Love Local List: Central Coast Mariners

Founded in 2004, the Central Coast Mariners Football Club is first ever professional sporting group to represent the Central Coast region at a national and international level  The A-League club playing at it’s home stadium, Polytec Stadium in Gosford and training at a purpose built training facility, Mariners Centre of Excellence at Tuggerah.  

With two A League Championship, two A-League Premierships, five a League Grand Finals, four AFC Champions Leagues the future is bright! With struth of achievements under their belt and a strength like no other in the team, the Mariners are going from strength to strength to become one of the greatest A-League teams of all time. This is an exciting time for the football club and the Central Coast community has no end of support for the navy and yellow jerseys!  

Priding themselves on supporting the local community, the club are often seen meeting their fans and welcoming spectators to watch them train,

While watching a game at the Polytec Stadium at Gosford, use this list to find local restaurants, bars and accommodation in the area. Gosford has a diverse of cuisine to offer and the with it’s prime location from the M1 motorway, it’s a wonderful place to visit before the game kicks off!

Sitting on the banks of Brisbane water at Gosford, with palm trees lining the southern side, Polytec Stadium is a truly picturesque sporting and entertainment venue. With a breeze from the bay due to the open aspect of the stadium and its proximity to local pubs, restaurants and accommodation venues, there is nowhere else like it.

It’s a stadium that showcases the region, supporting local businesses as well as promoting stadium partners Australian Reptile Park, Six Strings Brewing Co and East Coast Beverages. Not to mention the position of the venue is a photographers dream especially when dusky skies, silhouetted palm trees prevail, it's arguably acts as the perfect backdrop.  

At Baker St, 6 Baker Street, Gosford

Dine in for lunch or dinner or order a family take away box to go.

Bay Rd Brewing, 89 Donnison Street, Gosford

Gosford's micro brewery in a fresh airy space serving craft beer and delicious food.

Central Coast Leagues Club, 1 Dane Srive, Gosford

Array of dining options in this newly renovated club.

Drifters Wharf, Dane Drive, Gosford.

Waterfront dining, from fresh seafood to unique cocktails

Eat Street Cafe, 383 Masons Parade, Gosford

Order a burger, hotdog, pastries and coffee to go. Situated right on Gosford waterfront.

Gosford Sailing Club, 28 Masons Parade, Gosford

Modern dining experience with a stunning view over Brisbane Water.

Hotel Gosford, 179 Mann Street, Gosford 

An iconic Award winning pub in the heart of Gosford

OG Bowls, William Street, Gosford

Fresh and healthy bowls, teas and juices to nourish the body.

Tommy’s Cafe, 1 Gertrude Place, Gosford

Coastal feels for breakfast and brunch.

Pinocchio’s Wine and Pizza Bar, 32 Williams Street, Gosford

A taste of Italy in the heart of Gosford CBD.

Railway Hotel Gosford Bar and Steakhouse, Mann Street, Gosford

Paddock to plate experience using local producers.

South End Social, 1/32 Mann Street, Gosford

Simple and fresh. Dine on the terrace. Open breakfast, brunch and lunch.

The Good Bit’s Co, 107-109 Mann Street, Gosford

Fresh flavoursome breakfast and lunches.  All goods baked in house.

Gosford RSL Club 26 Central Coast Highway, West Gosford

Five diverse local and international culinary options in the recently renovated superclub.

Little Miss Mezza, 299 Brisbane Water Drive, West Gosford

Middle Eastern with a twist of modern contemporary Australian.

Settler's Tavern, Hely Street, West Gosford

Relaxed and contemporary dining, with some old favourites.

Jimmy G's, 69 Central Coast Highway, West Gosford

Serve your coffee cravings and delight in fresh simple cafe food.

KEFI, 19 Brisbane Water Drive, Koolewong

Absolute waterfront dining with Greek Island style views.

World Burger, 66 York St, East Gosford

Big and tasty burgers and awesome milkshakes!

Bouffant, 101A Victoria Street, East Gosford

Premium bakery creating delicious sweet pastries, tarts, cakes, pies and doughnuts.

Eleanora Hotel, 41 Victoria St, East Gosford

Affectionally known to the locals as "The Elly", enjoy internationally inspired pub food and fresh cocktails.

Crust East Gosford, 36-40 Victoria Street, East Gosford

Home to gourmet pizza made with quality ingredients.

Fedele's East Gosford, 3/36-40 Victoria Street, East Gosford

Authentic Italian cuisines made with a charming atmosphere.