Lower East in Wollongong, New South Wales | Breakfast & brunch restaurant

Lower East

Locality: Wollongong, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4226 9922

Address: 70 Crown Street 2500 Wollongong, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.lowereastcafe.com.au

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25.01.2022 here til it’s gone vegetarian coconut curry, with house made flat bread (vegan option available too ) perfect to take home for dinner (if you can resist eating it before then )

25.01.2022 here all weekend, call ahead or order via the @heyyou.app if you’re on the go dine + discover vouchers now accepted every day, so spend big at your local see you soon

25.01.2022 we’re so excited to have our new spring menu out today when we moved to take away only back in April, our menu + style of service changed to better suit everyone’s needs but now, with more of you dining in, we’re thrilled to have a fresh new menu, + be back offering table service our indoor capacity remains restricted, we ask that you please wait to be seated , sign in, + observe the social distancing requirements we should all be used to by now some of your old favourites will still be available ... just ask big love x

24.01.2022 EASTER HOURS FRI 8-12 . SAT 8-12 . coffee, take away menu, hot cross buns, pastries, fresh bread, beans, milk, eggs, + us then back Tue 7am

23.01.2022 ... counting down to the weekend . thanks for all your new menu love this week, see you on the weekend sat 730-2 sun 8-12 no reservations taken on weekends (sorry) .... . . pictured is our grilled chicken bowl x See more

23.01.2022 oat + almond porridge, quinoa crunch, + dots of house made spiced berry jam get some . . M-F 7-230 (kitchen at 2) SA 730-2 SU 8-12.... . . no reservations taken on weekends See more

22.01.2022 run, don’t walk this Friday you can grab our chook burger for an easy $10 available til sold out, tag your mates + we’ll see you there . . #lowereastcafe #friedchicken #lovethegong #brunch

22.01.2022 DAY. FOR. IT. $10 fried chicken burgers all day

22.01.2022 if you can’t treat yourself on Sunday’s, when can you?! . . brioche fingers, citrus curd, chocolate chards, berry jam .... . 8-12 today See more

22.01.2022 how good are weekends? see you soon sun 8-12

19.01.2022 our new tees are guaranteed to make you as happy as Teesh* . . * not guaranteed, sorry, Teesh is just a naturally happy go lucky guy . tees available in the cafe now

19.01.2022 4 years today marks our 4 year ‘gotcha’ day for taking over Lower East we absolutely love serving our local community, becoming a part of your daily routine, with many regulars who have become dear friends, + working with some of Wollongong hospos best this year has made us increasingly appreciative of the support we’ve received, we are truly humbled + look forward to many more years . Teesh + Prue x . keep supporting your local

18.01.2022 Well that was a fun weekend back from 7am tomorrow with all your favourites, plus more retail on its way, Mother’s Day updates + an exciting new partnership with @streetsmartaust thanks to the talented Alex from @dreadfulmaps for this beauty + for supporting local businesses who are still open

18.01.2022 weekend, we’re ready for ya . . . pictured here is our pumpkin toastie + ‘shroom burger ( + Pip)

17.01.2022 buckwheat porridge, with cashew butter vegan + gluten free

17.01.2022 without compassion in our community, we can’t survive we’re grateful for the opportunity to chat to @illawarramerc about the @streetsmartaust Smart Meals initiative we’ve been a part of keeping hospitality workers in jobs, but most importantly feeding those most vulnerable in our community, in this case helping out Wollongong Homeless Hub we love the enthusiastic way our entire team has approached this program If you are able, please donate : donor box.org/smart meals-lowereastcafe . we are also donating our tips this month to the cause so feel free to drop some extra coins in knowing it’s for a great cause x . #smartmeals #streetsmart #payitforward #homeless #homelessness #savehospo

16.01.2022 open all weekend for your coffee + last minute mums day gift needs . sat 730-2. sun 8-12

14.01.2022 oh hey Wollongong, lovely to have you back new menu isn’t complete without a new avo toast

