Waterfront Southgate

Name: Waterfront Southgate
Address: 3 Southgate Avenue Shop 20, Southbank, AU-VIC, Australia, 3006
Telephone: (03) 9686 9766
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1553 Reviews

$41 to $100

Seafood

Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views

Melbourne’s most iconic seafood bar and grill.

A true Melbourne experience with expansive views of the Yarra river and mesmerizing city lights.

Take in the stunning Melbourne sky line whilst enjoying our finest seafood and oysters expertly sourced directly from some of Australia’s best producers.

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.

With over 100 years in hospitality, the Zampelis family welcomes you to enjoy a unique dining experience.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Oyster Bar
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9686 9766
Website
https://waterfrontsouthgate.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Georgia K.
Catering
a sit down Dinner with 3 courses style
Private party facilities
Private Function area available for large group over 40 - 50 people. Outdoor area can be booked for private function over 100 people.

Location
3 Southgate Avenue, Shop 20, Southbank, AU-VIC 3006
Neighborhood
Southbank
Cross street
Southgate Promenade, on ground level facing the Yarra River
Parking details
Secure Parking at Southgate Complex, Secure Parking at the Art Centre Car Park
Public transit
St Kilda Rd Trams, Flinders Street Station, Taxi rank at Eureka Tower
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Waterfront Southgate Signature Lunch Menu
A$54.00 per person
Aug 15 - Nov 30, 2024
Signature Lunch Menu is now available! We serve it from open till 4PM every Monday - Friday. We are offering 2 course $54 | 3 course $69.

Waterfront Market SashimiA$33.00
tuna, salmon, kingfish & prawn
Snow RollA$32.00
prawns, lobster mousse, crispy wonton
Hiramasa King Fish CarpaccioA$31.00
jalapeno, fried shallot, sriracha, white soy, yuzu puree
Black Angus Beef TatakiA$32.00
mushroom butter, shiso ponzu, micro salad
Atlantic Salmon TartareA$33.00
bonito salmon roe, tobiko, yuzu miso, mascarpone cream, horseradish, avocado puree
Sampler PlateA$109.00
kingfish carpaccio, beef tataki, snow roll, shucked oysters, cocktail prawns

Oyster Bar 1/2 doz/1 doz

Pacific A$6.00
BLACKMANS BAY Tasmania
Sydney Rock A$7.00
MERIMBULA New South Wales
Doz Kilpatrick (min 6)A$7.00
BLACKMANS BAY Tasmania, bacon, worcestershire, tabasco
Doz Mornay (min 6)A$7.00
béchamel, cheese

Seafood Platters

Sooyoung's Chilled PlatterA$245.00
King prawns, Moreton Bay bugs, mussels, Shark Bay scallops, shucked oysters, sashimi & Japanese pickles
Waterfront's Classic Deluxe PlatterA$295.00
Australian King prawns, Moreton Bay bugs, crispy fried fish, mussels, spiced calamari, kilpatrick, chef's selection of sauces

Shellfish

Grilled Steamed

Mooloolaba King Prawns
garlic butter/ lemon chilli butter & jasmine rice

Live Tank

Southern Australia Rock Lobster
• Char-grilled, lemon garlic butter • Chilled • Sashimi • Mornay

Cold Entree

Mayura Wagyu MB9+A$32.00
Beef Bresaola, rocket, parmesan (GF)
Buffalo MozzarellaA$34.00
grilled William pears, hazelnuts, vincotto, EVOO
Wagyu Beef TartareA$39.00
Japonaise, Egg yolk (GF)
Classic Prawns CocktailA$34.00
American cocktail sauce (GF)
Salad of Ortiz AnchoviesA$38.00
tomato, potatoes & grilled croutons

