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Wollongong & The Illawarra Restaurants With Catering

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Proudly standing in the Mount Kembla region since the 1800s, Ruby’s on Harry Graham Drive is a much-loved, fine-dining restaurant delivering degustation menus to tempt all tastebuds. Nestled in the...
"Amazing Woodfired Pizza"
Kneading Ruby

Kneading Ruby

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00: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...
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!
Great buns make great burgers at Joe’s Milkbar on Russel Street in Albion Park. Nestled inside Albion Park Shopping Village, this burger joint is well-loved for its housemade buns and doughnuts, al...
Miss Arda

Miss Arda

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens Thu 12:00:PM

Kiama

A unique dining experience with Middle Eastern inspiration awaits diners at Miss Arda on Terralong Street in Kiama. Located in the heart of town, this restaurant is the perfect spot to dine when vi...
Rookie Eatery

Rookie Eatery

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00:PM

Wollongong

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Whether a first-time diner or seasoned regular, Rookie Eatery on Keira Street in Wollongong welcomes guests to a contemporary Asian fusion dining experience well worth remembering. Clean and casual...
Hemingway

Hemingway

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Dine with the ‘pasta pros’ at Ambiance Ristorante on Princes Highway in Unanderra. They not only make pasta at this authentic Italian eatery, they live, feel and breathe it; from breakfast until di...
Lucia's By The Sea

Lucia's By The Sea

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30: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   $$$$$   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 ...
Swap country or hurried city living for a weekend seaside escape in Gerringong, and when staying at Park Ridge Retreat be sure to follow locals to onsite venue, The Retreat Restaurant. Just a short...
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 ...
Sea Vista

Sea Vista

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Gerringong

Miss Lee's

Miss Lee's

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 11:00:AM

Wollongong

Bull & Bear Cafe Restaurant
Showcasing a panorama of commanding coastal views over Illawarra, Altitude 1148 is a dining destination not to be missed. Sophisticatedly chic, the smart design of this Bulli Tops restaurant demand...
JJ's Indian Restaurant Kiama

JJ's Indian Restaurant Kiama

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00:PM

Kiama