Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted at a licensed premise in Cooks Hill on Saturday night.
The 31-year-old man was at the Darby Street venue with a group of friends about 7pm when they were approached by a group of unknown men.
Police have been told the man was slapped and punched in the face by one of the unknown men, causing him to fall and lose consciousness.
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The two groups were then involved in a fight before security intervened.
The man was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics at the scene before being taken to John Hunter Hospital, where he remained in a stable condition on Sunday morning.
Officers from Newcastle City Police District have commenced an investigation.
Detectives want to speak to two men who may be able to assist with their inquiries.
They are both described as being of Caucasian appearance, between 25 to 35 years old, of muscular build, average height and have neck tattoos.
One was wearing a white t-shirt and the other was wearing a green short-sleeved shirt.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Newcastle Police: 4929 0999 or Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000.
