located
in
the
Newmarket
Village,
a
shopping
and
entertainment
hub.
It’s
a
breeze
to
get
to,
with
ample,
free
undercover
parking
in
the
basement
of
the
centre.
From
the
parking
area,
we
took
the
lift
up
and
found
ourselves
right
in
front
of
the
hotel.
Couldn’t
be
easier.
The
Newmarket
offers
an
affordable
and
enjoyable
dining
experience;
with
tasty
food,
outstanding,
professional
and
competent
service
and
a
comfortable
and
homely
atmosphere.
Overall,
an
excellent
venue
that
I
can
recommend.
