Coogee has one of the most accessible beach walks in Sydney, taking in wide ocean views, surf, sand and the pavilion and lifesaving club. An initial short fairly steep slope at the southern end of the beach gives way to a pleasant purpose built wooden boardwalk which skirts spectacular rocky outcrops with wide open ocean views. On the way you'll find an accessible toilet, an enclosed adventure playground and at Grant Reserve an accessible BBQ area with disabled parking nearby. Visit the Coogee Pavilion or Coogee Bay Hotel for a bite to eat, both easily accessible along the flat pathways of the beachfront. 

Moo Gourmet Burgers is an accessible burger bar on Coogee Bay Road. There is step-free access to the counter and small indoor seating area. There are no toilets on site and no outdoor seating. Designated parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

Moo Gourmet Burgers Coogee

Farinha is accessible. There is step-free access via a tight doorway, which leads to a gentle ramp. Space inside is tight and some of the tables in the dining area may prove to be inaccessible. There is no accessible toilet on site. Designated parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

Farinha Pizzas E Massas Restaurant

Bluesalt Restaurant is located at Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach, 
There is step-free access into the hotel and a lift up to the restaurant. There is generously spaced accessible seating inside the venue and also outside. Accessible unisex toilets are provided and designated parking spots can be found at the hotel’s carpark.

Blue Salt Restaurant

Located across the road from Coogee Beach, Coogee Yeeros Cafe is an accessible restaurant. There is step-free access into and throughout the venue, which has accessible seating inside and outside. There are also accessible toilets inside the restaurant. Designated parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

Coogee Yeeros Cafe

The Juice Stop is a partially accessible juice bar located at the northern end of Arden Street in Coogee. There is no step-free access into the venue, but there is a takeaway counter on the outside of the shop which is accessible to wheelchair users. There are no outside tables and accessible toilets available in this venue.
Designated parking spots can be found at the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

The Juice Stop

Subway is an accessible takeaway sandwich shop situated on Dolphin Street. There is step-free access into and inside the venue, which has accessible indoor seating. There are no tables outside the venue and no accessible toilets.
Located opposite is Coogee Beach carpark with accessible parking spots.

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Coogee Cafe is accessible. 
There is step-free access into the venue via a ramp at the entrance, which leads you to the counter and a small seating area. There is more accessible seating outside the front of the venue, which doesn’t have accessible toilets.
There are no designated parking spots nearby.

Coogee Cafe


McDonald's is an accessible fast food restaurant located on Arden Street. There is step-free access into and throughout the venue, which has an accessible unisex toilet on site. Some of the restaurant’s seating is inaccessible due to the permanent nature of the fittings. The space inside the venue is restricted.
Closest designated parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

Mcdonald's Coogee

Serving up traditional fish and chips, JP McCaffrey's is an accessible restaurant on Dolphin Street. There is step-free access into and throughout the shop, which has a small accessible seating area inside. There is more seating outside the venue, which doesn’t have an accessible toilet.
The closest accessible parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

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Chish and Fips is accessible. There is step-free access into and around the outdoor venue, which has an accessible seating area. There are no toilets on site, but public facilities are available close by.
Designated parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

Chish And Fips

La Spiaggia is an accessible Italian restaurant located on Coogee Bay Road. There is step-free access into and throughout the venue, which has tight but accessible seating indoors and a handful of tables outside. There is also an accessible toilet on site. The closest designated parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

La Spiaggia Italian Restaurant

Gusto Espresso Bar is an accessible cafe in Coogee. The venue offers step-free access into and throughout. There is access to the counter and a small seating area inside, while there is another small seating area outside. There are no accessible toilets on site and also designated parking spots are not available.

