Saltwater Phillip Island

Name: Saltwater Phillip Island
Address: Beach Crescent, Newhaven, AU-VIC, Australia, 3925
Telephone: (03) 5926 6802
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (1111)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Beach Crescent, Newhaven, AU-VIC 3925

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

Combining a love of the ocean with quality house made local produce, Saltwater caters to a broad range of tastes, balancing craft and comfort. We offer a relaxed atmosphere with food and drinks to match. Paired with 270 degree waterfront views including the Phillip Island Bridge, the eastern entrance and Westernport Bay to the north. All contributing to make Saltwater both a destination venue, and a favourite for locals alike.

OPEN HOURS:
WEDNESDAY: 11:30AM-late
THURSDAY: 11:30AM-late
FRIDAY: 11:30AM-late
SATURDAY: 11:30AM-late
SUNDAY: 11:30AM-late

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Brewery, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 5926 6802
Website
https://www.saltwaterphillipisland.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Restaurant & Bar + Cocktails: Wed-Sun 12pm-3pm Full Lunch menu 3pm-5pm Wood fired pizza and Chips 4:45pm-Late Full Dinner menu (Sun 3:30-8pm Wood Fired Pizzas + Bar) TAKE AWAY: Call us on 0359266802 Wood-fired Pizza Wednesday - Sunday 11:30am-8pm
Private party facilities
For special needs or functions enquiries please email us on:bookings@saltwaterphillipisland.com.auFor all weddings please email us on:weddings@saltwaterphillipisland.com.auAll weddings and receptions full venue hire only.

Location
Beach Crescent, Newhaven, AU-VIC 3925
Neighborhood
Phillip Island
Cross street
On the Newhaven Jetty!
Parking details
On site car park (at the Newhaven Jetty)
Public transit
Newhaven bus station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

House Dips + Flat BreadA$17.00
House made hummus + beetroot dip, wood-fired flat bread (vegan available*, V, df)
Garlic PizzaA$22.00
Roasted garlic butter, fior di latte, fresh herbs, sea salt (gfa*, dfa*, vegan available*)
Charred Corn RibsA$16.00
Charred corn quarters, chimichurri, brushed butter, parmesan (V*, vegan available*)
Buffalo CauliflowerA$20.00
Hot Sauce, smoked paprika, garlic, cashew cream (gf*, df*, vegan*)
Sticky WingsA$19.00
Hot bbq sauce, cajun cucumber wings sauce
Salt + Pepper SquidA$22.00
Citrus mayo, pickled red onion, lemon (gf*)
Mushroom AranciniA$19.00
Made in house with local Portobello mushroom, truffle, fontina cheese, house made truffle mayo

Mains

Poke BowlA$26.00
Turmeric cauliflower, pumpkin, avocado, red cabbage, cucumber, brown rice, mixed seeds, pickled ginger, crispy shallots, coriander, kewpie mayo (gf*, vegan available)
Fish TacosA$27.00
Fresh local fish sourced from San Remo, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, asian slaw, jalapeños, chilli mayo, coriander
Fish + ChipsA$32.00
Local beer battered gummy shark, smashed tartare, lemon, garden salad, paprika sea salt chips (gfa*, df*)
Chilli MusselsA$29.00
Italian tomatoes, onion, garlic, white wine, herbs, fresh focaccia (df*)
Seafood LinguineA$42.00
Local mussels, prawns, scallops, squid, sugo, cherry tomatoes, garlic butter, herbs, chilli, fresh basil
Beef Burger + ChipsA$28.00
Locally sourced beef + grilled bacon, milk bun, caramelised onion, cheese, tomato, lettuce, relish (gfa*)
Saltwater ParmaA$32.00
Panko crumbed chicken, shaved ham, house tomato sauce, trio cheese, garden salad, sea salt chips
Salt + Pepper SquidA$30.00
Served with chips, salad, citrus mayo, pickled onion, lemon (gf*)
Seafood ChowderA$37.00
Local mussels. clams, prawns, scallops, house kingfish + creamy vegetable broth, bacon, crusty bread, herbs
MeatballsA$27.00
Saltwater meatballs in house-made tomato sauce served with garlic bread

