Where to Eat in Malua Bay: Cafes, Takeaway and Restaurants
Staying in Malua Bay and wondering where to eat? Malua Bay village has a few easy spots within a short walk of Skyes Beach House, with more cafes, takeaway, waterfront restaurants and pubs a short drive away at Batehaven, Surf Beach, Broulee, Mossy Point and Batemans Bay.
SBSkyes Beach HouseMalua Bay, NSW South CoastUpdated 22 Oct 2026•9 min read•✓ Facts checked against official sources
Where to eat near Malua Bay on the NSW South Coast: village cafes and pizza, Batehaven and Surf Beach takeaway, pubs, breweries and supermarkets, with drive times.
In This Guide
1In Malua Bay village: a short walk away · 534 George Bass Dr, Malua Bay, NSW 2536
2Cafes and bakeries: about 4 minutes by car · 366 George Bass Dr, Lilli Pilli, NSW 2536
3Restaurants and takeaway: about 7 minutes by car · 647 Beach Rd, Surf Beach, NSW 2536
Quick Answers
1Are there restaurants in Malua Bay? Yes. Malua Bay village has a handful of places to eat, including a pizza cafe and a restaurant, with more in nearby Surf Beach, Batehaven, Broulee...
2Where can I get coffee near Malua Bay beach? Malua Bay village has a coffee hatch beside the newsagent and pharmacy, and there are more cafes a few minutes away at Mossy Point, Broulee and Batehaven.
3Where can I buy groceries near Malua Bay? There are shops in Malua Bay village, and larger supermarkets at Surf Beach, Tomakin, Broulee and Batemans Bay for a bigger shop.
In Malua Bay village
Foodworks & Bottleshop
a short walk away · 534 George Bass Dr, Malua Bay, NSW 2536
Small local supermarket with a bottle shop attached, good for groceries, fresh items and drinks without leaving the village. Website
Funnell's Meats & Wholesalers
a short walk away · 532 George Bass Dr, Malua Bay NSW 2536
Butcher in the Malua Bay shops, good for steaks, sausages and other meat for the barbecue.
Malua Bay Newsagents, Pharmacy & Coffee Hatch
a short walk away · 534-536 George Bass Dr, Malua Bay, NSW 2536
Village newsagency with the Malua Bay Pharmacy alongside and a coffee hatch for a morning cup. Handy for papers, basics and chemist needs.
Raymond's at Malua Bay
a short walk away · 4 Kuppa Ave, Malua Bay, NSW 2536
Licensed Chinese restaurant with a modern seaside feel, offering dine-in and takeaway for lunch and dinner. Bookings recommended in peak season. Website
Sandy Foot Pizza Cafe
a short walk away · 10 Kuppa Ave, Malua Bay, NSW 2536
Relaxed village cafe serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, best known for its pizzas. Takeaway works well for a picnic on the beach lawn. Website
Cafes and bakeries
Three66 Espresso Bar
about 4 minutes by car · 366 George Bass Dr, Lilli Pilli, NSW 2536
Small espresso bar at the Lilli Pilli shops serving good coffee and burgers, an easy stop on the way to Batemans Bay. Website
The Rivermouth General Store
about 10 minutes by car · 101 Sunpatch Parade, Tomakin NSW 2537
Community cafe and general store in Tomakin, reopened in late 2024 by a chef couple, with strong coffee and flavour-packed food. Website
Batehaven Bakehouse
about 11 minutes by car · 2 Edward Rd, Batehaven, NSW 2536
Batehaven favourite for house-baked pies, sandwiches, cakes, slices and bread plus good coffee, with a rooftop terrace overlooking the water. Website
Crumb Cafe
about 11 minutes by car · 268 Beach Rd, Batehaven, NSW 2536
Popular Batehaven cafe with a regularly changing, creative menu. Dine in for breakfast or lunch or grab something from the cabinet. Website
Edward Road Market Place
about 11 minutes by car · 2 Edward Rd, Batehaven, NSW 2536
Relaxed co-op marketplace in Batehaven where small local businesses share a space: coffee, pizza, burgers, produce, flowers, baked goods and crafts.
