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Restaurant Santino

Restaurant Santino

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Wollongong

13 Chef Hat Award
Modern Italian diningAuthentic FlavoursJoin us at Restaurant Santino in Wollongong for modern Italian dining with fresh pastas, refined entrées and standout mains. Start with sourdough, olives or veal tartare, then enjoy dishes like pro...
Mother’s Day Beachfront Dining At Steamers Bar & GrillSunday May 10 | Book NowCelebrate Mum in style on Sunday May 10 with a beautiful three-course set menu at Steamers Bar & Grill, including a complimentary drink just for her. Enjoy dishes like yellowfin tuna crudo, chilli ...
South Sailor

South Sailor

Seafood   $$$$$   Open Now

Thirroul

South Sailor Socialsips & snacks For a relaxed coastal aperitivo, South Sailor Social delivers. Running 3:30–5:30pm, Friday to Sunday, it’s all about $10 cocktails and $10 small plates—think oysters, Japanese-inspired snacks and c...
"Iconic Venue that always delivers"
Perched along Endeavour Drive in Wollongong, Harbourfront Seafood Restaurant offers a refined coastal dining experience overlooking the sparkling waters of Belmore Basin. For more than 30 years, th...
Happy HourEvery Day!Clock off and head to The Hill Bar and Kitchen for the happiest hours of your day. Every afternoon from 3–5pm, enjoy icy Stone & Wood schooners for just $6 and sip on a classic Tommy’s Margarita fo...
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...
RUKI Robatayaki

RUKI Robatayaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Wollongong

Situated on Keira Street in Wollongong, RUKI Robatayaki brings the heat and heart of Japanese grilling to the city. Centred around the primal art of the robatayaki, the kitchen lets fire and flame ...
Cin Cin Wine Bar

Cin Cin Wine Bar

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Kiama

Bottomless WeekendsEvery Saturday and SundayChoose from 1 of 3 grazing or meze food options and a bottomless drinks package on selected wines, beers and cocktails for 2 hours. $65pp for our standard bottomless drinks package or ask us about ...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Thai"
Boasting a stunning waterfront venue and exotic cuisine to suit, spoil yourself and loved ones At Harbour Thai Restaurant at the ocean end of Addison Street in Shellharbour. Offering a spacious, op...
"Amazing Woodfired Pizza"
Kneading Ruby

Kneading Ruby

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Wollongong

Pizza & Italian Share PlatesDining & SharingJoin us at Kneading Ruby on Crown Lane in Wollongong for wood-fired pizzas, Italian share plates and more, all made with fresh, seasonal produce. Enjoy starters like garlic bread, oysters and crudo...
Halfday Deli

Halfday Deli

Pizza   $$$$$   Open Now

Wollongong

Tucked into bustling Atchison Street in Wollongong, Halfday Deli hums with warmth and charm. The moment you step inside, you’re greeted by the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingling with the ...
Ciao Cucina

Ciao Cucina

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Wollongong

Discerning Wollongong foodies head down Corrimal Street to find Ciao Cucina to appease cravings for authentic Italian fare. This traditional trattoria-style restaurant is a lively buzz of conversat...
Ruby's Mount Kembla

Ruby's Mount Kembla

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

Mount Kembla

14 Chef Hat Award
Osteria Lume

Osteria Lume

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Wollongong

Discover Illawarra’s only wood-fire restaurant to offer authentic Italian fare at Osteria Lume on Kembla Street in Wollongong. A rustic, industrial-style vibe awaits indoors with whitewashed brick,...
Sea Vista

Sea Vista

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Gerringong

Lagoon Seafood Restaurant