{"id":198954,"date":"2023-05-30T14:46:07","date_gmt":"2023-05-30T04:46:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.australiantraveller.com\/?p=198954"},"modified":"2023-06-02T17:37:44","modified_gmt":"2023-06-02T07:37:44","slug":"where-to-eat-stay-and-play-in-wagga-wagga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.australiantraveller.com\/nsw\/riverina\/wagga-wagga\/where-to-eat-stay-and-play-in-wagga-wagga\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to eat, stay and play in Wagga Wagga"},"content":{"rendered":"
It may be known as the land of many crows, but Wagga Wagga and surrounds are fast evolving into the land of boutique stays, quality coffee, gourmet restaurants, fine wines and rich cultural experiences.<\/h5>\n

Planted alongside the Murrumbidgee River near the Great Dividing Range in New South Wales<\/a>\u2019 Riverina region is Wagga Wagga. Translated as \u2018the land of many crows\u2019 from the Wiradjuri Aboriginal language, the inland city is emerging<\/strong> as one of the state\u2019s most idyllic weekend escapes. We\u2019ve uncovered the best places to eat<\/a>, stay<\/a> and play<\/a> while you\u2019re there.<\/p>\n

Wagga Wagga restaurants<\/h2>\n

Dig into a selection of exquisite meals at these top restaurants and cafes in Wagga Wagga.<\/p>\n

Larry\u2019s<\/h3>\n

Larry\u2019s<\/a>, formerly known as 10BestSt, is located on one of the main streets in the centre of town and is one of the most popular cafes in Wagga Wagga<\/a>. The specialty coffee roasters serve up excellent coffee alongside a well-rounded breakfast menu. You\u2019ll find old favourites such as eggs benedict, smashed avocado, eggs your way and toasted muesli served with seasonal fruits and yoghurt, as well as a selection of tasty sides to build your own ideal dish.<\/p>\n

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Sit down for a hearty breakfast at Larry’s. (Image: Ash Smith)<\/p><\/div>\n

Address:<\/strong> 10 Best Street, Wagga Wagga, NSW<\/p>\n

Fitz Cafe<\/h3>\n

At first glance, Fitz Cafe<\/a> looks like a tiny takeaway cafe with limited outdoor seating, but step inside through the door to the left and you\u2019ll find the cafe\u2019s cosy indoor seating area. Industrial-looking lights dangle from the jungle growth of greenery on the ceiling and chilled tunes play over the speakers. Sit and enjoy a coffee and one of the many treats from the cafe\u2019s counter cabinet or choose from their extensive all-day breakfast menu. There are also salads, wraps and focaccias available to order for lunch. The cafe offers gluten-free and vegan options.<\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 84-86 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga, NSW<\/p>\n

Trail Street Coffee Shop<\/h3>\n

The Trail Street Coffee Shop<\/a>\u00a0is a bit of an institution in Wagga. Established in 1999, the cafe grinds up specialty beans from Full Circle Coffee Roasters and serves one of the best coffees you\u2019ll find in town.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the kind of quirky, edgy cafe you\u2019d expect to find in diverse Sydney suburbs like Marrickville, with lycra-clad cyclists sitting outside enjoying their coffee pit stop, early risers typing away on their laptops and groups of young and old who come for the food, coffee and company. Top it all off with a stellar breakfast and lunch menu and you can see why this is a local favourite.<\/p>\n

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Stop by for brunch at Trail St Coffee Shop. (Image: Justine Brentenall)<\/p><\/div>\n

Address:<\/strong> 34 Trail Street, Wagga Wagga, NSW<\/p>\n

Cottontail Restaurant & Winery<\/h3>\n

While Wagga Wagga is filled with cosy pubs<\/a> that have extensive wine lists, it\u2019s worth heading out of town and checking out drops straight from the vine. This family-owned-and-run restaurant and vineyard is just 15 minutes from the centre of town. Ask for a seat on the deck so you can enjoy the view (they have ample heating, so don\u2019t worry about the cold).<\/p>\n

Cottontail\u2019s menu<\/a> offers a mix of real good comfort food and modern dining, so you can share a few wood-fired pizzas or go a bit fancier with crispy pork belly or the trio of lamb. Don\u2019t skip dessert \u2013 the rice chocolate pave with salted caramel, toasted hazelnuts and ice-cream is not to be missed.<\/p>\n

