Here at What’s on in Wollongong, we love finding you the best cheap eats Illawarra-wide. Outsource lunch or dinner and enjoy these bargain dining deals across the Illawarra. Please Note: we endeavour to keep this updated regularly, but each deal can change without notice, so check the links before you set off!
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Wests Illawarra, Unanderra
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong
Wests Illawarra runs regular lunch specials fresh from their Artisan Menu: Members $12 | Visitors $14 Available Monday – Friday lunchtime from 11:30-2 pm. You can view their lunch specials here.
PLUS – every Sunday lunch (from 11:30 am-2 pm), enjoy $18* delicious roast (alternates week between pork, beef or corned beef), served with seasonal vegetables, gravy & apple sauce. Book your table now here. *Exclusive to members, $20 for visitors.
The Fraternity Club, Fairy Meadow
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong
Monday: Roast of the Day with vegetables. Tuesday: Chicken Parmigiana with chips & salad. Wednesday: Mystery Meal Wednesdays. Thursday: Chicken Schnitzel with mash & salad. Friday: Fish & Chips with salad.
Coldwater Creek Restaurant & Bar: Sage Hotel Wollongong
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong
Coldwater Creek Restaurant is Sage Hotel Wollongong’s buzzing lobby restaurant for 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.
Five Barrel Brewing, Wollongong
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – Five Barrel Brewing.
Five Barrel Brewing has a food truck with 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 heaps of ever-changing specials that range from plain to fancy burgers and includes vegetarian options. They also have fries, chicken wings, and other specials available. They also run a $10 Spicy Chicken Burger Thursdays special served with chips (pictured above). This burger has achieved legendary status and is worth drooling over that’s for sure!
Sunday Funday Family Game Day + Family Meal Deal – every Sunday from 12.30pm – 2.30pm Ready for a day of family fun like no other? Look no further than Five Barrels! Join them for a fantastic day packed with games galore! Game Day is every Sunday – with a Family Meal Deal once a month on the second Sunday of the month. The Family Meal Deal is two burgers and chips (your choice of cheese, chicken, or mushroom burger), two kids’ burgers, two schooners of their Organic Hazy, and two juice poppers for only $70! Let the good times roll!
The Shellharbour Club
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – The Shellharbour Club
$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, kids eat free with any main meal purchased from the FiftySix dining menu.
Thursday – Chicken Schnitzel Night 300g Chicken Schnitzel with gravy and chips. Available between 5.30 pm and 8.30 pm. $16 (M) $19 (NM)
Lido Lunch Time Meal Deal Small Pasta + Garlic Bread + Small Soft Drink Available Monday to Friday between 12.00pm and 2.30pm $15 Members $18 Visitors
2 for 1 Pizzas Get two Classic Pizzas for the price of one Available on Wednesday nights between 5.30pm and 9.00pm
Lido Date Night Large Gourmet Pizza + Garlic Bread + Bottle of House Wine Available on Thursday nights between 5.30pm and 9.00pm $34 Members $39 Visitors
Steamers Bar & Grill, Wollongong
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Steamers Bar & Grill
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 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.
Centro CBD, Wollongong
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Centro CBD
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!
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong
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.
Restaurant Santino
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – Restaurant Santino
Feed Me’ Menu They offer two set menu options ($69 and $80) which are perfect for groups, double dates and long overdue catchups, called ‘Feed Me’. Book now here.
Bottomless Lunch every Saturday Lunch (pictured above) Dive into a sea of flavour and fun every Saturday lunch with our seafood lunch! Sip endless prosecco, a selection of wines and a beer for 2 hours while you indulge in a cold seafood platter and a squid pasta to boot. Gather your seafood loving crew for the ultimate Saturday lunch getaway! Bookings essential here.
Bistecca Fridays – every Friday lunch Indulge in a Friday lunch feast like no other! Join us at Restaurant Santino for Foxground Bistecca Lunch Special. For the winter months ahead, enjoy our mouth watering 850g Bisteca for only $99 (normally $140), Perfect for sharing between 2-3 people. Bookings essential here
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Zeus Street Greek
Let the eating begin at Shellharbour’s popular, family-friendly eatery, Zeus Street Greek!
Level up your favourite ZSG dish and MAKE IT A MEAL! Get a small Yia Yia’s chips and soft drink/water with any freshly made salad, chargrilled meat, pita wrap or spartan bowl for just $6.50. Chargrilled chicken, pork or lamb w/ chips, tzatziki, tomato, onion, parsley and paprika lovingly wrapped in a fluffy pita.