Killibinbin Cafe
about 12 minutes by car · 23-25 Grant Street, Broulee NSW 2537
A cosy little Broulee cafe with friendly service and proper coffee. Grab a toastie, pulled pork roll, croissant or something sweet from the cabinet and enjoy it before a beach walk. Website
The Boatshed Mossy Point
about 13 minutes by car · The Boat Ramp, Mossy Point NSW 2537
A relaxed spot on the Tomaga River with coffee, food and views toward the ocean and headland. Hire a kayak or paddleboard by the hour, or just sit and watch the boats and birds. Website
Batemans Bay Ice Creamery
about 18 minutes by car · 7 Clyde St, Batemans Bay NSW 2536
Long-running waterfront ice-cream shop on Clyde St with dozens of flavours, plus crepes, shakes, coffee and breakfast. Outdoor seating overlooks the Clyde River. Website
Escape place cafe
about 18 minutes by car · 9 Clyde St, Batemans Bay, NSW 2536
Friendly Clyde Street cafe in Batemans Bay for breakfast or lunch, with order-ahead pickup online. Website
Grumpy & Sweetheart's
about 18 minutes by car · 34 Sydney St, Mogo NSW 2536
Family-run cafe in historic Mogo with a leafy, dog-friendly courtyard, an indoor room with a fireplace and a vegan-friendly menu. Good coffee and relaxed cooked food; no meal orders after 2:30pm. Website
Se7en Cafe
about 18 minutes by car · 31 Clyde St, Batemans Bay, NSW 2536
Bright Clyde Street cafe in Batemans Bay overlooking the river and new bridge, good for breakfast or lunch, with online ordering. Website
The Mossy Cafe
about 18 minutes by car · 31 Pacific St, Mossy Point, NSW 2537
Much-loved Mossy Point cafe with a worldwide-inspired menu and plenty of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan choices. Website
Single Fin Canteen & Goods
about 20 minutes by car · 79 Coronation Dr, Broulee, NSW 2537
Laid-back cafe opposite Broulee beach known for great coffee and baked goods, also selling art, gifts and native flowers. Website
Restaurants and takeaway
Surf Beach Cafe & Takeaway
about 7 minutes by car · 647 Beach Rd, Surf Beach, NSW 2536
Beachfront cafe and takeaway at Surf Beach with a deck over the sand. Known for fish and chips, burgers, wraps and good coffee. Website
Surf Beach Chinese Takeaway
about 7 minutes by car · 10/640 Explorers Way, Surf Beach, NSW 2536
Local Chinese takeaway in the Surf Beach shopping plaza, an easy dinner pick-up close to the house. Listings suggest it may be temporarily closed, so call first.
Scrumptious Restaurant
about 10 minutes by car · 438 Beach Rd, Sunshine Bay, NSW 2536
Evening restaurant at Pleasurelea resort in Sunshine Bay that welcomes non-guests. It operates seasonally, so confirm it is open before heading over. Website
Smokey Dan's
about 10 minutes by car · 2152 George Bass Dr, Tomakin, NSW 2537
Smokehouse restaurant and bar in Tomakin serving ironbark-smoked brisket, pulled pork and ribs, plus burgers, pizzas, tap beer and cocktails. Also a popular live-music venue. Website
Berny's at Batehaven
about 11 minutes by car · 246 Beach Rd, Batehaven NSW 2536
Batehaven takeaway known for fresh fish, hand-cut chips and potato scallops, plus oysters from the owners' own leases. Take it to nearby Corrigans Beach. Website
Heat Woodfired Pizza Bar
about 11 minutes by car · 1/270 Beach Rd, Batehaven NSW 2536
Batehaven favourite since 2007 for southern-Italian-style woodfired pizza. Order online for pick-up, or ask about delivery to Malua Bay. Website
Mao's Thai Restaurant
about 11 minutes by car · 268 Beach Rd, Batehaven, NSW 2536
Neighbourhood Thai restaurant among the Batehaven shops, suited to a casual dinner out or an easy takeaway night after the beach. Website
Ccooks @ Corrigans
about 12 minutes by car · 202-208 Beach Rd, Batehaven, NSW 2536
Licensed modern Australian restaurant at Corrigans Cove Resort in Batehaven, a short stroll from Corrigans Beach. Handy for a relaxed dinner and cocktails; book ahead. Website
Foodmandu Restaurant and Bar
about 14 minutes by car · 268 Beach Road, Batehaven NSW 2536
Nepalese street food, curries and house specialities, plus some Indian and Italian dishes. Eat in, take away or have it delivered, and it's open seven days. Website
JJ's at the Marina
about 14 minutes by car · 27 Beach Road, Batemans Bay NSW 2536
Marina-view dining focused on regional seafood and produce, with a big cocktail and wine list and outdoor seating. Website
Ocean Breeze Takeaway
about 15 minutes by car · 2/244 Beach Road, Batehaven NSW 2536
A well-reviewed fish and chip shop a short walk from the beach and park. Fresh seafood, calamari and potato scallops are favourites, with outdoor seating to enjoy them. Website
Raging Bull American BBQ
about 15 minutes by car · 28 Beach Rd, Batemans Bay, NSW 2536
Texan-style low-and-slow barbecue in Batemans Bay: smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs and lamb, plus burgers, sausages and mac and cheese. Website
