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The Swallowed Anchor
The Swallowed Anchor Reviews

The Swallowed Anchor

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Reviews of The Swallowed Anchor (257)

Read what people think about The Swallowed Anchor. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Swallowed Anchor before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Swallowed Anchor and book a table with confidence!

5.6/6

257 reviews

5.6/6

257 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Good"
4/6
Harley C.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Very well cooked food and attentive service by the floor staff. Small but adequate menu. Wine list is well thought out but prefer some more non alcoholic options.

"Excellent"
6/6
Amanda W.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Excellent food - fresh, interesting combinations and obviously made with passion. Service was great and the wine selection compliments the menu. Great advice from the staff on possible combos!, overall an enjoyable dining experience.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kym B.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Food delicious, service great, good beers on tap... what more could you want? Also live music was an added bonus. Sat on the balcony on a lovely autum evening

"Very good"
5/6
Priscilla S.6 years ago · 1 review

Great food and ambience. Great service. We got our food quickly and there was plenty of it. Loved the music too. We will be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kaylene P.6 years ago · 1 review

One of our favourite restaurants in wollongong, love sitting on the balcony and relaxing, the food is great, especially like the arancini and the sliders. The staff are great, very relaxing and friendly place to go.

"Very good"
5/6
Trish M.6 years ago · 1 review

Good menu with lots of options. This place is probably best with a group so you can sample the share plates. Bar prices reasonable . It is a noisy, fun place so if its a quiet romantic meal you want, find somewhere else

"Excellent"
6/6
Debra H.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Great food, service and it was lovely sitting out on the balcony! We shared all the tapas and there were plenty of vegetarian options too.

"Very good"
5/6
Catherine D.6 years ago · 1 review

We had a lovely meal out on the terrace. Excellent service. Food is reasonably priced and very tasty although a tad less salt would be good. We’ll be back again.

"Good"
4/6
Barry C Stewart S.6 years ago · 1 review

Staff very friendly and efficient. Calamari dish the very best; Chorizo poor quality and presentation; The desert of Apple & Blue Berry Crumble with double cream on the menu was not what was served. The serving was in fact a apple tart with no crumble and only two blue berries and a small dollop of cheap ice cream. The tart itself was absolutely delicious.

"Good"
4/6
Valery X.6 years ago · 1 review

Good environment, but each serve of food is less, we need to order much more different food to teste, it is still fine to eat and enjoy

"Very good"
5/6
John S.6 years ago · 1 review

Always great food wine & service at the Swallowed Anchor. It’s also a kind gesture to give a discount on the bill to Defence Force folk. Thanks guys. John

"Not good "
2/6
Kasey M.6 years ago · 1 review

Food wasnt the best. Chargrilled corn was so black couldn't eat it. Burger buns felt like they were turning to the stale side. Wasnt impressed overall and not worth the price.

"Very good"
5/6
Kozue S.6 years ago · 1 review

It was nice fusion Spanish dish. I especially liked tapas with sea foods. The staff were very friendly. Nice atomospher to sit at terrace .

"Excellent"
6/6
Herlyn S.6 years ago · 1 review

Great service and just as amazing food! Servers were friendly, starters were quick to arrive and mains also. Food was fresh and delicious! Have already recommended to others and definitely be returning.

"Excellent"
6/6
Natasha P.6 years ago · 1 review

Absolutely lovely food-could not fault it. Loved the options available with the tapas menu. A little noisy though as all tables were full. Difficult to hear the conversation around the table.

"Excellent"
6/6
Simon W.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was delicious, especially the prawns & croquettes. We shared all the dishes among the table and had great wine & beer to match.

"Excellent"
6/6
Racheal K.6 years ago · 3 reviews

We had a fantastic time from the moment we arrived. We were greeted warmly and seated straight away. Food was fantastic and service was very quick. Great atmosphere too.

"Excellent"
6/6
Georgia P.6 years ago · 1 review

Amazing food, great for vegetarians aswell. The staff were very accommodating with all of our requests. Can’t wait to come back and try the rest of the menu! Thanks guys

"Excellent"
6/6
Gina M.6 years ago · 1 review

Great location being in the heart of Wollongong Mall, an easy walk from parking in Church Street. Reasonably priced food with friendly service. Would go there again for lunch.

