Looking for Lunch or Dinner Specials in Wollongong, Illawarra or Shellharbour? Welcome to What’s on in Wollongong’s guide to dining specials at our pubs and local restaurants. Discover bargain dining deals across the Illawarra. We include Wollongong’s best value lunches, dinners, plus fine dining deals too. Discover the best Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday Pub Specials near me!
Please Note: we endeavour to keep this updated regularly, but each deal can change without notice, so check the links before you set off!
Table of contents / Pubs & Restaurants Offering Specials
Members $12 | Visitors $14. View their lunch specials here.
PLUS – every SUNDAY LUNCH (from 11:30 am-2 pm)
Members pay $18 | Visitors $20 for a delicious roast (the choice is alternated each week between pork or beef) served with seasonal vegetables, gravy, and apple sauce. Book your table now here.
Feed the Family for $50 at Wests Illawarra – limited time offer!
Why spend hours in the kitchen when you can treat your family to a hassle-free meal at Artisan Restaurant at Wests Illawarra? Their member-exclusive “Feed the Family for Fifty” deal is available every Monday evening from February 3rd, 2025 for a strictly limited time.
Don’t miss out – this offer is available for a limited time only. Grab your loved ones and treat yourself to a delicious night out! Learn more here now.
The Fraternity Club, Fairy Meadow
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Plus Kids Eat Free Monday nights from 5:30-8:30 pm (with every main meal purchased).
Coldwater Creek Restaurant & Bar: Sage Hotel Wollongong
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Coldwater Creek Restaurant is Sage Hotel Wollongong’s buzzing lobby restaurant for a beer, wine and cocktails after a long day exploring Wollongong. Join them for dinner, where they serve delicious contemporary Australian cuisine and a series of signature specials.
What’s more? Every week, they have a fantastic lineup of specials to tantalise your taste buds even further! See their current specials above now. From succulent steak to seafood sensation, there’s something for everyone! Their daily specials include flavourful signature burgers, traditional Black Angus T-Bone, and more. Book your table here now.
The Icon, Wollongong
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Discover The Icon – Wollongong’s Best Bar, Cafe and Restaurant for DJs, Dining, Cocktails and Functions. Located in the heart of Wollongong, The Icon is the perfect spot to kickstart your weekend with drinks, delicious food, and tunes in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
With a diverse, produce-driven menu that blends American and Greek influences with a laid-back L.A. vibe, there’s something for everyone – including families and kids! Food is served until late and they are open from Thursday to Sunday.
Five Barrel Brewing, Wollongong
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Five Barrel Brewing‘s burgers have achieved legendary status and are worth drooling over that’s for sure! Five Barrel Brewing food truck has a massive range of delicious burgers, available every Thursday to Saturday at 12-7:45 pm and Sunday at 12-4:45 pm. They also have veggie options, fries, chicken wings, and other specials available.
Family Fun Day with Fun Messy Mates from 12:30-2:30 pm! Enjoy messy play with Fun Messy Mates! They provide engaging and creative activities for little ones, including sensory play, themed experiences, and plenty of hands-on fun. Take advantage of their delicious lunch deal: Get two burgers (choose from cheese, chicken, or mushroom), two kids’ burgers, two schooners of the Organic Hazy, and two juice poppers—all for just $70!
Scoundrel’s Rest
An exciting specialty cocktail bar and eatery has landed in Wollongong! Scoundrel’s Restis the Illawarra’s first-ever dedicated Rum Bar, serving up tropical neo-tiki cocktails alongside international, tapas-style food.
Big Kahuna Mondays: 4 pm-12 am– get a burger + cocktail for just $20! Start your week off right with Big Kahuna Mondays! $10 Big Kahuna Burgers and Tap Cocktails, plus $1 off all menu cocktails if you’re come dressed in Hawaiian attire. Every Monday. Book now here.
The Shellharbour Club
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$13 Members’ Lunch Special Available Monday to Friday between 11.30 am and 2.30 pm. $13 (M) $16 (NM)
Monday – Rump Steak Night 350g Chargrilled Pasture Fed Rump Steak with Chips & Gravy. Available between 5.30 pm and 8.30 pm. $15 (M) $18 (NM)
Tuesday – Kids Eat Free Tuesdays during lunch and dinner, members’ kids eat free with any main meal purchased from the FiftySix dining menu.
