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Wollongong & The Illawarra Restaurants With Gluten Free Options

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"Iconic Venue that always delivers"
Boasting sweeping views across Wollongong Harbour, tri-level Harbourfront Restaurant on Endeavour Drive is stunning both night and day. Breezy outdoor decks and floor-to-ceiling windows make the mo...
Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Ruby's Mount Kembla

Ruby's Mount Kembla

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 6:00 PM

Mount Kembla

14 Chef Hat Award
Discover a quaint cottage complete with original floorboards, open fireplaces and memorabilia of a time gone by at Ruby’s on Harry Graham Drive in Mount Kembla. With three private dining rooms, a m...
Jin’s Place on Princes Highway in Fairy Meadow is a cheerful reinterpretation of casual Korean and Japanese dining. A moody vibe awaits indoors with slick black tiles, neon signage and blond wood t...
Meat & Grain Steakhouse

Meat & Grain Steakhouse

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Wollongong

The Perfect Winter Dish Book Now!Beef cheeks, served with mash, creamy spinach, and a rich beef jus. A warming, comforting dish - perfect for cooler days. Place a booking via the link below!
Steamers Bar and Grill

Steamers Bar and Grill

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

Wollongong

Restaurant & Catering Association
Succulent seafood and sparkling sea views await diners at Steamers Bar and Grill on Marine Drive in Wollongong. A blue and white nautical theme with hanging brass lanterns and blond wood furniture,...
The Black Duck

The Black Duck

Thai   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Wombarra

With a legendary beer garden boasting sea views, friendly staff and a retro vibe, The Black Duck on Lawrence Hargrave Drive in Wombarra is one of the most loved dining destinations on the Illawarra...
Osteria Lume

Osteria Lume

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 4:00 PM

Wollongong

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KG Cafe Kiama

KG Cafe Kiama

South African   $$$$$   Opens Fri 6:00 AM

Kiama

Find authentic South African cuisine on the menu and a chilled-out vibe ideal for leisurely dining at KG Café Kiama on Terralong Street. Be transported to the African continent with traditional acc...
Loaf Cafe Stanwell Park

Loaf Cafe Stanwell Park

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 6:30 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!
Lunch Special2-course Lunch SpecialEnjoy a 2-course lunch special for just $45 Wednesday to Friday and $48 weekends. Choose from an entree and main or main & dessert. Menu changes regularly. Bookings recommended.
The Oak At Illawarra

The Oak At Illawarra

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 6:00 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...
Minnamurra General Store

Minnamurra General Store

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 8:00 AM

Minnamurra

Did Someone Say Brunch?Order Now!We have a wide menu or breakfast and lunch items to choose from. Perfect for a brunch date! Either place an order via the link below or visit us in person!
"Sublime seafood & views to match"
Bombora Seafood

Bombora Seafood

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens Fri 8:00 AM

Wollongong

BomboraMonday - Sunday Come and join us for brunch with a fantastic view of the harbour and the ocean. Monday - Sunday 8-3pm and dinner on Friday and Saturday night till 8:30pm. Check out our menu and secure your booking...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Thai"
Hungry? Don’t wait around!Book Now!Booking a table at Harbour Thai is as easy as scrolling through your phone – fast, simple and all at your fingertips. You can even choose the date, time and how many people are coming! Click here -...
Debutant

Debutant

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Wollongong

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 Fri 5:00 PM

Figtree

Restaurant & Catering Association
When visiting the Illawarra region and the taste for authentic Italian cuisine calls, make your way down Bellevue Road to discover Figtree Gourmet Kitchen. As the area's longest-established wood-fi...
Madam Choi

Madam Choi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
"Amazing Woodfired Pizza"
Kneading Ruby

Kneading Ruby

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Wollongong

Are You Long Overdue For A Midweek Wine & Dine?Book Now!Are you long overdue for a midweek wine & dine? Pouring from 5pm. Join us tonight and enjoy some share plates alongside a glass of red, white or sparkling. Bookings made via the kink below. Walk-in...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Breakfast"
The Hungry Monkey

The Hungry Monkey

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 6:30 AM

Kiama

A trip down the South East coast is worth the scenic drive if only to try out The Hungry Monkey on Collins Street in Kiama, not far from the iconic blowhole and lighthouse. The smell of freshly bak...