Restaurants near Penguin Mews

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10 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Merimbula RSL Club restaurant

1. Merimbula RSL Club

4.6

Exceptional(440)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Merimbula

Booked 29 times today

Merimbula RSL Club is in the heart of beautiful coastal region known as the NSW Sapphire Coast. We are a relaxed family friendly club with stunning views over the lake and ocean. With an excellent rating on TripAdvisor our club has something for everyone including a restaurant, cafe, sports bar, bottleshop and free live entertainment. We’re friendly, we’re fun and we are one big family. The Merimbula RSL truly offers ‘something for everyone’!

2. Dulcie's Cottage

4.6

Exceptional(691)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Merimbula

Booked 28 times today

Dulcie's is a reimagined family cottage turned restaurant bar. The menu consists of a small selection of tasty burgers, oysters, seasonal cocktails, delicious wine, and friendly chat. Dulcie’s has a long bar to sit at, a beer garden to hang in, a fireplace to warm up next to. All of our menus consider local produce and the atmosphere we aim to create is cosy, fun and comfortable. Think cool grandma crossed with cheeky grandpa vibes.

3. Valentina

4.7

Exceptional(860)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Merimbula

Booked 22 times today

Valentina serves up a one of a kind dining experience of over the picturesque surrounds of Merimbula lake. Now more than ever, Valentina values the feeling of being transported. The space has been curated to satisfy all of your Mediterranean beach holiday cravings.Floor to ceiling glass takes you outside, and the coastal produce of the lake comes inside onto your plate. Valentina’s dishes are designed to be shared with friends and family, served one after the other from the kitchen while diners lounge comfortably on abundant soft furnishings. Everything about Valentina’s lulls you into a sweet long lunch holiday vibe.

4. Superette

4.7

Exceptional(47)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Merimbula

Booked 13 times today

A casual continental Wine Bar and store with Petit Bistro and Restaurant in the heart of Merimbula, serving the best quality produce sourced locally and the finest delicatessen from Australia and abroad. Over 450 wines to choose from with a full cocktail and drinks menu served all day. Dine and drink at the bar and bistro or perch yourself street side with our alfresco seating. Open 7 days form 12pm for your convenience. Everyone and anyone welcome. Mixed Business, Noon & Nights.

5. Umi-Ko Izakaya

4.6

Exceptional(70)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Merimbula

Booked 16 times today

Japanese izakaya in the heart of Merimbula- 56 Market Street, Merimbula

6. Santa Fe

4.4

Awesome(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Merimbula

Booked 23 times today

Santa Fe is a warm and welcoming family friendly Mexican restaurant & bar located in the middle of the Merimbula CBD with incredible views over Merimbula Lake through to Bar Beach. We offer a high level of service in a casual atmosphere.The beautiful vistas are visible from all of our three dining areas front open air deck and our rear covered deck. Our menu includes a broad range of Mexican food favourites. We also feature excellent cocktails, wines and Mexican and local beers as well to make it a complete experience.Located on the first floor of The Plaza. Access from Beach Street via stairs or use the lift next to Dwyers Real Estate.Your hosts Peter and Jodie Dunnage are well known locally for their fabulous service and attention to the diners experience. We are proud to be the Travellers Choice for Mexican on the South Coast through Australian Good Food Guide.

7. Bar Monti

4.6

Exceptional(219)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Merimbula

Booked 18 times today

Casual Italian eatery down the laneway, 6/11 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula NSW.Monti’s menu is seasonal with a focus on fresh pasta. We aim to use the best local and Australian produce to reinterpret Italian classics.We offer a modern approach to an authentic Italian dining experience- a space for family and friends, tasty food, fine wine and good times.

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8. Goodenia Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(14)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Merimbula

Booked 8 times today

Many Flavours of Goodenia Restaurant! Get ready to indulge at Goodenia Restaurant, where every bite bursts with flavour! From fresh-caught seafood to succulent local oysters, dumpling delights, and exciting desserts, we serve up the best of Merimbula. Set within the stunning Robyn's Nest, it's the perfect spot for a meal that will leave you craving more. Book your table now and dive into a delicious adventure!

9. il Passaggio

4.6

Exceptional(345)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bermagui

Booked 13 times today

il Passaggio is a licenced modern Italian Restaurant at the Fishermen's Wharf in the Far South Coast NSW sea-side town of Bermagui. You can come and have a quick glass of wine with an antipasti or pizza, or you can sit on the banquette and look at the boats in the harbour while you enjoy a three course lunch or dinner. We have a simple menu that uses as much local produce as we can find. The South Coast of NSW offers up many wonderful ingredients and our simple Italian menu aims to keep the integrity of each one.

10. Mimosa Wines

4.9

Exceptional(429)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • Bermagui

Booked 8 times today

A boutique family owned gastronomic restaurant on the South Coast of NSW. We offer a 3 course lunch & dinner menu ($110pp) with optional wine pairing ($50pp).Head chef Jan Semmelhack is a unique creator, focused on the superb local produce of the South Coast which results in a unique dining experience. Originally from Germany, Jan was the head pastry chef in two Michelin star restaurant in Berlin. Be sure to try his exceptional desserts to complete your Mimosa sensory adventure!Our wine list has been curated to highlight snippets of the best of Australian & New Zealand wines. We showcase small, up and coming producers, as well as some of the more established winemakers. Due to our continued commitment to sustainability, we favour growers who embrace organic & biodynamic farming practices.

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Updated on 1/11/2025

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Stacey
Canberra •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Sensational meals. Fresh, stunning flavours & great sizes. Friendly, engaging staff, keen to help. Tables cleared as soon as meals finished efficiently. Highly recommended for an affordable but more importantly an enjoyable night out.
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Merimbula RSL ClubPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Merimbula
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4.6
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Daryl
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Awesome place , heaps of historical value apon the walls , can’t wait to dine there again when we visit Merimbula again
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Dulcie's CottagePrice: Moderate• Australian• Merimbula
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4.6
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Jennifer
New South Wales •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great service, lovely food (recommend ham hock croquets and wagu steak) and ambience.
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SuperettePrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Merimbula
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4.7
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Rachael
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Exceptional in every way, best dining experience we’ve had in a long time, actually ever! We’ll be back.
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ValentinaPrice: Expensive• Australian• Merimbula
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4.7
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Kim
Western Australia •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Everything was absolutely delicious! Great service and ambiance, look forward to many future visits
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Umi-Ko IzakayaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Merimbula
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4.6

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