Best Casual Restaurants in Wollongong

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodJapanesePizzeria

Regions

Illawarra

Neighborhoods

BulliFairy MeadowThirroulWollongong

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

18 restaurants available nearby

1. BASTA Trattoria

4.0

Excellent(19)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wollongong

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to BASTA Trattoria, where the essence of Italy dances with contemporary flair! Delight in our signature cocktails, from refreshing twists to classic favourites, beautifully complemented by our authentic Neapolitan pizza that has been lovingly perfected over time and baked in our very own Marana woodfire pizza oven. Indulge in a thoughtfully curated menu of seasonal dishes, topped off with a cheeky dessert or two—because why not?! Under the expert guidance of Head Chef, Harry Tagg, we invite you to soak in the inviting atmosphere, whether you choose to dine al fresco or enjoy the charm of our cosy dining space. Our warm and friendly team is here to make sure you feel right at home. Join us at BASTA —where every meal is an invitation to savour life’s delicious moments! So come on in, bring your peoples, and most importantly, don’t forget your appetite! Mangiamo, amici!

A photo of Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar restaurant

2. Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(715)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creative Japanese • Wollongong

Booked 25 times today

Fire, smoke, and umami - RUKI is all about the good stuff. From the team that brought you Débutant Dining comes a new experience inspired by the late-night izakayas of Japan, right in the heart of Wollongong.Enjoy charred skewers straight off the grill, fresh seafood and cold beer. Take a seat at the bar and let us take care of you. You deserve it.

3. Roy's Restobar

4.9

Exceptional(42)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Wollongong

Booked 3 times today

A neighbourhood bar and restaurant sourcing sustainably grown and endemic produce along with high quality seafood. Focusing on intensively house made offerings from cheese and pickles all the way through to desserts. With an Aussie only wine and craft beer menu we are highlighting the best products come from right here and it's best to support local.Located in the heart of Wollongong, right near institutions like the Illawarra Hotel, we serve our entire menu until mignight and we'll never close early so whether you're knocking off work for a beer and snack or want a late night, intimate date spot we'll be here!

4. Dom on Burelli

4.6

Exceptional(7)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Wollongong

Booked 2 times today

Dom on Burelli is a place you can eat, meet for a catch up, or hunker down for a day to evening experience. Enjoy a Mediterranean inspired menu in our lower dining room, take a seat at street level and watch the world go by, or, sit outside for a more relaxed atmosphere in the covered, heated courtyard. With a menu including fresh local seafood, woodfire pizzas and more; there are options for sharing, solo dining, a grab & go lunch or casual nibbles and drinks. Pair your selection with something from our carefully curated drinks list and enjoy a casual fine dining experience in the heart of the CBD.Prefer an earlier start? Join us for breakfast classics, coffee and baked treats to dine in or take away.

5. The Icon

4.6

Exceptional(29)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Wollongong

The Icon is a restaurant and bar located in the heart of Wollongong, directly behind the IPAC theatre. Our menu has an American + Greek influence alongside the L.A. vibe the venue already carries. There are tapas plate options for those that love to share, plus we also offer main meals for those who don't. We offer lunch specials and Sunday brunches and something for everyone . The Icon is definitely a vibe and the food will blow you away like the venue itself !!The Icon is open all day for coffee and cake or join us for a drink at the bar with happy hour from 4pm - 7pm offering $5 tap beers and wines as well as $10 cocktail specials.We pride ourselves in supporting local suppliers and serving up great quality food to get you ready for a night of dancing (optional)We have live entertainment over the weekend, follow us on Facebook and Insta to keep up with all the latest on whats happening here !

A photo of The Coffee Club - Wollongong restaurant

6. The Coffee Club - Wollongong

4.0

Excellent(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Wollongong

The Coffee Club celebrates more than three decades of good food, great service and excellent coffee.Like all good stories, it began with a quest. On a 1989 evening in Brisbane, founders Emmanuel Kokoris and Emmanuel Drivas cruised Brisbane in search of an excellent coffee, but came up empty handed. Inspired by a gap in the market, they formulated a plan to take the world by storm – to create more than just somewhere for people to meet for coffee. A casual, comfortable and affordable experience, yet sophisticated and stylish. The Coffee Club was born, opening its first store in Brisbane that same year.From 1990, new director John Lazarou spearheaded a targeted marketing plan aimed at putting The Coffee Club front and centre for the world to see. The brand grew exponentially, focused on not only providing a great place to meet, but to be a brand that contributes to and involves the Australian community, year after year.

7. Ain't Nonna's

4.8

Exceptional(311)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Wollongong

Booked 12 times today

WE AIN'T NONNA'S! It's a simple as that. We love and appreciate all the Nonna's out there and the beautiful food they create. We don't want to compete with your Nonna's cooking, so we won't. This is our take on home style Italian cooking.

A photo of La Trattoria at The Fraternity Club restaurant

8. La Trattoria at The Fraternity Club

4.3

Awesome(175)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fairy Meadow

Booked 7 times today

With its cosmopolitan menu and an authentic Italian flavour, the La Trattoria is the perfect place to unwind with family and friends over a steaming bowl of pasta or one of our succulent seafood dishes. The La Trattoria is quickly becoming famous within the Illawarra as a different club dining experience, with large portion sizes of quality meals at very affordable prices. With a dedicated bar and room to comfortably seat more than 300 people, the team in the La Trattoria pride themselves on the quality of their food, cooked and served fresh by our fantastic staff.Pull up a chair in our beautiful Al Fresco dining area and enjoy a meal outside while the kids play in the enclosed outdoor playground!Open for lunch and dinner dining with sun and shaded areas, it’s that relaxed restaurant experience enjoyed outdoors, with quality food and drinks the whole family can enjoy!

9. Coldwater Creek

4.3

Awesome(12)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Wollongong

Coldwater Creek Restaurant is our buzzing lobby restaurant for beer, wine and cocktails after a long day exploring Wollongong. Or join us for dinner where we serve delicious contemporary Australian cuisine.

10. Il Bene

4.4

Awesome(93)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fairy Meadow

Booked 5 times today

The home of Authentic Woodfired Pizza in the Illawarra.Made from scratch using the highest quality ingredients, Il Bene will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy. Combing the atmosphere of a traditional pizza restaurant within a modern club environment creates an experience like no other. Under the expert guidance of our Italian pizza chefs; Claudio, Danilo and Stefano, Il Bene at The Fraternity Club offers our members and guests with authentic, hand-made pizza which you simply won't be able to resist.

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From verified diners like you

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Matthew
New South Wales •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Great new addition to Keira at dining. Standout was the spicy tacos and the corn ribs. The cocktails were outstanding!
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Ruki Robatayaki Grill & BarPrice: Expensive• Creative Japanese• Wollongong
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4.7
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FionaM
New South Wales •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
Always wonderful. Service is warm, friendly and knowledgeable. Food is outstanding, fresh, locally sourced, flavoursome, delicious. Lovely wines to match. The counter is perfect if you live people watching.
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Roy's RestobarPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Wollongong
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4.9
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Gina
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
Delicious food. Our waiter/ sommelier Andrew was very helpful knowledgeable and personable. Great wine list. Great entrees and pizzas enjoyed by our group. We strongly recommend it and we will be back.
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Dom on BurelliPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Wollongong
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4.6
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Jen
New South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 4, 2025
Very accommodating for a party of 14. One of the few venues that didn't require us to have a set menu with a price of at least $60 per person for a larger number of guests. Food was great.
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BASTA TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Wollongong
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4
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Yasmine
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 23, 2025
Great quality food and good service would highly recommended
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The IconPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Wollongong
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4.6

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