A&A’s Ettalong Beach Guide Book
Breakfast - Cafes
Here are our top 11 recommended places for coffee and breakfast. The first 4 places are all within a flat and easy walking distance from your Airbnb. The remaining 8 places have the driving/ferry distance in the description.
Scroll down to DINNER, QUICK BITE, ENTERTAINMENT & LOCAL AREA.
Enjoy a Allpress coffee made by the lovely staff here at Innerglow. Innerglow have some very delicious seasonal cold pressed juice and some delicious and creative plant based meals. Start your days right with a coffee & a delicious croissant with locally made honey.
Innerglow Kiosk
366 Ocean View RdEnjoy a Allpress coffee made by the lovely staff here at Innerglow. Innerglow have some very delicious seasonal cold pressed juice and some delicious and creative plant based meals. Start your days right with a coffee & a delicious croissant with locally made honey.
Exchange has our number #1 vote on coffee and they have even better service. Nicely renovated cafe, warm interior and a great outlook.
The Exchange
Exchange has our number #1 vote on coffee and they have even better service. Nicely renovated cafe, warm interior and a great outlook.
Lords of Pour delivers coffees at a standard that could easily have queues forming in Sydney. Its an eclectically fitted out cafe with warm vibes. From flat whites to filtered coffee, rustic food offerings and delicious pastries, this cafe covers all bases.
30 moradores locais recomendam
Lords of Pour
199a Ocean View RdLords of Pour delivers coffees at a standard that could easily have queues forming in Sydney. Its an eclectically fitted out cafe with warm vibes. From flat whites to filtered coffee, rustic food offerings and delicious pastries, this cafe covers all bases.
Excellent location, fast and friendly service. This place is the pinnacle of some great making coffee. 2 min walk out to the beach. If your an early riser go to this place to start off your days (Opposite The Exchange).
Smoke On The Water Coffeeshop
408 Ocean View RdExcellent location, fast and friendly service. This place is the pinnacle of some great making coffee. 2 min walk out to the beach. If your an early riser go to this place to start off your days (Opposite The Exchange).
This place is one of a kind. They make the best Truffle Eggs Benedict. Check out their menu it’s fantastic. (5 mins drive)
Cafe RONTO
This place is one of a kind. They make the best Truffle Eggs Benedict. Check out their menu it’s fantastic. (5 mins drive)
Cute local hole-in-the-wall cafe with a nutritious and delicious breakfast menu.
Rustic charm, mismatched crockery, giant devils ivy plants, hilariously funny staff, wholesome and flavoursome dishes with great coffee. (19 mins drive)
38 moradores locais recomendam
Like Minds
352 The Round DrCute local hole-in-the-wall cafe with a nutritious and delicious breakfast menu.
Rustic charm, mismatched crockery, giant devils ivy plants, hilariously funny staff, wholesome and flavoursome dishes with great coffee. (19 mins drive)
There is nothing like LooLoo’s. We love to come out here on a sunny morning and enjoy each others company. Great place, great people, fantastic food and coffee. (14 mins drive)
17 moradores locais recomendam
LooLoo's Coffee Warehouse
11 Cochrone StThere is nothing like LooLoo’s. We love to come out here on a sunny morning and enjoy each others company. Great place, great people, fantastic food and coffee. (14 mins drive)
Glee coffee roasters is all about coffee and people. Showcasing a variety of fine coffees, their friendly team will make you feel at home straight away. With a seasonal menu designed in house along with coffee for days & single origins to take home. (30 mins drive)
17 moradores locais recomendam
Glee Coffee Roasters Erina Heights
490 Central Coast HwyGlee coffee roasters is all about coffee and people. Showcasing a variety of fine coffees, their friendly team will make you feel at home straight away. With a seasonal menu designed in house along with coffee for days & single origins to take home. (30 mins drive)
Great little cafe located just a few minutes from the ferry ride to Palm Beach, right near the water (Ettalong Wharf). This little humble cafe is quaint and has a nice vibrant environment with friendly staff. (3 mins drive)
48 moradores locais recomendam
Coast 175
175 Ocean View RdGreat little cafe located just a few minutes from the ferry ride to Palm Beach, right near the water (Ettalong Wharf). This little humble cafe is quaint and has a nice vibrant environment with friendly staff. (3 mins drive)
Set on 28 Acres of sprawling bushland. Saddles is a gourmet eatery and bakehouse. Their philosophy celebrates all that is Australian. The wild yet beautiful landscape, the magical flora and fauna that surrounds the homestead and dam, and the unique wildlife that calls saddles home. (31 mins drive)
34 moradores locais recomendam
Saddles
20 Ashbrookes RdSet on 28 Acres of sprawling bushland. Saddles is a gourmet eatery and bakehouse. Their philosophy celebrates all that is Australian. The wild yet beautiful landscape, the magical flora and fauna that surrounds the homestead and dam, and the unique wildlife that calls saddles home. (31 mins drive)
The Boathouse hotel is located in the idyllic coastal town of Patonga. It is surrounded by the Hawkesbury and Brisbane Waters National Park. Beach front views and an unforgiving atmosphere for family & friends. (15 mins drive)
114 moradores locais recomendam
The Boathouse Hotel Patonga
6-8 Patonga DrThe Boathouse hotel is located in the idyllic coastal town of Patonga. It is surrounded by the Hawkesbury and Brisbane Waters National Park. Beach front views and an unforgiving atmosphere for family & friends. (15 mins drive)
Dinner - Restaurants
Welcome to our top 16 recommended places for Dinner. The first 8 places are all in a easy and flat walking distance from your Airbnb. The remaining 8 places have the driving distance in the description.
