Guidebook for Gwynneville
Food Scene
Reeks of cool with its bare bricks and eclectic menu, spruiking braised leek pikelets ($18) and salt and pepper tofu ($14) for brekkie and their Campos Coffee is a must-try
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Lee and Me
87 Crown StReeks of cool with its bare bricks and eclectic menu, spruiking braised leek pikelets ($18) and salt and pepper tofu ($14) for brekkie and their Campos Coffee is a must-try
Housed in a shipping container the co-op situation is an all-day activity with ample single origin coffee to keep you going
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Sifters
82 Market StHoused in a shipping container the co-op situation is an all-day activity with ample single origin coffee to keep you going
Adds Spanish flair to their breakfast menu, with La Española teaming eggs on toast with tumaca and grilled jamon ($15) or the El carnicero ($21) potato cake with morcilla sausage, chorizo, bacon, eggs and mojo verde
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Bull & Bear Cafe - Restaurant
2A Victoria StAdds Spanish flair to their breakfast menu, with La Española teaming eggs on toast with tumaca and grilled jamon ($15) or the El carnicero ($21) potato cake with morcilla sausage, chorizo, bacon, eggs and mojo verde
Overlooking Wollongong Harbour and giving a heritage building new life, this popular café draws the crowds and has a special weekend brunch menu that is well-worth lingering over
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Diggies Cafe
1 Cliff RdOverlooking Wollongong Harbour and giving a heritage building new life, this popular café draws the crowds and has a special weekend brunch menu that is well-worth lingering over
Involves a hearty Shakshuka ($18) or buttermilk pancakes ($17), and as they’re open through until dinner you can sample the menu across their three levels – finishing with picturesque sunset drinks on the rooftop
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Humber
226 Crown StInvolves a hearty Shakshuka ($18) or buttermilk pancakes ($17), and as they’re open through until dinner you can sample the menu across their three levels – finishing with picturesque sunset drinks on the rooftop
Known for their coffee and house baked pastries, but if you’re in the mood for something more hearty then they more than have you covered there too, think mushroom and feta Toast ($12.00) or house baked granola bowl ($14.00) paired with a full bodied Single O coffee
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Lower East Cafe
70 Crown StKnown for their coffee and house baked pastries, but if you’re in the mood for something more hearty then they more than have you covered there too, think mushroom and feta Toast ($12.00) or house baked granola bowl ($14.00) paired with a full bodied Single O coffee
Offers laidback yet elegant Italian dining housed in the North Beach Bathers Pavilion on North Wollongong Beach. The dishes are designed for sharing with woodfired pizza being a major fixture on the menu
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North Kiosk
1 Cliff RdOffers laidback yet elegant Italian dining housed in the North Beach Bathers Pavilion on North Wollongong Beach. The dishes are designed for sharing with woodfired pizza being a major fixture on the menu
They have mastered the art of slow roasted organic meats – trust us and their loyal following, it’s good! But if you want something on the lighter side then you can’t go wrong with their seasonal salads
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Beast
8 Crown LnThey have mastered the art of slow roasted organic meats – trust us and their loyal following, it’s good! But if you want something on the lighter side then you can’t go wrong with their seasonal salads
A foodie hangout, and the best part is it’s on every week, no matter the weather. This outdoor night-time food market has chefs working overtime to serve up dishes made of seasonal produce every Thursday from 5-9pm
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Eat Street Market
1 Globe LnA foodie hangout, and the best part is it’s on every week, no matter the weather. This outdoor night-time food market has chefs working overtime to serve up dishes made of seasonal produce every Thursday from 5-9pm
Pumping out pizzas that are made in a traditional Roman style – meaning crunchier and less doughy pizzas with traditional toppings, plus they prove the dough for 72 hours
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Da Orlando Wood Fire Pizzeria
348 Keira StPumping out pizzas that are made in a traditional Roman style – meaning crunchier and less doughy pizzas with traditional toppings, plus they prove the dough for 72 hours
All about cooking up the freshest seafood sourced locally. From its harbourside location sit back and take in the views and treat yourself to a seafood platter ($41.90) with a half bottle of Brokenwood Semillon ($22.90)
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Bombora Seafood Restaurant
2 Endeavour DrAll about cooking up the freshest seafood sourced locally. From its harbourside location sit back and take in the views and treat yourself to a seafood platter ($41.90) with a half bottle of Brokenwood Semillon ($22.90)
Renowned for their decadent seven course tasting menus (from $105 per person), but if you’re feeling in need of something a little less filling, they offer a three course du jour ($85 per person) from Tuesday to Thursday evenings
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Caveau
122-124 Keira StRenowned for their decadent seven course tasting menus (from $105 per person), but if you’re feeling in need of something a little less filling, they offer a three course du jour ($85 per person) from Tuesday to Thursday evenings
The historic house with chic whitewashed interiors sets the scene for a menu that is influenced by local produce and is inspired by eastern and western cultures. We have our eyes on the duck, pickled nashi, roasted eschalot, warrigal green and lime kosho ($39)
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Rookie Eatery
