Waterfront Brighton

4.6

550 Reviews

$41 to $100

Seafood

25 Church St, Brighton, AU-VIC 3186

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2 people

Apr 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Neighborhood gem

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Seafood, Meat
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9592 0254
Website
http://www.waterfrontbrighton.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: (03) 9592 0254

Location
25 Church St, Brighton, AU-VIC 3186
Neighborhood
Brighton
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

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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
May 11, 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!

Private dining

Bakaliaro Croquettes
Salt cod fish & blue moon potato croquettes with taramasalata and avruga caviar
Nigiri Sushi
Tuna, kingfish, salmon and prawns with wasabi, soy sauce and pickled ginger
Chargrilled Octopus (GF, DF)
Lemon dressing, oregano and smoky romesco
Split King Prawns (GF)
Chargrilled king prawns with aromatic chilli, garlic & herb butter and lemon
Burrata e Verdure (GF)
Marinated zucchini, crushed snow peas and parsley sauce

Mains

Choice of

John Dory (GF)
Parsnip puree, grilled asparagus & Pico de Gallo
Black Angus Eye Fillet
Chargrilled 250 gm black angus eye fillet with petite herb salad and oven roasted kipfler potatoes. Choice of sauces: cognac & pink peppercorn, wild mushroom, red wine jus
Seafood Linguine
Mussels, scallops, clams, prawns, white wine, cherry tomatoes, chilli, garlic & pangrattato
- WA lobster 1/2A$59.00
- WA lobster wholeA$118.00
Queensland Grouper
Chargrilled fillet with garlic & cauliflower mash, soy mustard dressing and caperberries
Seafood Ravioli
Scallops and prawn stuffed ravioli with mussels, beurre Blanc and Atlantic salmon caviar

Sides

Truffle Fries and AioliA$15.00
Twice Cooked Potatoes with Garlic and RosemaryA$15.00
Rocket, Pear and Parmesan SaladA$15.00
Lemon Dressed Green BeansA$15.00
with pistachio crumb

Desserts

Choice of

Ekmek Kataifi
Crispy kataifi, creamy vanilla custard and pistachio whipped cream
Panna Cotta
Orange blossom with candied mandarin oranges
Belgium Chocolate Marquise
Chocolate soil, double cream, raspberries

What 550 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Waterfront Brighton offers "outstanding service," a "beautiful seasonal menu," and "excellent food." Diners commend the restaurant's "lovely ambiance," "incredible food," and "extensive wine selection." The express lunch menu is "great value," while the seafood dishes, particularly the "Thai curry snapper," receive high praise. Ideal for special occasions.

550 Reviews

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Sonia
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
started with fantastic service. Food was well-timed and delicious
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Kacie
Melbourne6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed our lunch at Waterfront, most of the food was amazing. The seafood chowder unfortunately was really disappointing. It was watery and tasteless and the fish was overcooked. I didnt end up eating it and they removed this dish from our bill which was appreciated. They did firstly try to tell me it was soup so it would be liquidy, but in my experience, chowder is quite a thick and creamy texture. Lots of body - this was not.
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Glenn
Melbourne2 reviews
1.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The waitress, although pleasant, did not hear what we were ordering. My father ordered a double scotch to drink, he was given a single. So, we ordered another and then that was fine. Then my father ordered 1/2 dozen oysters and asked if he could have them Mornay style, and Lobster Mornay. He received 1/2 dozen natural oysters and Lobster with Garlic butter. I ordered 1/ dozen Oysters Kilpatrick which were so dirty that I was spitting out pieces of shell and grime for each and every Oyster. I then ordered Lobster natural. I received Lobster with Garlic butter also. The manager was quite rude and informed me that they did not offer this on the menu. I stated that when I placed the order, shouldn't I have been informed of this, and not just given whatever I was given. I do not like heated lobster. I only eat it natural and chilled. So, I was told that the chef would prepare me a boiled Lobster that would be chilled if I was happy to wait 10 minutes, which I agreed to. I then received my hot Lobster and asked if this was okay. Overall, it was a very disappointing night, dining at a restaurant that we had previously been to and enjoyed immensely. We will not be going back there again!
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Anna
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food and cocktails, great selection of wine. Highly recommended!
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Margaret VIP
Melbourne8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I very much enjoyed my lunch today and am sure I’ll be back again soon! Thank you 🙏
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Anthony
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent quality of food, served by impeccable wait staff in a beautiful restaurant.
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JohnM
Victoria4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
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 on March 8, 2025
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 March 6, 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 February 28, 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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FAQs

Waterfront Brighton is rated 4.6 stars by 550 OpenTable diners.

Waterfront Brighton does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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