Best beer in Wollongong

Up and down the Leisure Coast in Wollongong we are blessed with some of the best beer around. Discover the best beer in Wollongong at top breweries like Principle Brewing, Seeker Brewing, and Barrel Shepherd. From XPAs and sours to lagers and rich stouts, relax and explore what we think are the best local brews and hidden gems in the Illawarra.

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Principle Brewing, Fairy Meadow

Normal beers brewed locally that always taste great. Could this be our club house?

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Bellambi Hotel & Drive-through

Proper local joint with a good selection of beers on tap and a very impressive drive-through fridge.

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Seeker Brewing, Unanderra

We love the frothy fun, collaborations with other brewers and in-house pizza for carb loading after a ride.

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Reub Goldberg Brewing Machine, Tarrawanna

A hidden gem with laid back vibes, mexican food and a range of brews that’s always changing.

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The Barrel Shepherd, Bellambi

Get something special from this crew ageing beer in barrels (hence the name) for a sour hit on the flavour highway!