Please remember to call in advance to book your reservations
Taste-Bud tingling menu inspired by and influenced with that mouth watering South American feel. Coupled with cocktails to compliment and Margaritas to die for. Their menu is designed for sharing and to bring you together with people you choose to spend your quality time with.
Chica Chica Ettalong Beach
19-21 Broken Bay RoadTaste-Bud tingling menu inspired by and influenced with that mouth watering South American feel. Coupled with cocktails to compliment and Margaritas to die for. Their menu is designed for sharing and to bring you together with people you choose to spend your quality time with.
Our #No 1 rated for Indian cuisine. We’ve been to so many Indian restaurants but there is nothing like this one on the coast. Some of the most authentic made curries cooked up and served with passion. Try the cheese Naan’s, Samosa’s and our favourite ‘butter chicken’ & rice.
The Indian Street at Galleria Ettalong Beach
Our #No 1 rated for Indian cuisine. We’ve been to so many Indian restaurants but there is nothing like this one on the coast. Some of the most authentic made curries cooked up and served with passion. Try the cheese Naan’s, Samosa’s and our favourite ‘butter chicken’ & rice.
Bar Toto - Trattoria and Bar
189 Ocean View RdNewly added
Napoli Pizza Pasta Restaurant
189 Ocean View RdNewly added
Contemporary Turkish cuisine. Inspired by tradition with contemporary interpretation. Pleasant atmosphere and real friendly staff.
35 moradores locais recomendam
Safran
189 Ocean View RdContemporary Turkish cuisine. Inspired by tradition with contemporary interpretation. Pleasant atmosphere and real friendly staff.
Beautiful view out to Ettalong Beach. Box on the water provides an experience you won’t want to miss.
113 moradores locais recomendam
The BOX on the Water
The EsplanadeBeautiful view out to Ettalong Beach. Box on the water provides an experience you won’t want to miss.
Los Muchachos - Mexican
Newly added
Osteria showcase the best of the land and the sea, cooked over wood in their charcoal oven. This is no ordinary cooking style, there is fire flame and the smell of smokiness fuelled by iron bark, stone fruit and olive wood timbers.
17 moradores locais recomendam
Osteria Il Coccia
49 Ocean View RdOsteria showcase the best of the land and the sea, cooked over wood in their charcoal oven. This is no ordinary cooking style, there is fire flame and the smell of smokiness fuelled by iron bark, stone fruit and olive wood timbers.
