Central Coast dining guide

A starter list of places worth knowing across the Central Coast.

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Italian
Terrigal Beach Trattoria
Terrigal · $$
Wood-fired pizza and house-made pasta a short stroll from the Haven.
Italian
Pasta & Vino
Avoca Beach · $$
Cosy neighbourhood Italian with a strong by-the-glass wine list.
Asian
Sake & Soy
Erina · $$
Modern Japanese izakaya with a long sake menu and weekend ramen specials.
Asian
Saigon on the Lake
The Entrance · $
Family-run Vietnamese serving pho, bun and crispy pancakes by the lake.
Cafe
The Coast Roastery
Erina · $
Specialty coffee and all-day brunch by Erina Creek.
Cafe
Skillion Espresso
Terrigal · $
Surf-side coffee bar with breakfast bagels and house granola.
Pub
The Cowrie Hotel
Killcare · $$
Coastal pub kitchen with local seafood and pizza, plus an upstairs deck.
Pub
The Bayview Tavern
Woy Woy · $
Classic schnitzels and steaks with live music on the weekend.
Fine Dining
Bombora Restaurant
Avoca Beach · $$$
Seasonal degustation showcasing Central Coast producers and local seafood.
Takeaway
Yum Cha Express
Gosford · $
All-day dumplings, bao and noodle boxes for takeaway and delivery.