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Kneading Ruby
$$$$•Italian•4.8(1,955)Kneading Ruby is a modern Italian restaurant in the heart of Wollongong, offering a vibrant atmosphere with high ceilings and exposed brick walls. Enjoy a breezy café feel during the day, and an intimate setting for evening dining. Our menu celebrates rustic Italian flavors with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Savor our wood-fired pizzas with crispy, thin crusts and delectable toppings. Indulge in melt-in-your-mouth gnocchi, succulent lamb shoulder, and seasonal vegetable sides bursting with flavor. Whether you're having a casual lunch with friends, a romantic dinner for two, or a lively gathering, Kneading Ruby caters to all. Our set menus allow you to sample a variety of dishes, perfect for sharing and creating memories. Experience the warmth and charm of Kneading Ruby, where our friendly staff will guide you through an extensive wine and cocktail list to complement your meal. Come and enjoy a taste of Italy right here in Wollongong!Restaurant Santino
$$$$•Italian•4.8(553)Restaurant Santino is tucked away in the corner of a lively laneway in central Wollongong. Our Italian style bistro has a wonderfully classic feel, creating an ambiance fit for a dirty martini and a number from Nina Simone. Walls are adorned with art deco prints which set off this incredibly designed, chic space.
Our team of talented chefs takes pride in using only the freshest ingredients and creating dishes that are both traditional and contemporary. We make our fresh pasta daily, on a rotating menu so you can always expect something new and exciting.
At Restaurant Santino, we understand that a great meal deserves an equally great wine pairing. That’s why we have a cellar stocked with an impressive selection of wines from around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or just discovering the joys of wine, our team is here to help you find the perfect bottle to complement your meal.
Bar Lina
$$$$•Portuguese•4.9(73)Inspired by the bustling tabernas of Lisbon, Bar Lina is a cosy, fire-fuelled Iberian bar serving bold Portuguese and Basque flavours with an Australian wine bar feel.
It’s the kind of place where everything revolves around the flame—smouldering embers, blistered veg, and snacky plates that riff on the flavours of Portugal and the Basque coast.
Next door to Restaurant Santino in the heart of Wollongong, Bar Lina hums with warmth and energy. The wine leans Iberian and natural, and the soundtrack slides from the groove of prince to the head-nodding beats of Biggie. Expect stacks of vinyl, buttery lighting, and a room that feels as good as it sounds.
Whether you’re dropping in for a quick glass and a bite, or settling in for the long haul, Bar Lina is about good wine, good food, and music that moves the room.
While we love little ones, our restaurant is designed as an intimate space best enjoyed by adults. As such, we are unable to accommodate children, including infants and prams.Debutant
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.7(649)Showcasing Australia's best and rarest cuts of beef dry aged in house and butchered daily.
We are very proud to cook our steaks exclusively over iron bark the best and only way in our opinion.
Soak up the feeling of opulence in our dining room or enjoy a drink in our upstairs lounge, dark and moody inspired a New York loft sit back and relax, enjoy a snack or burger.
Indulge in the finest cuts and luxurious atmosphere, and savour the flavours that define this unparalleled steakhouse experience.
Established relationships with our esteemed suppliers, nurtured since 2019, grant us access to the finest selection of wagyu beef.
In our journey, we invite our guests to discover the diversity and profound taste profiles of the different breeds, cuts, and regions. Our extensive menu tells the story of our hard working farmers, offering an insight into the careful breeding, meticulous feeding, and dedicated care behind each variety.
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- JJohnNew South Wales •5 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoExcellent steak and sides, pleasant atmosphere and good serviceMore infoDebutant$$$$• Steakhouse• Wollongong•4.7
- NNicolaNew South Wales •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoThe experience here is consistently excellent. Food is fabulous (and thank you so much for catering so well to coeliacs) and the staff are just gorgeous humans. What a winning combination.More infoKneading Ruby$$$$• Italian• Wollongong•4.8
- KKatharinaAustria •2 reviews5.0Dined on May 13, 2026My friends and I had a lovely evening, with very delicious food and the best service ! Thank you so much, definitely going to come back soon.More infoRestaurant Santino$$$$• Italian• Wollongong•4.8
- SSaigeNew South Wales •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 4, 2026Loved everything about Roy’s! We will be back. Couldn’t recommend it more.More infoRoy's Restobar$$$$• Modern Australian• Wollongong•5
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