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 (1684)

$41 to $100

Seafood

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

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2 people

Jul 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
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
Satvir Powar
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.
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (03) 9686 9766

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, Bar/Lounge, 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

Father´s Day at Waterfront
Sep 7, 2025 only
Indulge in our exclusive Father's Day Specials, crafted with love and care to honor of the King of the house!
Waterfront Signature Lunch Menu
A$54.00 per person
May 24, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
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.
Harbour Set Menu $135pp ($20 deposit)
A$20.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Enjoy fresh, seasonal seafood and grilled favorites in a relaxed setting. Our menu features simple yet flavorful dishes, including freshly caught fish, succulent prawns, and expertly chargrilled meats, perfect for a laid-back meal by the water.

Private dining

Offers

Friday: Waterfront Signature Snapper Pie
Jun 2, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Available Friday nights for $49, including a glass of Chardonnay. Celebrate the end of the week with our beloved Waterfront Signature Snapper Pie, served with creamy paris mash and a sweet, smoky charred tomato. Golden, comforting, and full of flavour, this iconic dish brings together refined coastal ingredients with classic European warmth. The perfect way to ease into the weekend. Offer not available on public holidays.
Monday: Half WA Lobster saffron rice
Jun 18, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
Mon - Thu - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
$69 Winter Lobster Night! Warm up your Monday with a touch of indulgence. Half Western Australian lobster, served with golden saffron rice — a rich, comforting winter favourite. Limited availability — bookings recommended. Offer not available on public holidays.
Wednesday: Lobster Linguine
Jun 2, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
Mon - Thu - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Served exclusively on Wednesday nights at Waterfront Southgate, enjoy the flavours of the sea with our signature Waterfront Lobster Linguine — just $49, including a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. Prepared in a rich lobster bisque and tossed with mussels, clams, cherry tomatoes, chilli, garlic, and fresh parsley, this dish is a true celebration of Mediterranean seafood. Offer not available on public holidays.

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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
Pacific Kilpatrick (min 6)A$7.00
BLACKMANS BAY Tasmania, bacon, worcestershire, tabasco
Pacific Mornay (min 6)A$7.00
béchamel, cheese

Seafood Platters

Sooyoung's Chilled PlatterA$269.00
King prawns, Moreton Bay bugs, mussels, Shark Bay scallops, shucked oysters, sashimi & Japanese pickles
Waterfront's Classic Deluxe PlatterA$294.00
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
Moreton Bay Bugs
garlic butter & baby brocollini

Live Tank

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

Cold Entree

Wagyu Beef TartareA$39.00
Japonaise, Egg yolk (GF)
Classic Prawns CocktailA$34.00
American cocktail sauce (GF)
BurrataA$29.00
cherry tomatoes, Sicilian green olives, croutons, basil, balsamic caviar
Classic CaesarA$29.00
baby cos lettuce, white anchovies, crispy bacon, egg, croutons, grated parmigiana reggiano cheese

Hot Entree

Boston Style Classic Clam ChowderA$27.00
spring onion (GF)
Prawn & Scallop ChowderA$34.00
(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
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
Portarlington Mussels MariniereA$32.00
white wine, cream garlic, parsley
Portarlington Mussels Sicilian Style TomatoA$32.00
tomato, chilli & garlic

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$49.00
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$29.00
hummus, chic peas, kale, feta, pomegranate molasses
Whole western Australian LobsterA$159.00
oven roasted on saffron rice & rouille (GF)
Vegan GnocchiA$32.00
roasted cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, basil

Today's Fish Menu / WHOLE FISH SELECTION

Whole King George Whiting,A$54.00
baked in pastry, stuffed with mushrooms, caviar beurre blanc
Bass Strait 700gm 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)

Today's Fish Menu / FISH FILLET SELECTION

Tasmanian South Coast Blue Eye Fillet
spiced chickpeas, pipes, tomatoes, caper salsa
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 Hapuka Fillet
Mooloolaba prawns, lobster bisque & roasted potatoes
Side of Grilled Bass Strait Baby SnapperA$45.00
beurre blanc, fennel, orange salad & Yarra Valley salmon roe
Tasmanian South Coast Grilled Blue Eye FilletA$54.00
XO butter, green beans
Miso Glazed 'Glacier 51' Tooth FishA$69.00
Asian green

