In Pearl Beach
As of 2025, Pearl Beach village no longer has cafés or restaurants. The much-loved Pearls on the Beach (later Amalfi Pearl Beach) and the General Store/Café (known for a while as Pearly’s) have sadly closed.
That said, there are often seasonal pop-ups: during the Christmas and New Year period the old café space may host a temporary operator, and on weekends the Pearl Beach Hall frequently has a coffee van or pop-up café serving coffee, pastries and light bites.
For more consistent options, the closest food and coffee are just a short drive away — Patonga (5 mins), Umina, Ettalong and Woy Woy (10–20 mins) all have excellent choices.
Patonga (5 mins)
The Boathouse Hotel Patonga
Iconic waterfront pub serving modern Australian bistro meals, seafood and pub classics. The attached Boathouse Kiosk offers coffee, light breakfasts, and takeaway fish & chips—perfect for beach days.
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Umina, Ettalong & Woy Woy (10–20 mins)
Umina
- Café RONTO – Stylish brunch spot with Hungarian-inspired dishes like Turkish eggs, okonomiyaki fritters and truffle Benedict.
👉 Website - Jasmine Greens Park Kiosk – Relaxed kiosk by Umina Beach serving fresh, healthy bites with vegetarian/vegan options. Great for coffee and pastries after a swim. Next to a huge enclosed kids playground and skate park.
👉 Website - West Street – The main strip of Umina has a wide mix of casual cafés, bakeries, Thai and takeaway options to explore.
Ettalong
- Chica Chica – Vibrant South American-inspired restaurant with cocktails and a lively atmosphere.
👉 Website/Bookings - Madame Spice – Modern Thai with great reviews, good for groups or takeaway.
👉 Website/Bookings - Bar Toto – Italian-style small bar famous for its cocktails, antipasti and late-night vibe — perfect for aperitivo or a relaxed night out.
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Woy Woy
- Spices 29 – Award-winning Goan Indian, highly rated for authentic curries and rich flavours.
👉 Website - Bayview Hotel – Pub and bistro with a rooftop bar overlooking Brisbane Water. Great for casual dining.
👉 Website - Woy Woy Fishermen’s Wharf – Central Coast institution for seafood, specialising in freshly grilled and dry-aged fish. Bookings recommended.
👉 Website - Tropicana Social – A colourful, retro-inspired bar and pizza joint with cocktails, live music and a playful atmosphere. Perfect for a night out or group gathering. Offers takeaway pizzas as well
👉 Website - Link & Pin – Local favourite café/bar and arts hub. Great coffee and light food during the day, transforming into an intimate bar and live music venue at night. Expect gigs, spoken word, and community events.
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Groceries & Supplies
If you’d like to cook at The Black Pearl or stock up on essentials, here are the closest supermarkets and bottle shops:
Umina Beach (10–15 mins)
- Woolworths Umina Beach – Large full-line supermarket.
- Coles Umina Beach – Convenient option right on West Street.
- ALDI Umina Beach – For budget-friendly groceries and weekly specials.
- IGA Umina (Lone Pine Plaza) – Handy local supermarket for quick top-ups.
- BWS Umina Beach – Liquor store near Woolworths for wine, beer and spirits.
Woy Woy (15–20 mins)
- Woolworths Woy Woy – Large, easy-access supermarket with parking.
- Coles Woy Woy – Central supermarket near the station.
- Dan Murphy’s Woy Woy – Wide range of alcohol at good prices.
Ettalong (15 mins)
- IGA Ettalong – Smaller but handy for essentials and top-up shops.
- Upstairs Wine – Boutique liquor store with a carefully curated selection of bottles. Great for something special to enjoy back at the house.
Ordering in
- Uber Eats – limited coverage; mainly Umina/Ettalong.
- Menulog – better coverage for Umina & Woy Woy.
- DoorDash – patchy, but worth checking.