Wood-Fired Pizza

All gluten free pizzas are cooked in the same oven as gluten pizzas. Pizza Extras: Gluten free base: +$3; Salami, prawns, ham, anchovies: +$4; Cherry tomatoes, Spanish onion, capsicum, pumpkin, mushroom, olives: +$2

MargheritaA$20.00
San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte, basil, sea salt (gfa*, dfa*, V, vegan available)
GarlicA$22.00
Roasted garlic butter, fior di latte, fresh herbs, sea salt (gfa*, dfa*, vegan available*)
PrawnA$29.00
San Marzano tomatoes, prawns, chilli, cherry tomatoes, Spanish onion, rocket, sea salt (gfa*, dfa*)
SalamiA$27.00
San Marzano tomatoes, hot salami, fior di latte, roasted capsicum, olives (gfa*, dfa*)
Mushroom + TruffleA$27.00
Roasted garlic butter, fior di latte, Spanish onion, local Portobello, truffle, herbs, rocket (v, dfa*, gfa*, vegan available*)
IslanderA$25.00
San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte, roasted capsicum, ham, pineapple, sea salt (gfa*, dfa*)
MediterraneanA$28.00
San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte, pumpkin, roasted capsicum, cherry tomatoes, olives, Spanish onion, herbs, fresh basil (gfa*, dfa*, V, vegan available*)

Kids

Kids Fish + ChipsA$16.00
Local fish, chips, garden salad, tomato sauce (gfa*, dfa*)
Kids MargheritaA$16.00
San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte, basil (gfa*, dfa*)
Kids PastaA$16.00
Napoli sauce, parmesan, basil (dfa*, V)

Dessert

Dolce PizzaA$22.00
Nutella, strawberries, sugar dust (gfa*)
AffagatoA$18.00
Mr. Black or Frangelico, Dukes double shot coffee, ice cream, ginger cookie
Kids Ice CreamA$7.00
Vanilla ice cream, add strawberry or chocolate topping

Sides

Garden SaladA$10.00
Wholegrain mustard + maple dressing (vegan*, gf*)
ChipsA$10.00
Sea salt, house made aioli or tomato sauce (gf*, vegan available able*)

Tap Beer

Saltwater, Lager (4.0%)
- Pot (285ml)A$7.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$10.00
Saltwater IPA (6.2%)
- Pot (285ml)A$7.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$10.00
Saltwater, Pilsner (4.5%)
- Pot (285ml)A$7.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$10.00
Saltwater, Pacific Ale (4.5%)
- Pot (285ml)A$7.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$10.00
Saltwater, Pale Ale (3.5%)
- Pot (285ml)A$7.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$10.00
Two Bays Gluten Free Pale Ale (4.5%)
- Pot (285ml)A$8.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$11.00
Matsos Ginger Beer (3.4%)
- Pot (285ml)A$8.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$11.00
Saltwater Cider (4.5%)
- Pot (285ml)A$7.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$10.00

White Wine

Saltwater, Sauv Blanc
- 150mlA$10.00
- 250mlA$16.00
- BottleA$45.00
Saltwater, Pinot Grigio
- 150mlA$10.00
- 250mlA$16.00
- BottleA$45.00
Saltwater, Chardonnay
- 150mlA$10.00
- 250mlA$16.00
- BottleA$45.00
Saltwater, Moscato
- 150mlA$10.00
- 250mlA$16.00
- BottleA$45.00
Purple Hen Sauv Blanc
- BottleA$55.00
Foxey's Hangout Pinot Gris
- BottleA$55.00
Montevecchio Moscato
- BottleA$55.00

Bubbles

Saltwater, Sparkling Brut
- 120mlA$10.00
- BottleA$45.00
Saltwater, Prosecco
- 120mlA$10.00
- BottleA$45.00

Rose

Saltwater, Rosé
- 150mlA$10.00
- 250mlA$16.00
- BottleA$45.00
Lightfoot & Sons Rosé
- BottleA$50.00

Red Wine

Saltwater, Pinot Noir
- 150mlA$10.00
- 250mlA$16.00
- BottleA$45.00
Saltwater, Shiraz
- 150mlA$10.00
- 250mlA$16.00
- BottleA$45.00
Purple Hen Pinot Noir
- BottleA$70.00
Purple Hen Shiraz
- BottleA$55.00
Foxey's Hangout Pinot Noir
- BottleA$60.00
Dirt 3 'Estate' Pinot Noir
- BottleA$85.00
Polperro 'Estate' Pinot Noir
- BottleA$85.00