"Very good"
5/6
Maria B.6 years ago · 1 review

Went to the Swallowed Anchor for my birthday for the first time. Food was good service was excellent. Bit disappointed with the Mussels so tiny. A young lady was singing in the background which I enjoyed.

"Excellent"
6/6
RIA D.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was amazing and the service was great. My partner and I shared our meals and loved it all. We will definitely be back.

"Average"
3/6
Chris W.6 years ago · 1 review

Some food good, but the scallops were slightly undercooked and the meatballs slightly over, still not bad but the portions aren’t generous. All forgivable but what was a turn off was the owner visibly not enjoying being told these things when we were asked how our meal was. We initially opted to go for the standard “good thanks” but then decided we would actually give them our actual feedback, and clearly they only want good feedback based on the owner’s reaction. Nice place otherwise and cool venue.

"Excellent"
6/6
Peter G.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Great tasting food and good variety. The atmosphere is great. Love to sit on the terrace and enjoy the warm nights. Always friendly staff and so accommodating

"Excellent"
6/6
Michelle L.6 years ago · 6 reviews

Just love this place! Food is consistently excellent. Nice relaxed atmosphere with friendly staff. We have been here many times and recommended it to all our friends. Great function venue.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mike F.6 years ago · 1 review

Very helpful and friendly staff/owners who delivered excellent tapas. We were warned the Buffalo Wings were spicy and they were and very good! We'll be back!

"Excellent"
6/6
Alysha D.6 years ago · 1 review

Great food, atmosphere and staff. Price was very reasonable. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great little place for dinner in the Wollongong area.

"Excellent"
6/6
Dee S.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food, lovely staff . So helpful and friendly. Hot Camembert was a star. Loved the mussels. The cheese and spinach croquettes were beautiful. Good place to go to lunch .

"Very good"
5/6
Travis H.6 years ago · 1 review

Staff are amazing food is great out of 6 dishes only had one that I wouldn't have again. Staff where very attentive and knew the menu and where very aware of what what was happening.

"Excellent"
6/6
Julie R.6 years ago · 1 review

Loved the Swallowed Anchor, food was superb, friendly service & live background music. Good for a couple or a group. Seating on a balcony or inside with ac. Will definitely go back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tamara D.6 years ago · 1 review

Great food, great service. Our group of four shared a selection of different tapas. We all enjoyed every dish. This is the second time we have been and look forward to going again.

"Very good"
5/6
Margot R.6 years ago · 2 reviews

We had a lovely night at Swallowed Anchor. Food was great and service was fantastic. They were very accommodating when we bought a birthday cake. Always enjoy our night here. Thanks.

"Very good"
5/6
Margaret T.6 years ago · 1 review

We had a lovely evening at The Swallowed Anchor last Saturday. Tapas was good and service was great. Live music was nice playing in the background.

"Very good"
5/6
Jennifer C.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely restaurant with great food! Perfect French Martini! This wash second visit and both times the food has been delicious! I would definitely recommend to all

"Excellent"
6/6
Holly C.6 years ago · 1 review

Amazing tapas with very attentive staff. Favorite dish was the chicken wings. Very quirky setup and we will definitely be returning again soon. Thank you

"Excellent"
6/6
Rachel R.6 years ago · 1 review

Great restaurant and yummy food. The service was great and it’s in a convenient location so we could walk for a drink afterwards as there are bars very close by

"Very good"
5/6
Emily S.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was really tasty and quick to be served. I was grateful that they adjusted the quantity of pieces (we opted for tapas) to suit the number of diners. It was lovely sitting out on the terrace and very the staff were very accommodating and friendly.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tim U.6 years ago · 1 review

Great food, great atmosphere, needs some real Gluten free options as all food is fried in the same oil, at least the chef came out to discuss options. Overall we all had a wonderful night.

"Excellent"
6/6
Amanda W.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Good food and good service. I really like the variety on the menu. The room is inviting and comfortable. A very relaxing and pleasant dining experience.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tracy V.6 years ago · 1 review

We really enjoyed our afternoon . There was great service , food and wine. Excellent value for money , the good quality wine and beer was so reasonably priced , will be back again very soon.

"Very good"
5/6
Sally M.6 years ago · 1 review

Lunch with the girls.... Relaxed atmosphere with friendly and attentive staff. Amazing food with a well sourced wine menu. Swallowed Anchor is sure to be a regular destination for all occasions.

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