Last month Steamers Bar and Grill took out top gong at the NSW Restaurant and Catering awards for Best Contemporary Australian Restaurant. 
 
Going head to head with category finalists from other states at The National Awards Gala Dinner, held on Monday 28 October at Howard Smith Wharves, Brisbane. Steamers Bar and Grill were delighted to take home silver.  
 
Restaurant Manager, Romain Bastianel who received the award on behalf of the restaurant spoke of the fierce competition they faced on Monday night. “The restaurants we were up against are stellar in their offering and we were honoured to be shortlisted among them.” 
 
Managing Director, Jim Eddy says, “Steamers brings a big city feel to our regional town of Wollongong. You can expect to dine in a funky venue, experience the uniqueness of our products from the finest producers, exclusive lines, sustainable sources delivered by seamless service staff, but we are accessible, casual and suitable for all. Be it a family get together, romantic dinner, corporate lunch or celebration.” 
 
Chef Hamilton, says “The Wollongong community is an expression of what we offer at Steamers Bar and Grill. We are all local, but we bring so much heritage and influences from cultures far and wide. This cultural diversity is what inspires the fusion of dishes on the menu; Greek, Italian, Nepalese, Armenian, Vietnamese Turkish, great people; incredible ingredients and flavour combinations, it’s this which inspires the dishes we present seasonally, we attempt to transcend traditional tastes and recipes. We also hone the style of eating from these cultures, which has the focus on sharing; sharing a variety of dishes with family and friends, we’ve created an environment where we can come together and share.”