Best Places To Eat In Cronulla
The sunny southern suburb of Cronulla is a beachy paradise.
Whether you like surfing, walking or sun baking, there’s something for everyone down at Cronulla beach! But with so many cafes and restaurants around, how do you pick where to eat? Well, here’s a list of our favourite spots in Cronulla for an epic feed!
Blackwood pantry
Tucked down an alleyway off the main Cronulla strip, Blackwood Pantry is one of the most popular cafes in this beachy suburb, and for good reason. This modern Australian cafe has locals and out-of-towners alike queue for their all-day breakfast and seasonal menu that’s equal parts aesthetic and delicious.
With plenty of colourful dishes on the menu, Blackwood Pantry does a great job at serving up Australian brunch classics with a modern twist. For those with a sweet tooth, try the made-to-order coconut hotcake, dressed with edible flowers, fresh fruit and sweet passion fruit curd. Drink-wise, Blackwood Pantry offers everything from artisan coffee through to sparkling wine. And whatever you do, don’t forget to order a plate of their famous sweet potato fries - these crunchy golden fries are seasoned to perfection, and served with a delicious truffle mayo dipping sauce.
Blackwood Pantry
5/33 Surf Ln, Cronulla NSW 2230
http://www.blackwoodpantry.com.au
(02) 9544 4857
The Great Southern Burger Co
UPDATE: Unfortunately The Great Southern Burger Co has permanently closed. We hope they open in a new location soon!
If you’re after casual meal, head to The Great Southern Burger Co for old school burgers that hit the spot. We can’t go past their Southern Chicken Burger or the Beef Aioli Burger - both are loaded with fresh ingredients, and are great value. But real star of the show has to be the chips! We’re not sure how they make them so delicious, but we need the secret.
The Great Southern Burger Co
85 Cronulla St, Cronulla NSW 2230
https://www.facebook.com/TheGreatSouthernBurgerCo/
(02) 8544 0401
D Bowls
D Bowls is known for one thing and one thing only: açai. While there are various combinations on the menu at D Bowls, our favourite order would have to be their traditional açai bowls. Filled with a delicious blend of house-roasted granola and fresh fruit, these açai bowls are full of flavour and beautifully presented. Do yourself a favour and add a scoop of homemade peanut onto your bowl - you won’t regret it! Since D Bowls is just a stone’s throw away from South Cronulla Beach, we usually find ourselves grabbing our bowls and enjoying them down on the sand.
D Bowls
2 Ocean Grove Ave, Cronulla NSW 2230
https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Restaurant/DBowls-1718623941753267/
Loaf
Take a simple meal like a sandwich, and make it amazing! That's the secret formula used by the Loaf team. If you're craving a great sandwich this is the place to go. Loaf is one of our go-to places for a bite to eat in Cronulla. Famous in the area for their revival of the humble sandwich and jaffle, you can expect to find all your favourite old-fashioned toppings at Loaf, along with some modern hits.
Our favourite order here is ‘the schnitty’ sandwich - lettuce, herbed mayo and chicken schnitzel. They use fresh thickly-cut brown or white bread, which is delicious and definitely worth the carbs. They don’t skimp on the mayo, which is a big plus in our eyes!
Loaf
89 Cronulla Street, Cronulla NSW 2230
https://www.loafsandwiches.com.au
0405 562 348
Poke Bowl
Poke and the beach - name a better duo, we'll wait! If you're after a healthy, filling meal in Cronulla, Poke Bowl will be right up your alley. This casual restaurant has simple restaurant fit out, with young and friendly staff. There's and epic wall mural painted by local artist Mulga which gives the place a cool vibe.
The food at Poke Bowl is all about fresh ingredients and flavours. You can choose a selection of protein, vegetables and topping and make yourself a custom bowl, or order one of their standard combinations off the menu. We can't go past their 'I Dare You' bowl, mainly because of the chicken katsu - the portion is super generous, and it's always cooked to order which means it's deliciously crispy! Another favourite ingredient of ours is the yellow beetroot, along with their sesame dressing.
Poke Bowl
21 Gerrale St, Cronulla NSW 2230
pokebowl.com.au
(02) 9523 5000
Okami
Okami Japanese restaurant is a newly-opened restaurant creating a buzz in the local Shire community. Just a stones throw from the main Cronulla Mall drag, it’s a great option for relaxed dinner with friends or a fun foodie date. For $35 all-you-can-eat, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better value Japanese meal in the area!
The highlight for us here at Okami was the beef carpaccio, drizzled with ponzu and wasabi mayonnaise. We ordered far more plates of this delicious dish than we’d like to admit! The miso steak came in at a close second, small bites of tender beef cooked to perfection.
Okami
Shop 1/19 - 21 Gerrale St, Cronulla NSW 2230
https://www.okamirestaurant.com.au
(02) 9523 6688
Queen Margherita of Savoy
Queen Margherita of Savoy is one of Cronulla’s iconic a dinner spots, serving up deliciously authentic pizzas made the Italian way. With perfectly wood fired dough, flavourful toppings and friendly service, this is Cronulla’s favourite pizzeria for a reason! Our top picks would have to be the classic margherita and their potato pizza. Aside from pizzas, Queen Margherita also has pastas, salad and desserts for a full Italian experience.
Queen Margherita of Savoy
9/2-8 Surf Rd, Cronulla NSW 2230
https://www.qmos.com.au
(02) 9527 4992
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