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The Boatbuilders Yard - The Boatbuilders Yard, South Wharf, AU-VIC

The Boatbuilders Yard

4.3 (346)
$40 and under
International
23 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf, AU-VIC 3006

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
  • Great for scenic views
Nestled beside MCEC and the Polly Woodside sailing ship is an unexpected highlight of the Melbourne drinking and dining scene. Take a walk around this expansive waterfront venue and you’ll be delighted to find multiple zones for chilling out including a Bocce sand pit and custom-built Corona garden. Spend the day here on a deck chair with your favourite holiday read, or make it a fun date night by the water. Either way, it’s the perfect place to kick back with a cocktail and soak in the holiday vibes. Chinese menus are also available upon request.

All guests will need to register their details on arrival and adhere to current COVID safe guidelines. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in refusal of entry or service.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    International
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    The Boatbuilders Yard is one of Melbourne’s truly unique function venues, located close to the CBD in South Wharf, Melbourne’s vibrant hospitality and convention precinct. We can accommodate groups of 20 up to 800, please contact for more info.
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 346 people are saying

The Boatbuilders Yard reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

346 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Victoria2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and tasty food

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  2. CourtneyV

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Inside is perfect for a cute date, outside is perfect for a meal with friends or family. All the food is incredible. Our only negative was only 2 mock tails on the menu and they were pretty average. Add some fancy mock tails/non alcoholic versions and it would be perfect

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  3. RyanG

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good atmosphere, good DJ not too loud for a social catch up.

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  4. pmpe

    Melbourne12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The perfect place to debrief with a group after events at the Convention Centre. The selection of drinks and snacks works well to suit most preferences and staff are flexible and friendly.

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  5. NatalieL

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We attending the venue with a large group for my husbands birthday. We all had our children and this was no problem. The staff were very accommodating to the children bringing them toys and letting them play on the stage. We ordered using the QR code which is so convenient. You just have to be very mindful of the water as it has open fences. Otherwise we will definitely be attending again.

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  6. BethE

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 26, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, great view of the Yarra River. We had a party of 12 and one person's order was forgotten. Otherwise good service. I'll definitely go back.

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  7. Romeo

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice food, good vibe. For some reason not all the available drinks at the bar come up in the Menu App, a walk to the bar its always interesting but can be a thing when the place is busy. Other than that will certainly keep going back.

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  8. NarelleO

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, the food was fantastic. Lovely views. Great location! Couldn't ask for more with a big group

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  9. GerardG

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, service, and food. We'll definitely go there again.

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  10. HayleyS

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The 90s Brunch was excellent- generous drinks and excellent food. Friendly prompt service.. 10/10

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FAQs

The Boatbuilders Yard is rated 4.3 stars by 346 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. Australia
  3. Melbourne
  4. City Centre
  5. Melbourne CBD

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23 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf, AU-VIC 3006

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    The Boatbuilders Yard is one of Melbourne’s truly unique function venues, located close to the CBD in South Wharf, Melbourne’s vibrant hospitality and convention precinct. We can accommodate groups of 20 up to 800, please contact for more info.
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