Gusto Espresso Bar Coogee

Oporto is an accessible fast food outlet located on Arden Street in Coogee. There is step-free access into the venue and to the counter. There is a small amount of accessible seating area inside and outside the restaurant. Unfortunately there are no accessible toilets on site.
Designated parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

Oporto - Coogee

Grant Reserve is located directly to the south of Coogee Beach, beyond the Coogee Surf Life Saving Club. The reserve includes a playground, picnic tables, BBQs and extensive plantings of native trees and shrubs. The Coastal Walkway continues through the reserve and is popular with walkers and joggers. Grant Reserve provides access to other iconic facilities including McIvers Baths (women and children only) and Wylies Baths. There is step-free access via some of the park’s entrances. The plot is on a gentle gradient and the terrain is smooth. Located at the southern end of the reserve is a large children's playground called the Stan Windon Memorial Playground. Toilets are located close to the entrance to McIvers Baths. There's street parking nearby.

Grant Reserve

Tropicana Cafe is fully accessible to wheelchair users and offers step-free access. Space inside the venue is tight, but there is accessible seating available inside. More seating options are available outside Tropicana Cafe, which doesn’t have accessible toilets on site. Designated parking spots cannot be found in the nearby area.

Tropicana Cafe

In winter, Coogee Oval is home to the Randwick Rugby Union Club and caters for up to 5,000 spectators. The oval is also used as a first grade cricket facility during the warmer months. A fenced children's playground is located on the perimeter of the oval on the corner of Brook and Dolphin Streets. The oval is located directly opposite Coogee Beach and adjacent to the Coogee shopping village. Coogee Oval is accessible to wheelchair users. There is step-free access from Brook Street into the venue, which is step-free throughout. There are toilets available but they are not designated accessible. 
Parking is available along Alfreda Street and in the Council car park adjacent to the oval (access from Alfreda Street and Dolphin Street).

Coogee Oval

Coogee Pavillion is an accessible venue offering a range of yummy food, a licensed bar and great coffee on the ground floor. It has three floors plus a rooftop terrace. Step-free access is available into and around the ground floor. It has a lift that goes to all floors. There’s plenty of accessible low seating inside in the dining area, less so in the bar area, where there are mostly all high stools. Unfortunately the outside seats all have fixed branch seats with no extra space between to for a wheelchair. 

There is an accessible toilet on site. There is also a public carpark with 2 designated accessible parking spots opposite. 

Coogee Pavilion

Goldstein Reserve is the parkland located immediately adjacent to Coogee Beach. It has spectacular ocean views to Wedding Cake Island and the headlands at either end of the beach. The reserve is flat with picnic shelters, barbecues, seating, open grassed areas and maturing shady trees. The promenade running through the reserve provides a direct link to the beach and is used by walkers, joggers and sightseers. There is step-free access throughout the plot, which varies from a gentle to steep gradient. There are two kiosks in Goldstein Reserve and public toilets, showers and changing rooms. Coogee Town Centre is just across the road and a major bus terminal is located on adjacent Arden Street. The park’s toilets are located across from the main entrance to the beach.
There is a public carpark just across the street at 188 Arden Street.

Goldstein Reserve


SUSHIGOI is a Japanese food outlet on Coogee Bay Road that is accessible for wheelchair users, but it uses a high level sushi train conveyer belt that serves their customers. There is step-free access into the venue via a gentle ramp at the entrance, leading to the counter and indoor seating area, which is inaccessible to wheelchair users due to the high counter and stools. There are no toilets on site and no outside tables.

Sushigoi

Domino's Pizza is an accessible takeaway kiosk on Coogee Bay Road. The food outlet is purely for takeaway and there are no tables or toilets on site. Wheelchairs can access the counter area thanks to a small ramp upon entry.

Domino's Pizza Coogee

Sitting just across from Coogee Beach, Coogee Bay Kiosk is a takeaway outlet serving coffee, snacks and light meals. The counter is accessible to wheelchair users, but it is purely a takeaway outlet and there are no tables or toilets on site.
Accessible parking spots can be found in the Oval carpark on Arden Street.

