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North Coast NSW Restaurants With Gluten Free Options

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"Readers' Choice 2019 - Seafood"
Bills Fishhouse + Bar

Bills Fishhouse + Bar

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Port Macquarie

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
Surrounded by lush, award-winning gardens on Hogbin Drive in Toormina, Donovan’s Link Eatery & Grounds offers a calm escape from the everyday. This serene café is defined by greenery, gentle light ...
The Good Food Store

The Good Food Store

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00 AM

Smiths Lake

Breakfast, Lunch & MoreWholesome BitesAt The Good Food Store, we serve fresh, wholesome breakfasts, hearty lunches, house-baked treats, and exceptional coffee in a relaxed coastal setting. Whether you’re here for a slow morning, a casu...
Paragon Pizzeria

Paragon Pizzeria

Pizza   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

South West Rocks

Those looking to satisfy ravenous hunger in South West Rocks find gourmet and classic pizzas on the menu at Paragon Pizzeria on Paragon Avenue. Perhaps opt for the takeaway option and head to the b...
Happy Hour(s)Discounted Beer & WinesJoin us from 3pm - 5:30pm for our Happiest of Hours, where you get discounted house beer and wines to ease you into the evening
On Surf Club Road in Coffs Harbour, Donovan’s Surf Club Restaurant & Bar is a relaxed beachside favourite with front-row views of rolling dunes and ocean waves. From easy breakfasts by the sea to l...
High Tea by the Sea$79ppExperience High Tea By The Sea at The Galley Kitchen, Anchorage—a delightful selection of sweet and savoury classics, from savoury pastries to house-made desserts. Sip T2 Tea and enjoy a glass of s...
"Amazing Location. Not to be missed!"
Tea Gardens Boatshed

Tea Gardens Boatshed

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Tea Gardens

Overlooking the tranquil waters of the Myall River, Tea Gardens Boatshed invites diners to indulge in Modern Australian cuisine with a stunning natural backdrop. Located in the serene suburb of Tea...
Bistro Vue

Bistro Vue

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Coffs Harbour

Situated on Harbour Drive in Coffs Harbour, Bistro Vue is an intimate dining destination where modern European flavours are paired with thoughtful, attentive hospitality. Refined yet relaxed, the s...
Good food, good times and coastal ease define Cheeky Dog Bar at Bannisters Port Stephens on Soldiers Point Road in Soldiers Point. Just a short stroll from the bay, this relaxed bistro and beer gar...
Rick Stein at Port Stephens

Rick Stein at Port Stephens

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Soldiers Point

Situated on Soldiers Point Road in Soldiers Point, Rick Stein at Port Stephens celebrates the extraordinary seafood sourced daily from local waters. Set within Bannisters, the restaurant’s menu evo...
Julio's Mexican at Port Stephens
Poolside vibes and punchy flavours set the tone at Julio’s Mexican on Soldiers Point Road in Soldiers Point. Located on level four at Bannisters Port Stephens, this vibrant coastal eatery blends mo...
Discover the place to be in Taree at the Manning River Hotel on Oxley Street. Fondly known by locals as ‘The Manno’, this gorgeous country pub nestles in the Manning Valley of North Coast NSW boast...
Good food, great times and an awesome atmosphere await at The Local Flynn’s Beach on Ocean Street in Port Macquarie. Whether seeking to enjoy a delicious meal with the family, experience live music...
V Wall Pavilion

V Wall Pavilion

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Nambucca Heads

Set along Wellington Drive in Nambucca Heads, V-Wall Pavilion is a relaxed coastal destination where fresh flavours meet laid-back seaside living. Overlooking the water, it offers the perfect spot ...
Mekong Thai Lao

Mekong Thai Lao

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Port Macquarie

Located in Port Macquarie, Mekong Thai Lao Restaurant invites you to savour authentic Thai and Lao cuisine in a relaxed riverside setting. Family-owned since 2013, the venue boasts a welcoming atmo...
Emerald Beach General Store on Fiddaman Road in Emerald Beach is the community’s go-to spot for great coffee, wholesome food and everyday essentials. This relaxed coastal hub serves breakfast and l...
Components Cafe

Components Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Dorrigo

On Hickory Street in Dorrigo, Components Café is a welcoming local retreat where wholesome food, great coffee, and small-town charm come together. Bright, relaxed, and community-focused, it’s the p...
Sisters on 1st

Sisters on 1st

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 AM

Sawtell

Situated at 12 First Avenue in Sawtell, Sisters on 1st is a bright, welcoming café that blends coastal charm with warm community spirit. Known for its fresh, nourishing dishes and quality coffee, i...
Modan Kitchen

Modan Kitchen

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Forster

Happy Hour At Modan Kitchen!Visit Us Today!Every Tuesday to Saturday from 4 pm-5.30 pm is Happy Hour and 8.30 pm-9.30 pm Fri-Sat for a late night $6 beers and $8 wine, plus $16 cocktails. Make a booking via the link below or walk in!