Family-Friendly Dining on the Central Coast NSW

Saltwater Bar & Bistro

Saltwater Bar & Bistro is at Avoca Beach Hotel. It serves lunch and dinner seven days a week. The menu includes seafood, steaks, burgers, salads and pub favourites. You can eat inside or outside on the deck among the trees.

Macs Beach Cafe

Macs Beach Cafe is a beachfront café in Macmasters Beach NSW serving coffee, breakfast and casual lunch just steps from the sand. This Macmasters Beach café offers classic brunch dishes, takeaway options and outdoor seating with ocean views. It’s a relaxed local spot for coffee after a swim, a beachside breakfast or a casual meal on the Central Coast.

Luna

Luna is a beachside café in Terrigal NSW serving breakfast, lunch, specialty coffee and creative all-day dishes just off the Esplanade. The Terrigal café is known for its vibrant, flavour-packed menu including brunch classics and inventive plates alongside great coffee and ocean views. It’s a popular Central Coast café for morning brekky, lunch, casual meals and coffee catch-ups in a relaxed coastal setting.

The Tame Fox

The Tame Fox is a café and casual dining spot in Erina NSW offering all-day breakfast, lunch, specialty coffee and a licensed bar in a family-friendly setting. The Erina café features indoor and outdoor seating, a kids’ playground and fresh food like wraps, toasties and sweet treats alongside espresso drinks and light meals. It’s a relaxed Central Coast café and bar popular for morning coffee, casual lunches, catch-ups and weekend brunch at The Industry Grounds.

Kincumber Post Cafe

Kincumber Post Cafe is a popular café in Kincumber NSW serving breakfast, lunch and specialty coffee in a relaxed indoor and outdoor setting. The Kincumber café offers a menu of all-day brunch dishes, house-made cakes, fresh sandwiches and takeaway favourites with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. It’s a local favourite on the Central Coast for morning coffee, casual meals and weekend brunch gatherings.

Avoca Sands Café

Avoca Sands Café is a beachfront café and bar in Avoca Beach NSW serving specialty coffee, breakfast, lunch and craft cocktails with ocean views. This Avoca Beach café roasts its own coffee and offers a fresh coastal menu of relaxed seaside dishes just steps from the sand. It’s a popular Central Coast café and social spot for morning coffee, brunch, lunch or drinks by the beach.

Avoca Beach House

Avoca Beach House Restaurant & Bar is a seaside restaurant overlooking Avoca Beach. It’s known for fresh Australian seafood, share-style platters and panoramic ocean views. The menu also includes quality meat dishes and locally sourced produce, along with cocktails, wine and craft beer. It’s open for lunch and dinner and is a popular spot for long lunches, sunset drinks and special occasions. The restaurant also caters for group bookings, functions and weddings.

Cuisine: Modern Australian, Seafood
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Drinks: Cocktails, wine, beer
Dietary options: Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options (available on the menu)
Functions: Yes
Group bookings: Yes
Weddings: Yes

Swells Terrigal

Swells Terrigal is a beachside restaurant and bar on Terrigal Esplanade NSW offering a modern Australian menu with seafood, seasonal dishes, quality wines and creative cocktails overlooking Terrigal Beach. The Terrigal restaurant serves lunch and dinner with an à la carte menu, set meals and drinks on its terrace with ocean views. It’s a popular Central Coast dining spot for casual meals, special occasions and seaside drinks in a relaxed coastal setting.

Once Again Terrigal

Once Again Terrigal is a modern Asian eatery and restaurant in Terrigal NSW offering a shared-style menu of contemporary Asian dishes with influences from Thai, Chinese and Southeast Asian flavours. This Terrigal Asian restaurant also features a full-service bar with craft cocktails, wine and beer to complement lunch and dinner. It’s a popular Central Coast dining spot for casual meals, group dinners or special occasions in a stylish, relaxed setting.

Woy Woy Fishermen's Wharf

Woy Woy Fishermen’s Wharf is a waterfront seafood restaurant, market and takeaway in Woy Woy. It serves fresh seafood, fish and chips, cold seafood platters and other seafood dishes. You can eat by the water or buy fresh seafood to take home.

Estuary Restaurant & Kiosk

Estuary Restaurant & Kiosk is a waterfront restaurant and café in Brooklyn NSW offering modern Australian dining with views over the Hawkesbury River. This Brooklyn restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and coffee alongside fresh seafood, seasonal dishes and takeaway kiosk options. It’s a popular spot for relaxed dining, brunch or a meal by the water on the Central Coast edge.

The Exchange

The Exchange is a beloved café on Ocean View Road in Ettalong Beach, serving all-day breakfast, light bites, and lunch alongside seriously good coffee. The menu features standouts like their apple strudel French toast, truffle mushrooms on toast, and wagyu steak and eggs — all made with fresh ingredients and real care. It’s known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff.