
The Boathouse North Wollongong
Bar + Bistro

Welcome to The Boathouse North Wollongong, on the New South Wales South Coast - a bar and bistro set on the sand overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Come and enjoy the freshest coastal dishes created with local produce, to match the amazing views across North Wollongong Beach.

Bar + Bistro
The Boathouse invites you to enjoy drinks and bar snacks in the Bar at the northern end of the venue, or settle in for lunch or dinner in the ocean-facing Bistro.

Group Bookings
Whether you are celebrating a birthday, anniversary, work event or any occasion, make a reservation for a group of 8 or more to enjoy dining on our set menu.

Events
We host a variety of private parties and events, from weddings to baby showers to birthdays, with semi-exclusive hire or exclusive hire available.
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Frequently asked questions
Wheelchair accessibility
Lift access is available via the Surf Club entrance on Cliff Road, taking guests from street level to the restaurant. Wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available.
Bringing your four-legged friends
Dogs aren’t allowed inside. They may be permitted on the balcony outside peak times, though this is not encouraged.
Set menus & shared dining options
We have a platter menu ideal for casual events at the bar. Orders will be placed by our reservations team, please contact reservations@theboathouse.com.au atleast 72 hours in advance.
We have two set menus for groups over twelve with bookings in the bistro, two course for $70 + 10% gratuity and three course for $90 + 10% gratuity. Designed to highlight the best of our seasonal produce, it’s a shared dining experience meant to be enjoyed together. Beverages are not included.
While the set menu itself cannot be altered, we’re happy to accommodate any dietary requirements your group may have.
Private gatherings & celebrations
Many of our venues are available for private gatherings and celebrations. Whether you’re planning something intimate or a little more lively, our events team would love to help. Get in touch at events@theboathousegroup.com.au to start the conversation.
Dietary requirements, including halal options
Our chefs are happy to accommodate a wide range of dietary needs where possible - just let our team know when ordering.
All meat served is halal certified, except pork. Please note that while the meat itself is certified, our preparation methods are not halal.
Unfortunately, we do not have gluten free pizza bases.
Payment methods
We happily accept all major credit cards as well as cash.
Guests under 18
All underage guests must leave by 8pm, even when accompanied by an adult over 25.
Can I bring a cake?
You’re very welcome to bring a cake to celebrate with us. A $4 per person cakeage fee applies.
Using your Boathouse gift card
Boathouse gift cards can be enjoyed across all The Boathouse Group venues, from dining to accommodation. See you soon!
Parking information
A large council car park is located across the road, with ample street parking also available nearby.
Table seating times
Table seating times are 1 hour 45 minutes for groups of up to five guests, 2 hours for groups of six to nine, and 2 hours 15 minutes for groups of ten or more.
Visit The Boathouse North Wollongong
1A Cliff Rd, Wollongong NSW 2500Trading hours
Bar
- Everyday
- 11.30 am-10 pm
Lunch
- Everyday
- 11:30am - 3pm
Dinner
- Everyday
- 5pm - late
Happy Hour
- Everyday
- 4pm - 6pm