Tabatinga Dapto – Dapto Leagues Club
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Tabatinga Dapto
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!
Woonona-Bulli RSL
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Woonona-Bulli RSL
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, 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 from just $8 a year. Learn more here now.
The Bally Hotel, Balgownie
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Bally Hotel
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
Villa D’oro Takeaway Meals and Catering – serving across Wollongong
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Villa D’oro
Delicious, authentic Italian and Mediterranean takeaway meals for the family from just $40 and feed 4-6 people; they also have single serves from $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.
The Ryan’s Hotel, Thirroul
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – The Ryan’s Hotel, Thirroul
Thursday night bistro dinner special at Ryan’s Hotel, Thirroul!! $20 steak night evening between 5pm – 8 pm. Enjoy a 3+ New York Strip Loin with chips and salad. The Ryan’s Hotel offers sensational service in a vibrant friendly atmosphere. Offering the choice of three bars, two restaurants one offering Italian cuisine and the other Thai cuisine plus a bistro and a drive through bottleshop.
Franco Pizza Bar, Thirroul
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Franco Pizza Bar
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 for $60pp. 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
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – The Illawarra Hotel
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
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Manjits
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
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – 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.
Thursday night is $15 Schnitty Night – Grab a 350g Schnitzel for just $15* every Thursday from 5:30 pm (*Member price). Thursday also has “Thirsty Thursdays” with a jug of classic or passionfruit mojitos 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.
Towradgi Beach Hotel
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Towradgi Beach Hotel
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
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – North Gong Hotel
North Gong Hotel, $9.50 Schnitzels every Wednesday lunch and dinner (vegan option available). T&C applies. In July, NGH will donate $3 for every $25 pie sold in their “Go Pie 4 July” event to Gotcha 4 Life. So make sure you support this amazing non-profit cause that helps build mental fitness for kids and adults, even running programs in schools. Plus, there is free pool on Tuesdays – not a dinner deal, we know, but worth a mention!
Collegians, Balgownie & Wollongong
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Collegians (Wollongong and Balgownie) 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 $8.90 for members ($10.90 for non-members) lunch specials. All are served with sides. You can also choose a roast lunch for $9.90 for members or $12.90.
Collegians Figtree has $12 ($14 nonmembers) lunch specials from 12-2 pm on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Collegians also run regular one-off specials, so make sure you check out their websites for more details.
Amigos Mexican Restaurant, Wollongong
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Amigos
Amigos in Wollongong host Taco Tuesday – Tacos from $5, $10 Margaritas. Wing Wednesday (based on availability) – 80 cent 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. Wednesdays 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.
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
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – The Living Room
Sunday Seafood Feasts. Indulge in a fresh seafood feast. Enjoy a six-course seafood feast for only $49 per person. Included are:
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 famous weekday specials, served all day at the club. Each day is different. Monday: $7 Chicken Schnitzel, served with gravy, chips and salad, Tuesday they have $8 burgers on the menu (lunch has a $6 zucchini slice too), Wednesday steaks for $16.50, Thursday $9 chicken parmigianas (and $6 house-made chicken rissoles), and Fridays have a lunch special of $6 salmon cakes.
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. Crispy pork belly, panko crumbed schnitzel, pork and fennel rissoles, or pan-seared barramundi, all with sides for $17 each. On Fridays, you can get $17 fish and chips with salad. Roast of the day is available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays for $18. On Wednesdays, they have a “Let Them Eat STEAK!” day with $18 rump steaks or $23 scotch fillets, both served with chips and salad.
Rashays, Warrawong & Shellharbour
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Rashays
Rashays in Shellharbour and Warrawong have lunch specials from $15.95 available Monday-Friday until 4.30 pm. Excludes public holidays. The specials include schnitzel & chips, chicken wraps, cheeseburgers, creamy mushroom fettuccine, fish and chips, grilled chicken, and more.
Rashays always have regular weekly dining specials that change – so it is best to look at their website for their most current deals.
Chimichangas, Bulli
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Chimichangas
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 burrito bowl. It’s so good! They have a delicious menu which includes some yummy desserts and great kids’ meals.
The Hungry Monkey, Thirroul & Kiama
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – The Hungry Monkey
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!
Honest Don’s, Thirroul
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Honest Don’s
