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Debutant, Wollongong, AU-NSW

Debutant

4.6
4.6
592 Reviews
$41 to $100
Steakhouse

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
Showcasing Australia's best and rarest cuts of beef dry aged in house and butchered daily.
We are very proud to cook our steaks exclusively over iron bark the best and only way in our opinion.
Soak up the feeling of opulence in our dining room or enjoy a drink in our upstairs lounge, dark and moody inspired a New York loft sit back and relax, enjoy a snack or burger.
Indulge in the finest cuts and luxurious atmosphere, and savour the flavours that define this unparalleled steakhouse experience.
Established relationships with our esteemed suppliers, nurtured since 2019, grant us access to the finest selection of wagyu beef.
In our journey, we invite our guests to discover the diversity and profound taste profiles of the different breeds, cuts, and regions. Our extensive menu tells the story of our hard working farmers, offering an insight into the careful breeding, meticulous feeding, and dedicated care behind each variety.
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Additional information

  • Location
    119 Keira Street, Wollongong, AU-NSW 2500
  • Phone number
    0426 480 010
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:45 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dan Sherley

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What 592 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • New South Wales

    Good for business meals

  • New South Wales

    Good for special occasions

  • Illawarra

    Best Overall

  • Illawarra

    Best Food

  • Illawarra

    Best Service

  • Illawarra

    Best Ambience

  • Illawarra

    Best Value

  • Illawarra

    Good for groups

  • Illawarra

    Healthy

  • Illawarra

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Illawarra

    Good for special occasions

  • Illawarra

    Lively

  • Illawarra

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Debutant offers a sophisticated dining experience in Wollongong, combining "amazing food" and "excellent service" with a stunning ambiance. The menu features standout dishes like "succulent steaks" and "delicious sides," complemented by a robust wine list. While some guests noted inconsistent service, the overall experience is highly recommended for its "incredible flavors" and "warm atmosphere."

592 Reviews

  1. leanne

    Las Vegas8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We love Debutant, however the visit Sat night sadly wasn't up to their usual standard. Service was very slow, people served in front of us that came in after us, a few menu changes left us a little disappointed, had to ask for water, grab our own wine list. Was a very busy evening and the noise level was very high. We will return , last night just didn't deliver on our expectations.

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  2. Paul

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a group of six in the upstairs private dining room on a Saturday night (6pm to 9:30pm). In summary, we all agreed that we had one of the best meals in a very long time. The selection of entrees had amazing flavours, the meats (beef and duck) were cooked to perfection and the desserts, well, we licked those plates clean. The waiters were excellent, chatty and attentive. Well done and thank you for a great night!!

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    New South Wales1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time eating here and it exceeded expectations! The food was so delicious

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  4. Julie

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great place to dine… The food and service is first class

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  5. Marija

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Do yourself a favour and visit this restaurant for a special experience. The food was impeccable, everything else was 5 stars We were talking about our lunch the whole way home. Wollongong is incredibly lucky to have such an establishment. Magnifique !

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  6. Barry

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Three of us ordered different meals and all were nicely presented and well enjoyed. Meals were quite different to normal restaurants we attend. First time at this restaurant but surely to visit at regular intervals. Service excellent.

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  7. Diana

    Sydney3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lunch meal, combination of off the menu and the lunch menu. Service great, quick delivery of meals. Will return for dinner experience.

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  8. Gareth

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, great atmosphere and the service was outstanding, very friendly and interactive.

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  9. Boris

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience of dining at this magnificent restaurant was the food. The steak tartare is made to to perfection and the beef Bourguignon is delicious as for the cheese soufflé, amazing Steaks are cooked to perfection. You also have to try the Paris mash it literally melts in your mouth. To top off the experience we had Daisy to serve us who was great in every way. We definitely will be returning to try the other dishes on offer. Thank you Debutant for a great luncheon.

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  10. Leo

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was amazing. Steaks were very very tender. Wine was delicious.

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Debutant is rated 4.6 stars by 592 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 11 times today
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119 Keira Street, Wollongong, AU-NSW 2500

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
    0426 480 010
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:45 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dan Sherley
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