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Wollongong & The Illawarra Modern Australian Restaurants

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...
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In the northern suburbs of Wollongong, Wolf & Woman Distillery is a boutique warehouse distillery and bar where craft and character come together. Founded by husband-and-wife duo Mark and April, th...
Situated on Addison Street in Shellharbour Village, Relish on Addison delivers an easygoing yet polished dining experience with a strong local focus. This informal contemporary Australian restauran...
Stacks Eatery

Stacks Eatery

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

Kiama Downs

Just steps from Jones Beach in Kiama Downs, Stacks Eatery is a breezy beachside café serving fresh Allpress coffee and flavour-packed breakfasts, brunches, and lunches. With smoothies and milkshake...
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,...
Experience Illawarra’s welcoming hospitality at the North Wollongong Hotel bar, bistro and function centre, found on Flinders Street and known more affectionately by loyal locals as the ‘North Gong...
Altitude 1148

Altitude 1148

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 9:00 AM

Bulli Tops

Restaurant & Catering Association
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...
Bulli Beach Cafe

Bulli Beach Cafe

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

Bulli

Overlooking the stunning Bulli beach, Bulli Beach Cafe offers a delightful escape for diners seeking modern Australian cuisine in a relaxed coastal setting. The inviting decor, featuring wooden tex...
Enjoy contemporary Australian dining in a comfortable and cosy environment at Red Nectar restaurant, just a short detour off the Princes Motorway. Drop in by day, where bright sunlight filters thro...
Silica Kiama is a modern Australian restaurant located in the charming coastal town of Kiama, nestled in the picturesque Wollongong & Illawarra region of New South Wales. With its contemporary déco...
Diggies

Diggies

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 6:30 AM

Wollongong

Situated in the vibrant suburb of Wollongong, Diggies offers a unique dining experience that captures the essence of Modern Australian cuisine. With stunning views of the coastline, this restaurant...