Located close to the beach in Terrigal. Arc Est aims to provide an exceptional dining experience in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere. Creating a memorable time for each guest. (23 mins drive)
26 moradores locais recomendam
Arc. Est
18 Church StLocated close to the beach in Terrigal. Arc Est aims to provide an exceptional dining experience in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere. Creating a memorable time for each guest. (23 mins drive)
The Cowrie is Australia's magic place which brings a combination of spectacular views and outstanding service. This place delivers a touch of delicate Australian Cuisine (21 mins drive)
60 moradores locais recomendam
The Cowrie Restaurant
109 Scenic HwyThe Cowrie is Australia's magic place which brings a combination of spectacular views and outstanding service. This place delivers a touch of delicate Australian Cuisine (21 mins drive)
YellowTail brings influences from the Middle East, the Mediterranean and Asia to a flexible, ever-changing menu. The Quality food here is just divine. Treat yourself and you will never regret coming here (23 mins drive)
46 moradores locais recomendam
Yellowtail Restaurant
1 Campbell CresYellowTail brings influences from the Middle East, the Mediterranean and Asia to a flexible, ever-changing menu. The Quality food here is just divine. Treat yourself and you will never regret coming here (23 mins drive)
Nice and friendly staff that want to make your experience at New York Pizza, Bar & Grill one to remember. They have a huge selection of delicious pizza, perfect for sharing (..or keeping to yourself!). Unwind with them. They are fully stocked and are a licensed bar. Try their delicious cocktails and choose from their wide range of beer, wine and spirits. Don't forget to try their smokey bbq flavoured ribs (25 mins drive)
New York Pizza, Bar & Grill
148-158 The Entrance RdNice and friendly staff that want to make your experience at New York Pizza, Bar & Grill one to remember. They have a huge selection of delicious pizza, perfect for sharing (..or keeping to yourself!). Unwind with them. They are fully stocked and are a licensed bar. Try their delicious cocktails and choose from their wide range of beer, wine and spirits. Don't forget to try their smokey bbq flavoured ribs (25 mins drive)
Wood fired Pizza, casual, dine in, takeaway, delivery. take your pizza across the road for a complete water view with a glass of wine (13 mins drive)
16 moradores locais recomendam
The View Woodfired Pizza
58 Araluen DrWood fired Pizza, casual, dine in, takeaway, delivery. take your pizza across the road for a complete water view with a glass of wine (13 mins drive)
Set on landscaped grounds, this Restaurant is 2 km from Killcare beach, 11 minutes walk from Marie Byles lookout and 4 kms from Tallow Beach. Ranging from suites to cottages and villas, this country chick quarters offer free wifi, great food and sitting areas with fireplaces, plus minibars, verandahs, tea and coffee making facilities (12 mins drive)
69 moradores locais recomendam
Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
107 The Scenic RdSet on landscaped grounds, this Restaurant is 2 km from Killcare beach, 11 minutes walk from Marie Byles lookout and 4 kms from Tallow Beach. Ranging from suites to cottages and villas, this country chick quarters offer free wifi, great food and sitting areas with fireplaces, plus minibars, verandahs, tea and coffee making facilities (12 mins drive)
Lovely atmosphere great vibes and friendly staff. Some good quality pizza's and a night to remember. Pinocchios offer an intimate atmosphere. Why not head to the bar for a drink. Good wine selection and more (24 mins drive)
11 moradores locais recomendam
Pinocchios Wine & Pizza Bar
32 William StLovely atmosphere great vibes and friendly staff. Some good quality pizza's and a night to remember. Pinocchios offer an intimate atmosphere. Why not head to the bar for a drink. Good wine selection and more (24 mins drive)
A celebration of food and wine. A place for everyone. There is the family friendly bonfire, BonBon Espresso bar, Bon vin private dining and the fun Bon Bar. Enjoy the festival of the Bon Pavilion (22 mins drive)
20 moradores locais recomendam
The Bon Pavilion
159 Mann StA celebration of food and wine. A place for everyone. There is the family friendly bonfire, BonBon Espresso bar, Bon vin private dining and the fun Bon Bar. Enjoy the festival of the Bon Pavilion (22 mins drive)
Quick Bite
Tasty meals just got closer. Pre-order your meals with UberEats, Dash or Menu-log. Remember to direct your drivers round to the rear lane. First 6 places are all walking distance.
Bringing a little slice of Mexico to Ettalong. LA TACO are all about authentic Mexican flavours served up with a modern twist. Delicious menu, fresh fast and packed with a punch. LA TACO only use the best locally sourced ingredients and offer gluten-free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan options.
LA TACO
34 189 Ocean View RoadBringing a little slice of Mexico to Ettalong. LA TACO are all about authentic Mexican flavours served up with a modern twist. Delicious menu, fresh fast and packed with a punch. LA TACO only use the best locally sourced ingredients and offer gluten-free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan options.
Chakos Chooks
Newly added
Sensational fresh Thai Food. Traditionally prepared with a dash of authenticity. This restaurant offers great Pad Thai, Prawn vegetable stir fry and Black bean to name a few.
9 moradores locais recomendam
Thai Space
207 Ocean View RdSensational fresh Thai Food. Traditionally prepared with a dash of authenticity. This restaurant offers great Pad Thai, Prawn vegetable stir fry and Black bean to name a few.
