Best Restaurants In Cronulla
An insider’s guide to the best eats near Cronulla Beach.
When the weather warms up, Sydneysiders head south to Cronulla for an easy coastal escape that’s less than an hour from the city.
With beautiful beaches, iconic ocean pools and a thriving food scene, it’s no surprise this suburb fills up early on weekends.
Whether you’re strolling the esplanade in search of a long lunch or are on the hunt for the perfect spot for a sunset dinner with ocean views, Cronulla’s dining scene delivers every time.
Bobby's has been packed since opening on The Esplanade in 2023, earning a reputation as one of Cronulla's coolest waterfront spots. Take a seat by the water for Mediterranean inspired seafood, from stracciatella and grilled octopus to rigatoni and market fish, backed by a strong wine and cocktail list.
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Homer serves up charcoal grilled meats and punchy Greek cocktails in a fit out inspired by an Athens laneway. From the brothers behind HAM and Rushi, expect souvla rotating over coals, crispy spanakopita and smoky woodfired octopus, plus a walk up wine fridge and house lager made with Young Henrys.
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This Hurricane's stands apart from the brand's other venues, set opposite South Cronulla Beach with a relaxed, Mediterranean edged coastal feel. The chic yet breezy space has a white island bar and alfresco tables made for people watching. Come for beachside burgers, sunset spritzes or a family feast from the raw bar and famous steaks.
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Fred's Providore is a Cronulla favourite by day as a cafe, grocer and butcher known for loaded focaccia sandwiches. By night, Fred's After Hours turns the space into a relaxed wine bar and bistro with European inspired share plates, premium cuts from the in house butchery and a low lit, intimate vibe.
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Benny's is the laid back pick for heading straight from the beach to the table, with sweeping views over Gunnamatta Bay and plenty of greenery. The Mediterranean and Australian menu includes tuna carpaccio, barramundi with fresh clams and a classic rib eye, with takeaway on offer too.
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Recently reimagined, Summer Salt delivers elevated coastal dining right on Elouera Beach, with sleek modern design and uninterrupted ocean views from every table. Light, effortless interiors in cool tones let the scenery shine, while the contemporary Italian menu adds a fresh chapter for a special occasion or a long lunch by the sea.
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Sealevel Cronulla – Ocean Views and Modern Australian Flavour Perched over Cronulla beach with panoramic ocean views from every table, Sealevel has been a fixture of the Sutherland Shire dining scene since the Allouche family first opened its doors in 1997. The restaurant's circular layout was built specifically to make the most of its coastal…
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Pino's al Mare brings the feeling of a seaside Puglian villa to Cronulla, with breezy interiors, terracotta pots and olive trees setting the tone. The menu focuses on generous Italian cooking, seafood-led and handmade pasta, think spaghetti with Moreton Bay bug or vodka maccheroncini.
A long-time Cronulla favourite, Alphabet St has entered a new chapter with a bigger, more refined space and a dedicated cocktail bar. The bold, modern Asian share menu still delivers, from betel leaf bites and dumplings to crispy pork belly and lobster pad thai.
Located towards the end of Cronulla Mall, Johnny Hu serves a modern twist on Chinese cuisine alongside playful cocktails like the chilli martini or chilli coco margarita. The dumplings and BBQ pork buns are made in house daily, and the duck pancakes and san choy bow are both worth ordering.
Salt Meats Cheese Cronulla brings a slice of the Amalfi Coast to Sydney's south, set in the stunning Heritage-listed Banc Building on Cronulla Street. This breezy 100-seater blends Aussie beachside charm with Italian indulgence, serving up wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta, antipasti, and classic cocktails.
A consistently popular pick at Parc Pavilion, Call Me Mamma brings modern Italian dining to a lively first-floor setting. The menu balances classic comfort with fresh twists, an easy choice for long lunches, celebratory dinners or casual catch-ups, with DJs setting the vibe on weekends.
