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Wollongong & The Illawarra Restaurants

Wollongong’s seaside cafes and elegant restaurants offer a variety of dining options, whether you are looking to share a pizza with family and friends or relax with a post-swim brunch. Wollongong's & The Illawarra’s culinary scene, which includes some of the city's most well-known and highly rated restaurants, is to die for. Due to the influx of young artists and business owners who are reimagining the city, the concentration of excellent restaurants and bars in and around Wollongong has increased significantly.

Popular Cuisines : Cafe  Modern Australian  Thai  Bakery  Chinese  Italian  Indian  Asian  

"Iconic Venue that always delivers"
Celebrate Mother's Day At Harbour RestarauntSunday, May 11!Celebrate the mothers and the special women in your life against the beautiful backdrop of historic Belmore Basin. More information to come soon. For enquiries please call our restaurant on (02) 42...
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Wollongong

12 Chef Hat Award
Tucked away in the corner of a lively laneway in central Wollongong, find Italian-style bistro Restaurant Santino on Globe Lane. Expect a classic feel with an ambience ideal for a Dirty Martini and...
Osteria Lume

Osteria Lume

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 4:00 PM

Wollongong

Mid week 2 course classicoavailable Wed and Thurs2 COURSE CLASSICO SET COURSE - CHANGING WEEKLY TO OFFER YOU DELICIOUS CLASSICS DISHES
TASTING MENU7 or 5 course DegustationSourcing produce locally, we offer a seven or five course tasting menu as this allows the dining experience here to be easy and comforting. Rather than having a three-course meal, let’s stretch it...
Meat & Grain Steakhouse

Meat & Grain Steakhouse

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

Wollongong

Drawing inspiration from South African heritage, Meat & Grain Steakhouse on Crown Street in Wollongong offers a refined and lively dining setting. Grounded in timeless tradition, expect an elegant ...
KG Cafe Kiama

KG Cafe Kiama

South African   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 AM

Kiama

Easter Sunday Live Music with JoceanEaster Sunday - Live music from 12.00pm in our Outdoor Garden Area
The Oak At Illawarra

The Oak At Illawarra

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 AM

Oak Flats

It’s love at first bite when you dine at all-day breaky café The Oak at Illawarra on Central Avenue in Oak Flats. Boasting a bright and breezy vibe of recycled timber floors, wood panelling adorned...
"Sublime seafood & views to match"
Bombora Seafood

Bombora Seafood

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00 AM

Wollongong

The Brekkie Roll A Must Try!Start your morning right with our Brekkie Roll. Double bacon, fried egg, melted cheese, baby spinach, hash brown and tomato relish on a large milk bun. Available from 8am- 3pm. Book your table via ...
Southwest Barbecue

Southwest Barbecue

Grill   $$$$$   Open Now

Appin

Those seeking the deliciousness of low and slow barbeque fare in Wollongong, head down Appin Road to find Southwest Barbecue. Located on Appin Road, expect a rustic vibe of recycled timber, softly ...
Debutant

Debutant

French   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 PM

Wollongong

A classic French bistro combines with a Modern Australian steakhouse at Débutant on Keira Street in Wollongong. This sister venue to Rookie Eatery, serves sophisticated steak frites for the modern ...
Minnamurra General Store

Minnamurra General Store

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00 AM

Minnamurra

Minnamurra Easter Trading HoursVisit Us Over Easter!We are open Easter long weekend! Be sure to pop in and visit us! We hope to see you then!
Mother's Day 20252 or 3 course Set MenuJoin us for Mother's Day for lunch or dinner. We will be serving a set menu 2 courses $70 or 3 courses $85. Children's menu available. Head to our website to make a reservation.
"Amazing Woodfired Pizza"
Kneading Ruby

Kneading Ruby

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Wollongong

Nestled in the heart of Wollongong and part of the town’s cheery seaside dining scene is Kneading Ruby on Crown Lane. Imposing from the outside with high brick walls, inside is unassumingly elegant...
Discover a modern Italian and seafood restaurant in the heart of Wollongong with the best views in town at Lucia’s By The Sea on Cliff Street. With a panoramic vista of North Beach and equally impr...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Breakfast"
The Hungry Monkey

The Hungry Monkey

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:30 AM

Kiama

$12 Burgers WednesdaysBook Now!There is nothing like a good burger to solve the post-long weekend blues and even better when it’s only $12. We are open for dinner every Wednesday night so come down and make the most of it! Click...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Thai"
Hungry? Don’t wait around!Book Now!Booking a table at Harbour Thai is as easy as scrolling through your phone ?? – fast, simple, and all at your fingertips. ?? You can even choose the date, time, and how many people are coming! ?? ...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Pizza"
Figtree Gourmet Kitchen

Figtree Gourmet Kitchen

Pizza   $$$$$   Open Now

Figtree

Restaurant & Catering Association
When visiting the Illawarra region and the taste for authentic Italian cuisine calls, make your way down Bellevue Road to discover Figtree Gourmet Kitchen. As the area's longest-established wood-fi...
Classic Chinese with a Pan-Asian twist is what you will find on the menu at Madam Choi on Lawrence Hargrave Drive in Thirroul. A rustic vibe of recycled timber, bifold windows and subtle lighting a...
Loaf Cafe Stanwell Park

Loaf Cafe Stanwell Park

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:30 AM

Stanwell Park

Need catering for an upcoming event?Contact us today!At LOAF we offer all our sambos for catering and much more. Call us on 0478 637 157 to find out more information!
Succulent seafood and sparkling sea views await diners at Steamers Bar and Grill on Marine Drive in Wollongong. A blue and white nautical theme with hanging brass lanterns and blond wood furniture,...