Gringa

Gringa is a casual Mexican taco spot at 2/81 Meadow St, Tarrawanna, and the single reason it earns a spot on your list is the shared outdoor beer garden with next-door brewery Reub Goldberg Brewing Machine. Order your food, grab a craft beer, and settle in with the dog.

The dog setup: Dogs are welcome in the covered outdoor area shared with RGBM. Order at the Gringa counter, then carry your tacos through to the spacious brewery courtyard. There is no confirmed water bowl on-site, so bring a portable one. Keep your dog leashed, as the area gets busy and residential streets are close by.

Good to know: Gringa turns out authentic Mexican street tacos with a rotating menu, including solid vegetarian and vegan options. Pair them with RGBM's beer lineup and you have a genuinely good lunch or early dinner combination.

Getting there: Free street parking is typically available nearby but tightens up on Friday evenings and weekends. For a nearby walk, Bellambi Beach is a short drive away, or Culture Cafe Corrimal is worth knowing for a separate morning coffee run.

Best to arrive early or mid-afternoon on weekends to dodge the heaviest crowds.

Sources

• gringa | authentic mexican tacos | wollongong · gringa.com.au

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