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Wollongong & The Illawarra Cafe Restaurants

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...
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The Hungry Monkey

The Hungry Monkey

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

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!
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!
Minnamurra General Store

Minnamurra General Store

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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...
Hemingway

Hemingway

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Mon 7:30 AM

Wollongong

Just like the famous author, Hemingway on Northfields Avenue in Wollongong is larger than life, loves food, coffee, drink, people and adventure. Located inside Wollongong University, this rustic ca...
Sea Vista

Sea Vista

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Gerringong

Café by day, bar by night, head to Utopia Coffee House on Stewart Street in Wollongong for good times, good food and good vibes. This spacious venue rocks a blue colour palette, neon signage and re...
When in Wollongong Central shopping precinct and craving a tasty snack, head over to Nadia’s Café on Level One for sustenance and thirst-quenching drinks. A trendy fit out lures those passing by, w...
Blue Jay Cafe

Blue Jay Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Albion Park

Boasting a panorama of lush mountain terrain, those looking for a tasty bite to eat in Albion Park can sit back and relax with a view of Illawarra Hills at Blue Jay Café on Sophia Street. Charming ...
Stroll up from the sand with thongs in hand and into Thirroul Beach Pavilion on Cliff Parade, for a cool drink and relaxing meal. With uninterrupted ocean views, this heritage listed bright yellow ...
Bull & Bear Cafe Restaurant
Stone Wall Cafe

Stone Wall Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Kiama

Well established on Kiama's Manning Street is Stone Wall Cafe, a friendly community hub located just seconds from the beach and Kiama's historical landmarks. Take a break from road tripping down th...
The Giddy Goat

The Giddy Goat

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Mon 6:30 AM

Wollongong

Two Sisters Garage

Two Sisters Garage

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Bulli

Penny Whistlers Cafe

Penny Whistlers Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Kiama

Central Cafe

Central Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Mon 6:00 AM

Oak Flats