Wood Grill

Meat Selections

300g Potoro MBS4+ PorterhouseA$59.00
150 days grain fed
250g Black Angus MSA Eye FilletA$79.00
gourmet, grain fed, Southern Ranges
300g Gippsland Black Angus Scotch FilletA$64.00
150 days grain fed
400g Black Angus Rib EyeA$79.00
full bone, grain fed, Certified Australian Black Angus
300g Wagyu Striploin +MBS 6-7 (Porterhouse)A$89.00
Westholme, Queensland | Certified Wagyu
250g Wagyu Scotch Fillet +MBS 8-9A$99.00
Westholme, Queensland | Certified Wagyu
1.5kg TomahawkA$229.00
Black Angus/NSW, grain fed 200 days
Riverina Premium Rack of LambA$49.00
wood chargrilled, rosemary garlic potatoes, salsa verde
Steak Sauces A$4.00
cognac & green peppercorn | wild mushroom & whole grain mustard | red wine jus

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$18.00
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)
Rocket SaladA$16.00
roasted beetroots, walnuts & shaved parmesan GF
Waterfront ala Greco SaladA$16.00
fetta cheese, olives, cherry tomatoes & cucumber

Dessert

Waterfront's Sticky Date PuddingA$19.00
salted caramel sauce, vanila ice cream
Strawberry PavlovaA$19.00
Mascarpone Mousse, White Chocolate, Strawberry Puree
Belgiam Chocolate FondantA$20.00
Vanilla Ice cream, raspberry coulis
Assiette of CheeseA$29.00
Lavosh bread, quince paste, dried fruit & nuts
Ferrero RocherA$20.00
Flourless choc sponge, hazelnut mousse, liquid Frangelico centre
Bombe Alaska A$30.00
gay time ice cream, served for 2 people
Millie FeuilleA$19.00
White chocolate, pistachio, raspberry
AffogatoA$10.50
Espresso, vanilla ice cream
Dessert wineA$17.75
Bethany Late Harvest Riesling (Barossa Valley, SA)

What 1,684 people are saying

Waterfront Southgate 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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

City Centre
Great for outdoor dining
City Centre
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Waterfront Southgate boasts "great food and service" with a "beautiful view" of the city, making it an ideal spot for special occasions. "Outstanding" waitstaff enhance the dining experience, and the seafood is often praised as "the best in Melbourne." While the ambience and location frequently impress, transparency on fees and occasional service inconsistencies are noted.

1,684 Reviews

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Lozzie
New South Wales2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic lunch! Our waiter Gray was absolutely wonderful. Very attentive and helpful. Food was sublime. The tartare was a bit disappointing. It was very chewy. All over we had a lovely day thx
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Colin
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’re regular customers at Waterfront and always enjoy a fantastic meal in a beautiful setting. The ambience is always welcoming, the service consistently excellent, and the food—such a wide variety of beautifully prepared dishes—is simply outstanding. Every visit is a pleasure.
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Simon
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent and food was amazing, we had an amazing time and wouldn't hesitate to return.
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Trevor
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great place to eat great food great menu drinks staff etc
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Paul
Victoria2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place and great service!! A seafood treat!!!
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Rosie
London20 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service with a beautiful view of the city, everything we had was really tasty.
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Kate
Sydney2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The most beautiful restaurant! In fact, I’d go so far to say one of my favourite all-time ones! The food, cocktails, ambience and service were second to none. Gray was our wonderful waiter and was so attentive. What a lovely young man and so good at his job. No doubt, an huge asset to the restaurant. Titziano was also worthy of a mention. A really nice Italian waiter who was so passionate in sharing information on Italy, our dream destination. The lovely owner made his presence felt in a lovely, caring. appreciative-to-patrons way. Thank you Waterfront! I would return regularly if only we didn’t live in Sydney ! Kate and Heidi xx
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Jack
Victoria1 review
3.0
Dined on July 13, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The waitress was friendly and provided outstanding service, which I really appreciated. The food was just okay. What really bothered me was the unexpected card surcharge. There was no prior warning, and I was charged the moment I tapped the card machine. Transparency on extra fees would have made the experience better.
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Makan
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It is a great placement exceptional views , Great experience, service is spectacular
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Vlady
Victoria1 review
3.0
Dined on July 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just don't get the platters!! We were going to order the Garlic Moreton Bay Bugs and Garlic King Prawns but the waitress suggested that the $300 seafood platter was a better choice, we agreed as it was my son's bday... Seafood platter was rubbish, most was cold although it was supposed to be hot, bugs were cold and taste less,, prawns were cold... Everything else was fine but that certainly ruined the experience.... :/
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FAQs

