Located in the heart of Wallerawang, NSW, the Crib Room Restaurant offers on-site dining for guests at the Black Gold Motel, as well as anyone else searching for a delicious local meal. Steeped in a rich history and surrounded by modern facilities, the Crib Room Restaurant is a great place to go to rest, relax, and enjoy some nourishing local cuisine.
In this article, we will dive deeper into the story behind the Crib Room Restaurant and introduce you to the dining experience on offer to visitors.
The Location – A Welcoming Restaurant in the Heart of Wallerawang
The Crib Room Restaurant and Black Gold Motel are local gems in the Wallerawang area. Just over two hours from Sydney and less than an hour from Bathurst, The Crib Room Restaurant is a great place to come for a meal if you’re travelling through the local area.
Are you travelling through Lithgow, Wolgan Valley, Hampton, Rydal, or the Central Tablelands? Maybe you’ve spent the day exploring the Blue Mountains, Lake Lyell, Capertee Valley, or the Lost City and the Snow Gum Flora Reserve.
If you’re looking for a way to cap off these experiences, a dinner at The Crib Room Restaurant could be the perfect place to end your day.
The History – A Local Public School and a Proud Mining Community
The Black Gold Motel and Crib Room Restaurant are built on the site of an old local public school. The venue is generously spread across six acres and has been completely transformed for modern dining and accommodation. Enjoy a nourishing feast at the Crib Room Restaurant, stay in a suite, cabin, or villa, and make use of the function and conference spaces available.
The local Wallerawang community is also steeped in a rich mining history, and the Crib Room Restaurant and Black Gold Motel have fully embraced this past.
The term ‘black gold’ is an old nickname for coal, and the ‘crib room’ is the underground space where miners would take their meal breaks. The Crib Room Restaurant is also connected to the Lamp Room Lounge & Bar, which is named for the ‘lamp room’ traditionally located at the surface of a mine.
The Crib Room Restaurant also features a statue that’s dedicated to local coal miners, a “Miners Martini” on the cocktail list, and many other homages that enrich the dining experience of visiting guests.
The Dining – Indulge at the Crib Room Restaurant for Breakfast or Dinner
Start your day with a delicious meal at the Crib Room Restaurant. Whether you’re staying at Black Gold Motel or you’re in the area and looking for a hearty breakfast, the breakfast menu at the Crib Room Restaurant can deliver.
Indulge in breakfast favourites like eggs benedict, pancakes, bacon and egg rolls, or French toast. Alternatively, give the chorizo scramble a try or build your own breakfast! Tea, coffee, juices, and other beverages are also available.
When dinner comes around, the Crib Room Restaurant delivers a classic Australian dining experience with a twist. Relaxed yet refined, you can enjoy a wide range of entrees, main meals, and desserts, with options for seniors and children.
The Drinks – From Old Favourites to Cocktails with a Twist
A full range of beverages are available at breakfast or dinner, and you can also retreat to the Lamp Room Lounge & Bar for a pre or post-dinner drink. The fully stocked Lamp Room Bar shows off the best local wines and craft beers on offer, and the staff can help you handpick the perfect beverage.
For something from the higher shelf, you can indulge in a neat single malt scotch or a zesty gin and tonic. A full range of classic and specialty cocktails are also available, with a mocktail menu on offer for anyone searching for an alcohol-free alternative.
The Conclusion – Come and Visit the Crib Room Restaurant If You’re in the Region!
When you embrace the best of the Crib Room Restaurant, you get more than just a place to sit and eat. You get a one-of-a-kind experience in the Central Tablelands region where you can soak in local history, enjoy a relaxing atmosphere, and indulge in a brilliant dining experience for breakfast or dinner.
If you’re staying a while or planning an event, you can also take advantage of the conference, function, and accommodation facilities located on the same 6-acre venue as the Crib Room Restaurant.
If you would like to dine at the Crib Room Restaurant or book a room at the Black Gold Motel, simply visit the website and make a booking.