Hot Drinks

Dukes Coffee Roasters
- SA$4.50
- LA$5.50
Chai Latte: Loose Leaf
- SA$4.50
- LA$5.50
Hot Chocolate
- SA$4.50
- LA$5.50
Camilla TeaA$5.00
english breakfast, peppermint, green, earl grey, chamomile, chai, rooibos

Cocktails

Aperol SpritzA$18.00
Aperol, prosecco, soda, orange
Cucumber Mint CollinsA$20.00
Gin, cucumber, lime, mint
Dark + StormyA$18.00
Kraken spiced rum, fevertree ginger beer, fresh lime + lemon
Espresso MartiniA$20.00
Saltwater style with Dukes espresso
Fireball SourA$20.00
Fireball, citrus, egg white
MargaritaA$18.00
Freshly squeezed lemons, tequila, cointreau
Mango DaiquiriA$18.00
Vodka, fevertree ginger beer, fresh lime + lemon
Strawberry DaiquiriA$18.00
Fresh strawberries, vodka, cointreau, citrus, frozen
Passion Fruit DaiquiriA$18.00
Passion fruit, vodka, cointreau, citrus, frozen

Cold Drinks

Soft Drink
Pepsi, pepsi max, solo, lemonade, raspberry, dry ginger ale
- Pot (285ml)A$4.50
- Schooner (425ml)A$5.50
Lemon Lime + Bitters
- Pot (285ml)A$6.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$7.00
FevertreeA$6.00
Tonic water or Ginger beer
Juice
Apple, orange, pineapple or cranberry
- Pot (285ml)A$6.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$8.00
Soda
Ice + lime
- Pot (285ml)A$2.00
- Schooner (425ml)A$3.00
San Pellegrino
Natural sparkling water
- 750mlA$8.00
Iced Coffee or ChocolateA$9.00
With ice-cream

Spirits

Vodka

Ketel OneA$10.00

Gin

+$2 Fevertree tonic

TanquerayA$10.00
HendricksA$11.00
LochA$12.00
Four PillarsA$11.00

Rum

Kraken Spiced RumA$10.00
Sailor JerryA$10.00
Havana Club '3'A$10.00

Tequila

Espolon RepasadoA$10.00

Whiskey

Makers MarkA$10.00
Jack DanielsA$10.00
BallantinesA$10.00
Southern ComfortA$10.00
JamesonA$10.00
FireballA$10.00

Brandy

HennessyA$11.00
PiscoA$11.00

Liquers

AperolA$8.00
BaileysA$10.00
CampariA$8.00
CointreauA$9.00
PimmsA$10.00
FranjelicoA$10.00
Mr. BlackA$12.00

What 1,111 people are saying

Saltwater Phillip Island reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Victoria
Great for scenic views
Gippsland
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Saltwater Phillip Island offers a "wonderful experience" with "amazing views" over Westernport Bay. Guests enjoy "excellent food" like seafood linguine and fish tacos, alongside "friendly and attentive staff." The atmosphere is lively, though some find it noisy indoors. Overall, it's a "fantastic venue" with "great service" perfect for dining with family and friends.

1,111 Reviews

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Maryanne
Victoria4 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Lovely view of the water from upstairs, though still a great view to be had downstairs as well. Friendly staff, very clean restaurant and toilets. We ordered a pizza and the seafood chowder. Both were very enjoyable and the pizza was hand made and stone cooked. I had the Saltwater Chardonnay and it was a lovely wine. We’ll definitely be back to try other dishes on the menu.
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Emma
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food served promptly! Love Saltwater!!!!
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Brendan
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, very friendly staff, an enjoyable night
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Stephanie
Melbourne1 review
1.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Plain pasta and 1 starter took over 50mins to arrive from ordering. I asked to cancel the starter and just wait for the child’s meal in a takeaway container since it’d taken so long, only for both items to be delivered on plates 5minutes later. Everything still on the bill after cancelling the dip platter.
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Leanne
Victoria1 review
2.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We had chilli mussels which I feel was missing all the ingredients, chilli, onion, garlic, white wine and herbs. They tasted as if there was a tin of tomatoes poured in the bottom heated through and served with a couple of thin sliced of chilli. Would not recommend, very poor.
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Shane
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Seafood linguine was excellent. We shared the dips and flatbread for starters and assuming the pizza bases are like the flatbread we may have just found our new fav takeaway as well - here’s hoping.
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Peter
Victoria2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere Looking over Westernport Bay Food was good Service excellent
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Franco
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was on point,food was amazing the staff are friendly.
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Andrew
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been to SW a number of times and it doesn’t disappoint. As PI residents it’s wonderful to see lots of people in the restaurant when it’s not summer too. Staff are excellent, food delicious and beer yum. Keep it up guys!
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Kathleen
Victoria1 review
3.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was okay although I was a bit disappointed to see the menu hadn’t changed much since I was last there a couple of years ago. I the sparkling and a Prosecco )saltwater brand and unfortunately both were flat. No bubbles at all, presented as white wine.
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FAQs