Thursday – Chicken Schnitzel Night 300g Chicken Schnitzel with gravy, chips and salad. Available between 5.30 pm and 8.30 pm $16 (M) $19 (NM)
Lido Cafe Special Bacon and egg roll with a large coffee for $12 (M) $15 (NM) Available Monday-Friday between 10 am and 2:30 pm.
Lunch Time Meal Deal Small Pasta + Garlic Bread + Small Soft Drink Available for Members Monday to Friday between 12.00pm and 2.30pm $15 (M) $18 (NM)
2 for 1 Pizzas Members get two Classic Pizzas for the price of one Available on Wednesday nights between 5.30pm and 9.00pm
Family Meal Deal 2 Classic Pizzas + 2 Kids Meals + 2 Kids Slushies Available on Thursday nights between 5.30pm and 9.00pm $45 (M) $51 (NM)
Gelato Deal Members get 2 scoops of gelato for the price of 1. Available all day, every day.
T&Cs apply. Specials not available on Public Holidays. (M) Member | (NM) Non-Member
Steamers Bar & Grill, Wollongong
This popular, award-winning beachfront dining location runs regular mouthwatering ‘Chef Specials’, which change regularly – the best way to find out what’s coming up is to follow Steamers Bar & Grill on Facebook here.
Steamers’ Share Feast Menu is here! (pictured above). Available daily, savour the world in 7 dishes for only $65pp | Minimum 2 people / Available: Lunch & Dinner. Bookings recommended. To book a table, visit their website or give them a call on (02) 4229 6895.
PLUS – Weekend Specials at Steamers Bar & Grill: Every weekend, they’re serving up exciting specials that change weekly, so there’s always something new to savour. Keep an eye out on their Facebook page here for updates.
It’s the perfect pairing you need for your Friday. Gather your friends, book a table & treat yourself to great flavours and good vibes. Book now here.
Centro CBD, Wollongong
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If you’re dreaming of an Italian escape for your birthday, let Centro CBD treat you to the next best thing to being there… they have a gift of a FREE main meal for you at Centro CBD!
PLUS, when your party is four adults or more, they will include one Bottle of their Manager’s Selection Wine! Learn more/book your table here now.
The Lagoon Restaurant, Wollongong
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The Lagoon Restaurant is thrilled to announce the return of their much-loved Lagoon Lunch Special! Join them at lunch time Monday to Friday every week to enjoy their delicious lunch menu. The new menu includes some of your favourites from their a la carte menu as well as some fresh new dishes. Choose from: – 2 course meal for $50 per person – 3 course meal for $60 per person. Check out the menus page on their website to view the menu. Click here to view the menu and for bookings.
PLUS – Enjoy live music every Friday and Sunday on the deck with their weekly Sunset Sessions, whilst sipping on their Happy Hour specials. They have a brand-NEW tapas and cocktail menu to quench your thirst.
Friday 4-7pm
Sunday 3-6pm
Looking for something more relaxed and DIY? Try their takeaway cheese boxes with a bottle of wine on the sand only footsteps away from the water. Please note that this is also a kid-friendly event. Learn more here.
ilu ilu Bar
Love your Indian food? ilu ilu is an exciting Indian inspired cocktail bar serving Indian tapas, located in the heart of Wollongong!
Starters & nibbles start from $8 a plate with their Tapas Share Plates from $15. They also have fortnightly food specials too which they promote on their FB page regularly here.
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Banquet Menus They offer two enticing set menu options at $69 and $80, making them the perfect choice for groups, double dates, and those long-overdue catch-ups. Treat yourself and your companions to an unforgettable dining experience that brings everyone together! Book now here.
Kneading Ruby
Kneading Ruby on Crown Lane is nestled in the heart of Wollongong and is a casual modern take on a pizzeria, featuring rustic dishes & authentic traditional pizzas made with fresh locally sourced produce, designed to share. The food is accompanied by an impressive wine & cocktail selection complimenting the flavours of the menu.
They offer two set menu options ($50 and $65) which are perfect for groups, double dates and long overdue catchups, called ‘Feed Me‘. Why waste a second pouring over a menu? Say the magic words ‘Feed Me’ and they will take care of the rest! Learn more here.
Tabatinga Dapto – Dapto Leagues Club
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Want to find out our top picks for kid-friendly dining in the Gong? CLICK HERE now for our latest list over at our sister site, Parents Guide Illawarra!
