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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  Bakery  Thai  Chinese  Italian  Indian  Asian  

Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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...
"Sublime seafood & views to match"
Bombora Seafood

Bombora Seafood

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 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 ...
"Iconic Venue that always delivers"
Harbourfront Restaurant

Harbourfront Restaurant

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Wollongong

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Fresh seafood at Harbourfront Restaurant!Just a reminder we are open every day for lunch and dinner! Bookings recommended, but we will always try our best to accommodate walk-ins. Bookings via the link in our bio
The Oak At Illawarra

The Oak At Illawarra

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Breakfast"
The Hungry Monkey

The Hungry Monkey

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30 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!
Meat & Grain Steakhouse

Meat & Grain Steakhouse

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Wollongong

Christmas Day at Meat & GrainBookings are now open !!Celebrate Christmas Day at Meat & Grain with everything you love: a festive feast of premium steaks and fresh seafood, perfectly paired with our extensive wine list, shared with your loved ones in ...
"Amazing Woodfired Pizza"
Kneading Ruby

Kneading Ruby

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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...
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 ...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Pizza"
Figtree Gourmet Kitchen

Figtree Gourmet Kitchen

Pizza   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Figtree

Restaurant & Catering Association
Craving Something Delicious?Available for Takeaway!Well we have you covered with our Antipasto Bread! Perfect for an entree and even your mains. We are open from 5 pm Tuesday-Sunday! Give us a call for dine-in or takeaway on (02) 4226 6995.
Lucia's By The Sea

Lucia's By The Sea

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Wollongong

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...
Tsuki Dining

Tsuki Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Wollongong

Find authentic Japanese cuisine on the plate without leaving the country at Tsuki Dining on Crown Lane in Wollongong. On balmy days sit kerbside under blue and white umbrellas and sip an ice-cold b...
Franco Pizza & Wine Bar

Franco Pizza & Wine Bar

Pizza   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Thirroul

Weekend Plans?Book Now!Stop by this weekend for a slice of pizza & a glass of red! Open from 5pm tonight, lunch & dinner tomorrow + Sunday. We hope to see you soon! Book via the website.
Steamers Bar and Grill

Steamers Bar and Grill

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Wollongong

Restaurant & Catering Association
A la Carte MenuInspired by World CuisineEnjoy Wollongong's best international menu, multi-award-winning and designed to be shared. Pair with a beverage recommended by our restaurant manager to make the most of your experience. Bookings a...
Loaf Cafe Stanwell Park

Loaf Cafe Stanwell Park

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 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!
Madam Choi

Madam Choi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Thirroul

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...
Minnamurra General Store

Minnamurra General Store

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Minnamurra

Located in the heart of picturesque Minnamurra, charming establishment Minnamurra General Store draws a crowd of friendly locals to Rangoon Road. This casual venue radiates a warm and inviting vibe...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Thai"
At Harbour Thai Restaurant

At Harbour Thai Restaurant

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Shellharbour

Boasting a stunning waterfront venue and exotic cuisine to suit, spoil yourself and loved ones At Harbour Thai Restaurant at the ocean end of Addison Street in Shellharbour. Offering a spacious, op...
Blackbird Thirroul

Blackbird Thirroul

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Thirroul

Share the experience of community, love, delicious coffee and food at Blackbird on McCauley Street in Thirroul. This well-loved local café boasts a warm and welcoming space where a cool green colou...
The Hill Bar and Kitchen

The Hill Bar and Kitchen

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Gerringong

There’s no better place to soak up a South Coast view with great food, drinks and the people you love than The Hill Bar and Kitchen on Fern Street in Gerringong. Expect casual dining over lunch and...
What's a milkbar without a milkshake?Order now!A must try with your next burger or schnitzel box guys! Just ask us what great flavours we have available. Check out our menu and order yours today!