The Coogee Bay Kiosk

Zambrero is accessible to wheelchair users. There is step-free access into the venue, which has accessible seating inside and outside. However, there are no toilets on site.
Designated parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

Zambrero Coogee

Courtyard is an accessible cafe located on Coogee Bay Road. There is step-free access into and throughout the venue, which doesn’t have an accessible toilet. Some seating is inaccessible due to the use of benches. Outside tables are not available in this venue.
Designated parking spots cannot be found in the nearby area.

Coogee Courtyard

Melonhead is an accessible juice bar located on Coogee Bay Road. There are no steps to negotiate at the entrance to the shop, which has a limited amount of seating inside and outside. There are no accessible toilets on site and designated parking spots cannot be found nearby.

Melonhead

Adina Apartment Hotel is accessible to wheelchair users. There is a lift. There are 2 apartments with wheelchair access and roll in showers available. However check with the hotel before making a booking. All other public areas are accessible for wheelchairs. There are some accessible restaurants and cafes nearby. There is also on-site parking available for $25 per car, per night.

Adina Apartment Hotel Coogee Sydney

Coogee Bay Hotel is accessible to wheelchair users. The hotel offers a District View room with disability access. There is a lowered kitchenette, a roll-in shower and step-free access onto the balcony. The hotel also has lifts to every level of the building.

Coogee Bay Hotel

2 parking spots on the street that are labelled for accessible parking. There are also accessible/disabled parking spots further down Baden St opposite #5 Baden St Coogee, 2034.

On-street accessible parking

JJ's is really close to Coogee beach. It's perfect for a fine day out as they have tables and chairs with plenty of room about 50 metres from the beach. Coogee Beach, at this point, is fully accessible and you can enjoy a short wheel/stroll along the promenade.
Accessible parking (about 3-4 spots) is just across the road and the footpath can be managed by anyone with wheels.
Accessible toilets are available close by at Arden St toilets. The accessible toilet isn't obvious as it's separate from the main toilets. It's at the main bus stop and you do need a MLAK key to open. 

JJ's Chicks and Burgers - Restaurant Coogee

2 large, accessible parking spots with loads of space around for vans with ramps etc.
Paths are easy to get to from the parking area and you can easily access the Coogee Beach walk along the promenade. Cafes and restaurants are easy to access also.
Accessible toilet is about 20 metres from the spots (must have MLAK key).

On Arden St just near Coogee Bay Rd and the main promenade is an accessible toilet maintained by Randwick council.
You need a MLAK key.
It's not obvious so as you look at the beach from outside Chish n Fips look left and you'll see it hiding behind the bus stop.
Closest accessible parking is on the Dolphin St, Coogee Area parking.

Accessible toilet Coogee Beach

The Estate Coogee Beach is an accessible Seafood Restaurant & Bar with easy access from the corner Carr and Arden Street and also from Arden Street although on a slope. The outdoor space offers lots of room. Ease of access to the indoor area too.  Both parking & accessible toilets can be found at Coogee Beach

Estate Coogee Beach

Coogee Bite Cafe is an accessible restaurant offering all day breakfast, and lunch. Outside seating available with access to indoor seating as well. Pleasant views overlooking Dunningham Park and Coogee Beach. Toilet available indoors but not disabled friendly, but one can be found at Coogee Beach Arden Street.  Parking can be closeby at Coogee Beach or Coogee Oval

Coogee Bite Café

Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach is accessible to wheelchair users. There is step-free access into and around the hotel, which has designated accessible rooms. They feature a roll-in shower and enough space to comfortably maneuver. There are toilets in the lobby but they are not designated accessible.

Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach-Sydney

Chargrill Charlie's on Coogee Bay Rd, near Woolworths, opposite the CommBank. 1 accessible parking spot just outside. Easy access inside as there are no steps into the main store. You have to get a ticket but that isn't too high and the staff are helpful. Tables and chairs are quite close but there's enough room for wheelchairs and prams. Eat in or take away. Big salad bar. Accessible toilet at Coogee Beach, about 40-50 metres down Coogee Bay Rd

Chargrill Charlie’s Coogee

Local Legion club which is centrally located in Coogee. Offers food, drink and entertainment options. Easy, street level access.  Plenty of indoor & covered outdoor seating 
The venue has accessible toilets & a lift.  Parking out front can be an issue.  There is a parking station & on street 2 & 4 hour free,  on Alfreda Street, Coogee – which is just around the corner.   Small buses have previously dropped off unable bodied guests just up the road & then found somewhere to park. 

