Last updated: October 2026. Every venue below was confirmed as open on Google before publishing, and every rating and review count is the live Google figure.
The best restaurants in Kogarah in 2026 are led by 500 Degrees Restaurant, with 1,830 Google reviews and a 4.5★ rating, followed by Hariri Chickens Kogarah (1,227 reviews). This guide covers 15 restaurants in Kogarah, NSW 2217, ranked by Google review count, most-reviewed first, so you can see at a glance where the neighbourhood actually eats.
Each listing below includes the address and one-tap buttons to call, get directions or visit the website — or tap the name for its full MealFinder page.
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- 1. 500 Degrees Restaurant
- 2. Hariri Chickens Kogarah
- 3. Parea Casual Greek
- 4. Cafe Talk
- 5. Angry Bull Burger
- 6. Baithak Restaurant
- 7. The Pearl Eating House
- 8. The Laughing Goat Cafe
- 9. Pasta La Vista Kogarah
- 10. Broaster Chicken Kogarah
- 11. Culture Bean Cafe
- 12. Eighty Twenty Smash Burgerz
- 13. Platform One Espresso
- 14. Sumbaijai Thai Esan
- 15. Montgomery St Cafe
Sydney’s Best Kogarah Restaurants at a Glance
Ranked by Google review count — most-reviewed first. Every venue was confirmed as open and operating on Google before publishing, and every rating and review count below is the live Google figure.
| Restaurant | Suburb | Google rating | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 Degrees Restaurant | Kogarah | ★ 4.5 (1,830) | steaks, burgers and seafood |
| Hariri Chickens Kogarah | Kogarah | ★ 4.3 (1,227) | BBQ chicken and fried chicken |
| Parea Casual Greek | Kogarah | ★ 4.1 (1,059) | casual Greek souvlaki and mezze |
| Cafe Talk | Kogarah | ★ 4.2 (898) | Nepalese momos and chowmein |
| Angry Bull Burger | Kogarah | ★ 4.6 (872) | burgers and loaded fries |
| Baithak Restaurant | Kogarah | ★ 4.1 (660) | Nepali food and live music |
| The Pearl Eating House | Kogarah | ★ 4.0 (490) | Cantonese dishes and yum cha |
| The Laughing Goat Cafe | Kogarah | ★ 4.5 (479) | breakfast and coffee |
| Pasta La Vista Kogarah | Kogarah | ★ 4.6 (452) | pasta, pizza and schnitzels |
| Broaster Chicken Kogarah | Kogarah | ★ 3.9 (428) | American-style fried chicken and burgers |
| Culture Bean Cafe | Kogarah | ★ 4.5 (397) | cafe meals, coffee and gluten free options |
| Eighty Twenty Smash Burgerz | Kogarah | ★ 4.5 (371) | smash burgers and wings |
| Platform One Espresso | Kogarah | ★ 4.3 (357) | cafe breakfast and coffee |
| Sumbaijai Thai Esan | Kogarah | ★ 4.3 (312) | Thai Esan dishes and takeaway |
| Montgomery St Cafe | Kogarah | ★ 4.3 (306) | coffee, burgers and schnitzel wraps |
1. 500 Degrees Restaurant — Kogarah
4.5★ (1,830 Google reviews) · Known for: steaks, burgers and seafood
📍 13 Belgrave St, Kogarah NSW 2217
500 Degrees Restaurant on Belgrave Street is a steakhouse specialising in steaks and other meat plates, plus seafood and burgers. It holds 4.5★ from 1,830 Google reviews, with reviewers mentioning the Wagyu beef burger, onion rings and attentive service.
2. Hariri Chickens Kogarah — Kogarah
4.3★ (1,227 Google reviews) · Known for: BBQ chicken and fried chicken
📍 140 Railway Parade, Kogarah NSW 2217
Hariri Chickens on Railway Parade serves barbecue chicken, sides and sandwiches, and its website says it has operated for over 30 years. It holds 4.3★ from 1,227 Google reviews, with reviewers praising the saj-wrapped chicken, the garlic sauce and big portions.
3. Parea Casual Greek — Kogarah
4.1★ (1,059 Google reviews) · Known for: casual Greek souvlaki and mezze
📍 31 Rocky Point Rd, Kogarah NSW 2217
Parea Casual Greek on Rocky Point Road is a family-friendly taverna serving Greek standards, with an open kitchen where diners can watch souvlaki being cooked. It holds 4.1★ from 1,059 Google reviews, and reviewers mention the Greek music and dessert.
4. Cafe Talk — Kogarah
4.2★ (898 Google reviews) · Known for: Nepalese momos and chowmein
📍 126 Railway Parade, Kogarah NSW 2217
Cafe Talk on Railway Parade is a Nepalese restaurant, with reviewers mentioning mixed momo platters, buff chowmein and laphing. It holds 4.2★ from 898 Google reviews, and diners describe a modest, cosy place with attentive service.
5. Angry Bull Burger — Kogarah
4.6★ (872 Google reviews) · Known for: burgers and loaded fries
📍 28 Princes Hwy, Kogarah NSW 2217
Angry Bull Burger on Princes Highway serves burgers and loaded fries, and its website says it grew from a burger truck. It holds 4.6★ from 872 Google reviews, with reviewers praising the juicy burgers and crispy chips.
