Mid-week locals night on the Central Coast: Where to eat and drink for less during the week

Now’s your chance to try that spot you’ve been eyeing, discover something new, or head back to an old favourite. Live like a true Coastie and make the most of this incredible region. Just don’t forget your ID to prove you’re a local.

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Kincumber Hotel

Raise your hand if you need plans for dinner Monday-Thursday? A favourite with the locals is the Kincumber Hotel at Kincumber and they have you covered with specials including $20 rump steaks on Monday and $16 pizza Thursday, plus $16 lunch specials Monday to Friday.

Avoca Beach House

Avoca Beach House is an iconic seafood restaurant located a few short steps from the sand and surf of one of our most iconic beach destinations. Enjoy high-quality seafood, amazing share-style platters, and sensational cocktails in a relaxed space with 180-degree beachside views. Locals Night happens every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for lunch and dinner. Winner, winner, seafood dinner!

Terrigal Hotel

With ocean and lagoon views, the Terrigal Hotel is a great spot to order a $18 pizza every Wednesday, plus other weeknight specials Monday-Thursday. Choose to dine in on the huge outdoor terrace or opt for a takeaway to enjoy a picnic style dinner on the beach.

Suq Restaurant

The menu at Suq Restaurant is created with flavours from France, Italy, The Mediterranean, North Africa, Japan and Asia and luckily for you every Wednesday and Thursday during Winter, you can enjoy a three-course shared plate menu with a selected glass of wine for $50pp. A real mid-week local's treat!

Coco Bar and Dining

The crew at Coco Bar and Dining sure do love their locals. If you're keen to try Asian Fusion inspired by Japan, Korea, Vietnam, China and Malaysia, visit on a Wednesday or Thursday night for a 3-course dinner for $45 pp, or $44 per person at lunchtime for 5-courses.

Lady Copa Pizzeria de Birra

Rustic Italian woodfired at Lady Copa Pizzeria de Birra located on the beach at Copacabana.  A local's favourite serving delicious artisan food, and specially selected wines and beer on tap. Lady Copa is a family and dog-friendly restaurant catering for everyone, including gluten free and vegan. Warm up your belly with their Wednesday Winter Warmer including any two pizzas, garlic focaccia, and a bottle of shiraz for $85.

Wild Flower Bar and Dining

Nestled within Bouddi National Park, Bells at Killcare long lunch local’s special is a perfect way to start the weekend. Each Friday, Wild Flower Bar and Dining’s Plat du Jour menu offers freshly baked Bells Bakery focaccia, a bowl of house made pasta of the day and a glass of Sommelier selected wine all for just $38pp.  

Anchor on Hardy's

Every Friday and Saturday between 3-5pm, head to Anchor on Hardy's for $7 wine and beer, $12 spritz' and $3 oysters. A very happy Happy Hour indeed.

Box on the Water

Set on the edge of shoreline at Ettalong Beach, the Box on The Water is a stunning location. With a bright and fresh interior, make Thursday’s your night to take advantage of their Locals Night. For $52pp, you can enjoy two-courses and a glass of house wine, sparkling or tap beer.

Madame Spice

For local lovers of Asian fusion dishes this one is for you. Take 15% off your bill every Thursday from 5pm for Locals nights at Madame Spice in Ettalong.

Don Pedros

For those Coasties who love Mexican, we have great news! Save 20% every Wednesday evening at Don Pedros in Umina Beach! Their legendary locals offer allows you to enjoy 20% off the entire bill! Reserve a table at this popular Mexican Cantina and enjoy sizzling fajitas, enchiladas, quesadillas and tacos! 

Beef and Barramundi

If you're a lover for a place known to serve up phenomenal surf and turf, then visit Beef and Barramundi on Tuesday or Wednesday night. For $50pp, receive a two-course dinner featuring a main & desserts, plus a cheeky glass of wine.

Amalfi Ettalong

The team at Amalfi Ettalong love their neighbours, so to give back to Coasties they're offering 20% off the entire bill every Thursday night. That's right! Head to Amalfi, grab a selection of your favourites and get 20% off.

Chica Chica

Head to Chica Chica in Ettalong on a Wednesday or Thursday night and receive 15% off your entire bill. With this deal, you'll want to dive into their tastebud-tingling Southern American inspired menu.

The Beachie

Get a full stomach and a happy heart at The Beachcomber Hotel at Toukley with expansive views of the lake while enjoying their weekly specials. Specials include: Chef's Butcher Cut Special on Monday for $35, $12 Margaritas and $6 Tacos every Tuesday, 2 for $40 pizza Wednesdays and a Burger and Brew Special for $25 every Thursday.

Motel Mezza

Every Tuesday is local's night at Motel Mezza in Wyong. Visit the old bank and enjoy a delicious 2-course Middle Eastern inspired meal with a duo of dips to start for just $45 pp and if you have room for dessert, you can choose from the chef selections for just $5 extra. 

Toukley Golf Club

Whether you've played a round of golf or not, every Wednesday in the Aviary at Toukley Golf Club, locals will be treated to a new menu and can select either a 2 course dinner for $40 pp or a 3 course dinner for $50 pp. 

Cecilia's Restaurant

For an exciting mix to contemporary dining, small plates, dumplings and Japanese Ramen where you can experience flavour, vibrance and excitement in every mouthful head to Cecilia's Restaurant and Bar in Toowoon Bay. Mid week you can choose two courses for $50 per person or three for $60. BYO Wednesday and Thursday for $4 pp.

The Lakes Hotel

There is a special on most nights of the week at The Lakes Hotel at The Entrance. Specials include: $15 pasta on Monday, $15 house crumbed chicken schnitzel on Tuesday, $17 250g rump on Wednesday, $15 pale ale battered flathead on Thursday and $20 classic Sunday roast to end the week. 

Railway Hotel Gosford

The Railway Hotel love their locals. That's why every Tuesday night is locals night in this venue in the heart of Gosford. From 5pm receive a complimentary house beer or wine with every steak! Thats a mid-week meal worth having!

Kefi

Every Wednesday night, Kefi at Koolewong holds their locals night. Enjoy a 2 course Greek and modern Australian inspired dinner for $45pp, a glass of select wine for $10, plus luxe ladd ons like their fresh oysters, anchovy crostini & Greek caviar for $5 each.

FunHaus Factory

Every Friday feel good with a locals night of burgers, bevvy's and Beats! Come into FunHaus Factory in Gsoford to start the weekend by enjoy an extended happy hour with $6 schooners and tuck into to local sourced burgers, slildes with vegetrain and vegan options. 

La Gioia

Enjoy the comfort of deliciously authentic Italian every Tuesday at La Gioia in Erina with their locals night. Pick whatever your heart desires from their menu, and receive 15% off the entire bill when you dine in on Tueday.