Waterfront Brighton

4.7

544 Reviews

$41 to $100

Seafood

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Great for fine wines

We are dedicated to the “sea to plate”, with daily visits to the market, selecting the very best oysters, pristine shellfish and the freshest local seafood.
Our “paddock to table” philosophy ensures we only source the highest quality of meats, bred from local Victorian farmers.

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Location
25 Church St, Brighton, AU-VIC 3186
Phone number
(03) 9592 0254
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Seafood, Meat
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 12:00–21:00
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

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Experiences

Waterfront Brighton Express Lunch Menu
A$49.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Express Lunch Menu is now available on every Saturday lunch, excluding public holidays. 2 courses: $49 3 courses: $59
Mother's Day 3 course set menu $159 per person.
A$159.00 per person
11 May 2025 only
3 course set menu with a glass of Moët & Chandon on arrival
2 Course Set Menu - $95 pp ($30pp Deposit)
A$30.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Indulge in a one-of-a-kind dining experience with our exclusive 2-Course Menu, crafted for the true seafood enthusiast. Savor the vibrant, fresh flavors of seasonal dishes, prepared with the finest ingredients by our expert chefs. From the perfect starter to an unforgettable main course, each dish is a celebration of the ocean’s bounty and the season’s best. Reserve your table today and taste the magic!

Hiramasa Kingfish CarpaccioA$29.00
fermented green chilli, Japanese radish & native lime
Waterfront Market SashimiA$33.00
tuna, salmon, kingfish & prawn
Black Angus Beef TatakiA$29.00
mushroom butter, shiso ponzu, mix salad
Baked Hokkaido ScallopsA$29.00
herb butter, breadcrumbs
Canadian Scallop SkordaliaA$29.00
greek garlic potato mash, watercress & lemon dressing
Waterfront Classic Seafood ChowderA$28.00
saffron, prawn, mussels, clams, local fish
Crispy Fried Pork BellyA$26.00
sticky chilli Asian dressing
Flash Fried Aireys Intlet Calamari
kohlrabi salad, chilli mayo
- SmallA$25.00
- LargeA$45.00
Chargrilled Skewered Fremantle OctopusA$29.00
aubergine & chermoula
BurattaA$29.00
roasted cherry tomatoes, basil
Kataifi Wrapped PrawnsA$29.00
chilli sambal, lemongrass aioli
CroquettesA$28.00
crab & saffron, lobster bisque aioli
Salmon GravlaxA$29.00
pickled cucumber & horseradish crème fraiche
Classic CaesarA$29.00
baby cos lettuce, white anchovies, crispy bacon, egg, croutons, grated parmigiana, Reggiano cheese

Crustacean

King Prawns, Mooloolaba QLD
Chargrilled - served with steamed rice, garlic & chilli butter
King Prawns, Mooloolaba QLDA$45.00
King Prawns, Mooloolaba QLDA$90.00
Moreton Bay Bugs, QLD
Chargrilled - served with steamed rice, garlic & chilli butter
Moreton Bay Bugs, QLDA$59.00
Moreton Bay Bugs, QLDA$118.00
Western Australian Lobster (1/2 / Whole)
Nathan's Chilled Lobster, Mornay, Chargrilled - Garlic & Chilli Butter
Waterfront's Hot PlatterA$269.00
Port Phillip bay scallops, 1/2 doz King prawns, 1/2kg Moreton Bay bugs, fried calamari, oysters kilpatrick, bowl of mussels & a house salad

From the Ocean

Waterfront's Beer Battered Port Macquarie Rockling & ChipsA$42.00
house made tartare sauce, selections of pickles, salad
Western Australian Goldband Whole Flash Fried Snapper CurryA$48.00
our signature Thai curry, jasmine rice, roti bread
Lobster Bisque LinguineA$42.00
mussels, clams, prawns, scallops & cherry tomato
Pumpkin Ravioli
Mooloolaba prawns, burnt butter, pine nuts & raisins
Pumpkin RavioliA$28.00
Pumpkin RavioliA$42.00
Moreton Bay Bug RisottoA$44.00
saffron, fennel
Crab RisottoA$42.00
roasted cherry tomatoes, lemon zest, asparagus
Porcini RisottoA$38.00
porcini, button mushroom, truffle oil, parsley, parmesan
Atlantic Salmon & Leek WellingtonA$54.00
caviar blurred blanc, carrot & ginger puree, herbs
Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon FilletA$48.00
pea puree, asparagus
Queensland, Daintree Farm Grilled Salt Water Barramundi FilletA$48.00
artichoke gnocchi & sage
South Australian HapukaA$48.00
beurre blanc, fennel, orange salad, Yarra Valley salmon roe
Miso Glazed 'Glacier 51' ToothfishA$62.00
Asian green
Whole Fresh Flounder, Nelson NZA$55.00
roasted chat potatoes & sauce grenobloise
Bass Strait 700gm Whole Baby SnapperA$55.00
chargrilled baby snapper Mediterranean style
Waterfront's Signature Snapper & Truffle PieA$52.00
charred roma tomatoes, Paris mash
Mt Martha Mussel Mariniere PotA$39.00

