Best Casual Restaurants in Malua Bay

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodJapanesePizzeria

Regions

Illawarra

Neighborhoods

BulliFairy MeadowThirroulWollongong

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

18 restaurants available nearby

A photo of La Trattoria at The Fraternity Club restaurant

1. La Trattoria at The Fraternity Club

4.3

Awesome(175)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fairy Meadow

Booked 10 times today

With its cosmopolitan menu and an authentic Italian flavour, the La Trattoria is the perfect place to unwind with family and friends over a steaming bowl of pasta or one of our succulent seafood dishes. The La Trattoria is quickly becoming famous within the Illawarra as a different club dining experience, with large portion sizes of quality meals at very affordable prices. With a dedicated bar and room to comfortably seat more than 300 people, the team in the La Trattoria pride themselves on the quality of their food, cooked and served fresh by our fantastic staff.Pull up a chair in our beautiful Al Fresco dining area and enjoy a meal outside while the kids play in the enclosed outdoor playground!Open for lunch and dinner dining with sun and shaded areas, it’s that relaxed restaurant experience enjoyed outdoors, with quality food and drinks the whole family can enjoy!

2. Il Bene

4.4

Awesome(93)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fairy Meadow

Booked 5 times today

The home of Authentic Woodfired Pizza in the Illawarra.Made from scratch using the highest quality ingredients, Il Bene will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy. Combing the atmosphere of a traditional pizza restaurant within a modern club environment creates an experience like no other. Under the expert guidance of our Italian pizza chefs; Claudio, Danilo and Stefano, Il Bene at The Fraternity Club offers our members and guests with authentic, hand-made pizza which you simply won't be able to resist.

3. Ain't Nonna's

4.8

Exceptional(311)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Wollongong

Booked 11 times today

WE AIN'T NONNA'S! It's a simple as that. We love and appreciate all the Nonna's out there and the beautiful food they create. We don't want to compete with your Nonna's cooking, so we won't. This is our take on home style Italian cooking.

A photo of Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar restaurant

4. Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(715)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creative Japanese • Wollongong

Booked 15 times today

Fire, smoke, and umami - RUKI is all about the good stuff. From the team that brought you Débutant Dining comes a new experience inspired by the late-night izakayas of Japan, right in the heart of Wollongong.Enjoy charred skewers straight off the grill, fresh seafood and cold beer. Take a seat at the bar and let us take care of you. You deserve it.

5. BASTA Trattoria

4.0

Excellent(19)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wollongong

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to BASTA Trattoria, where the essence of Italy dances with contemporary flair! Delight in our signature cocktails, from refreshing twists to classic favourites, beautifully complemented by our authentic Neapolitan pizza that has been lovingly perfected over time and baked in our very own Marana woodfire pizza oven. Indulge in a thoughtfully curated menu of seasonal dishes, topped off with a cheeky dessert or two—because why not?! Under the expert guidance of Head Chef, Harry Tagg, we invite you to soak in the inviting atmosphere, whether you choose to dine al fresco or enjoy the charm of our cosy dining space. Our warm and friendly team is here to make sure you feel right at home. Join us at BASTA —where every meal is an invitation to savour life’s delicious moments! So come on in, bring your peoples, and most importantly, don’t forget your appetite! Mangiamo, amici!

6. Roy's Restobar

4.9

Exceptional(43)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Wollongong

Booked 3 times today

A neighbourhood bar and restaurant sourcing sustainably grown and endemic produce along with high quality seafood. Focusing on intensively house made offerings from cheese and pickles all the way through to desserts. With an Aussie only wine and craft beer menu we are highlighting the best products come from right here and it's best to support local.Located in the heart of Wollongong, right near institutions like the Illawarra Hotel, we serve our entire menu until mignight and we'll never close early so whether you're knocking off work for a beer and snack or want a late night, intimate date spot we'll be here!

A photo of Outback Steakhouse - Wollongong restaurant

7. Outback Steakhouse - Wollongong

4.1

Excellent(988)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Wollongong

Booked 17 times today

We are a contemporary, casual dining steakhouse restaurant beloved worldwide. Currently with 6 restaurants in NSW and 2 in Queensland. We pride ourselves on serving up variety; our unbeatable steak cuts are complemented by delicious choices of chicken, ribs, seafood, and pasta at a price for everyone. Our strategy? We’re the leader of the pack by emphasizing consistently high quality delicious food delivering a warm, welcoming environment.

8. Dom on Burelli

4.6

Exceptional(7)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Wollongong

Booked 1 time today

Dom on Burelli is a place you can eat, meet for a catch up, or hunker down for a day to evening experience. Enjoy a Mediterranean inspired menu in our lower dining room, take a seat at street level and watch the world go by, or, sit outside for a more relaxed atmosphere in the covered, heated courtyard. With a menu including fresh local seafood, woodfire pizzas and more; there are options for sharing, solo dining, a grab & go lunch or casual nibbles and drinks. Pair your selection with something from our carefully curated drinks list and enjoy a casual fine dining experience in the heart of the CBD.Prefer an earlier start? Join us for breakfast classics, coffee and baked treats to dine in or take away.

9. Evil Eye Cafe

4.3

Awesome(13)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Fairy Meadow

"Welcome To The Mediterranean" At Evil Eye Cafe Our Cafe's are all vibrant in colour representing different parts of the Mediterranean. Our food, desserts and drinks are vibrant and named after famous Mediterranean Island and cities.From our Mykonos Burgers, Istanbul Plate or Ibiza Pancakes you know that you're somewhere special. "No Passport Required"

10. Duck in Heaven

4.5

Awesome(75)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Bulli

Booked 7 times today

Cooking up delectable, mouth watering morsels of Char Siu pork & BBQ duck. Think Peking duck pancakes and pork bao. Fresh. Simple. Satisfying & Fun.

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From verified diners like you

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Cheryl
New South Wales •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was absolutely delicious. We had the Feed Me which was great. More food than we could eat for a couple. Service was excellent and so was the wine. We would have preferred a longer break between courses, so we could thoroughly enjoy each plate. We will be back to taste other delicacies.
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Ain't Nonna'sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Wollongong
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4.8
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Narelle
New South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I love this Club it's a great atmosphere, great Staff and fabulous food.
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La Trattoria at The Fraternity ClubPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fairy Meadow
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4.3
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LOIS
New South Wales •1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Very noisy in this area due to acoustics Had a lovely meal and service impeccably good
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Il BenePrice: Moderate• Italian• Fairy Meadow
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4.4
M
Matthew
New South Wales •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Great new addition to Keira at dining. Standout was the spicy tacos and the corn ribs. The cocktails were outstanding!
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Ruki Robatayaki Grill & BarPrice: Expensive• Creative Japanese• Wollongong
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4.7
J
Jen
New South Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 4, 2025
Very accommodating for a party of 14. One of the few venues that didn't require us to have a set menu with a price of at least $60 per person for a larger number of guests. Food was great.
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BASTA TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Wollongong
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