Hot Entree

Boston Style Classic Clam ChowderA$29.00
spring onion (GF)
Prawn & Scallop ChowderA$36.00
(GF)
Crispy Skin Ottaway Pork BellyA$32.00
chilli caramel & kohlrabi (DF)
Waterfront Garlic or Chilli Lakes Entrance Prawns
jasmine rice
Port Lincoln Spiced Calamari
kohlrabi salad, chilli mayo
Whole Grilled Split Marinated Spencer Gulf King PrawnsA$32.00
(GF) (DF)
XL Shark Bay Scallop SkordaliaA$32.00
Greek garlic potato mash, watercress & lemon dressing (GF)
Pumpkin Ravioli with Mooloolaba Prawns
brunt butter, pine nuts & raisins
Canadian Scallop SkordaliaA$33.00
Greek garlic potato mash, watercress & lemon dressing GF / CONTAINS EGG
Potato RostiA$39.00
with créme fraiche, 30g Yarra Valley first harvest salmon roe

Mains

Waterfront's Crispy Battered Fish FilletA$39.00
french fries, house tartare, 3 leaf salad
Waterfront Classic Seafood LinguineA$49.00
mussels, clams, prawns, calamari, fish, cherry tomatoes, chilli, garlic, parsley, mascarpone
Atlantic Salmon & Leek WellingtonA$51.00
caviar beurre blanc, carrot & ginger puree, herbs
Moreton Bay Bug RisottoA$54.00
chorizo, peas, tomatoes & basil (GF)
Line Caught Snapper & Leek PieA$54.00
white wine, truffle, paris mash, char-grilled tomato
Western Australia Crispy Whole Snapper Red CurryA$54.00
jasmine rice, cauliflower, coriander, crispy shallot (DF)
Chargrilled Bannockburn Free Range ChickenA$44.00
caramelized leeks, walnuts, thyme & asparagus (GF)
Roasted CauliflowerA$34.00
hummus, chic peas, kale, feta, pomegranate molasses
½ Live Southern Rock Lobster
oven roasted on saffron rice & rouille (GF)

Today's Fish Menu

Whole King George Whiting,A$54.00
baked in pastry, stuffed with mushrooms, caviar beurre blanc
Bass Strait 600gm Whole Baby SnapperA$69.00
baked, garnished with Asian style dressing
Queensland, Daintree Farm 600gm Whole Steamed BarramundiA$55.00
south east Asian master broth
Char-grilled Butterflied Whole Rock FlatheadA$52.00
lemon, extra virgin olive oil, oregano (GF)
Tasmanian South Coast Blue Eye FilletA$51.00
pan seared served with mussel & clam chowder (GF)
Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon FilletA$49.00
pea puree, grilled asparagus , seared scallop
Queensland, Daintree Farm Grilled Salt Water Barramundi FilletA$49.00
artichoke gnocchi & sage
South Australian Harpuka FilletA$51.00
Mooloolaba prawns, lobster bisque & roasted potatoes (GF)

Wood Grill

Meat Selections

300g 1000 Guineas/ Shorthorn MB+2 PorterhouseA$62.00
150 days grass fed
250g Black Angus MSA Eye FilletA$79.00
gourmet, grain fed, Southern Ranges
300g Gippsland Black Angus Scotch FilletA$69.00
150 days grain fed
400g Black Angus Rib EyeA$84.00
full bone, grain fed, Certified Australian Black Angus
250g Wagyu Striploin +MBS 4-5 (Porterhouse)A$110.00
Jacks Creek, Certified Wagyu | served with potato gratin, caramelized leek & walnuts purée
1.5kg TomahawkA$229.00
Black Angus/NSW, grain fed 200 days
Steak SaucesA$4.00
cognac & green peppercorn | wild mushroom & whole grain mustard | red wine jus
Riverina Premium Lamb Loin ChopA$49.00
wood chargrilled, rosemary garlic potatoes salsa verde

