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Wollongong's Amigos opens new home in Dapto

Amigos Mexican Restaurant opened at Groundz Precinct in Dapto on August 28. It moved south after closing its Shellharbour branch in January.

Wollongong's longest-running restaurant has moved to Dapto. Amigos Mexican Restaurant now runs an upstairs dining area at Groundz Precinct with views of the oval.

Owner Owen Langton said the team liked the precinct's strong local backing and exciting plans. The Dapto site uses a food truck model but still serves tacos, nachos and frozen margaritas.

Amigos first grew to Shellharbour in 2019 before closing in January 2025.

August 28
Opening date
Owen Langton
Owner
January 2025
Shellharbour closure
2019
Shellharbour opened

Why it mattersA familiar Wollongong restaurant now reaches Dapto and southern suburbs. This makes it easier for locals to visit.

AustraliaThe reopening brings a popular Illawarra restaurant back to the region after closure, boosting dining options in Dapto for southern Wollongong residents.

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