Three Flamingos Espresso – Albion Park & Unanderra
Three Flamingos Espresso, with locations in Albion Park and Unanderra, is a vibrant, locally-loved coffee shop that serves up expertly brewed coffee and a cosy, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its friendly service and relaxed vibe, it’s the perfect spot to grab your daily caffeine fix, whether you’re after a rich espresso, smooth flat white, or something a little more adventurous. With an emphasis on quality and community, Three Flamingos is not just a café, it’s a place where regulars feel at home and newcomers are always greeted with a warm smile. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick takeaway or enjoying a leisurely sit-down, you’ll find it’s the ideal escape for coffee lovers.
Woonona Bulli RSL
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Monday is Pasta Night at Woonona-Bulli RSL. Get a delicious bowl of Boscaiola or Bolognese and a side of garlic bread, with your choice of spaghetti, linguini or penne. All for the bargain price of $15!
Pizza Tuesdays! Members can enjoy $18 Classics and $20 Gourmet pizzas for dinner on Tuesday nights!
Steak Out Wednesdays offers members 250g rump steak with chips, salad and gravy for $20.
Thursday is Schnitzel Night with chicken schnitzel, chips and salad for $17 (members only).
New Friday and Saturday night – members-only special: The Wings and Ribs Platter for only $40 (enough for 2 people to share).
Lunch specials are available Monday to Friday from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm for $12.90 for members and $15.50 for non-members. See lunch specials here.
Bump Up Your Lunch (members only)From Monday to Friday, for only $5 extra, members can bump up their lunch and enjoy either a glass of house wine, a schooner of tap beer or soft drink OR a coffee and a slice from our cafe. Offer only valid for meals $12.90 and over. Offer not available on public holidays.
All Kids’ meals include a free soft drink and ice cream with toppings.
Members can access exclusive offers throughout the year and enjoy up to 20% discount on food and drinks! Join for just $8 a year. Learn more here now.
The Bally Hotel, Balgownie
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Bally Midweek Lunch (Monday-Thursday 12-2:30 pm – excludes public holidays)! Choose from chicken or plant-based schnitzel, or beer-battered fish with chips, salad, sauce, or gravy for just $16 – BOOK NOW HERE.
During February, Bally Hotel is raising funds to support Rural Aid. $1 from every Chicken Parma sold will be donated to Rural Aid! So you get to feel good about eating dinner out.
Get your Sunday roast at Bally Hotel and do away with the cooking. For $28 you get roast lamb, veggies, gravy and Yorkshire pudding.
Villa D’oro Takeaway Meals and Catering – serving across Wollongong
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Delicious, authentic Italian and Mediterranean takeaway meals for the family are priced at just $45 and feed 4-6 people; they also have single serves for $12. Let the incredible catering team at Villa D’oro take care of dinner! The home-cooked meals are delish! Due to popular demand, the taste of Villa Doro’s exceptional and popular Mediterranean/Italian meals are available for takeaway or delivery. They also freeze well for the nights you need backup! Learn more here.
Franco Pizza Bar, Thirroul
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Whether you’re jumping straight off the beach for a refreshment, catching up with friends after work, or having an early dinner with the kids, Franco Pizza Bar is an ideal way to spend these warm afternoons.
Franco Pizza Barhas dinner share plates, including antipasti, pizza, and dessert. With new deals being updated regularly, check out their website for more details. They also offer great prices on their food and drinks menu. Check out their website for prices and the latest deals.
Walk-ins are welcome, but we suggest booking to guarantee a spot.
The Illawarra Hotel – Wollongong
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The llIawarra Hotelhas Express Lunch specials from 12-3 pm Monday to Friday, with their motto being “15mins or it’s free!”. Gourmet offerings are updated regularly, so check out their website for details. Their specials now include pumpkin & pepita pappardelle, linguini mariana, pressed deli sandwich, potato & leek soup, and more! Check out their website for their regular specials.
Manjits – Corrimal
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Manjit’s Special Family Dinner Pack. Takeaway (available from 2:45-9:15 pm for dinner only) $34.99 1 x Entree, 2 x Curry (option Normal: 1 Non-veg and 1 Veg Curry, and Veg. option: Both Veg Curries), 2 x Plain Steamed Rice, and 2 x Plain Nan. (Set menu; entree and curries will change every day).
