Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong

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!

Best cheap eats across Wollongong and the Illawarra RIGHT NOW 🙂

Wests Illawarra, Unanderra

Wests Illawarra run regular lunch specials fresh from their Artisan Menu: Members $12 | Visitors $14 Available Monday – Friday lunchtime. You can view their lunch specials here.

PLUS – every Wednesday evening, enjoy $10* delicious roast pork, crispy crackling, served with seasonal vegetables, gravy & apple sauce. Book your table now here. *Exclusive to members

Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Wests Illawarra

The Fraternity Club, Fairy Meadow

Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – The Fraternity Club

Lunch Specials are available at The Fraternity Club in Fairy Meadow. All served with a bread roll & homemade dessert (members only).

Monday – Friday $12.90 Members Lunch Special in La Trattoria

Tuesday $17 Woodfired Pizza from Il Bene Pizzeria, available from 5pm for both Dine-in & takeaway. Bookings and ordering available on www.ilbenepizza.com

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, Sage Hotel Wollongong.

Coldwater Creek Restaurant is Sage Hotel Wollongong’s buzzing lobby restaurant for beer, wine and cocktails after a long day exploring Wollongong. Join 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 that 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 comprise of their flavourful signature burgers, traditional Black Angus T-Bone, Wings ‘N’ Tins + Ribs & Rum. Book your table here now.

Wolf & Woman Distillery, Bellambi

Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – Wolf & Woman Distillery, Bellambi

Sip, savor, and socialize at Wolf and Woman Distillery! 🍹

Join us on Fridays and Saturdays for a unique experience featuring rotating local food trucks. Elevate your evenings with local beers, wines, and handcrafted cocktails.

We’re all about community, supporting small businesses, and creating a laid-back atmosphere for everyone, including your fur babies.

Cheers to good times!

Five Barrel Brewing, Wollongong

Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Five Barrel Brewing.

The $10 Chicken Burger is available every Thursday after 5pm at Five Barrel Brewing, Keira Street Wollongong. We can’t wait to try the newest addition to their burger range: The Chilli, Chicken, and Cheeseburger!

Warilla Bowls & Recreation Club

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Monday is $10 Steak Nights – Grab a 250g rump steak with chips and salad for just $10 (member price) every Monday night from 5-8 pm.

Tandem Tuesdays: $10* pizzas and $10* steaks – Tuesday nights from 5pm – 8pm (*member price. $16 for non-members). Choose between Rump steak with chips and salad from Red Sands Bar and Grill OR Creamy garlic funghi, margherita, pepperoni & 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 5pm every Wednesday night.

Thursday night is $15 Schnitty Night – Grab a 350g Schnitzel for just $15* every Thursday from 5:30pm (*Member price). Thursday also has “Thirsty Thursdays” with a jug of classic or passionfruit mojitos for only $25.

Friday has a $12 Lunch Menu – Enjoy any meal from the Red Sands Bar & Grill lunchtime menu for just $12, Monday – Friday. The Lagoon Street Container Bar offers $10 cocktails from 4-6 pm Fridays.

Members Happy Hour runs Monday-Friday from 4:30-6 pm with $5 schooners.

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 on a regular basis – best way to find out what’s coming up is to follow Steamers on Facebook here. CLICK HERE to learn more about Steamers’ new and updated menu!

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!

Join their VIP Birthday Club To Dine For FREE On Your Birthday! Indulge in their delicious Italian Inspired Cuisine Wednesday – Thursday in your birthday month, and your Main Meal up to the value of $25 is on them! Sign up here now!

PLUS when your party is 4 adults or more, they will include one Bottle of their Manager’s Selection Wine! Learn more/book your table here now.

Zeus Street Greek, Shellharbour – NEW Under $10 Range!

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Introducing Zeus Street Greek Shellharbour’s NEW mini classics under $10 range – affordable, delicious, available now!

The Mini Tzimmy under $10 range – chargrilled chicken, pork or lamb w/ chips. All the great flavours of the Tzimmy Classic but CUTE….and very delish!

