Winter Warmer Pubs and Clubs! Enjoy your beer, vino or cocktail fireside this winter in Wollongong and across the Illawarra.

Welcome to our insider guide to the best pubs, clubs and dining with fireplaces in Wollongong and the picturesque Illawarra region. When the temperatures drop and the air turns crisp, there’s nothing quite like cozying up by a warm, crackling fire with a drink in hand. Prepare to indulge in the ultimate fireside experience in Wollongong and the beautiful Illawarra area with our guide to best venues with fireplaces in Wollongong/Illawarra.

Best Pubs With Fire Places In Wollongong / Illawarra

The Bally Hotel141 Balgownie Road, Balgownie

A beautiful traditional pub choice with something for everyone. The Bally has a closed fireplace in the heart of it. Gigs are making a come back on Saturday night here. Plus lunch specials, a pool table and pub garden with heaters! Great for a family meal or a night out with mates.

Steamers Bar & Grill1 Marine Drive, Wollongong

Award winning venue! Lush fireplace with sweeping ocean views over the beach and Wollongong Harbour. and stunning array of locally produced and sourced food. – winner! Outdoor heaters for the outside dining too.

Dicey Riley’s329-333 Crown Street, Wollongong

Like your pubs Irish, traditional and your fireplaces open? Plus live music, pool, darts and gigs galore, Dicey’s is you go-to!

Lakeview Hotel4 Government Road, Oak Flats

Two huge fires here! Plus member happy hours 4-5pm weekdays, and a bistro serving up your pub classic meals.

Ryans Hotel138 Phillip St, Thirroul

Another pub classic choice with a lunch special. The pizza’s upstairs at The Deck Restaurant are also raved about…

Resin Brewery8 Station St, Bulli

Great beers a modern menu and whilst the fire is in a separate room, it’s worth trying the bag the cosy place fireside!

Headlands Hotel Headland Ave, Austinmer

Oh those ocean views! A lovely enclosed fireplace and a ripper menu with diverse drinks and cocktail list will warm your cockles.

The Scarborough Hotel383 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Scarborough

You can’t beat sitting in front of a fire with ocean views! Beautifully locally-sourced menu too. Perfect spot for cocktails or a feast – no matter the weather!

Beaches Hotel272 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Thirroul

The central enclosed fireplaces belts out the heat. Beaches is a great choice for cold days, the menu is diverse and the regular live music creates atmosphere.

The Imperial Clifton315 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Clifton

Historic, iconic, landmark, it is worth the drive up to Clifton!

Mount Kembla Village Hotel274 Cordeaux Rd, Mount Kembla

This old pub is a beauty, the beer is awesome and pizzas are delicious.

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