Lunch deals from $15.90 between 12-2:30 pm. Your choice is between butter chicken and roganjosh OR vegetable curry and lentils. Both come with steamed rice and your choice of nan bread or a soft drink.
All-day meal box. Available all day for lunch or dinner for $15.90. Special curry of the day with steamed rice and your choice of nan bread or a soft drink.
There are many more deals on their website. Click herefor details or to order online.
Warilla Bowls & Recreation Club
Monday is $12 Steak Nights – Grab a 250g rump steak with chips and salad for just $12 (member price) every Monday night from 5-8 pm.
Tandem Tuesdays: $12* pizzas and $12* steaks – Tuesday nights from 5-8 pm (*member price. $18 for non-members). Choose between Rump steak with chips and salad from Red Sands Bar and Grill OR Creamy garlic funghi, Margherita, pepperoni or Hawaiian pizzas from Pizza Dal Verde.
Wednesday night is $15 Pizza Night – Choose from 5 delicious pizza flavours at Pizza Dal Verde for just $15 from 5 pm every Wednesday.
Wednesday night is also $15 Schnitty Night – Grab a 350g Schnitzel for just $15* from 5:30 pm (*Member price).
Thursday is ribs night at Red Sands where you can Tennessee BBQ ribs, coleslaw and your choice of schooner or glass of wine for only $25.
Monday-Friday has a $14 Lunch Menu – Enjoy any meal from the Red Sands Bar & Grill lunchtime menu for just $14 for members or $15 for non-members, Monday – Friday from 11:30-2 pm.
The Lagoon Street Container Bar offers $10 cocktails on Fridays from 4-6 pm.
Members Happy Hour runs Monday-Friday from 4:30-6 pm with $5 beers.
Wiseman’s Park Bowling Club
Wisemans Park Bowling Club offers delicious weekday dinner and weekend lunch and dinner pizza specials that are sure to satisfy. They have a huge range of pizzas that are sure to impress, starting from just $14. Check them out for a great value meal in a relaxed and friendly setting.
Figtree Sports Club
Fancy steak for lunch? Figtree Sports offers a 200g Rump Steak every weekday from 11:30-2 p.m. for only $14. Open seven days for lunch and dinner, take a meal off and enjoy their delicious food. Tuesday nights, they’ve got a fantastic $15 chicken schnitzel, and stick around because Thursday night get dinner and a beer for $18.
Figtree Hotel
Figtree Hotel has $15 Pub Classics on Monday-Thursday from 11:30 am-3 pm every week, choose from schnitzel, fish, burgers, steak or pizza.
Towradgi Beach Hotel
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At Towradgi Beach Hotel, on Mondays, kids eat free between 5-9 pm. (One kids’ meal per main meal ordered). They also have a $12 schnitty night on Tuesdays from 5-9 pm. On Wednesdays, they have a $20 rump steak night, with chips and salad, from 5-9 pm.
North Gong Hotel, North Wollongong
North Gong Hotel, are participating in “Parma for a Farmer” during February, where every chicken parmigiana you buy means $1 is donated to Rural Aid. They also have $9.50 schnitzels every Wednesday lunch and dinner (vegan option available). T&C applies.
Collegians, Balgownie & Wollongong
Collegians have some great deals to check out. There are many more deals available. Check out their website herefor details.
Weekdays from 12-2 pm get $9.90 for members ($11.90 for non-members) lunch specials. All are served with sides. You can also choose a roast lunch for $11.90 for members or $14.90.
Collegians Figtree has Parmigiana Nights on Thursdays from 5:30-8:30 pm for $18 (M) or $20 (NM).
Collegians also run regular one-off specials, so make sure you check out their websites for more details.
Amigos Mexican Restaurant, Wollongong
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Amigos in Wollongong host Taco Tuesday – Tacos from $5, $10 Margaritas. Wing Wednesday (based on availability) – $1 chicken wings, 10, 20 or 30 wings, in four flavours: Franks hot sauce, chipotle, BBQ and Plain. Choose your dipping sauce, blue cheese, chipotle cream, ranch or coriander cream. Tuesdays also bring you tecate tins for $4, bulldog margaritas for $12, and pitchers for $20.
Illawarra Yacht Club, Warrawong
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Thursday nights: Enjoy a topped schnitzel every Thursday Night for $22.50- Parmi, Mexican or Hawaiian w/ chips and salad or veggies.