Pearly Oyster Bar and Farm
about 16 minutes by car · 6 North Street, Batemans Bay NSW 2536
Freshly shucked Sydney Rock and native Angasi oysters from the family's own Clyde River leases, served at a relaxed bar. Website
Innes' Boatshed
about 18 minutes by car · 1 Clyde St, Batemans Bay NSW 2536
Family-run boatshed on the Clyde River serving fresh local seafood and famous fish and chips since 1955. Eat by the water or take away. Website
Pubs, breweries and distilleries
Foxdog Distillery
about 12 minutes by car · 312 Tomakin Rd, Mogo, NSW 2536
Farm distillery and brewery near Mogo making small-batch gins (Mandarin and Rosella are popular) and beer, with tastings, food and mountain views. Website
Bayview Hotel
about 18 minutes by car · 20 Orient St, Batemans Bay, NSW 2536
Family-friendly Batemans Bay pub with a bistro, beer garden, pool table and fenced kids' play area, plus a drive-through bottle shop. Website
Broulee Brewhouse
about 20 minutes by car · 71 Coronation Dr, Broulee, NSW 2537
Lively beachside brewery and beer garden at Broulee pouring its own IPAs, pale ales and lagers, with food and regular events. Families and dogs welcome outside. Website
Steampacket Hotel Nelligen
about 28 minutes by car · 963 Kings Hwy, Nelligen NSW 2536
Renovated village pub near the Clyde River with pub meals, craft beer, a shady beer garden and live music. Family and pet friendly. Website
Quantum Brewery
about 29 minutes by car · 57 Hawdon Street, Moruya NSW 2537
Craft beer in a heritage cheese factory, with a mezzanine cafe bar looking down over the brewing area and gardens. Website
Adelaide Hotel Moruya
about 30 minutes by car · 38 Vulcan St, Moruya, NSW 2537
Traditional Moruya pub facing Riverside Park, with two bars, a beer garden and a bistro. Good for a meal and a drink after the markets. Website
Moruya Waterfront Hotel Motel
about 30 minutes by car · 1-5 Princes Hwy, Moruya, NSW 2537
Historic riverside pub (since 1848) with a beer garden on the Moruya River, bistro meals and live entertainment. Website
Self-catering: supermarkets and bottle shops
IGA Surf Beach
about 8 minutes by car · Surf Beach Plaza, 640-646 Beach Road, Surf Beach NSW 2536
A handy neighbourhood supermarket for groceries and holiday top-ups, in the same small shopping plaza as the pharmacy, surgery and bottle shop.
Batehaven Mall
about 11 minutes by car · 242 Beach Rd, Batehaven, NSW 2536
Neighbourhood shopping centre in Batehaven with an IGA supermarket, pharmacy, butcher, bakery, cafes and free parking. Good for a quick top-up shop.
IGA Tomakin
about 11 minutes by car · George Bass Drive, Tomakin NSW 2537
The Tomakin shops' supermarket, handy for groceries and basics if you're staying down the southern end of the coast road.
FoodWorks Broulee
about 12 minutes by car · Train Street Central, 38-44 Train Street, Broulee NSW 2537
Broulee's village supermarket, open seven days. It has a deli with ready-to-go meals and sandwiches, fresh produce, groceries and a bottle shop.
Woolworths Batemans Bay
about 18 minutes by car · 13 Clyde St, Batemans Bay NSW 2536
Full-size Woolworths supermarket at Bridge Plaza, just across North Street from the Village Centre. Handy for groceries, with a few specialty shops alongside. Website
Drive times are rough estimates from Skyes Beach House and change with traffic and season. Opening hours vary, so check before you head out.
FAQs About Eating Near Malua Bay
Are there restaurants in Malua Bay?
Yes. Malua Bay village has a handful of places to eat, including a pizza cafe and a restaurant, with more in nearby Surf Beach, Batehaven, Broulee and Mossy Point.
Where can I get coffee near Malua Bay beach?
Malua Bay village has a coffee hatch beside the newsagent and pharmacy, and there are more cafes a few minutes away at Mossy Point, Broulee and Batehaven.
Where can I buy groceries near Malua Bay?
There are shops in Malua Bay village, and larger supermarkets at Surf Beach, Tomakin, Broulee and Batemans Bay for a bigger shop.
Can I get fish and chips or takeaway near Malua Bay?
Yes. There are takeaway shops at Surf Beach and Batehaven, and fish and chips near Corrigans Beach.
Is there a pub or brewery near Malua Bay?
There are pubs in Batemans Bay and Nelligen, and craft breweries and a distillery within about 12 to 20 minutes by car.
Skyes Beach House is a holiday house in Malua Bay on the NSW South Coast, with spas, a sauna and arcade machines. The beach is across the road, about a two-minute walk away. The whole house sleeps up to 20 guests, or you can book the upstairs level for up to 14 or the downstairs level for up to 6.
Read more Malua Bay and Batemans Bay area guides, or look at the Skyes Beach House stays: the whole house for up to 20 guests, the upstairs level for up to 14 or the downstairs level for up to 6.
