Family-Friendly Dining in The Entrance on the Central Coast

The Entrance is one of the Central Coast’s best-known holiday destinations. It’s famous for its pelicans, family attractions, waterfront location and wide range of cafés, restaurants and accommodation.

Find family-friendly dining on the Central Coast, with relaxed restaurants and places to eat that suit families with children.

The Greens The Entrance

The Greens The Entrance is a local club offering casual dining, drinks and a relaxed social atmosphere in the heart of The Entrance. Its on-site restaurant, Theo’s, serves a mix of Mediterranean-inspired dishes, classic pub meals, pizzas and seafood using fresh ingredients. With indoor and outdoor dining, bar facilities and regular social activities, it’s a popular spot for meals, drinks and catch-ups with friends.

Coco Rice & Noodle Bar

Coco Rice & Noodle Bar is a Thai restaurant in The Entrance serving authentic Thai cuisine for lunch and dinner. The menu includes dishes such as fried rice, noodles, soups and a range of sides, with a focus on traditional flavours. Located on The Entrance Road, it operates seven days a week.

The Lakehouse Pizza Bar and Grill

The Lakehouse Pizza Bar and Grill is a bright, airy restaurant in The Entrance offering water views and a relaxed dining atmosphere. The menu features modern Australian dishes, pizza, seafood, coffee and bar options in a fully licensed setting. With indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the water, it’s a popular spot for casual meals, drinks and dining with a view.

Waters Edge Seafood Restaurant

Waters Edge Seafood Restaurant is a waterfront dining spot on The Entrance boardwalk, where Tuggerah Lake meets the ocean. It specialises in fresh seafood dishes, with options ranging from grilled fish and seafood platters to pasta, steak and salads. With indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the water, it’s a popular choice for breakfast, lunch or dinner in a relaxed setting.

La Costa Restaurant

La Costa Restaurant in The Entrance serves Italian-style dishes including pizza, pasta, risotto, gnocchi, schnitzel and seafood, with a menu covering both traditional and more varied options. The venue features indoor seating with red décor and covered outdoor seating, and focuses on casual dining with a broad menu.