This place is so popular that it is always full while the restaurants around it may be empty. I like to go there for a spontaneous lunch and usually there will be maybe one table free or someone just leaving, so it's worth trying for a table even without a booking. Today I had the roast duck noodle soup with vermicelli noodles. It was delicious and there was a generous quantity of very tender duck meat in the soup. My husband had dry stir-fried tofu and vegetables which he was very happy with. The meals here are huge and the service is lightning quick. Great if you want a fast, inexpensive, good quality meal but not somewhere to linger.

Approximate cost: $11

This is my favourite cafe in Wollongong. They make the coffee exactly how you ask for it, and their friands are the freshest I've ever tasted. Their juice bar is also awesome. The view is about the best around, and there are plenty of tables and chairs where you can just sit for however long you want and gaze out at the surfers, the swimmers, and the ocean.

We have been here a couple of times and of all the dishes I've enjoyed. Some are better value and larger than others but they're all very tasty. The mushroom dish is to die for. I also enjoyed their apple tea. Depending on who is serving, the service can be medium to very good.

This is a great place for a cut and colour. I've been going for years and it's very good value plus the colour is always just right. It is a peaceful location opposite a park, the staff are very friendly, and there is plenty of parking. Highly recommended.

I had an excellent experience here using Isobel to do my conveyancing. She is very efficient and professional. The lawyer Greg Woods is also excellent and specialises in family law, although I went to him for different legal issues. I would definitely recommend the firm to anyone.

We thoroughly enjoyed our meals here and would definitely go back. The service was very good as well. Good menu choices with some vegetarian options and not too expensive.

They have a voucher online whereby you can download a 7-day free pass to use at any of their fitness classes. I was contacted by a representative of the fitness centre the day after I downloaded the voucher and when I said I wanted to improve my sore back (muscle problem only according to x-rays) I was told I couldn't use the voucher without first going to the doctor and getting a certificate of fitness! Needless to say, I have gone somewhere else. Their tactics to put me off using the free voucher have also put me off going there at all.