The Mini Tzimmy is a great option for adults looking for a lighter, inexpensive meal or for kids (that will actually eat their vegetables!).

*Get a FREE Kids Meal with every $25 spent at Zeus Street Greek, Shellharbour. To redeem simply mention you saw this offer on Parents Guide Illawarra or What’s On In Wollongong!

Let the eating begin at Shellharbour’s popular, family-friendly eatery, Zeus Street Greek!

Outback Steakhouse, Fairy Meadow

Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Outback Steakhouse

*Kids Eat Free at Outback Steakhouse Wollongong every Sunday! Kids can also enter their monthly colouring-in competition for the chance to win a $50 Outback voucher! Plus – * Frozen Margarita Offer – All day every day at Outback Steakhouse Wollongong for only $10! (*T&C’s apply).

Monday’s offer is any burger on the menu for only $15.

Wings Wednesday: where you can buy as many chicken wings as your heart desires for only $1 a wing.

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

Award-winning Tabatinga Family Fun & Social Centre at Dapto Leagues Club! Tabatinga Drop & Dine Every Friday & Saturday night 5.30pm – 9.30pm. Enjoy some adult time while the kids are happy safe and nearby. Children must be 3 – 12 years old. For more information CLICK HERE

Want to find out our top pics for kid-friendly dining in the Gong? CLICK HERE now for our latest list over at our sister site, Parents Guide Illawarra!

Villa D’oro Takeaway Meals and Catering – serving across Wollongong

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Delicious take away meals for the family from just $40 and feeds 4-6 people, they also have single serves from $12. Let the awesome catering team at Villa D’oro take care of dinner! The home cooked meals are amazing! Due to popular demand, the taste of Villa Doro’s exceptional and popular Mediterranean/Italian meals are take away or delivery. They also freeze well for the nights you need back up! Learn more here.

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 Linguine or Chicken Arrabiata Fussili and a slice of garlic bread. In Italian arrabbiata means angry but you won’t be angry with this dish for the bargain price of $15.

Family Pizza Deal at Woonona Bulli RSL For only $45, the deal includes 2 x pizzas of choice, 1 x garlic bread and 1 x bowl of chips. For WBRSL members on Tuesday nights in the Brasserie.

Steak Out Wednesdays offers members 250g rump steak with chips, salad and gravy for $20.

Thursday is schnitzel night with 300g schnitzel for $17 (members only).

Bump Up Your Lunch (members only) Members can bump up any of WBRSL’s Lunch Specials meals for just $17.90! This includes a glass of house wine, beer or soft drink OR a coffee and slice from the café.

Kids meals include a free soft drink and ice cream with toppings.

Members gain access to exclusive offers throughout the year and enjoy up to 20% discount on food and drinks! Join from just $8 a year via the link here

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 Mid Week Lunch! Choose from Chicken Schnitzel or Beer-Battered Fish with chips, salad and sauce or gravy for just $15 – BOOK NOW HERE

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

Franco Pizza Bar have now launched their Aperitivo Hour, which runs Thursday – Sunday from 4pm – 5:30pm. Enjoy a selection of antipasti, drinks, and kids’ pizza specials for 90 minutes. 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, it’s an ideal way to spend these warm afternoons.

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, it’s an ideal way to spend these warm afternoons.

DRINKS MENU
$6 beer
$8 wines
$10 spritz

FOOD MENU
$4 oysters
$8 marinated olives
$10 prosciutto
$10 salami
$10 buffalo mozzarella
$8 kid’s pizzas
(we know the little ones get hungry)

Walk-ins 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 Hotel $15.90 Lunch specials Monday to Friday! Tuesday 6pm-9pm $4 Tacos. Wednesday $15 Schnitty. Friday to Sunday get $10 cocktails. Friday live bands and DJ party until late!

Burrito Bar – Globe Lane, Wollongong

Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Burrito Bar

Burrito Bar

Mondays: $2.95 Tacos (with any drink purchase).

