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North Coast NSW Restaurants With Child Friendly

Exclusive Wine TastingFriday, July 5th from 5pmGreat winter nights with Keith Tulloch wines and Restaurant 2317 on Friday, 5th of July from 5pm. Hosted by Alisdair & Cameron of Keith Tulloch Wines. Offering our current menu for only $50 f...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Seafood"
Bills Fishhouse + Bar
Primely positioned in Port Macquarie’s Clarence House, Bills Fishhouse + Bar dons a casual urbanity, which echoes throughout the well-designed space. Modern simplicity best describes this eatery an...
Chop 'n Chill

Chop 'n Chill

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 7:30 AM

Port Macquarie

Restaurant & Catering Association
Combining the best of East and West, head to Chop ‘n’ Chill on Horton Street in Port Macquarie for street-style Southeast Asian fare blended with the hearty smoked-meat flavours of the Americas. Ne...
Crazy Pancake Challenge10th June - 14th JulyStarting 10 June, we’re giving each chef a week to come up with their craziest pancake creations. We’ll have them on our brekkie specials board (8am-10:45am) for you to try over five weeks (10 June...
Set on the picturesque Macleay River and bordered by thriving palms, luscious green grass and neat hedges, is Riverside Tavern on New Entrance Road in South West Rocks. From a tiled alfresco dining...
Hearthfire Bakery

Hearthfire Bakery

Bakery   $$$$$   Opens Thu 7:00 AM

Bellingen

Delicious bread that warms the heart along with pastries, toasties and rolls are on the menu at Hearthfire Bakery on Hyde Street in Bellingen. Owners Sally and Bruce are passionate about not only b...
Peak Coffee Brew Lab & Roastery

Peak Coffee Brew Lab & Roastery

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Thu 7:00 AM

Port Macquarie

Find the first coffee roasting business to be located on the Mid-north Coast at Peak Coffee Brew Lab & Roastery on Jambali Road in Port Macquarie. The brainchild of global coffee entrepreneurs, Sea...
Built in 1925, the aptly named Heritage Hotel Motel in Dorrigo is home to The Fernery Bistro, a family-friendly venue of choice for both locals and those travelling through. Constructed by Michael ...
Beach Bums Cafe

Beach Bums Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:45 AM

Forster

Shoes are optional when starting your day with salt water, breakfast and a sunrise overlooking Forster’s Main Beach at Beach Bums Café on the corner of Beach and North Streets. Stroll up from the s...
Silvio's Italiano

Silvio's Italiano

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 7:30 AM

Coffs Harbour

Find an Italian-style deli, pasta bar and stylish restaurant at Silvio’s Italiano on Pacific Highway in Coffs Harbour. Named as a tribute to the owner’s father, who was an Italian immigrant, this c...
"Prime Waterside Dining"
Seasalt Cafe & Restaurant

Seasalt Cafe & Restaurant

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Thu 7:00 AM

Port Macquarie

Overlooking the marina from a prime position on Park Street, treat yourself and loved ones to a meal at Seasalt Café & Restaurant in Port Macquarie. Whether meeting friends for coffee, or mooring t...
Jetty Beach House

Jetty Beach House

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 12:00 PM

Coffs Harbour

Dishing up Mod Oz cuisine, live music, cheeky cocktails and family fun, Jetty Beach House on Jordan Esplanade is the place to see and be seen in Coffs Harbour. This beachfront restaurant, bar and f...
Situated on the banks of the Macleay River, The Garden Kitchen & Bar on Remembrance Way offers a stunning dining experience with some of the best food in Kempsey. Housed in the Old Cheese Factory, ...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Asian"
Asian fusion has found a home in Forster at Spice Monkey restaurant, tucked underneath Reef Apartments on Wharf Street. Overlooking a pristine waterfront, Spice Monkey offers locals and anyone pass...
Dine overlooking the greens and Nambucca River at The Island Restaurant on Stuart Island. Located within the Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club, this dining destination offers a warm and welcoming vib...
The Stunned Mullet

The Stunned Mullet

International   $$$$$   Opens Thu 12:00 PM

Port Macquarie

13 Chef Hat Award
"Spectacular sunset views"
Si Senorita

Si Senorita

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens Thu 12:00 PM

Forster

Tacos, tequila and sunsets await at Mexican haven Si Senorita, a spectacular location for a relaxed coastal dining experience, overlooking Wallis Lake in Forster. Set amid parkland along the water'...
Urban Espresso Lounge

Urban Espresso Lounge

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:15 AM

Coffs Harbour

Find stylish café Urban Espresso Lounge on Harbour Drive, in the middle of the Jetty Strip just minutes from Coffs Harbour City Centre. This bright and breezy restaurant rocks a zen-like vibe of wh...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Burger"
The Burger Rebellion

The Burger Rebellion

Burger   $$$$$   Opens Thu 11:30 AM

Port Macquarie