Coogee Legion Club

Oceans is an accessible restaurant and cocktail bar overlooking Coogee Beach. There is step-free access into the venue and throughout its two levels. Lifts are situated in the foyer as you enter the venue. Some of the seating is inaccessible due to the use of high benches but there are several other tables which can be used inside and out. The venue provides accessible unisex toilets. Parking spots can be found at the Crowne Plaza carpark.

Oceans Dining & Drinks

A Japanese restaurant on Dolphin Street, Fujiyama is partially accessible to wheelchair users. There is a very small lip at the entrance of the venue, which should not be enough to prevent access to the counter and inside seating area. The staff members will be happy to assist you with entering the venue. There are no tables outside the venue and the space inside is very restricted. Also,  there are no ccessible toilets.
There are no designated parking spots nearby.

Fujiyama Restaurant

JJ's Chicks and Burgers is on Dolphin St Coogee near the north end of Coogee beach. 

It's a pick up and has home delivery through Doordash. Only pickup and delivery now due to Covid lockdown. Normally they have chairs and tables in and outside and the outside ones are wheelchair accessible.

The shop itself has a small step so it's only accessible for the outdoor tables.

Currently they accept orders at the door and will bring it to you to take away.

There is accessible parking on the street and in the Council parking opposite 

Menu is simple but fresh and tasty (they have 66 reviews with a 4.4 rating).

Great for takeaway and there are tables and chairs at the park opposite that can be accessed by mobility aids.

151 Dolphin St

Coogee Beach is a great beach with calm surf and is family-friendly. The promenade area has restored historic buildings and nurtured parklands.
Most of the facilities are located at mid-beach with showers, change rooms and toilets near the Arden Street bus stop.
Upmarket restaurants now jostle with fish and chip shops and an increasing number of boutiques.
The beach is accessible. There are several access points along the promenade, the easiest of which is a ramp to the left of the main steps as you look at the beach. The sand is mainly soft and the beach is of a gentle gradient. There are accessible toilets located opposite the main steps to the beach. Also accessible changing rooms and showers can be found there. However, Coogee Beach doesn’t have a beach wheelchair but part of the Coogee end of the Coastal Walk is accessible. The boardwalk hugs the coast most of the way and you can spot all kinds of wildlife during your walk. There are many off street parking spots available at the beach.

Coogee Beach

Grant Reserve Playground is one of the area's largest and best playgrounds. Also known as the Stan Windon Memorial Playground, it is located just a few minutes walk south of Coogee Beach along the Coastal Walkway. It is partially accessible to wheelchair users. There is step-free access into and around the park via various ramps. The play area features interactive and interpretive features for sound and touch, surrounded by grass, trees and a sea view with a toilet block (which is not designated accessible), picnic tables and barbecue facilities close by. Unfortunately there is no equipment specially designed for children in wheelchairs. 
There is street parking at the Grant Reserve.

Grant Reserve Playground (Stan Windon Memorial Playground)

Churrasco is an accessible restaurant located on Coogee Bay Road, serving Brazilian cuisine. There is a ramp at the entrance. It doesn’t have accessible seating outside the venue and no accessible toilets.

Churrasco Coogee

Barzura is a cafe and restaurant located on Carr Street at the end of the promenade walkway. There is a step at the entrance of the venue preventing wheelchair access to the counter and indoor seating area. There is plenty of accessible seating outside.


Barzura

Coogee Bay Hotel is a bar and restaurant which is accessible to wheelchair users. Step-free access to the outdoor seating area must be gained via the check-in area for accommodation. Some areas of the indoor sports bar can only be accessed by stairs. The outdoor seating area features many benches and high tables, There are accessible toilets on site.
Accessible parking spots can be found in the Hotel carpark or on Arden Street.