Tuesdays: buy one item from the selected menu and get one free.

Uni nights Wednesday: 50c Wings (with any drink purchase).

Thursday-Saturday: $5.95 Burrito with a drink purchase.

Friday-Sunday: $15.95 ribs deal, half rack of ribs, fries and soft drink or beer, HOLA!

Daily lunch deals: $11.95 includes reg. Burrito, fries and drink from 11-4 pm.

Manjits – Corrimal

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Manjit’s Special Family Dinner pack. Take away (available from 2:15-9:15pm 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 $12.90 between 12-2:30 pm. Your choice of Butter Chicken & Roganjosh OR Vege Curry & 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. 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 here for details or to order online.

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).

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. Plus free pool on Tuesdays – not a dinner deal we know but worth a mention!

Collegians, Balgownie & Wollongong

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Collegians have some great deals to check out. There are many more deals available. Check out their website here for details.

Sunday nights: Pizza Bonanza night with pizzas and a glass of house wine for $18.90.

Monday-Tuesday lunch specials between 12 and 2 pm. Choose from a beef or chicken burger and fries for $11.90.

Weekdays from 12-2 pm get $8.90 for members ($10.90 for non-members) lunch specials. Mondays are chicken schnitzel, Tuesdays get braised lamb shanks, Wednesdays get a rump steak, Thursdays get chicken and Fridays is fish and chips day. All served with sides.

Weekdays you can also choose a roast lunch for $9.90 for members or $12.90.

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) – 70 cent 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.

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.

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 Bottomless Roasts Are Back. Not only do they have great Sunday Lunch specials but they also have a fan-favourite Sunday Roast. Only $35 per person for a meal only OR choose our $70 per person option to add on Beer & Wine. Get it today with all you can eat of the best roast in town. Bookings essential – click here

Corrimal RSL

Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Corrimal RSL

Jaffa at Corrimal RSL have lunch specials available every day of the week – click here for specials running Monday – Friday with $12 lunch specials, $13 roast of the day and $10 coffee and cake deals. They also have specials each day (see below).

Tuesday: All day: $8 burgers (members only)

Wednesday: All day: $16.50 Sirloin Steak with chips and salad (members only)

Thursday: All day: $9 Chicken Parmigiana with chips and salad (members only)

Friday: All day: $6 salmon cakes (members only)

Saturday & Sunday: $13 roast of the day.

City Diggers, Wollongong

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Lunch and Dinner Bistro Specials every day at City Diggers. Crispy pork belly, pank crumbed schnitzel, pork and fennel rissoles, or pan seared barramundi. All with sides for $16 each.

Rashays, North Wollongong

Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Rashays

Rashays in North Wollongong have lunch specials from $12.95 available Monday-Friday until 4.30 pm. Excludes public holidays. The specials include schnitzel & chips, chicken wraps, cheese burgers, creamy mushroom fettucine, fish and chips, and grilled chicken.

Rashays have regular weekly dining specials all the time that change – so best to follow them on their Wollongong Facebook page here.

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 Thursdays for the Tacos $4 each in Beef, Chicken, Pork, or Frijole. On Wednesdays get 50c chicken wings with your choice of sauce. Choose from maple glaze, smokey BBQ, and Frank’s buffalo sauce.

The Hungry Monkey, Thirroul

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 has happy hour from 4-6 pm with $10 cocktails, and $5 tap beers, wines, and spirits.

Honest Don’s, Thirroul

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Wednesday $12 Burger – Lunch at Honest Don’s – delicious!

Five Islands Hotel, Cringila

Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong – What’s On In Wollongong – Five Islands Hotel

Monday – Friday: Join in for your weekday lunch – at just $12 for a great range of light meals.

Mondays are $10 burger nights.

2 for 1 Tuesdays: Why cook dinner on a Tuesday? Purchase any main meal and get the second of equal or lesser value FREE!

Wednesdays get $12 schnitzels

Thursdays get $1 chicken wings.

Sundays are $12 pizza nights.

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