Restaurant in Hunter Valley | Avani Cypress Lakes

Some evenings call for an unexpected twist. At Chakraya, that’s exactly the idea.

Named for an ancient Sri Lankan inscription believed to map worlds yet undiscovered, this restaurant in the Hunter Valley brings bold Sri Lankan-inspired flavours to the heart of Pokolbin. The menu pairs locally sourced produce and Hunter Valley wines with technique that surprises: coconut roti with chili onion sambal, slow cooked beef short rib with sweet mustard pumpkin purée, achcharu and mango chutney. Every dish is worth the detour.

Take a seat and let the evening find its own pace. The setting is unhurried and considered. The kind of room that encourages a second glass and a longer conversation. The wine list knows exactly where it is.

For guests who remember Oak and Vine Hunter Valley, Chakraya is what comes next. The warmth and location remain. The kitchen has gone further.

Menu subject to seasonal availability.