Waterfront Southgate is rated 4.5 stars by 1684 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 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 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
Casual Elegant
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
Satvir Powar
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, 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.
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (03) 9686 9766

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Waterfront Southgate

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Additional information

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Father´s Day at Waterfront

Waterfront Signature Lunch Menu

Harbour Set Menu $135pp ($20 deposit)

Coral Room

Waterfront Terrace

Custom inquiry

Friday: Waterfront Signature Snapper Pie

Monday: Half WA Lobster saffron rice

Wednesday: Lobster Linguine

Raw Bar

Waterfront Market SashimiA$33.00

Snow RollA$32.00

Hiramasa King Fish CarpaccioA$31.00

Black Angus Beef TatakiA$32.00

Atlantic Salmon TartareA$33.00

Sampler PlateA$109.00

Oyster Bar 1/2 doz/1 doz

Pacific A$6.00

Sydney Rock A$7.00

Pacific Kilpatrick (min 6)A$7.00

Pacific Mornay (min 6)A$7.00

Seafood Platters

Sooyoung's Chilled PlatterA$269.00

Waterfront's Classic Deluxe PlatterA$294.00

Shellfish

Mooloolaba King Prawns

Moreton Bay Bugs

Live Tank

Southern Australia Rock Lobster

Cold Entree

Wagyu Beef TartareA$39.00

Classic Prawns CocktailA$34.00

BurrataA$29.00

Classic CaesarA$29.00

Hot Entree

Boston Style Classic Clam ChowderA$27.00

Prawn & Scallop ChowderA$34.00

Crispy Skin Ottaway Pork BellyA$32.00

Waterfront Garlic or Chilli Lakes Entrance Prawns

Port Lincoln Spiced Calamari

Pumpkin Ravioli with Mooloolaba Prawns

Canadian Scallop SkordaliaA$33.00

Portarlington Mussels MariniereA$32.00

Portarlington Mussels Sicilian Style TomatoA$32.00

Mains

Waterfront's Crispy Battered Fish FilletA$39.00

Waterfront Classic Seafood LinguineA$49.00

Atlantic Salmon & Leek WellingtonA$49.00

Moreton Bay Bug RisottoA$54.00

Line Caught Snapper & Leek PieA$54.00

Western Australia Crispy Whole Snapper Red CurryA$54.00

Chargrilled Bannockburn Free Range ChickenA$44.00

Roasted CauliflowerA$29.00

Whole western Australian LobsterA$159.00

Vegan GnocchiA$32.00

Today's Fish Menu / WHOLE FISH SELECTION

Whole King George Whiting,A$54.00

Bass Strait 700gm Whole Baby SnapperA$69.00

Queensland, Daintree Farm 600gm Whole Steamed BarramundiA$55.00

Char-grilled Butterflied Whole Rock FlatheadA$52.00

Today's Fish Menu / FISH FILLET SELECTION

Tasmanian South Coast Blue Eye Fillet

Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon FilletA$49.00

Queensland, Daintree Farm Grilled Salt Water Barramundi FilletA$49.00

South Australian Hapuka Fillet

Side of Grilled Bass Strait Baby SnapperA$45.00

Tasmanian South Coast Grilled Blue Eye FilletA$54.00

Miso Glazed 'Glacier 51' Tooth FishA$69.00

Wood Grill

300g Potoro MBS4+ PorterhouseA$59.00

250g Black Angus MSA Eye FilletA$79.00

300g Gippsland Black Angus Scotch FilletA$64.00

400g Black Angus Rib EyeA$79.00

300g Wagyu Striploin +MBS 6-7 (Porterhouse)A$89.00

250g Wagyu Scotch Fillet +MBS 8-9A$99.00