Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Williamstown

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AlphingtonArmadaleBlack RockBrightonCamberwellCarlton

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53 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Morning Star Hotel restaurant

1. The Morning Star Hotel

4.4

Awesome(44)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Williamstown

Booked 19 times today

Open now to Williamstown and surrounding areas. A true local classic!

2. The Strand

4.6

Exceptional(530)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Williamstown

Booked 6 times today

Serving beautiful food to the diners of Melbourne and beyond for over 20 years. The Strand in Williamstown has become a Melbourne Institution.

3. Pure South Dining

4.4

Awesome(76)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Southbank

Booked 26 times today

Pure South Dining is founded on philosophy of Ethical, Sustainable and Provenance driven produce, championing Tasmanian farmers, fishermen and small producers. The best in season produce is flown from the islands of King, Flinders & Tasmanian directly to our Southbank kitchen. Pure South Dining offers our guests two dining options to suite any occasion. The ground floor Pure South Kitchen is our casual riverside bistro offering classics from morning till late. Enjoy our Tassie produce without the fuss, while you look out to the Southbank promenade, sipping cocktails with friends. Ascend the stairs to the Pure South Dining Room, for a modern fine dining experience, with stunning views of the Yarra River & Melbourne's skyline. Dine a la carte, or embark on a culinary journey with our six-course tasting menu. Our in house sommelier is on hand to guide you through our extensive wine list, with over 400 bottles highlighting Tassie Chardonnay & Pinot Noir.

4. Gilson

4.5

Awesome(730)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Yarra

Booked 92 times today

Nestled within the Domain Road enclave in South Yarra with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens sits Gilson.Gilson’s intimate dining room is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week and caters for large groups and private dining events. Gilson offers an all day menu focusing on Italian cuisine and seasonal flavours. A neighbourhood favourite due to its relaxed setting, friendly staff, fabulous drinks list and dishes such as the ‘avocado bruschetta’ for breakfast, the ‘Seafood Linguine' for lunch or dinner, and a 'tiramisu' for dessert. Wood fired pizza is also available for lunch and dinner cooked in the custom built oven.Gilson's brunch service is available for walk-ins with reservations available from midday.

5. Elwood Bathers

4.7

Exceptional(1682)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Elwood

Booked 26 times today

Bayside restaurant and event venue open daily from 9:00am for takeaway coffees & pastries, and from 11:30am onwards for dine in. Passionate about friends, family and community.

6. Lamaro's Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(924)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • South Melbourne

Booked 25 times today

"Truly a wonderful pub is Lamaro’s, run by experts that embrace hospitality." Tony Leonard, 3AW https://bit.ly/36XkQbdBroadsheet's Top 5 Gastropubs in Melbourne 2019 & 20203AW's Pub Of The Year 2019 Lamaro's Hotel is an iconic Gastro-pub located in leafy Cecil Street in South Melbourne.Let us take you on a gourmet journey with our creative modern Australian menu. Either dine in the opulent surrounds of our restaurant or relax in our old world bar.With a boutique extensive wine list and 12 craft beers on tap there is something to please every taste and palate.Private dining rooms available and functions welcome.A must visit venue for any food, wine and beer lovers.We're close to Albert Park Lake and just 100m stroll from Bridport Street light rail (Tram no. 96) and South Melbourne's bus

A photo of Hacienda Mexicana Cocina restaurant

7. Hacienda Mexicana Cocina

4.4

Awesome(72)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Southbank

Booked 15 times today

Hacienda Mexicana Cocina is a vibrant and inviting casual dining restaurant. Known for its warm ambiance and exceptional Mexican cuisine, Hacienda Mexicana Cocina offers an unforgettable dining experience that combines traditional flavours with modern flair.

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8. Golden Fleece Hotel

4.4

Awesome(176)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • South Melbourne

Booked 12 times today

Heritage pub turned Greek Islands-inspired paradise, Golden Fleece Hotel has brought Santorini to South Melbourne. Entering off Montague Street, you’ll find curvaceous, stone-look tables, booths and an adjoining bottle shop where the walls are lined with vino you can take away! Make your way up the colourful mosaic-tiled stairwell you'll find a place to enjoy more cocktails after dining down stairs and nooks to sit back and relax, as well as a pool table and our DJ's on the weekend to keep the party forever going. Our Santorini Rooftop is where you’ll feel most transported, as the sun beams down, sip on a fun Aperol Spritz, or a Passionfruit Martini to feel the holiday vibes. The menu is similarly Mediterranean. Among the highlights: Our famous fluffy oven baked bread accompanied by a selection of dips, and a delicious Yia-Yia's style Moussaka. Partner any dish with a wide selections of wines from our bottle shop or our famous Santorini Sour!

A photo of La Camera Southgate restaurant

9. La Camera Southgate

4.6

Exceptional(168)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Southbank

Booked 31 times today

Nestled amongst riverside treetops on Southgate’s mid level, La Camera boasts two balconies with stunning views over The Yarra River and iconic Flinders Street Station. The interior is adorned with vintage black-and-white photographs depicting the history of the family that has owned and operated the restaurant since it opened in 2000. La Camera Southgate offers an array of authentic Italian dishes including unique Roman-style pizzas, authentic Pappardelle Ox Cheek from Trastevere-Rome and by far the most delectable Tiramisu in town. The emphasis is on quality ingredients, and fresh seasonal produce.

A photo of YASSAS The Greek Way - Southbank restaurant

10. YASSAS The Greek Way - Southbank

4.1

Excellent(864)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Southbank

Booked 27 times today

Serving traditional Greek street food, made with the freshest of produce and the highest quality of locally sourced ingredients. Let us indulge you in the vibrant atmosphere of Greece with the Melbourne edge assuring you our very best YASSAS experience.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

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Mark
Melbourne •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
I want to write a rubbish review because I don't want people coming here. I want to keep it to myself. Stay away, its terrible, not worth the drive. Seriously its like I have a bar in my lounge room with great people and food. If I have a heart attack here I'm going to make sure I have a DNR in my will coz this would be the place to fall off the perch, or on the golf course.
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The Morning Star HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• Williamstown
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4.4
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Richard
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
A great place to meet friends and have great food with a view. Excellent breakfast options and coffee was very good too.
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Pure South DiningPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Southbank
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4.4
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WilliamVIP
Victoria •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fabulous as always. Very relaxing looking at the sea while eating your lunch . Staff very welcoming and friendly
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Elwood BathersPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Elwood
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4.7
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Nikki
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Thank you to the team at Gilson for helping to make my bridesmaid proposal special! They were very attentive and the food was incredible as always!
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GilsonPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Yarra
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4.5
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lynne
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
4 people enjoyed their meals very much one say their steak was grisely ..
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The StrandPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Williamstown
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4.6

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