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Discover cheesy favourites at Cottontail Restaurant & Winery.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address:<\/strong> 562 Pattersons Road, Eunanoreenya, NSW<\/p>\n

The Artisan Baker<\/h3>\n

You can even find a little slice of France in Wagga at the Artisan Baker<\/a> on Morgan Street in the town centre. The French-born owner and baker creates the most delectable French pastries, sweets and fresh, crunchy, soft-centred baguettes.<\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 2\/189 Morgan Street, Wagga Wagga, NSW<\/p>\n

Wagga Wagga accommodation<\/h2>\n

Wagga Wagga is an RV-friendly town<\/strong>, but if you\u2019re heading in sans caravan it\u2019s worth considering some of the state\u2019s most unique and luxurious accommodation options <\/a>that can be found just outside of Wagga. You\u2019ll leave feeling refreshed from a rural escape in the Riverina and energised from the peaceful surrounds of the Australian bush.<\/p>\n

Kimo Estate<\/h3>\n

Nothing says cosy, country escape like a couple of nights in a wooden-and-glass eco hut on top of a hill, complete with a fireplace, expansive views of the night sky and nothing but rolling green hills to see in every direction.<\/p>\n

A stay at one of Kimo Estate\u2019s eco huts<\/a> is luxury glamping at its absolute best. Linger under the rainfall shower and lather up the beautiful Leif body products<\/a>, then sit by the fire with a glass or two of Gundagai\u2019s own Borambola Wines shiraz.<\/p>\n

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Soak in a wood-fired hot tub outside your rustic eco hut. (Image: Destination NSW)<\/p><\/div>\n

A gourmet dinner basket for two is available to order and delivered direct to your door ready to cook on the barbecue. Breakfast isn\u2019t overlooked either. You\u2019ll find homemade baked beans, eggs, bacon, cherry tomatoes in balsamic dressing and fresh sourdough bread in the bushman outdoor fridge.<\/p>\n

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Wake up to the countryside at Kimo Estate (image: Matt Beaver).<\/p><\/div>\n

The eco hut has everything you need to unwind from the busyness of life and reconnect with nature. While it is closer to Gundagai than Wagga, as you\u2019re sitting on the deck watching the sun drop behind the hills of Kimo and the sky change from hues of pink to purple and blue, you\u2019ll agree it is more than worth the drive.<\/p>\n

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Kimo Estate features luxury A-frame Eco hut cottages. (Image: Destination NSW)<\/p><\/div>\n

Address<\/strong>: 1218 Nangus Road, Gundagai, NSW<\/p>\n

Things to do in Wagga Wagga<\/h2>\n

There is plenty to experience in and around Wagga; you\u2019ll find everything from foodie experiences and wineries to Aboriginal cultural tours.<\/p>\n

Bundyi Aboriginal Cultural Tours<\/h3>\n

I can\u2019t recommend the Bundyi Cultural Tours<\/a> enough. Spending a couple of hours with Mark Saddler, a proud Wiradjuri man, will enrich your understanding of the local Aboriginal culture in significant ways. Not only do you get to learn about plants, animals, the Wiradjuri language, tool-making and bush tucker on a walking tour of central Wagga; but Mark encourages respectful discussion of the impact of what has been taken from his people and his vision for how we can work together towards a better future.<\/p>\n

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Soak up the history and majestic scenery in Wagga Wagga with Bundyi Cultural Tours. (Image: Destination NSW)<\/p><\/div>\n

Address: <\/strong>7\/295 Copland St, Wagga Wagga NSW<\/p>\n

Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory<\/h3>\n

Could there be a better combination than licorice and chocolate? Don\u2019t pass up the opportunity to visit the Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory<\/a>. Owner Neil Druce is as much of a town attraction as the restored flour mill that houses his factory. Back in 1998 he had the ingenious idea to use the wheat and spelt grown on his family\u2019s Green Grove Organics farm in Ardlethan to make licorice. Today his products can be found in shops all around Australia and overseas.<\/p>\n

