If you’re like us, you’re probably heading to the South Coast like the rest of Canberra this summer. If you’ve fallen into the habit of simply walking to the beach and back… and not much else (look, that’s fine too), if you find yourself a little bored one day, why not explore the area a little more and check out these incredible foodie spots!

Milton

Cupitt’s Estate

Take in the stunning view of Cupitt’s Estate while you sip on house-made wine, beer, cheese and locally sourced food. With a wonderful range of experiences to enjoy, choose an excellent Mediterranean dining experience in the restaurant, casual eats on the lawn, a wine tour in the cellar or cosy up for a night or two in one of the Estate’s Luxury Pods.

Milton Hotel

Right in the heart of Milton sits the historic pub. Whether you want a cold beer on the deck on a summer’s day, a cocktail on a Friday night, or a Sunday feed with your family and friends, the Milton Hotel offers more than just a country pub. With their own Dangerous Ale brewery on site and an elevated BBQ and wood-fired menu, it’s a hotspot for locals and travellers alike.

Small Town Food + Wine

A local gem for foodies, Small Town Food + Wine showcases Mediterranean dishes, where food is humble honest and full of flavour. A simple, yet creative menu, choose from a vibrant array of shared dishes and exquisite local wines.

Mollymook

Rick Stein at Bannisters

The iconic Rick Stein at Bannisters is a truly memorable dining experience for those foodies who love seafood. Perched up high on a breathtaking sweep of the South Coast headland, the menu highlights incredibly fresh local seafood and produce in Rick Stein’s beloved style.

Gwylo

Sharing their favourite Asian street eats, exotic cocktails, house brews and classic tunes, Gwylo is the go-to for those looking for a vibrant, bustling restaurant. Designed to share, the flavour-packed menu follows through small eats to larger plates heroing seafood, meat and heaps of veggie dishes.

Narooma & Bermagui

The Oyster Farmers Daughter

Get some of the best oysters on the South Coast from The Oyster Farmers Daughter. The owners, who have experience in oyster farming, source only the highest quality Sydney Rock Oysters and sell them from their food trailer on the Wagonga Inlet. Serving their oysters in a variety of ways, enjoy them with a wine or two or buy them to take home.

Mimosa Wines  

Situated in a tranquil valley between the mountains and the sea, Mimosa Wines’ restaurant overlooks the entire property. Light-filled with a relaxed atmosphere, the restaurant is perfect for those long lunches sampling the vineyard’s wines and Australian cuisine.

Queen Chow

Cantonese classics meet the fresh produce of the South Coast, Queen Chow brings the signatures from their Sydney restaurant to Narooma. While diners can expect old favourites, a variety of new dishes inspired by South Coast produce also feature heavily on the menu.

Jervis Bay

Jervis Bay Brewing Co.

Creating delicious craft beers, Jervis Bay Brewing Co. is as laid back as the bay itself. Keeping sustainability at the heart of what they do, spend the day tasting their boutique range of beers in the beer garden and enjoying a meal from the local food truck they have on that day.

Wild Ginger

Providing the ultimate Asian fusion banquet, Wild Ginger invites you to experience the perfect balance of sweet, spicy and salty creations, accompanied by vibrant cocktails and an extensive wine menu.

Flamin Galah Brewing Co.

Brewing ‘flamin good beer’ on the coast, Flamin Galah Brewing Co. is a micro-brewery that makes craft beers. Working alongside food truck, The Nest Jervis Bay, the brewpub offers a place to catch up with friends and family over locally made brews and delicious street eats.

Batemans Bay & Broulee

Broulee Brewhouse

A lively beachside beer garden, Broulee Brewhouse served local brews and wines with great eats and outdoor fun. It’s perfect to pop in between catching waves or ending the day before you head home.

JJ’s on the Marina

Celebrating the flavours of the South Coast, JJ’s on the Marina offers a casual seafood restaurant with wonderful waterfront views of the marina. Focusing on local and regional seafood and produce, get everything from classic battered fish and chips to an array of seafood dishes that utilise produce such as mussels, oysters and prawns.

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