About Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd
Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd is a licensed club located at 11 Bourke St, Fairy Meadow NSW 2519. A premier community hub for dining, bowls, and entertainment. The venue has 138 approved gaming machines (pokies). It is rated 4 out of 5 from 1106 Google reviews. Food is served at the venue. Phone: (02) 4283 3333.
A premier community hub for dining, bowls, and entertainment
Known locally as 'The Frat,' this iconic venue in Fairy Meadow offers a blend of traditional Italian heritage and modern club facilities. It features award-winning dining, extensive bowling greens, and versatile function spaces, making it a central social destination in the Illawarra region.
What Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd offers
Restaurant
Food served
Bar
138 Gaming machines
Establishment
Events
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Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd location and map
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Frequently asked questions about Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd
Where is Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd located?
Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd is located at 11 Bourke St, Fairy Meadow NSW 2519. It is a licensed club in the suburb of Fairy Meadow, New South Wales.
What are the opening hours of Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd?
Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd opening hours: Monday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Thursday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Friday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM; Saturday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM; Sunday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.
Does Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd have pokies?
Yes. Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd has 138 gaming machines (pokies) approved under its NSW club licence, ranking number 240 among NSW clubs by gaming machine numbers.
Does Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd serve food?
Yes. Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd serves food. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.
Does Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd have a bar?
Yes. Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd holds a NSW liquor club licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.
What is the phone number for Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd?
You can phone Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd on (02) 4283 3333.
How is Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd rated?
Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd is rated 4 out of 5 based on 1106 Google reviews.
Which venues are near Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd?
Licensed venues close to Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd include Fairy Meadow Bowling Club, Cabbage Tree Hotel, Charles Hotel, North Wollongong Hotel. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.
Ltd Services & Facilities
Dining & Bars
Baci Bistro
An award-winning eatery serving a mix of traditional Italian cuisine, wood-fired pizzas, and classic Australian bistro meals.
Il Bene Gelato Bar
Authentic house-made Italian gelato and desserts, perfect for a post-meal treat or a casual coffee.
The Main Bar
A well-stocked bar featuring a wide selection of local and imported beers, wines, and spirits in a relaxed atmosphere.
Entertainment & Leisure
Lawn Bowls
Home to three high-quality bowling greens suitable for competitive club games and social barefoot bowls.
Gaming Lounge
A modern gaming area featuring the latest machines, links, and comfortable surroundings.
TAB & Keno
Full wagering facilities with dedicated screens for live horse racing and sporting events.
Live Music and Raffles
Regular weekend entertainment featuring local artists and frequent meat and voucher raffles.
Family Features
Outdoor Playground
A fenced and secure outdoor playground designed to keep children entertained while parents dine nearby.
Kids Menu
A variety of child-friendly meal options available at Baci Bistro, catering to younger tastes.
Functions & Events
The Auditorium
A large-scale venue space capable of hosting weddings, concerts, and corporate seminars for several hundred guests.
Meeting and Boardrooms
Private spaces equipped for business meetings, training sessions, or intimate community gatherings.
Catering and Event Coordination
Professional event planning services providing tailored food and beverage packages for any occasion.
Amenities & Services
Courtesy Bus
A complimentary shuttle service for members and guests covering the local Fairy Meadow and surrounding areas.
On-site Parking
Extensive free parking available on the club grounds, including designated accessible parking bays.
Disability Access
The venue is fully wheelchair accessible with ramps and appropriate restroom facilities.
Our Food & Drinks Menu
Unfortunately, this venue does not currently have a food menu available.
Venue owners/licencees should contact our customer support for inclusion.
Fraternity Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd reviews
3 Star Review by Carlos Jacobs
Yes we have been here and I enjoyed eating at the Il Bene Pizza with a Tutocarne Pizza and my wife had a chicken Snizhel and vegetables and mashed potatoes but the oil tasted nasty and we had to have a coffee and cake to get rid of the taste on our tongues and I had a coffee and Florentine biscotti and a strong bow dry cider And the great thing is the Pizza was $15.00 and not $22 on a Tuesday night and we fueled up our car with 98% petrol at the Metro at Fairy Meadow And you might just see a few Italians in the restaurant and bars and sports venues! I saw that they have a childrens play area and they have some small soccer fields child size! We will come back again! They also have entertainment Center for bands! The people serving on the counter were not very helpful and they were not good enough?
5 Star Review by Ted Dim
Both food and customer service were great! Haven't been here since just before the pandemic, so I was nicely surprised with great variety of food, good and efficient service. On a busy Sunday and full house it took just 15min for the food to arrive! Well done! Thank you!
1 Star Review by Joanne Coscia
I'm sorry to write this review but I am very disappointed with the food we received in the bistro. We have always enjoyed eating here but last night the food was terrible! The chicken schnitzel and the salmon dish was cold, they were taken back to the kitchen to be reheated, came back warm on the edges but cold in the middle , the salmon was taken again but still wasn't right , the waiter offered to take the third time but we declined as reheating over and over again is just not nice. The meals were not eaten. The flavour in all 4 meals we ordered was not there, what is going on? I don't know if it was just our order last night but I hope this doesn't happen again to us or any other, as eating cold food is not enjoyable. :(
2 Star Review by Reyne Bliss
Attended a function. It's a shame the vegetarian food didn't get a revamp when the building did. Vegetarian food has come a long way, plain spiral pasta in sauce might be OK for a child but seriously.... Disappointing.
1 Star Review by Andreas Kartsioulis
Waited 1 hour for our pizza, people who walked in half an hour after us were already eating. When brought to their attention, there was no sorry or urgency to accelerate our order. Terrible service by the men making the pizza !
3 Star Review by Sam Sheen
Very nice club. Huge parking. Pizza is okay.
3 Star Review by branko rilkovski
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4 Star Review by Jessica L
Dinner at il bene, The Fraternity Club. We had a pizza, a walnut rocket salad and fries.
5 Star Review by Daniela Pisan
You eat well and cheap .. but you have to be guests or associates
5 Star Review by gemgem1981ful
Brillant atmosphere, affordable, delicious meals, great family arcade for the kids and the kids at heart. Coffee, cake, pizza and bistro meals. Majority of staff eager to help or provide service to their customers. Chefs in the bistro do a phenomenonal job, as do all of the bistro staff. Even under pressure and busy times, they are outstanding in their roles to provide the best prompt service they can.