From the Wood Fire Chargrill

250g Eye FilletA$68.00
Guineas/ Australian Shorthorn, grain fed 140 days
300g PorterhouseA$55.00
Jack's Creek Black Angus, grain fed 120 days
300g Scotch FilletA$66.00
certified Australian Black Angus
450g Rib Eye on the BoneA$79.00
MSA Riverine Premium Beef, grain fed 150 days
Maryland Roasted DuckA$48.00
with our signature Thai curry, jasmine rice & bok choy
Chargrilled Bannockburn Free Range ChickenA$42.00
caramelised leeks, walnuts, thyme, asparagus

Sides & Salad

Grilled AsparagusA$16.00
smoked sea salt, truffle oil & Grana Padano
Sooyoung’s Cabbage SaladA$16.00
roasted slivered almonds & pumpkin seeds
Butter Lettuce SaladA$15.00
castelvetrano olives, panko crumbs, manchego, chives, apple cider honey vinaigrette
Honey Glazed Baby CarrotsA$14.00
hazelnut
Green BeansA$16.00
XO butter
Truffled MashA$16.00
Bowl of ChipsA$12.00
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What 544 people are saying

Waterfront Brighton reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

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Review summary

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Waterfront Brighton offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "beautiful atmosphere" and "great value" express lunch. The seafood dishes, particularly the snapper curry, are highly praised. The restaurant is perfect for special occasions, with attentive staff making every visit memorable.

544 Reviews

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JohnM
Victoria4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience Great food Lovely staff Will come again
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Susan
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
No hesitation in recommending this restaurant as you’re always guaranteed good quality food and service. The set lunch menu is terrific value. Waterfront is the perfect place to meet with friends when you want to talk without excessive background noise. It’s our favourite place to eat in Brighton.
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Bruce
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service, lovely food, and generous serves. Will be back.
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Phil
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff were friendly and busy, good atmosphere, and prompt attention to what ever was needed.
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Gaye VIP
Melbourne19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and wine are delicious and the staff are always very friendly and helpful.
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Jill
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Stunning experience at Waterfront. Year after year its consistency is amazing . Highly recommended, lunch or dinner.
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Peter
Melbourne1 review
1.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Thoroughly disappointing experience. On arrival we were seated at a small round table in the thoroughfare between the dining room and the bar, right where all the dirty dishes were collecting. The table itself looked like an afterthought, tiny with no tablecloth unlike the nice large square tables everywhere else. The whole time we had wait staff brushing past us, dirty dishes ever growing. We couldn’t wait to get out of there from the minute we arrived. The food itself was average. I ordered the fried snapper curry (the curry was bland) where the fillets are removed and the skeleton is fried and presented on the plate. Unless I am mistaken, all fish have two sides and therefore two fillets but I must have got the only fish in existence that had one fillet. Or more likely the restaurant was short changing diners and doubling their profit. My wife had the prawns that were average to small in size. 4 of them for $45 with some rice. Not what we expected at all. To top it all off when we raised the issue we were told it was our fault.
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Tori
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding service, excellent food, extensive wine list. Wonderful ambience. We will definitely be back! The perfect place to celebrate any birthday or a romantic dinner or just because!
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Barry
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We chose Waterfront to celebrate our 30th Wedding anniversary as we both love seafood. It proved to be a wonderful choice. We each had entrees and main courses and shared a desert. Every dish was promptly served, suitably proportioned and delicious. Had time for a romantic stroll on the beach after.
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Peter
Melbourne1 review
4.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was very good and the staff gave good recommendations.
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