The Exchange in Ettalong - cute cafe nearby the Mantra (https://maps.app.goo.gl/u1jxXbQRpqtaoPwG8)

Cafe RONTO in Umina Beach - great food & coffee with a cool vibe (https://www.caferonto.com/)

The Chef's Garden in Empire Bay - if you're willing to venture off the peninsula a bit this place is lovely. Based in a nursery and the food is wholesome & delicious! (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091546845511)

Coast 175 in Ettalong - cute little cafe right on the corner opposite the Galleria & across the road from the Ettalong ferry (thecoastsociety.com.au)

Don Pedros in Umina Beach - if you're after Mexican food, good vibes and amazing cocktails, look no further (https://www.donpedros.com.au/)

Bayview Hotel in Woy Woy - classic pub grub with some funky upstairs views of the bay (http://www.bayviewwoywoy.com.au/)

Napoli Pizza Pasta Restaurant in Ettalong - amazing pasta and the garlic crust is yummmmmo (http://napolipizzapasta.com.au/)

Chica Chica in Ettalong - south american food which tastes amazing. The cocktail jugs are a hit too (https://chicachica.com.au/)