Saltwater Phillip Island offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 5926 6802.

Saltwater Phillip Island is rated 4.4 stars by 1111 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Beach Crescent, Newhaven, AU-VIC 3925

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
On the Newhaven Jetty!
Neighborhood
Phillip Island
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Brewery, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On site car park (at the Newhaven Jetty)
Public transit
Newhaven bus station
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.saltwaterphillipisland.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 5926 6802
Catering
Restaurant & Bar + Cocktails: Wed-Sun 12pm-3pm Full Lunch menu 3pm-5pm Wood fired pizza and Chips 4:45pm-Late Full Dinner menu (Sun 3:30-8pm Wood Fired Pizzas + Bar) TAKE AWAY: Call us on 0359266802 Wood-fired Pizza Wednesday - Sunday 11:30am-8pm
Private party facilities
For special needs or functions enquiries please email us on:bookings@saltwaterphillipisland.com.auFor all weddings please email us on:weddings@saltwaterphillipisland.com.auAll weddings and receptions full venue hire only.

Saltwater Phillip Island

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Margherita

Seafood Chowder

Fish Tacos

Tapas + Share

House Dips + Flat BreadA$17.00

Garlic PizzaA$22.00

Charred Corn RibsA$16.00

Buffalo CauliflowerA$20.00

Sticky WingsA$19.00

Salt + Pepper SquidA$22.00

Mushroom AranciniA$19.00

Mains

Poke BowlA$26.00

Fish TacosA$27.00

Fish + ChipsA$32.00

Chilli MusselsA$29.00

Seafood LinguineA$42.00

Beef Burger + ChipsA$28.00

Saltwater ParmaA$32.00

Salt + Pepper SquidA$30.00

Seafood ChowderA$37.00

MeatballsA$27.00

Wood-Fired Pizza

MargheritaA$20.00

GarlicA$22.00

PrawnA$29.00

SalamiA$27.00

Mushroom + TruffleA$27.00

IslanderA$25.00

MediterraneanA$28.00

Kids

Kids Fish + ChipsA$16.00

Kids MargheritaA$16.00

Kids PastaA$16.00

Dessert

Dolce PizzaA$22.00

AffagatoA$18.00

Kids Ice CreamA$7.00

Sides

Garden SaladA$10.00

ChipsA$10.00

Tap Beer

Saltwater, Lager (4.0%)

Saltwater IPA (6.2%)

Saltwater, Pilsner (4.5%)

Saltwater, Pacific Ale (4.5%)

Saltwater, Pale Ale (3.5%)

Two Bays Gluten Free Pale Ale (4.5%)

Matsos Ginger Beer (3.4%)

Saltwater Cider (4.5%)

White Wine

Saltwater, Sauv Blanc

Saltwater, Pinot Grigio

Saltwater, Chardonnay

Saltwater, Moscato

Purple Hen Sauv Blanc

Foxey's Hangout Pinot Gris

Montevecchio Moscato

Bubbles

Saltwater, Sparkling Brut

Saltwater, Prosecco

Rose

Saltwater, Rosé

Lightfoot & Sons Rosé

Red Wine

Saltwater, Pinot Noir

Saltwater, Shiraz

Purple Hen Pinot Noir

Purple Hen Shiraz

Foxey's Hangout Pinot Noir

Dirt 3 'Estate' Pinot Noir

Polperro 'Estate' Pinot Noir

Hot Drinks

Dukes Coffee Roasters

Chai Latte: Loose Leaf