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1. Restaurant Santino

4.8

Exceptional(560)

$$$$

• Italian • Wollongong

Booked 24 times today

Restaurant Santino is tucked away in the corner of a lively laneway in central Wollongong. Our Italian style bistro has a wonderfully classic feel, creating an ambiance fit for a dirty martini and a number from Nina Simone. Walls are adorned with art deco prints which set off this incredibly designed, chic space. Our team of talented chefs takes pride in using only the freshest ingredients and creating dishes that are both traditional and contemporary. We make our fresh pasta daily, on a rotating menu so you can always expect something new and exciting.At Restaurant Santino, we understand that a great meal deserves an equally great wine pairing. That’s why we have a cellar stocked with an impressive selection of wines from around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or just discovering the joys of wine, our team is here to help you find the perfect bottle to complement your meal.

2. Kneading Ruby

4.8

Exceptional(1965)

$$$$

• Italian • Wollongong

Booked 37 times today

Kneading Ruby is a modern Italian restaurant in the heart of Wollongong, offering a vibrant atmosphere with high ceilings and exposed brick walls. Enjoy a breezy café feel during the day, and an intimate setting for evening dining. Our menu celebrates rustic Italian flavors with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Savor our wood-fired pizzas with crispy, thin crusts and delectable toppings. Indulge in melt-in-your-mouth gnocchi, succulent lamb shoulder, and seasonal vegetable sides bursting with flavor. Whether you're having a casual lunch with friends, a romantic dinner for two, or a lively gathering, Kneading Ruby caters to all. Our set menus allow you to sample a variety of dishes, perfect for sharing and creating memories. Experience the warmth and charm of Kneading Ruby, where our friendly staff will guide you through an extensive wine and cocktail list to complement your meal. Come and enjoy a taste of Italy right here in Wollongong!

3. Bar Lina

4.8

Exceptional(77)

$$$$

• Portuguese • Wollongong

Booked 5 times today

Inspired by the bustling tabernas of Lisbon, Bar Lina is a cosy, fire-fuelled Iberian bar serving bold Portuguese and Basque flavours with an Australian wine bar feel.It’s the kind of place where everything revolves around the flame—smouldering embers, blistered veg, and snacky plates that riff on the flavours of Portugal and the Basque coast.Next door to Restaurant Santino in the heart of Wollongong, Bar Lina hums with warmth and energy. The wine leans Iberian and natural, and the soundtrack slides from the groove of prince to the head-nodding beats of Biggie. Expect stacks of vinyl, buttery lighting, and a room that feels as good as it sounds.Whether you’re dropping in for a quick glass and a bite, or settling in for the long haul, Bar Lina is about good wine, good food, and music that moves the room.While we love little ones, our restaurant is designed as an intimate space best enjoyed by adults. As such, we are unable to accommodate children, including infants and prams.

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4. Pellegrino 2000

4.6

Exceptional(1390)

$$$$

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 43 times today

Pellegrino 2000 is a romantic restaurant. The reviews praise its 'intimate', 'warm and vibrant' ambiance, with some even calling it 'very romantic'. The Italian cuisine and excellent service are also noted. It's the perfect place for a date night with its 'delicious food and wine' and 'great ambience'.

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5. Ester

4.8

Exceptional(165)

$$$$

• Modern Australian • Chippendale

Booked 29 times today

Ester is a restaurant powered by fire in a pared back, industrially inspired room in Sydney's Chippendale. Head chef Mat Lindsay's produce led approach to food - with an emphasis on native ingredients - is paired with a thoughtful wine list of natural wines from Australia and around the world.

6. Debutant

4.6

Exceptional(657)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Wollongong

Booked 17 times today

Showcasing Australia's best and rarest cuts of beef dry aged in house and butchered daily. We are very proud to cook our steaks exclusively over iron bark the best and only way in our opinion. Soak up the feeling of opulence in our dining room or enjoy a drink in our upstairs lounge, dark and moody inspired a New York loft sit back and relax, enjoy a snack or burger.Indulge in the finest cuts and luxurious atmosphere, and savour the flavours that define this unparalleled steakhouse experience.Established relationships with our esteemed suppliers, nurtured since 2019, grant us access to the finest selection of wagyu beef.In our journey, we invite our guests to discover the diversity and profound taste profiles of the different breeds, cuts, and regions. Our extensive menu tells the story of our hard working farmers, offering an insight into the careful breeding, meticulous feeding, and dedicated care behind each variety.

