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The BOX on the Water

4.4
4.4
1825 Reviews
$41 to $100
Modern Australian

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2 people
23:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
The BOX on the Water is situated in prime position on both the Ettalong foreshore and beach. Its absolute waterfront location has panoramic views out across Broken Bay to its namesake, Box Head, and over to Sydney's northern beaches.

Architecturally designed with a stylish, modern aesthetic, The BOX on the Water restaurant, bar and beach kiosk is just an hour and a half drive from central Sydney or twenty five minutes on the passenger ferry from Palm Beach.

Both the restaurant and kiosk offer fresh, modern Australian cuisine and friendly, efficient service. Experience stylish, casual, 'fun dining' with arguably the best outlook on the Coast!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Kiosk Daily 07:00–16:00 Brunch Wed, Sun 08:00–12:00 Lunch Daily 11:45–15:00 Sunset sips Fri–Sun 15:00–17:30 Dinner Thu–Sat 17:30–20:30 Sun 17:00–19:00
  • Phone number
    (02) 4339 3369
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Ettalong Beach
  • Parking details
    There is free parking bays along the foreshore next to The BOX and plenty of street parking very close.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Hot & Cold Seafood Feast (Minimum. 2 people)

    A$89.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our hot & cold seafood feast Kids menu available for children under 12 years old for $15pp. Please see our website for the menu
  • The Box Grazing Feast (min. 2 people)

    A$89.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Push the boat out and experience our four course summer grazing feast, curated by owners Monique & Natasha. Our grazing feast showcases everything we love to eat this season, and includes an optional wine pairing to complement each course. Full menu available via our website.
  • New Years Eve Degustation

    A$109.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    4 COURSE DEGUSTATION | 5pm - 8.30pm $109pp degustation | +$40pp wine pairing Carefully curated by our head chef & complemented with wine pairings handpicked by our sommelier Inclusive of a glass of sparkling on arrival & access to our Countdown & Cocktail Party Head to our website to see the Menu

What 1,825 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New South Wales

    Great for brunch

  • New South Wales

    Great for outdoor dining

  • New South Wales

    Modern Australian

  • New South Wales

    Most Booked

  • Central Coast

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The BOX on the Water offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "beautiful views" of Ettalong Beach. Guests rave about the "amazing taste sensations" and "outstanding service," making it a "favorite spot" for local and visiting diners. The setting is ideal for special occasions, complemented by a "top shelf" wine selection.

1,825 Reviews
  1. David

    New South Wales

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great staff and great location could not fault it, coming back for more for sure

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  2. Raffaella

    New South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Easy to book, delicious food and great ambience. Love the view.

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  3. john

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Box on the Water remains unbeatable for value-& that view! The pate, fish & chips-& salad- are our ‘go to’ lunch-easily shareable, served with a smile, & enjoyed in front of a world class view. Our only (slight) regrets-it’s not open-at least once or twice a week-for breakfast-and the menu doesn’t offer a tender steak frites option ( the bavatte’s a bit chewy for us). But it still makes us once a week regulars.

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  4. Jill

    New South Wales

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely Saturday lunch ambiance, great service and food, relaxed atmosphere.

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  5. jenny

    New South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was amazing. Sara was very attentive and friendly.

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  6. Jo

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful food, location & excellent service. We would highly recommend your lovely restaurant.

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  7. Keith

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu quite limited though some very tasty small plate options and generous servings of mussels and fish and chips were better choices than the baby barramundi to share, really this is a serve for one person . The oysters are absolutely divine and were certainly the standout of our choices . The ceviche came in a close second . Overall we really enjoyed the food and would certainly return.

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  8. Carla

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just lovely, great service and food, amazing location and lookout.

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  9. Kerry

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and setting were beautiful. Expensive, but for a celebration we enjoyed it immensely.

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  10. Ryan

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The grazing box was delicious for every course and a good size. The service was excellent and the view outstanding. No faults at all

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FAQs

The BOX on the Water is rated 4.4 stars by 1825 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
23:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The BOX on the Water

Ettalong Foreshore, The Esplanade, Ettalong Beach, AU-NSW 2257

Additional information

  • Area
    Ettalong Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Kiosk Daily 07:00–16:00 Brunch Wed, Sun 08:00–12:00 Lunch Daily 11:45–15:00 Sunset sips Fri–Sun 15:00–17:30 Dinner Thu–Sat 17:30–20:30 Sun 17:00–19:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is free parking bays along the foreshore next to The BOX and plenty of street parking very close.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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