Lupe’s Central Coast Guidebook
Food Scene
The Central Coast food scene has thrived in recent years. Here are my top tips for discerning foodies.
Located across from Copacabana Beach, Palm Springs inspired local with great breaky and the best coffee in Copa.
10 locals recommend
Cabana Cafe and Bar
202-204 Del Monte PlLocated across from Copacabana Beach, Palm Springs inspired local with great breaky and the best coffee in Copa.
Restaurant owner John Singleton brings a dining destination to the Central Coast. Great place to stop in for a great meal on the drive up / down from Sydney. Several dining options to suit all budgets. Sports bar available. 25mins drive from Casa Lola.
20 locals recommend
The Bon Pavilion
159 Mann StRestaurant owner John Singleton brings a dining destination to the Central Coast. Great place to stop in for a great meal on the drive up / down from Sydney. Several dining options to suit all budgets. Sports bar available. 25mins drive from Casa Lola.
A short drive from Casa Lola, worth the trip for a celebratory lunch or dinner. Mid week lunch / dinner deals available to book online.
69 locals recommend
Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
107 The Scenic RdA short drive from Casa Lola, worth the trip for a celebratory lunch or dinner. Mid week lunch / dinner deals available to book online.
Enjoy a day trip to Palm Beach, via a regular ferry service from Waffstaffe or Ettalong Pier. Barrenjoey House is located across from Palm Beach Pier, an easy commute and a great way to soak in the water views by ferry ride. Ferry timetable: https://www.fantasea.com.au/palm-beach-ferries/timetable/
107 locals recommend
Barrenjoey House
1108 Barrenjoey RdEnjoy a day trip to Palm Beach, via a regular ferry service from Waffstaffe or Ettalong Pier. Barrenjoey House is located across from Palm Beach Pier, an easy commute and a great way to soak in the water views by ferry ride. Ferry timetable: https://www.fantasea.com.au/palm-beach-ferries/timetable/
Quaint beach cottage diner with a panoramic views of the Davistown Waterfront. Modern cuisine, amazing cocktails, live music. Great for families, groups, couples.
15 locals recommend
The Dart & Feather
50 Restella AveQuaint beach cottage diner with a panoramic views of the Davistown Waterfront. Modern cuisine, amazing cocktails, live music. Great for families, groups, couples.
Situated in Avoca Beach, on a leafy two acres in one of the Central Coast’s oldest homesteads, with a focus on sustainable food. The property includes on-site vegetable gardens, piglets and chickens. Great cocktails and wood-fire pizzas available in the upstairs bar.
62 locals recommend
Bombini
366 Avoca DrSituated in Avoca Beach, on a leafy two acres in one of the Central Coast’s oldest homesteads, with a focus on sustainable food. The property includes on-site vegetable gardens, piglets and chickens. Great cocktails and wood-fire pizzas available in the upstairs bar.
Woy Woy Fishermen's Wharf is an award-winning Central Coast icon. Enjoy waterfront seafood dining in the stunning restaurant, or takeaway from the front bistro.
95 locals recommend
Woy Woy Fishermen's Wharf
The BoulevardeWoy Woy Fishermen's Wharf is an award-winning Central Coast icon. Enjoy waterfront seafood dining in the stunning restaurant, or takeaway from the front bistro.
Tucked away on Woy Woy high street, a decadent home made pasta and cocktail bar. Run by young owners Dannielle Mills heading up the kitchen and Bryce Gleeson running the floor — ingredients from the compact garden out the back.
32 locals recommend
Young Barons
73 Blackwall RdTucked away on Woy Woy high street, a decadent home made pasta and cocktail bar. Run by young owners Dannielle Mills heading up the kitchen and Bryce Gleeson running the floor — ingredients from the compact garden out the back.
Wood fired Pizzeria, Italian Craft beers and Prosecco on tap. Located on Copacabana Beach front. Gluten free options available.
19 locals recommend
Lady Copa Pizzeria e Birra
224 Del Monte PlWood fired Pizzeria, Italian Craft beers and Prosecco on tap. Located on Copacabana Beach front. Gluten free options available.
Local sustainable brunch spot in North Avoca. Very friendly staff, great food, worth the visit when in North Avoca.
32 locals recommend
The Boy & The Rose
21-23 N Avoca ParadeLocal sustainable brunch spot in North Avoca. Very friendly staff, great food, worth the visit when in North Avoca.
Lovely fragrant garden with simple cafe, local made gelato, and gin distillery on site. Great venue for groups and families.
7 locals recommend
Bar Botanica
25 Portsmouth RdLovely fragrant garden with simple cafe, local made gelato, and gin distillery on site. Great venue for groups and families.
Beautifully presented cocktail bar and restaurant with the best views of Avoca Beach. Outdoor and indoor seating, fresh and delicious food. Family friendly.
22 locals recommend
Avoca Surf House
170 Avoca DrBeautifully presented cocktail bar and restaurant with the best views of Avoca Beach. Outdoor and indoor seating, fresh and delicious food. Family friendly.
Located upstairs from Avoca Surf Club, simple bistro food with fantastic Avoca Beach views. Weekly meal deals and affordable pricing. A great spot to watch the sunset.
Sunsets Bistro
10 Vine StLocated upstairs from Avoca Surf Club, simple bistro food with fantastic Avoca Beach views. Weekly meal deals and affordable pricing. A great spot to watch the sunset.
Located in Hardy's Bay - this Thai fusion restaurant bar is serious about pop art, and serious about good food. Trendiest place in Hardy's Bay.
24 locals recommend
The Lucky Bee Hardys Bay
189 Araluen DrLocated in Hardy's Bay - this Thai fusion restaurant bar is serious about pop art, and serious about good food. Trendiest place in Hardy's Bay.
