Karuah Places to eat & drink

Food, wine & nightlife

Don't feel like cooking while you are on holidays?

We hear you! That's why we've put together some helpful information on where you can grab a bite to eat while you are staying with us in Karuah.

Bridgeview Restaurant at the Karuah RSL
The Karuah RSL
The Karuah Pizzeria
The Karuah Pizzeria
The Karuah Oyster Bar
The Karuah Oyster Bar

BIG4 Karuah Jetty Coffee Van

Yes, we have our very own coffee van in the park.

Karuah RSL & Bridgeview Restaurant (pictured)

Karuah RSL & Bowling Club is just a short stroll from the park or take the free courtesy bus from the park at 5pm daily. The menu at Bridgeview Restaurant is a fusion of both Asian and Australian cuisines.

  • Daily lunch specials and great kids menu.
  • Gluten free and vegetarian menu.
  • Tuesday night buffet, including fresh prawns and dessert.
  • Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.

Karuah Pizzeria

  • This local, family pizzeria offers a wide range of woodfired pizza, pastas, breads, salads, burgers, fried foods and desserts.
  • Located at 410 Tarean Road, Karuah, they are usually open Wednesday to Sunday for dinner, with extended hours during school holidays.

Karuah Seafood and Thai

  • 413 Tarean Rd, Karuah.
  • Open for lunch and dinner 6 days. Closed Tuesday.
  • Fresh seafood, fish and chips and authentic Thai food.

The Karuah Oyster Bar

  • 4/429 Tarean Rd, Karuah.
  • Open 6 days a week (closed Monday) and seasonally, some additional days.
  • A 4th generation fisherman and fishmonger wife supplying Karuah and surrounds with fresh local seafood.

Russ's Hot Bread Shop

  • 412 Tarean Rd, Karuah, next to the Butcher.
  • Open for breakfast and lunch 6 days. Closed Sunday.
  • Pies, sausage rolls, sandwiches, bread rolls, cakes, slices.

BP Road House Service Station - open 24 hours

  • 24 hour diner and takeaway.
  • 403 Tarean Rd, Karuah.


There are also plenty of options for cooking up your own feast, including our well-stocked IGA, local butcher, bakery and local seafood! 

Don't miss the delicious Asian and Australian meals at Bridgeview Restaurant at the Karuah RSL!

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