Coogee Bay Hotel Bar and Restaurant

Beach Burrito Co. is accessible to wheelchair users. Some of the venue’s seating - both inside and outside - is inaccessible due to the use of benches. Beach Burrito Co. does have an accessible toilet on site. There is step-free access throughout the premises. But inform the venue about your stay and the staff will arrange a special table for you.
Parking spots can be found in the carpark on 188 Arden Street.

Beach Burrito Co Coogee

Little Jack Horner is accessible. There is step-free access into the main and side entrances, but not all areas are step-free. Some of the venue’s tables are also inaccessible for wheelchair users, but there are seating options inside and outside. There is also an accessible unisex toilet on site. The closest accessible parking spots can be found in the Oval carpark on 188 Arden Street.

Little Jack Horner

Coogee Beach House is inaccessible to wheelchair users. The hotel has no rooms suitable for wheelchair access and not all areas of the hotel can be accessed step-free.

Coogee Beach House

Coogee Sands Hotel and Apartments is inaccessible to wheelchair users. The hotel has no rooms suitable for wheelchair access and not all areas of the hotel can be accessed step-free. Two rooms can be accessed but they are very small and both have steps into the shower.

Coogee Sands Hotel And Apartments

Located on a steep slope on Arden Street, Dive Hotel is inaccessible to wheelchair users. The hotel has no rooms suitable for wheelchair access and not all areas of the hotel can be accessed step-free.

Dive Hotel

Morning Glory Cafe is inaccessible inside due to the steps out front. However most of the seats are outside the front and accessible. The staff here are really friendly and happy to take your order outside if you can’t come in to order at the counter. 

The closest accessible parking spots can be found about 50metres away next to the oval, in front of the Coogee Pavilion. There are 2 in this car park. And an accessible toilet can be found inside the Coogee Pavilion next door.

Morning Glory Cafe

San Antonio Sour Dough Bakery has great bakery goods but also great coffee.

Outside tables and chairs with reasonable space around them and easy to rearrange.
Closest accessible toilet is at the beach end down Coogee Bay Rd and on the other side of Arden St (wheelchair and pram accessible paths) at bus stop. You need a MLAK key.
Accessible parking spots not far away on Coogee Bay Rd and Arden St.

San Antonio sourdough bakery cafe Coogee

The Lucky Cat is a popular dumpling bar in Coogee. They also offer a selection of craft beers and cocktails, including frozen cocktails.

Accessible tables are outside on the footpath and there is an accessible toilet just down the road at the Arden St toilets. You need a MLAK key.   Parking can be found at Coogee Oval 188 Arden Street & Coogee Beach 157 Dolphin Street

The Lucky Cat Dumpling Bar

Popular for club sandwiches.  Gourmet butcher offering all day breakfast and lunch.
Outdoor tables are accessible.

Accessible toilet is about 20-30 metres down the road at Coogee beach on Arden St.

Accessible parking spots on Vicar St and Coogee Bay Rd.

Kingsmore Meats

Gusto Espresso Bar Coogee is a popular coffee bar on Coogee Bay Rd Coogee.

It has outside tables under cover that can be easily accessed by wheelchairs and prams.

Tables are light and easy to move around to accommodate different sized groups. Food is mostly light cafe food, bakery goods and great coffee.

The doorway does have a slight ramp/incline (no stairs) but inside is very small and cramped. Staff will happily come out to you but you will need to grab their attention when they come out to serve. 

Accessible parking is on Coogee Bay Road and Vicar St near the post office.

Accessible toilets are available about 100 metres down the road at Coogee Beach toilets. Look out for the accessible toilet, labelled "Disabled Toilet" as it isn't part of the beach change rooms. Go to the coffee bar at Chish n Fips and when looking at the bar, turn to your left and you will see the toilet door just near the main bus stop on Arden St. Bring your MLAK key as you will need it for access. It is locked.

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