Whether you are staying or going Hungry wolfs is a place for everyone. Beautiful pastas and great pizza's at a decent price. Nice and friendly staff. Quick service
Hungry wolf's Ettalong Beach
Whether you are staying or going Hungry wolfs is a place for everyone. Beautiful pastas and great pizza's at a decent price. Nice and friendly staff. Quick service
Seaside Emporium
Newly Added
There are some summers you will always remember, like the summer after lock downs, spent on the pristine beaches of the coast, unwrapping a hot salty pile of chips and crispy battered fish to be shared out near the sea, while on a vigilant watch for pelicans. The Sizzling Chip is one of our favourite places for a quick bite to eat.
The Sizzling Chip
405 Ocean Beach RoadThere are some summers you will always remember, like the summer after lock downs, spent on the pristine beaches of the coast, unwrapping a hot salty pile of chips and crispy battered fish to be shared out near the sea, while on a vigilant watch for pelicans. The Sizzling Chip is one of our favourite places for a quick bite to eat.
Suzie Dukes, Kincumber
Newly added
Ren Express Japanese Kitchen
Newly added
Are you after a quick and cheap no fuss, no mess feed after the beach? Head over to Batty's for the fluffiest Golden chips, my personal favourite the battered Barramundi and don’t forget to try the crispy potato scallops.
Batty's Better Batter
3/5 Blackwall RoadAre you after a quick and cheap no fuss, no mess feed after the beach? Head over to Batty's for the fluffiest Golden chips, my personal favourite the battered Barramundi and don’t forget to try the crispy potato scallops.
Friday Fat Burgers
Newly added
BDE Nutrition
Newly Added
Entertainment
So many magical places to discover, so many things to do. The first 6 places are all in a flat and easy walking distance from your Airbnb
There is truely something magical about walking on the sand from Booker bay right through to the end of the Umina coast line on our perfect 25 degree days.
You will come across signs advising which part of the beach is the off leash dog areas for our dog owners. Don’t forget your doggy bags.
Ettalong Beach, NSW 2257, Austrália
There is truely something magical about walking on the sand from Booker bay right through to the end of the Umina coast line on our perfect 25 degree days.
You will come across signs advising which part of the beach is the off leash dog areas for our dog owners. Don’t forget your doggy bags.
This Cinema is quaint and brings a mediterranean-themed experience. It’s authentic and addresses all corners of that signature customer experience. Friendly staff, fast service, cheap tickets, great location and free parking. In a world of modern technology sometimes a bit of old school is all you need.
104 moradores locais recomendam
Cinema Paradiso
189 Ocean View RdThis Cinema is quaint and brings a mediterranean-themed experience. It’s authentic and addresses all corners of that signature customer experience. Friendly staff, fast service, cheap tickets, great location and free parking. In a world of modern technology sometimes a bit of old school is all you need.
Want a change of scenery to the beach and be surrounded by big trees and lavish grass? Ettalong Oval is just down the road! Take your fur buddy and doggy bags to the dog park that is gated for all dogs to enjoy. After running around all day at the oval I bet your fur buddy is going to want to sleep the rest of the day.
Ettalong Oval
Lot 5 Picnic ParadeWant a change of scenery to the beach and be surrounded by big trees and lavish grass? Ettalong Oval is just down the road! Take your fur buddy and doggy bags to the dog park that is gated for all dogs to enjoy. After running around all day at the oval I bet your fur buddy is going to want to sleep the rest of the day.
They say you will only ever fully grasp the beauty of the ocean unless you are on it. Bombora SUPFIT is a premiere provider of SUP (Stand Up Paddle) board lessons and SUP board rentals.
Bombora Ettalong Beach SUP Central Coast NSW
43 The EsplanadeThey say you will only ever fully grasp the beauty of the ocean unless you are on it. Bombora SUPFIT is a premiere provider of SUP (Stand Up Paddle) board lessons and SUP board rentals.
A great way to get around quicker than everyone else is to hire some bikes for the day or two. Store them in the garage below for your next adventure tomorrow!
Ride Ettalong
285 Ocean View RdA great way to get around quicker than everyone else is to hire some bikes for the day or two. Store them in the garage below for your next adventure tomorrow!
Walk to the top of Blackwall Mountain and see if you can spot your Airbnb from up there. Take a picture and text us this picture saying you found it. Enjoy the lovely views and the amazing sea breeze Ettalong has to offer!
Blackwall mountain
78 Memorial AvenueWalk to the top of Blackwall Mountain and see if you can spot your Airbnb from up there. Take a picture and text us this picture saying you found it. Enjoy the lovely views and the amazing sea breeze Ettalong has to offer!