Sunday morning breakfast is sorted at the Illawarra Yacht Club. Indulge in great food and delicious coffee.
Seniors’ Menu: Enjoy a $15 meal from the new seniors’ menu when you present your senior’s card.
Illawarra Yacht Club run fantastic events, including Paint & Sip nights, messy makers sensory play sessions, and drag queen bingo nights. So check out their website for details.
The Living Room, Wollongong
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Bottomless Sunday Roast Their Roast special is back for 2025. All the roast pork, lamb and chicken you can eat every Sunday for only $40pp. This special is served with a selection of salads and finished with crispy Greek-style potatoes. Available on Sundays only and not applicable with any other promotion or discount available.
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Corrimal RSLClub
Jaffa at Corrimal RSL Clubhas lunch specials available every day of the week – click here for specials running Monday – Friday with $12 lunch specials, and a $13 roast of the day. PLUS- Pop down to enjoy their MEMBERS weekday specials, served all day at the club. Each day is different. Monday: $5 chicken schnitzel, served with gravy, chips and salad, Tuesday they have $10 burgers on the menu, Wednesday get a chicken parmigiana for $7, Thursdays you can get a steak for $17.50 or $10 beef rissoles. They also have a $14 roast of the day (for members or $16 for non-members). Sundays for the whole day they have a $18 (for members or $20 for non-members) roast of the day with a free dessert.
Jaffa also has the very special Jaffa High Tea Mondays-Fridays for $35pp.
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – City Diggers
Lunch and Dinner Bistro Specials every day at City Diggers. Housemade pork and fennel rissoles, panko crumbed schnitzel, beer-battered hoki, or pan-seared barramundi, all with sides for $18 (m) or $25 (nm). Plus they have a $19 roast of the day, available every day from 11:30 am-2 pm.
Rashays, Warrawong & Shellharbour
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Rashays in Shellharbour and Warrawong offer lunch specials from $15.95 Monday through Friday until 4.30 pm, excluding public holidays. The specials include schnitzel and chips, chicken wraps, cheeseburgers, creamy mushroom fettuccine, fish and chips, grilled chicken, and more.
PLUS – Kids eat free on Sundays!
Rashays always has regular weekly dining specials that change, so it is best to look at their website for the most current deals.
Chimichangas, Bulli
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Drop into Chimichangas in Bulli on Thursdays for the Tacos, $5 each in Beef, Chicken, Pork, black bean, or Frijole. Our favourite meal there is the Chimi’s Salad with prawns. It’s so good! They have a delicious menu which includes some yummy desserts and great kids’ meals.
The Hungry Monkey, Thirroul & Kiama
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Drop into The Hungry Monkey on Wednesdays for $12 burgers for lunch & dinner. Wednesdays also have happy hour from 4-6 pm with $10 cocktails and $5 tap beers, wines, and spirits.
On weekdays (before 10 am) get your takeaway $10 Grab & Go deal of a coffee and bacon & egg roll. Bring your keep cup for a $1 discount
Five Islands Hotel, Cringila
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Tuesdays: $20 main meals – indulge in delectable dishes that won’t break the bank.
Wednesdays: $12 chicken schnitzels (from 5 pm).
Thursdays: $1 chicken wings (from 5 pm).
Sundays: $20 roasts (from 12 pm).
Headlands Hotel, Austinmer
Headlands Hotel, Austinmer is serving up delicious weekly specials you won’t want to miss! Start your week with a free kids meal with every adult meal purchased on Mondays. On Tuesday, grab $12 tacos. Wednesday’s special is a juicy steak with chips and salad, paired with a drink for $25.00. Thursday features a classic chicken schnitzel with chips and salad for only $7.50. Wrap up the work week on Friday with a range of $15 pizzas (from 4 pm til late). Happy hour is from 4-6 pm with $5 house beers and wine (from 4-6 pm), $9 pints (from 6-8:30 pm) and $12 cocktails (from 5-7 pm).
Coledale RSL
At the popular local spot Coledale RSL, Rosso Pepe Italian Kitchen dishes up the wood-fired goodness from Thursday to Sunday. Lunch is served from 12-3 pm and dinner from 5 pm.
The Old Siam Restaurant, Thirroul
If you’re after a hot lunch in Thirroul you can’t go past The Old Siam Restaurant. They have a huge selection of authentic Thai dishes — all between $14-$15!
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