125 Keira StThe historic house with chic whitewashed interiors sets the scene for a menu that is influenced by local produce and is inspired by eastern and western cultures. We have our eyes on the duck, pickled nashi, roasted eschalot, warrigal green and lime kosho ($39)
Offers a modern Australian menu with sustainability and quality produce, a central mantra and plenty of seafood and international influences offering a touch of colour. The ginger and lemongrass fishcakes ($17) and White Boy Ramen ($15) are creations we can get behind
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Babyface Kitchen
179 Keira StOffers a modern Australian menu with sustainability and quality produce, a central mantra and plenty of seafood and international influences offering a touch of colour. The ginger and lemongrass fishcakes ($17) and White Boy Ramen ($15) are creations we can get behind
Offering small shares and large share dishes, such as the gnocchi with butter jus, pancetta and goats cheese ($24) or the lamb shoulder, broccolini and soft polenta ($28)
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Kneading Ruby
5 Crown LnOffering small shares and large share dishes, such as the gnocchi with butter jus, pancetta and goats cheese ($24) or the lamb shoulder, broccolini and soft polenta ($28)
A Vietnamese street food-slash-vegan hangout-slash-café with insta-worthy dishes that vary from traditional Vietnamese dishes to raw and baked treats
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Quay Canteen
157 Crown StA Vietnamese street food-slash-vegan hangout-slash-café with insta-worthy dishes that vary from traditional Vietnamese dishes to raw and baked treats
Teriyaki meets tacos at this Asian-South American fusion restaurant and bar. Dining here is all about the communal vibe, from their communal tables to their delicious menu, designed to share
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Dagwood
19 Market StTeriyaki meets tacos at this Asian-South American fusion restaurant and bar. Dining here is all about the communal vibe, from their communal tables to their delicious menu, designed to share
Primarily an espresso bar, Opus Coffee Brewers will welcome you with the coffee bar at the entrance, but out the back, communal tables will beg you to stay for brunch
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Opus Coffee Brewers
120 Keira StPrimarily an espresso bar, Opus Coffee Brewers will welcome you with the coffee bar at the entrance, but out the back, communal tables will beg you to stay for brunch
This is the go-to hangout for locals who know a thing or two about good coffee. Whether you prefer your brew batch’d, cold or just plain brewed, pull up a seat – or crate and settle in for the morning
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Son of a Gun
82 Market StThis is the go-to hangout for locals who know a thing or two about good coffee. Whether you prefer your brew batch’d, cold or just plain brewed, pull up a seat – or crate and settle in for the morning
Drinks & Nightlife
The Gong’s favourite small bar, with a curated offering of Australian and international wines and a mouth-watering selection of cheese for an enviable antipasti platter. Check-in early to nab yourself a seat for the evening
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The Throsby
88 Kembla StThe Gong’s favourite small bar, with a curated offering of Australian and international wines and a mouth-watering selection of cheese for an enviable antipasti platter. Check-in early to nab yourself a seat for the evening
A little laneway bar and burger joint that’s all about serving up burgers and brisket – think American South. The compulsory Shaketown shake ($8) with salted caramel or choc malt oreo to which a shot of bourbon or amaretto ($8) is a necessary add-on
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His Boy Elroy
Keira StreetA little laneway bar and burger joint that’s all about serving up burgers and brisket – think American South. The compulsory Shaketown shake ($8) with salted caramel or choc malt oreo to which a shot of bourbon or amaretto ($8) is a necessary add-on
One of those bars where people come for the tapas-style share plates but linger for the cocktails. We have our eyes on the boards to share; selection of cheeses, quince paste, grapes and crackers ($25) and the Charcuterie Board meats, cheeses, pork pate, blackberry compote and crostini ($30)
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The Little Prince
Globe LaneOne of those bars where people come for the tapas-style share plates but linger for the cocktails. We have our eyes on the boards to share; selection of cheeses, quince paste, grapes and crackers ($25) and the Charcuterie Board meats, cheeses, pork pate, blackberry compote and crostini ($30)
The local authority on whiskey and with a line-up of live music, you’re basically guaranteed a good night out here. Don’t worry, whiskey isn’t all that these guys get right – the cocktail list is definitely worth a look in too
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Howlin' Wolf Whiskey Bar Wollongong
53-61 Crown StThe local authority on whiskey and with a line-up of live music, you’re basically guaranteed a good night out here. Don’t worry, whiskey isn’t all that these guys get right – the cocktail list is definitely worth a look in too
Entertainment & Activities
Leap out of a plane that is cruising at up to 15,000 feet, then freefall at over 200km/hr for up to 60 seconds before floating under a canopy for 5-7 minutes, until you land on North Wollongong Beach. It’s intense and completely serene all at the same time. For something a little different, try a night jump when it’s the full moon
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Skydive Sydney Wollongong
Cliff RoadLeap out of a plane that is cruising at up to 15,000 feet, then freefall at over 200km/hr for up to 60 seconds before floating under a canopy for 5-7 minutes, until you land on North Wollongong Beach. It’s intense and completely serene all at the same time. For something a little different, try a night jump when it’s the full moon