Indoor activities pool and games. Newly added (4 mins drive)
24 moradores locais recomendam
Peninsula Leisure Centre
243 Blackwall RdIndoor activities pool and games. Newly added (4 mins drive)
Bouddi Coastal Walk is not something to miss. Such a beautiful place for self reflection and planning for the year ahead. Let the waves take you to unimaginable places and zone out to the views that this beautiful gem has to offer.
35 moradores locais recomendam
Bouddi coastal walk
Putty Beach RoadBouddi Coastal Walk is not something to miss. Such a beautiful place for self reflection and planning for the year ahead. Let the waves take you to unimaginable places and zone out to the views that this beautiful gem has to offer.
Call first for availability. This Aqua Park is the central coasts most exhilarating inflatable attraction. It’ll guide you on a non-stop adventure as you set your own pace through the Gosford waterfront. Suitable for the young and young at heart. This place has something for everyone.
25 moradores locais recomendam
Parque Aquático Central Coast
42 Masons ParadeCall first for availability. This Aqua Park is the central coasts most exhilarating inflatable attraction. It’ll guide you on a non-stop adventure as you set your own pace through the Gosford waterfront. Suitable for the young and young at heart. This place has something for everyone.
Take the kids here to let out all that energy for the day which may give you and your partner more time to yourselves at the end of the day to kick your feet up and enjoy more of each others company.
Gosford Waterfront Park
Take the kids here to let out all that energy for the day which may give you and your partner more time to yourselves at the end of the day to kick your feet up and enjoy more of each others company.
Local Area - DIY
Ettalong Tree Tops is a home away from home and so all your essentials are listed below. Please check opening hours.
BWS Ettalong
396 Ocean View RoadFully Stocked Bottle Shop. Selling Wine, Beer and Spirits (3 mins walk)
Has all your kitchen and house stocking essentials. (3 mins walk)
9 moradores locais recomendam
IGA Ettalong
396 Ocean View RdHas all your kitchen and house stocking essentials. (3 mins walk)
Rise Artisan is our local bakery and delivers extraordinary pastries. Whether you crave fresh bread, a sweet treat, they make it all fresh for you to enjoy. Have a seat and enjoy a moment to yourself, or pick up a bite to take away. (11 mins walk)
Rise Artisan Bakery Ettalong
189 Ocean View RoadRise Artisan is our local bakery and delivers extraordinary pastries. Whether you crave fresh bread, a sweet treat, they make it all fresh for you to enjoy. Have a seat and enjoy a moment to yourself, or pick up a bite to take away. (11 mins walk)
A cute fresh little seafood kiosk for all your fresh seafood desires. Skinner's sell a variety of seafood. Check them out! (5 mins walk)
Skinner's Seafood
Picnic ParadeA cute fresh little seafood kiosk for all your fresh seafood desires. Skinner's sell a variety of seafood. Check them out! (5 mins walk)
If you want to get a good intense machine workout to start your days off on a high, why not check out Plus Fitness Ettalong. They have friendly staff, casual visits, great vibes and a range of different equipment. (5 mins walk)
Plus Fitness 24/7 Ettalong Beach
48 Pacific AvenueIf you want to get a good intense machine workout to start your days off on a high, why not check out Plus Fitness Ettalong. They have friendly staff, casual visits, great vibes and a range of different equipment. (5 mins walk)
Great local grocer with retail fruit and a vegetable store which includes a cafe and deli. They also do home deliveries of the premium produce and groceries. Their wholesale side of the business is very successful, catering to many of the central coast clubs, pubs, restaurants and cafes. (15min drive)
Fresko Foods
43-45 Avoca DriveGreat local grocer with retail fruit and a vegetable store which includes a cafe and deli. They also do home deliveries of the premium produce and groceries. Their wholesale side of the business is very successful, catering to many of the central coast clubs, pubs, restaurants and cafes. (15min drive)
Saratoga Qaulity Meats has been sourcing and serving the finest quality meat on the central coast since 1985. Originally founded in Saratoga, the shop is now located in the Kincumber shopping village. They take a lot of pride in serving their customers the freshest and finest meat. (15min drive)
Saratoga Quality Meats
43 Avoca DrSaratoga Qaulity Meats has been sourcing and serving the finest quality meat on the central coast since 1985. Originally founded in Saratoga, the shop is now located in the Kincumber shopping village. They take a lot of pride in serving their customers the freshest and finest meat. (15min drive)
ALDI
Newly added (4mins drive)
Kmart Woy Woy
George StreetNewly added (5 mins drive)