It looks like a beach kiosk turned into a cafe, right next to a huge playground with a flying fox so perfect for families.

I’ve been to Rick Stein at Mollymook but this was my first time to the Port Stephens location.

Cheeseburger spring rolls - these were no Ms G’s but pretty good Port Stephens version.

Spot sea animals from your table on the marina.

You come here for the location, overlooking the ocean. You can’t get much better!

C.C. Babcoq is a Cronulla institution, it’s like a fancy Chargrill Charlie’s of the south.

Boronia is an Aussie flowering gum, so I can see the Aussie native flower connection.

Featured on every dog friendly list in Sydney is The Carrington or “The Carro”.

Demochi is a creation between a donut & mochi, the result is a light crisp with a pillowy perfect chew.

Situated on the piers stood Lavana their slogan is “Tapas. Wine. Grill” offering tapas and mains that highlight locally sourced seafood and fresh daily produce with a touch of Mediterranean influence.

LuMi in Italian means small lights, which the restaurant is full of! LuMi serves modern Italian food with a Japanese twist.

Thaleia means the Muse of comedy and idyllic poetry.

Lucky enough to meet the man himself Dan Hong, told him how amazing he is.

We picked this restaurant for the location, aesthetic and the food! It’s such a perfect girls lunch venue.

Elettro Pizza was named after the massive electric pizza oven the owner Flavio bought for an amazing price from another business during COVID.