14.01.2022 hey hey we are truly humbled by all your amazing support over the last few weeks we will continue to offer our takeaway service for those on the go as of tomorrow we begin our tentative steps towards ‘normal’ service we will have minimal seating available as per the amended government guidelines: walk ins only, no bookings taken max 10 dine in customers at any one time up to 1 hour seatings please wait outside for your take away.... please adhere to the required social distancing of 1.5 metres . take away will continue - feel free to ring ahead our menu will be updated for the weekend, some new exciting items, as well as your old favourites making a comeback be considerate of others, leave enough space + be kind. cash + keep cups accepted. we look forward to seeing + serving you all please be patient as we navigate our way through this, our business has had to move + adapt quickly + we’re doing our best Teesh + Prue x See more

14.01.2022 we’re still trying to process the latest restrictions placed on our cafes following this afternoons announcement. Essentially we’ve lost 70% of our indoor seating We remain open, with limited seating, but full take away capacity. We’re working on a reduced menu, as well as some changes to better support you through these upcoming months. We employ a small, but dedicated + passionate young team who rely on us for a sustainable income + without local support we risk having to let people go We believe in true hospitality, welcoming people into our ‘home’ + whilst we respect the need to flatten the curve, we’re here for you we hope for your continued support during these challenging times to our fellow hospitality operators, stay strong big love Teesh + Prue x

14.01.2022 weekend ready w/ breakfast gnocchi to go on the menu . sat 730-2. sun 8-12

13.01.2022 morning all. we’ve been advised that due to an unfortunate incident on Crown St, we’re unable to open at our usual time today. we believe it will be a couple of hours until the street is open for access + will keep you posted

13.01.2022 open all weekend we’re so thankful for the support you’ve shown us, + we’ll be here all weekend serving up @single_o

12.01.2022 pulled pork, freekah, + chipotle w/ toasted bread

11.01.2022 although we hold our breath through every PM news conference, we remain open regular hours for now, but reduced menu call ahead if you’d rather as always THANK YOU for your continued support, the regularity of familiar (+ new ) faces keeps us motivated to stay open, serving you xxx Teesh, Prue + the crew @ Lower East - Wollongong

10.01.2022 what a day thanks to those who came, who waited, or who ate in the cold, we appreciate you back tomorrow please keep being considerate of others, give them space, + don’t sit at dirty tables (also can the person who keeps taking our toilet spray + hand soap please stop ) x

10.01.2022 look, we know you can’t have it on one of our plates, but you can put it on one of your own either way, you don’t want to miss the ‘shroom burger crumbed portobello mushroom, caramelised onion, haloumi, crispy sweet potato, + pesto

09.01.2022 SAT 730 - 2 SUN 8-12 scroll for this weekends menu @ Wollongong, New South Wales

08.01.2022 today’s the day . we’re donating $1 from every coffee sold to @streetsmartaust as part of #cafesmart all our tips from the day will also be donated, plus options to donate online if you fancy . in it’s 10th year, CafeSmart raises money to support local homeless organisations, so you can feel extra good about buying that round of coffees today

07.01.2022 we’ve been absolutely overwhelmed by the support we’ve received these past couple of weeks thank you our new take away menu is out, + while we imagine our days of being open are numbered, we’re here to serve you for as long as we’re able remember : . take away only, call ahead if you’d rather 4226 9922. remember to keep 1.5 between you + others. keep cups + cash are still welcome (clean, dry keep cups, please hold onto your lid). we have coffee beans, eggs, ...sourdough bread, + milk for purchase, feel free to ask us to order something for you #supportlocal. be kind See more

07.01.2022 we’re hugely thankful for the ongoing support, especially as our cafe is run a little different while restrictions remain in place please wait to be seated, so you aren’t just sitting at dirty tables (we also need to know how many people we have seated at any time), for now it’s still order + pay at the counter, + our all day menu remains slightly reduced we do not take reservations on the weekend big love, Teesh, Prue + the crew x