6. Baithak Restaurant — Kogarah
4.1★ (660 Google reviews) · Known for: Nepali food and live music
📍 Level 1/3 Railway Parade, Kogarah NSW 2217
Baithak Restaurant on Railway Parade is a large Nepalese restaurant that hosts live music and screenings. It holds 4.1★ from 660 Google reviews, though one reviewer finds the music too loud for conversation.
7. The Pearl Eating House — Kogarah
4.0★ (490 Google reviews) · Known for: Cantonese dishes and yum cha
📍 252 Railway Parade, Kogarah NSW 2217
The Pearl Eating House at 252 Railway Parade serves Chinese cuisine and yum cha, with reviewers mentioning slow poached free range chicken, salted egg yolk prawns and Zhenjiang pork ribs. It holds 4.0★ from 490 Google reviews, and one diner calls the yum cha fine but unremarkable.
8. The Laughing Goat Cafe — Kogarah
4.5★ (479 Google reviews) · Known for: breakfast and coffee
📍 243 Princes Hwy, Kogarah NSW 2217
The Laughing Goat Cafe on Princes Highway is a cafe offering breakfast, coffee and takeaway, with reviewers praising the presentation of the food. It holds 4.5★ from 479 Google reviews, and one visitor from overseas calls it a favourite.
9. Pasta La Vista Kogarah — Kogarah
4.6★ (452 Google reviews) · Known for: pasta, pizza and schnitzels
📍 2/13a Montgomery St, Kogarah NSW 2217
Pasta La Vista on Montgomery Street serves pasta, veal and chicken schnitzels, and reviewers mention a newer pizza menu. It holds 4.6★ from 452 Google reviews, with diners praising fresh pasta and good value.
10. Broaster Chicken Kogarah — Kogarah
3.9★ (428 Google reviews) · Known for: American-style fried chicken and burgers
📍 74 Railway Parade, Kogarah NSW 2217
Broaster Chicken Kogarah on Railway Parade serves American-style fried chicken, with a kiosk ordering system mentioned by reviewers. Reviews are mixed, though some diners praise the crispy, juicy chicken and generous portions.
11. Culture Bean Cafe — Kogarah
4.5★ (397 Google reviews) · Known for: cafe meals, coffee and gluten free options
📍 2217/15 Gray St, Kogarah NSW 2217
Culture Bean Cafe on Gray Street is a long-running cafe near St George Hospital, according to reviewers. It holds 4.5★ from 397 Google reviews, with diners mentioning friendly service, coffee and gluten free options.
12. Eighty Twenty Smash Burgerz — Kogarah
4.5★ (371 Google reviews) · Known for: smash burgers and wings
📍 15 Railway Parade, Kogarah NSW 2217
Eighty Twenty Smash Burgerz on Railway Parade is a takeaway-style burger shop with a few tables, where reviewers mention the Smashzilla burger and chicken wings. It holds 4.5★ from 371 Google reviews, and one diner finds the food a little oily.
13. Platform One Espresso — Kogarah
4.3★ (357 Google reviews) · Known for: cafe breakfast and coffee
📍 12/1 Railway Parade, Kogarah NSW 2217
Platform One Espresso on Railway Parade is a cafe offering coffee and breakfast, with orders also available through Uber Eats. It holds 4.3★ from 357 Google reviews, though some reviewers criticise the food and service.
14. Sumbaijai Thai Esan — Kogarah
4.3★ (312 Google reviews) · Known for: Thai Esan dishes and takeaway
📍 49 Railway Parade, Kogarah NSW 2217
Sumbaijai Thai Esan on Railway Parade serves Thai food, and reviewers describe it as inexpensive with plenty of variety on the menu. It holds 4.3★ from 312 Google reviews, with diners praising fresh takeaway and friendly staff.
15. Montgomery St Cafe — Kogarah
4.3★ (306 Google reviews) · Known for: coffee, burgers and schnitzel wraps
📍 shop1/52 Montgomery St, Kogarah NSW 2217
Montgomery St Cafe on Montgomery Street serves coffee, handcrafted meals and catering, according to its website. It holds 4.3★ from 306 Google reviews, and reviewers mention a beef burger on a brioche bun and chicken schnitzel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant in Kogarah?
By Google review count, 500 Degrees Restaurant is the most-reviewed restaurant in Kogarah with 1,830 reviews and a 4.5★ rating. Hariri Chickens Kogarah is next with 1,227 reviews at 4.3★.
Which Kogarah restaurant has the highest Google rating?
Among the restaurants in this guide with at least 100 Google reviews, Angry Bull Burger has the highest rating at 4.6★ from 872 reviews.
What kinds of food can I find in Kogarah?
This guide includes 500 Degrees Restaurant (steaks, burgers and seafood), Hariri Chickens Kogarah (BBQ chicken and fried chicken), Parea Casual Greek (casual Greek souvlaki and mezze) and Cafe Talk (Nepalese momos and chowmein), along with 11 more Kogarah restaurants. Each entry says what the venue is known for.
How are these Kogarah restaurants ranked?
They are ranked by Google review count, most-reviewed first, with each venue’s Google star rating shown alongside. Review count is a public, checkable figure, and it shows which places a lot of diners have chosen.
How many restaurants are in this Kogarah guide?
15 restaurants in Kogarah, with 10,138 Google reviews between them. Each was confirmed as open and operating on Google before publishing.
Where can I find the address and phone number for a Kogarah restaurant?
Every listing in this guide shows the street address and has one-tap buttons to call, get directions or visit the website where one is available. Tap a restaurant’s name for its full MealFinder page.
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