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Mimosa Wines
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Very Expensive
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Modern Australian
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4.9
(450)
A boutique family owned gastronomic restaurant on the South Coast of NSW. We offer a 3 course lunch & dinner menu ($110pp) with optional wine pairing ($50pp).
Head chef Jan Semmelhack is a unique creator, focused on the superb local produce of the South Coast which results in a unique dining experience. Originally from Germany, Jan was the head pastry chef in two Michelin star restaurant in Berlin. Be sure to try his exceptional desserts to complete your Mimosa sensory adventure!
Our wine list has been curated to highlight snippets of the best of Australian & New Zealand wines. We showcase small, up and coming producers, as well as some of the more established winemakers. Due to our continued commitment to sustainability, we favour growers who embrace organic & biodynamic farming practices.
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    Bar Monti

    Price: Expensive
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    Italian
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    4.8
    (250)
    Casual Italian eatery down the laneway, 6/11 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula NSW.
    Monti’s menu is seasonal with a focus on fresh pasta. We aim to use the best local and Australian produce to reinterpret Italian classics.
    We offer a modern approach to an authentic Italian dining experience- a space for family and friends, tasty food, fine wine and good times.
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    Goodenia Restaurant & Bar

    Price: Expensive
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    Australian
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    4.7
    (42)
    Get ready to indulge at Goodenia Restaurant, where every bite bursts with flavour! Dumpling delights, and exciting desserts, we serve up the best of Merimbula. Set within the stunning Robyn's Nest, it's the perfect spot for a meal that will leave you craving more. Book your table now and dive into a delicious adventure!
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Superette
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Wine Bar
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4.7
(59)
A casual continental Wine Bar and store with Petit Bistro and Restaurant in the heart of Merimbula, serving the best quality produce sourced locally and the finest delicatessen from Australia and abroad.
Over 450 wines to choose from with a full cocktail and drinks menu served all day. Dine and drink at the bar and bistro or perch yourself street side with our alfresco seating. Open 7 days form 12pm for your convenience. Everyone and anyone welcome.
Mixed Business, Noon & Nights.
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    Umi-Ko Izakaya

    Price: Expensive
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    Japanese
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    4.6
    (93)
    Japanese izakaya in the heart of Merimbula- 56 Market Street, Merimbula
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    Valentina

    Price: Expensive
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    Australian
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    4.7
    (901)
    Valentina serves up a one of a kind dining experience of over the picturesque surrounds of Merimbula lake.
    Now more than ever, Valentina values the feeling of being transported. The space has been curated to satisfy all of your Mediterranean beach holiday cravings.
    Floor to ceiling glass takes you outside, and the coastal produce of the lake comes inside onto your plate. 
    Valentina’s dishes are designed to be shared with friends and family, served one after the other from the kitchen while diners lounge comfortably on abundant soft furnishings.
    Everything about Valentina’s lulls you into a sweet long lunch holiday vibe. 
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Ona Sydney
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Moderate
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Café
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4.7
(16)
ONA Coffee Sydney is a showcase coffee bar of Australian specialty coffee roaster, ONA Coffee.
Founded in 2008 by former World Barista Champion, Saša Šestic, ONA Coffee is dedicated to sharing amazing coffees from around the world, as well as the incredible stories and experiences of the people who grow them. With locations in Canberra, Melbourne & Sydney, we aim to transform the process of drinking coffee into an unforgettable experience.
Our approach is simple - we aim to take the best, natural characteristics of coffees from various countries and regions of the world, and share them in the most appropriate format.
With engaging and personalised coffee service, a range of unique specialty blends, and an extensive 'Coffee Cellar' of rare and special frozen coffees, ONA Coffee Sydney is a destination to enjoy, experience and explore the world of coffee, paired with a seasonal and locally sourced food menu curated by our head chef Roger Peeters.
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    Larrys's Pizzeria and Cocktail Bar

    Price: Moderate
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    Italian
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    4.8
    (101)
    LARRY’S PIZZERIA
    home of the Happy as Larry Pizza Truck
    A new pizzeria/ cocktail bar coming to Botany
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    The Oaks Ranch

    Price: Expensive
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    Australian
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    4.7
    (247)
    Blessed by our organic surrounds, NSW south coast produce is brimming with colour, flavour and quality. Drawing from the Pacific Ocean and the coastal lands, dining at The Oaks Ranch offers a delicious experience.
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Dulcie's Cottage
Great vibe
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Price: Moderate
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Australian
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4.5
(714)
Dulcie's is a reimagined family cottage turned restaurant bar. The menu consists of a small selection of tasty burgers, oysters, seasonal cocktails, delicious wine, and friendly chat. Dulcie’s has a long bar to sit at, a beer garden to hang in, a fireplace to warm up next to. All of our menus consider local produce and the atmosphere we aim to create is cosy, fun and comfortable. Think cool grandma crossed with cheeky grandpa vibes.
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    il Passaggio

    Price: Expensive
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    Italian
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    4.5
    (356)
    Modern Italian in a beautiful ocean front setting. Bistro style service. Limited menu on Sundays. Limit of 6 people per booking.
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Merimbula RSL Club
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Expensive
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Modern Australian
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4.6
(493)
Merimbula RSL Club is in the heart of beautiful coastal region known as the NSW Sapphire Coast. We are a relaxed family friendly club with stunning views over the lake and ocean. With an excellent rating on TripAdvisor our club has something for everyone including a restaurant, cafe, sports bar, bottleshop and free live entertainment. We’re friendly, we’re fun and we are one big family. The Merimbula RSL truly offers ‘something for everyone’!

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Frequently asked questions

The best reviewed restaurant in Capital Region is Reub Goldberg Brewing Machine

The best vegan restaurants in Capital Region are Valentina, Merimbula RSL Club and Mimosa Wines

The best vegetarian restaurants in Capital Region are Valentina, Umi-Ko Izakaya and Goodenia Restaurant & Bar

The restaurants with the best service in Capital Region are Reub Goldberg Brewing Machine, Riley's Corryong and Trappers Steak & Seafood Restaurant

The restaurants with the best ambiance in Capital Region are Reub Goldberg Brewing Machine, Riley's Corryong and Pizza Oltra at Poor Toms

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