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Wollongong & The Illawarra Cafe Restaurants

Calling all the early birdsEvery Morning!Energize your morning with a quick coffee and grabs. Stop by at LBF every morning from 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM to kick start your day. Head down to 337 Crown Street, , Wollongong today!
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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!
Hemingway

Hemingway

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
Nadia's Cafe - Wollongong

Nadia's Cafe - Wollongong

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00:AM

Wollongong

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   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00:AM

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 ...
Two Sisters Garage

Two Sisters Garage

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:30:AM

Bulli

Stone Wall Cafe

Stone Wall Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:30:AM

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 Farm Cafe

The Farm Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00:AM

Shellharbour

Thirroul Beach Pavilion

Thirroul Beach Pavilion

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00:AM

Thirroul

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 ...
Ariel's North Beach

Ariel's North Beach

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00:AM

Wollongong

Sea Vista

Sea Vista

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00:AM

Gerringong

Black Rock Cafe

Black Rock Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00:AM

Kiama

The Brooding Italian

The Brooding Italian

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00:AM

Kiama

Lee & Me

Lee & Me

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00:AM

Wollongong

Bull & Bear Cafe Restaurant

Bull & Bear Cafe Restaurant

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00:AM

Wollongong

Levendi Wollongong Harbour

Levendi Wollongong Harbour

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00:AM

Wollongong

@ Milk and Honey

@ Milk and Honey

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00:AM

Kiama

Three Flamingos Espresso

Three Flamingos Espresso

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00:AM

Albion Park

There’s something for every taste, occasion and experience at Three Flamingos Espresso on Terry Street in Albion Park. This café and newly-opened restaurant next door exude casual charm with whitew...
Penny Whistlers Cafe

Penny Whistlers Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00:AM

Kiama

No bookings taken for Sat & Sun 7am to 4pm and public holidays.
Franks 'n Beans

Franks 'n Beans

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00:AM

Corrimal

Focusing on serving mouth-watering, nutritious food and aromatic coffee is Franks ‘n Beans, a delightful café and grocer on Murray Road in Corrimal. This venue’s tiled floor and worn wooden furnish...