OUR NEVER QUITE COMPLETE GUIDE TO EATING OUT IN THE ILLAWARRA
It’s so hard to decide!
From the funky cafe scene in Thirroul to the beachside burgers in Kiama, it’s a food lovers oasis right here in the Illawarra. Boasting fine dining restaurants as well as picturesque locations, this region offers a menu to suit every taste and occasion. From the boutique small bars in Wollongong to the loud and friendly family dining venues – eating out in the Illawarra is always a great way to spend time with your favourite people.
We love getting to know our local chefs, baristas and business owners here at The List, and want to spread the word about some of the fantastic dining options that are on offer in our area.
Check out our “Articles” page to read about some of the local cafes, restaurants and drinking venues that you might already know, or need to try! You can follow our Facebook Page to stay up to date and don’t forget to let us know about a local venue that you’d like us to feature.
There simply aren’t enough meal opportunities to try out all the great places to eat out in the Illawarra, but we’ll give it a red hot go!

Illawarra Sushi Restaurants you should try
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Stay home – local businesses delivering groceries in the illawarra
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Christmas Lunch in the Illawarra
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Chatting over coffee at Brown Sugar Espresso Bar
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Meet the Chef – Table 426 Corrimal
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The List acknowledges the traditional custodians of this beautiful land, Dharawal Country, and we pay respect to their elders, both past and present. We are privileged to be able to live and work on these lands.
Always was, and always will be.