06.01.2022 for years we’ve loved welcoming you all with your mums, wives, girlfriends, + grandmas on Mother’s Day but this year will be different you can still spoil them with one of our take home packs we’ve teamed up with the amazing @willowgeorgecakeatelier to include some special sweet treats too . call or email to place your order. order before 2pm Thur 7th May. choose your pack. specify Sat or Sun pick up.... sit back + relax knowing you’ve got mums day covered See more

05.01.2022 autumn menu is out today

04.01.2022 oh, hey there weekend . . all day breakfast, all weekend . SAT 730-2... SUN 8-12 See more

04.01.2022 your weekend sweet treat sourdough french toast, chamomile syrup, + greek yoghurt here til it’s gone

03.01.2022 here til it’s gone pulled pork neck, pickle salad, pear puree

03.01.2022 well that was fun! thanks to everyone who supported CafeSmart today, + this team who keep on smiling through everything we throw at them . your donations will go towards helping those most in need in our community you can still donate in the cafe, all weekend . #helpyourhood

03.01.2022 we’re back from a mini Easter break + ready to go our hours remain unchanged + we’re still running our take away menu we like to mix things up so it’s changing weekly at the moment (check our stories for updates ) our counter is stocked with pastries, cakes, + ready to go wraps, salads, + bowls we’ve got coffee, bread, milk, granola + plenty more retail available see you soon

03.01.2022 last week we were contacted by the team from @streetsmartaust , who we work with each year to raise awareness + funds for local homeless charities as part of their CafeSmart program. With charity meal programs shutting across the country due to COVID-19, + elderly volunteers protecting their health, food security for vulnerable Australians is become more and more of a challenge. We’re part of a pilot program working with Wollongong Emergency Family Housing, providing them wi...th meals funded by donations + grants made to StreetSmart. If the funds are there, we’ll be able to continue to provide these 40 meals a day to the people in our community, in need. For many people money is tight at the moment. But if you can, please consider those in need, who are doing it even tougher right now. Should you chose to donate, you can directly through the website : streetsmartaustralia.org See more

02.01.2022 A new week, new regulations, same @single_o coffee + killer dishes while we’re excited to welcome even more of you to dine at tables, we’re not a big space so we’re not at full capacity yet here’s a little refresher of what to expect : please wait to be seated (we need to control how many diners we have ) . order + pay at the counter . our current menu is online, we apologise if some of your favourites aren’t available at the moment. please be considerate of other...s. Don’t join tables, please don’t linger if people are waiting let others enjoy the same experience as you . keep cups are accepted, we ask that they are clean, dry + you hold on to your lids (sorry we can’t clean your keep cups for you look up @greencaffeen ) . thank you thank you thank you for getting us through these past few months we’re thrilled to be coming out the other side + we owe it to you also, our little cafe up the road opens again on Tuesday @tallyho_cafe See more

02.01.2022 wow, we’ve been absolutely overwhelmed by the response from industry colleagues, regulars + supporters from across the globe we’re genuinely so humbled by the support THANK YOU . Our rockstar coffee crew at @single_o are doing their part to help out their cafes, + have created a kickback system via their online store enter the unique code KICKBACKLED at shop.singleo.com.au you receive 10% off your order plus FREE shipping we earn 15% of sales back in coffee credits so we can serve up your crew when you’re back in the world plus Single O gets to keep roasting for us all big love

02.01.2022 wow Wollongong, we’ve felt so supported by you + we’re loving having you back at our tables, but we’ve decided to close Monday to take a small break + spend some time with our little family we’re back tomorrow 8-12 then bright and early Tuesday morning oh + we have outdoor heaters now

02.01.2022 all day menu, every day limited seating inside, please wait to be seated, + sign in keep supporting your local businesses + be kind xo

02.01.2022 .... by all accounts we may be back serving you in our space before too long why not grab a gift card this weekend for when things are back to normal

01.01.2022 what’s better then one lamb bowl this weekend? two lamb bowls! grab a friend, come for brunch new menu available all day, every day sat 730-2 sun 8-12

01.01.2022 chicken parmy burg for your weekend get some . sat 730-2. sun 8-12