Wollongong

This multi award-winning restaurant was established in 1986. Situated by the sea where Fairy Creek Lagoon meets the Pacific Ocean, Lagoon offers spectacular views at its waterfront location. The restaurant's private dining rooms feature floor to ceiling glass doors that open up onto al fresco terraces.

Mount Kembla Hotel, a heritage-listed building and the oldest weatherboard hotel in the Illawarra, offers scenic views of the surrounding escarpment and an award-winning restaurant. Specialising in Gastro Pub cuisine made with fresh local produce, the hotel also boasts a boutique Australian wine list featuring selections from top regions. Enjoy live music on Friday nights and Sundays in a family-friendly atmosphere, popular among both locals and tourists.

A local Wollongong institution, Diggies dishes up quality food in a relaxed café setting, with views of the magnificent Pacific Ocean. Overlooking a thin curl of fine sand on a busy strip of beachfront, you'll find the white facade of Diggies hemmed in by beachgoers.

Steamers Bar and Grill offers breathtaking views of City Beach and Wollongong lighthouse. The restaurant pays homage to the area's history, when fresh produce was transported to Belmore Basin for shipping to Sydney. The menu focuses on fresh, organic, local produce, with a nautical-themed décor reflecting its industrial past. Known for its communal dining experience, the restaurant stands out in Wollongong by dry-aging and wood smoking organic OBE beef in-house, showcasing exceptional quality and service.

Collegians Rugby League Football Clubs have been at the forefront of the Illawarra area for over 50 years, with locations in Wollongong, Balgownie, Figtree and Port Kembla. Whether you're after a meal, a drink or entertainment, Collegians has it covered all week long. Dine at Kitchen on Charlotte for modern bistro fare, enjoy steak, pizza, and ribs at Factory, or savour daily fresh seafood at Six Fish. For something lighter, Much Ado About Coffee offers sweet treats and coffee throughout the day. With over 70 beers and 40 wines available, plus a craft cider bar at the Wollongong City club, you're sure to find something to suit your taste. Open seven days a week.

Altitude 1148 is a chic, contemporary restaurant that serves modern Australian cuisine within the Southern Gateway Centre at Bulli Tops. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a balcony affording commanding coastal views of the gorgeous region and Pacific Ocean.

Harbourfront Seafood Restaurant, with its panoramic views of sparkling Belmore Basin, has been serving delicious seafood for more than 35 years. Enjoy a selection of the finest seafood in an inviting casual atmosphere.