The Hill Bar & Kitchen

The short version. The Hill Bar & Kitchen is a relaxed bar and kitchen on Fern Street in Gerringong with ocean views from its deck, and it welcomes dogs in the outdoor seating. It is a busy weekend spot, so a table booking helps.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor veranda and deck seating, not inside the dining room. Staff are used to accommodating dogs in the outdoor area. Because it gets full on weekends, it is worth booking ahead and asking specifically for a dog-friendly outdoor table when you do, so you are not left waiting with a dog on the footpath.

Good to know. The panoramic ocean outlook from the deck is the main reason people come, alongside a broad menu of local dishes, cocktails and beer. The adjacent Hill Kiosk is known for weekend cinnamon scrolls if you want something simpler with a coffee.

Getting there. It is on the main street of Gerringong. Street parking along Fern Street can fill up on busy days, and there is a public parking area nearby. Central accommodation is within an easy walk.

When to go. Weekend lunches and late afternoons are the draw for the view, and also the busiest, so book. Werri Beach is just down the hill for a walk before or after.

Sources

• The Hill Bar and Kitchen - Gerringong Restaurants - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au

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