7. Ennui

4.8

Exceptional(76)

$$$$

• French • Haymarket

Booked 9 times today

ENNUI. Enjoy modern French inspired cuisine in the heart of Haymarket. Our signature dish, The Duck Ennui, is dry-aged and house-smoked to perfection, featuring irresistibly crispy skin and succulent, tender meat. Find us a short stroll to the Capitol Theatre & Central Station. We have a wide range of cocktails, Fine Wine and rare Japanese Whiskey and Scotch for you to sample. Pre-theatre, bar, corporate & dinner seven days a week

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8. Poly

4.8

Exceptional(240)

$$$$

• Modern Australian • Darlinghurst

Booked 26 times today

Poly is a wine bar by Mat Lindsay and the team from Ester. We take reservations but always save space for walk-ins. If you cant find a reservation online please give us a call or walk in!Bookings are online only, please use the widget to check availability.

9. Jazushi

4.6

Exceptional(108)

$$$$

• Japanese • Surry Hills

Booked 10 times today

"Jazushi offers Sydney's best blend of exquisite Japanese fusion cuisine, professional service and the finest live jazz entertainment WED, FRI, SAT and SUN nights. Tucked away on Devonshire St just minutes walk from Central Station and the famous Belvoir Theatre, Jazushi offers a stylish and elegant dining experience that promises to be as pleasing to the ear as it is to the palate. Consisting of three grant dining area, Jazushi is ideal for any occasion. The main dining room provides an ambient atmosphere to best enjoy live music, while the gorgeous outdoor Terrace and spacious Red Room provide the perfect solution for any function needs. Come and experience Sydney's best kept secret!!"

10. The Potting Shed

4.4

Awesome(4186)

$$$$

• Modern Australian • Alexandria

Booked 69 times today

The Potting Shed is a place to meet, eat, drink, relax and chat your day and night away – where hanging plants, terracotta pots and timber beams meet brass, brick and iron. Where you can plant yourself down on the swing seat, bench or at the bar and feel like you are on your family’s porch.It’s a lively place where you can hoe into fresh, locally harvested produce, delivered by our shed-hands. The same hands that will deliver you good-natured banter, craft beers on tap, great tasting wines and unique cocktails.The menu offers cozy share options for groups, three course substantial meal choices for those wanting to make an evening of it and a fun selection of nibbles for people wanting a light after-work snack with their cocktails or a share jug amongst friends.Plus, enjoy exclusive after-dark access to The Grounds of Alexandria's latest laneway attractions when you dine in!

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Afrim
New South Wales •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Zero complaints. Very nice looking restaurant. Staff and service were exceptional, very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. Food was fresh and rich in flavour.
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Restaurant Santino$$$$• Italian• Wollongong
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4.8
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David
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Meal was superb. How could simple ingredients create such incredible flavours. Try it and match it with their eclectic wine list. Do it!
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Poly$$$$• Modern Australian• Darlinghurst
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4.8
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Louise
New South Wales •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had a great night at Bar Lina. Really friendly and professional staff; a great vibe and excellent food.
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Bar Lina$$$$• Portuguese• Wollongong
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4.8
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Joedy
Sydney •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 17, 2026
It was our first dinner here but it won't be the last. Everything was great from start to finish, nothing to fault at all.
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Debutant$$$$• Steakhouse• Wollongong
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4.6
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jaida
New South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 10, 2026
Me and two of my friends went out to eat last night and to say it was good would be an understatement!! It was phenomenal. The atmosphere of kneading ruby but also how lovely and kind the staff were just topped the whole night off! From the very first moment we walked in to the very last second we walked out, we were greeted by the most sweetest people ever!! The food was amazing and size was great for the price too!! We’re definitely coming back here and making it an essential stop on our girls night!
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Kneading Ruby$$$$• Italian• Wollongong
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4.8

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