Eat and Drink Central Coast

This guide covers cafés, restaurants, bakeries and bars across the region. You’ll find options from Ettalong and Terrigal to The Entrance and other local towns.

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Explore cafés, bakeries, restaurants and bars across the Central Coast.

Norah Head Patisserie

Norah Head Patisserie is a local bakery on Bungary Road in Norah Head offering pies, sausage rolls, pasties, sourdough and cakes.

Terrigal Beach House is a beachfront bar and restaurant in Terrigal NSW located on the Esplanade overlooking the ocean. This Terrigal venue features a seasonal menu, seafood, share plates and a full drinks offering with cocktails, beer and wine, alongside live music and events. It’s a Central Coast destination for drinks, dining and social gatherings by the beach.

Amarilla

Amarilla is a waterfront Spanish restaurant in Terrigal NSW overlooking The Haven, specialising in tapas, seafood and share-style dining. This Terrigal restaurant features a menu inspired by Spanish flavours alongside cocktails, wine and sangria in a coastal setting with ocean views. It’s a Central Coast destination for waterfront dining, group meals and long lunches by the harbour.

The BOX on the Water

The BOX on the Water is an absolute waterfront restaurant and bar in Ettalong Beach NSW offering modern Australian dining with panoramic bay views. This Ettalong Beach restaurant serves lunch, dinner, cocktails and wine alongside fresh seafood, share plates and seasonal dishes, with a beach kiosk also available for takeaway. It’s a popular Central Coast spot for waterfront dining, sunset drinks and special occasions by the water.

The Captain's Table

The Captain’s Table is a restaurant and bar in Forresters Beach NSW located within The Quarters precinct, serving modern Australian cuisine. This Forresters Beach restaurant offers a seasonal menu alongside cocktails, wine and drinks in a relaxed, intimate setting, with gluten-free, vegan and children’s options available. It’s open Wednesday to Saturday evenings with food service from 5pm.

The Royal Palace

The Royal Palace is an Indian restaurant in Terrigal NSW offering a wide range of traditional Indian dishes. This Terrigal restaurant features classic favourites, vegetarian and vegan options, and indoor and outdoor dining. It’s a Central Coast spot for Indian cuisine, group dining and casual meals near Terrigal Beach.

From beachfront cafés to waterfront restaurants, you’ll find dining options across the Central Coast.

Terrigal is one of the most popular dining spots on the Central Coast. Many cafés and restaurants sit beside the beach or overlook the water. It’s a great place for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks with a view.

Long Jetty is known for its café culture and small bars. The main street is lined with coffee shops, bakeries and local dining places.

Ettalong Beach has a relaxed village feel and several popular restaurants near the waterfront. Many visitors combine a meal with a stroll along the foreshore.

You’ll also find good places to eat in Gosford, Avoca Beach, The Entrance and many other towns across the Coast.

Use the guides above to discover cafés, restaurants, bakeries, and bars across the Central Coast.

Before you visit, check opening hours and booking requirements. Some venues can be busy on weekends, school holidays and during summer.