Side & Salad

Roasted Pumpkin & Sweet PotatoA$16.00
yogurt sauce, roasted pepitas (GF)
Green BeansA$18.00
pistachio pesto
Honey Glazed Baby CarrotsA$16.00
hazelnuts (GF) (DF)
Potato GratinA$22.00
cabbage & parmesan (GF)
Paris MashA$16.00
(GF)
Cos, Butter Lettuce & Radicchio SaladA$16.00
with burnt honey vinaigrette (GF) (DF)
Iceberg Wedge SaladA$16.00
blue cheese, bacon & cherry (GF)
French FriesA$16.00
aioli (DF)
Iceberg Wedge SaladA$16.00
blue cheese, bacon & cherry GF
Rocket SaladA$18.00
roasted beetroots, walnuts & shaved parmesan GF

Dessert

Waterfront's Sticky Date PuddingA$19.00
salted caramel sauce, vanila ice cream
Belgiam Chocolate FondantA$20.00
Vanilla Ice cream, raspberry coulis
Strawberry PavlovaA$19.00
Mascarpone Mousse, White Chocolate, Strawberry Puree
Bombe Alaska A$30.00
gay time ice cream, served for 2 people
Chef's Cheese PlateA$29.00
Selection of blue, brie & hard cheese,

What 1,553 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Melbourne
Great for outdoor dining
City Centre
Hot spot
City Centre
Great for outdoor dining
City Centre
Great for scenic views

1,553 Reviews

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Jenny
Melbourne
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed a really lovely Dinner at Waterfront. Yummy Food and Wine and Excellent Service. Seafood is their Specialty, and they do it well. 😋
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Alvin
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly staff Amazing place Great food Choose here~~
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Karen
Melbourne
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A bit on the pricey side but service good. Food was fine but not aligned to the cost
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Daryn
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service was outstanding. We sat inside by the open window so were still connected with the outdoors. Had beautiful city and river night views. Entrees and mains did not disappoint and we even snuck in a dessert. Wait staff were attentive without being over bearing. Overall we loved our experience at Waterfront.
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David
Manchester
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always the ambience, service and food were excellent, add to that the great value for money a must visit venue.
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Victoria
Newcastle
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Good food for my son but my fish was overcooked, table dusty. Nice service.
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Paul
Melbourne
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was faultless. However, at those prices (& I don't mind what things cost, as long as value is received) I think that the service was equal to an everyday cafe/restaurant. Our waitress was pleasant enough, but as I say about price, if an establishment is going to charge such high prices (& the prices at Waterfront are astronomical) the service needs to improve a great deal at Waterfront. Not just our waitress, I was watching the entire group. No energy, no connection with their patrons and taking plates away even before we were finished was unforgivable. Some just didn't want to be there. A long way from being anywhere near Meat & Wine Co.
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Gerry
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went back as I loved the Red Currie Snapper a few years ago. Just as good as I remember.
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keith
Richmond
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Outstanding steak and seafood. Our waitress, Maddy, was excellent, very attentive. We had the Black Angus fillet and the Moreton Bay Bugs. DELICIOUS !! We would dine there again when in Melbourne.
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Andrew
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed our dinning experience and I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a nice mea out! We both had the lobster and split a steak both were delicious. Service was excellent as well. The next time I am In Melbourne I will be back!
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FAQs

Waterfront Southgate is rated 4.5 stars by 1553 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

3 Southgate Avenue, Shop 20, Southbank, AU-VIC 3006

Additional information

Cross street
Southgate Promenade, on ground level facing the Yarra River
Neighborhood
Southbank
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Oyster Bar
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Secure Parking at Southgate Complex, Secure Parking at the Art Centre Car Park
Public transit
St Kilda Rd Trams, Flinders Street Station, Taxi rank at Eureka Tower
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Georgia K.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://waterfrontsouthgate.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9686 9766
Catering
a sit down Dinner with 3 courses style
Private party facilities
Private Function area available for large group over 40 - 50 people. Outdoor area can be booked for private function over 100 people.

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Waterfront Southgate

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50 Melbourne Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day