Tours are open to the public daily and allow visitors to see the magic happen behind the scenes. You can also make your own giant chocolate freckle or rocky road, or if you\u2019d rather just eat it all you can stock up on sweets at the shop at the end.<\/p>\n

Stay for lunch at the Millroom restaurant and if you\u2019re visiting on a weekend there is live music from 11 am to 3 pm.<\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 45-61 Lord Street, Junee, NSW<\/p>\n

Coolamon Cheese Tour and Tasting<\/h3>\n

Is cheese your love language? You\u2019ll want to take a drive to Coolamon Cheese<\/a>. Take a tour of the cheese factory, eat a cheese-inspired meal (can recommend the nachos) and top it all off with a tasting platter of the Coolamon Cheese range.<\/p>\n

Its range of semi-hard cheeses uses native ingredients such as bush tomato, alpine pepper, lemon myrtle and river mint to create uniquely Australian flavours. It also makes an impressive range of blue, soft and hard cheeses. All its cheese is handmade onsite and developed under the guidance of international award-winning cheesemaker, Jenn Nestor.<\/p>\n

Make sure you stock up on accompaniments for your selection of take-home cheeses, like vanilla figs and spiced pumpkin chutney \u2013 the shop\u2019s selection of providores is highly curated, and all products are designed to complement the cheeses on offer.<\/p>\n

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Take your time choosing from many varieties at Coolamon Cheese Co.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address:<\/strong> 87 Cowabbie Street, Coolamon, NSW<\/p>\n

Borambola Wines cellar door tasting<\/h3>\n

Make time for a wine tasting at Borambola Wines<\/a>. The owner-operator Tim McMullen is as much of a gifted storyteller as he is winemaker. There is a tale behind every wine you taste, from the time Prince Charles announced his \u201cdouble joy\u201d at tasting Tim\u2019s wines to the bullet scars in the walls of the Old Borambola Homestead left behind after a visit from the notorious bushranger Captain Moonlite in the late 1800s.<\/p>\n

Taste a selection of his red, white and sparkling wines, as well as his Tuckerbox \u2018Hoppy Lager\u2019 beer and apple cider; best enjoyed alongside a cheese platter. If you\u2019re a red wine lover, you should definitely purchase a few bottles of the Hiraji\u2019s Spell shiraz and Moonlight cabernet sauvignon.<\/p>\n

The cellar door is open Thursday to Monday for tastings by appointment or book in a group tasting.<\/p>\n

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Head to Borambola Wines for a glass of chardonnay. (Image: Destination NSW)<\/p><\/div>\n

Address:<\/strong> 1734 Sturt Highway, Borambola, NSW<\/p>\n

Charles Sturt Winery<\/h3>\n

While you\u2019re on the wine-tasting circuit, make another stop at Charles Sturt Wines cellar door<\/a> on the university campus. You\u2019ll find a selection of Charles Sturt\u2019s boutique wine range to taste and buy.<\/p>\n

After your tasting, we\u2019d recommend ordering a cheese platter, a bottle of wine and sitting outside to enjoy the views of the countryside. The cellar door is open for tastings and sales from Wednesday to Sunday.<\/p>\n

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Order a cheese platter, a bottle of wine and sit outside to enjoy the views of the countryside.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address:<\/strong> Mambarra Drive, Charles Sturt University Campus, Wagga Wagga, NSW<\/p>\n

Food I Am Cooking Class<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019d call yourself a foodie and you love experimenting in the kitchen, you\u2019ll want to treat yourself to this unique culinary experience. Set up high on a hill overlooking Wagga\u2019s countryside, it\u2019s easy to see why Food I Am\u2019s site doubles as a popular wedding reception location.<\/p>\n

The cooking school offers a range of masterclasses run by guest chefs. You\u2019ll be introduced to numerous cooking techniques and cuisines from around the world \u2013 and get to eat everything that\u2019s cooked on the day with regional wine and beer to drink. Classes usually run for around four hours. Find the latest available classes to book on its website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Don’t miss this cooking class when you’re in Wagga. (Image: Destination NSW)<\/p><\/div>\n

Address:<\/strong> 29 Kunzea Place (Off Dunns Road), Springvale, Wagga Wagga, NSW<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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