A truly Italian experience, with a focus on local produce and quality imported products to make their authentic pasta, pizza, cheese and wine. Bistro setting located in Erina Fountain Plaza. Easy fresh, handmade daily Italian.
6 locals recommend
Remy & Co. Pizza and Pasta Bar
2 Ilya AveA truly Italian experience, with a focus on local produce and quality imported products to make their authentic pasta, pizza, cheese and wine. Bistro setting located in Erina Fountain Plaza. Easy fresh, handmade daily Italian.
Relax
Looking for some R&R on your stay? We've got you covered.
The only 5-Star Spa destination in the Central Coast. Bells at Killcare also worth a visit for lunch. A 20min drive from Casa Lola.
69 locals recommend
Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
107 The Scenic RdThe only 5-Star Spa destination in the Central Coast. Bells at Killcare also worth a visit for lunch. A 20min drive from Casa Lola.
Weekly Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Classes are held at Macmasters Surf Club. Classes are designed with you in mind, whether you are an experienced Yogi or the first time on a yoga mat. Recharge to the sounds of the ocean. Book online: http://www.emmaspivey.com
Yoga - Emma Spivey
100 Marine ParadeWeekly Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Classes are held at Macmasters Surf Club. Classes are designed with you in mind, whether you are an experienced Yogi or the first time on a yoga mat. Recharge to the sounds of the ocean. Book online: http://www.emmaspivey.com
To Do
Whether you're looking to spend some down time with friends and family, or are the more adventurous type. There are lots of great things to do in the Central Coast region.
Fantasea Whale watching cruises run Thursday - Sunday from Ettalong Beach. More info: https://www.fantasea.com.au/palm-beach-ferries/whale-watching/
Fantasea Cruising
Fantasea Whale watching cruises run Thursday - Sunday from Ettalong Beach. More info: https://www.fantasea.com.au/palm-beach-ferries/whale-watching/
Voted the best market on the Central Coast for 5 consecutive years. Loads to do; lovely stalls, live music, great food, local artists - a great day out. Every 4th Sunday on the month 9am - 2pm.
32 locals recommend
Avoca beachside markets - monthly last Sunday
Avoca DriveVoted the best market on the Central Coast for 5 consecutive years. Loads to do; lovely stalls, live music, great food, local artists - a great day out. Every 4th Sunday on the month 9am - 2pm.
Central Coast Surf school Lessons available for all ages.
Boards and wetsuits are provided for all lessons, Available at Avoca Beach. Find out more: https://centralcoastsurfschool.com.au/
12 locals recommend
CENTRAL COAST SURF SCHOOL - Avoca - Terrigal - Umina
7 Vale AveCentral Coast Surf school Lessons available for all ages.
Boards and wetsuits are provided for all lessons, Available at Avoca Beach. Find out more: https://centralcoastsurfschool.com.au/
Gorgeous little vintage picture theatrette (est 1948), showing new and classic films as well as special events. More info and tickets available at www.avocabeachpicturetheatre.com.au
141 locals recommend
Avoca Beach Theatre
69 Avoca DrGorgeous little vintage picture theatrette (est 1948), showing new and classic films as well as special events. More info and tickets available at www.avocabeachpicturetheatre.com.au
Located at Avoca Beach. Get aboard one of Aquafun's huge range of watercraft, including paddle boards, pedal-boats, and kayaks. For a fun of adventure on scenic Avoca Lake. More info: aquafun.net.au
35 locals recommend
Aquafun Avoca Lake
15 Ficus AveLocated at Avoca Beach. Get aboard one of Aquafun's huge range of watercraft, including paddle boards, pedal-boats, and kayaks. For a fun of adventure on scenic Avoca Lake. More info: aquafun.net.au
Sightseeing
The natural wonders of the NSW Central Coast are bountiful. Discover many walking tracks and incredible vantage points.
Enjoy the incredible walking track sights right on your doorstep from Casa Lola. Take the walking track to Winney Bay, up to Captain Cook Look out. Or for the less adventurous, walk or drive up to Captain Cook lookout car park for spectacular views and local whale watching.
29 locals recommend
Captain Cook Lookout
119 Del Monte PlEnjoy the incredible walking track sights right on your doorstep from Casa Lola. Take the walking track to Winney Bay, up to Captain Cook Look out. Or for the less adventurous, walk or drive up to Captain Cook lookout car park for spectacular views and local whale watching.
The Skillion in Terrigal is a local landmark with an easily accessible lookout. Hike to the top to experience amazing views of the coastline.
64 locals recommend
The Skillion
The Skillion in Terrigal is a local landmark with an easily accessible lookout. Hike to the top to experience amazing views of the coastline.
Bouddi National Park is located a 15min drive from Casa Lola. You'll find several great walks, as well as opportunities for snorkling, swimming and fishing. Discover Maitland Bar, Putty Beach and many more walking tracks. For more info: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/bouddi-national-park
169 locals recommend
Bouddi National Park
Maitland Bay TrackBouddi National Park is located a 15min drive from Casa Lola. You'll find several great walks, as well as opportunities for snorkling, swimming and fishing. Discover Maitland Bar, Putty Beach and many more walking tracks. For more info: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/bouddi-national-park
Long Jetty is a small town located next to The Entrance on the Central Coast in Australia. Here you’ll find very long and popular jetties and many vintage and second-hand stores alongside trendy cafes. A great day trip north of Copa.
17 locals recommend
Long Jetty Wharf
Long Jetty is a small town located next to The Entrance on the Central Coast in Australia. Here you’ll find very long and popular jetties and many vintage and second-hand stores alongside trendy cafes. A great day trip north of Copa.