Osteria Lume
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Wood-fired braised beef cheek, with garlic yoghurt, fresh herb leaf, pomegranate, hazelnut and ricotta salata.
About Osteria Lume
Discover Illawarra’s only wood-fire restaurant to offer authentic Italian fare at Osteria Lume on Kembla Street in Wollongong. A rustic, industrial-style vibe awaits indoors with whitewashed brick, recycled timber and polished concrete floors setting the scene for memorable meals best shared with family and friends, or a romantic rendezvous with your someone special. Embark on your culinary adventure with wood-fired octopus, capers, Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes and dill vinaigrette, or scallops with pistachio, orange and lemon balm; move onto main choices such as three-cheese ricotta gnocchi with Grana Padano, pecorino and smoked scamorza. Perhaps King prawns with Italian sausage, blistered tomato and Sambucca prawn bisque entice; finishing with a decadent dolci of housemade tiramisu.
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Chef: Luke Bennett
Amazing Food
This restaurant should have at least one hat! From the moment you step into Osteria Lume, you know you're in for something special. The warm glow of the wood-fired oven, the inviting scent of fresh herbs and slow-cooked sauces, and the intimate yet lively atmosphere all set the stage for an unforgettable dining experience.
The star of the show? The food. Every dish is crafted with a level of care and authenticity that transports you straight to Italy. The wood-fired octopus was a revelation—tender, smoky, and balanced beautifully with capers and olives. The pairing of the lobster + Veal was just genius! Osteria Lume is more than just a restaurant—it’s a love letter to Italian cuisine, cooked the way it should be: with fire, passion, and soul. Can’t wait to return!
Phenomenal, delicious, flavourful
The most amazing dinning experience, the staff are super friendly and attentive, best customer service. The food is unlike anywhere else, it is good quality for money!! Focaccia was the best I’ve ever had!! The sauce for the seafood is so tasty, they need to sell it in a bottle because I wanted to take it home! Lovely experience overall, a must visit and save yourself for dessert the tirimasu is delightful:)