Whalebone Wharf

Name: Whalebone Wharf
Address: 269 Hastings River Drive, Port Macquarie, AU-NSW, Australia, 2444
Telephone: (02) 6583 2334
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (3258)

$41 to $100

Seafood

269 Hastings River Drive, Port Macquarie, AU-NSW 2444

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 19, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Charming

THE WHALEBONE WHARF IS A NO FUSS, CASUAL AUSTRALIAN FISH EATERY

Our mission is to source the region’s best seafood and seasonal produce by partnering with like-minded suppliers.

Our commitment to locality and our selection of produce flows into everything we offer; from Hastings River Oysters to Urban Grain bread and pastries.

We aim to showcase these ingredients by preparing them carefully and serving them simply.

The Whalebone is a place for friends and family to enjoy local, honest food and wine in a relaxed atmosphere, with a world class view.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Seafood, Australian, Modern Australian
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:15 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(02) 6583 2334
Website
http://www.whalebonewharf.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Peter Ridland

Location
269 Hastings River Drive, Port Macquarie, AU-NSW 2444
Neighborhood
Port Macquarie
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Flash Fried Szechwan CalamariA$21.00
cabbage & sesame slaw, soy-miso aioli, fresh lemon
Gin & Beetroot Cured Hiramasa KingfishA$24.00
celeriac remoulade, pink grapefruit, dill, avruga caviar
Roasted King PrawnsA$28.00
nam jim dressing, coconut, chili, fine herb salad
Seafood ChowderA$24.00
mussel, squid, prawn, fish, bacon, chives
Master Stock Braised Pork BellyA$24.00
pickled carrot, pumpkin puree, apple-chili chutney
Mushroom TortelliniA$23.00
confit mushrooms, asparagus, pangritata

Mains

All mains include your choice of one side and sauce. Add King prawns to any main dish $12. Add Sicilian white anchovies any dish $4.50

Atlantic Salmon – Hideaway Bay (TAS)A$40.00
pan fried
Coral Coast Barramundi – Bowen (QLD)A$40.00
pan fried or steamed
Dusky Flathead – Wallis Lake (NSW)A$40.00
crumbed or beer battered
Market Fish – (Local)
see wait staff
- MP
300g Premium Riverine Scotch Fillet (NSW)A$52.00
char grilled
250g Lamb Rump – Cowra (NSW)A$48.00
pan roasted

Sauces

Garlic Aioli
Yoghurt Tartare
Roasted Garlic Butter
Smoked Chili Yoghurt
Sesame & Miso Aioli
Lemon Beurre Blanc
Soy Sesame Glaze
Thyme & Pinot Noir Jus

Sides

Chat Potato & Fennel SaladA$16.00
tarragon & sour cream dressing, green shallots
Roasted Carrot & Vadouvan CurryA$16.00
yoghurt, pickled onion, salted cashews
Beer Battered ChipsA$10.00
garlic & smoked paprika salt
Fried Brussels Sprouts & BaconA$16.00
spiced honey & mustard vinaigrette, peanut crumb
Roasted PumpkinA$16.00
pumpkin sour cream & sweet lemon dressing
Grilled BroccoliA$16.00
rocket & pistachio pesto, confit garlic aioli
Mixed Leaf SaladA$16.00
ricotta, pickled mustard, toasted seeds & blood orange

"Fruits de Mer" for Two

Accompanied with house condiments. (subject to availability/no changes)

"Fruits de Mer" for TwoA$185.00
Selection of seafood from the Whalebone menu, including: Rock oysters, cured salmon, crumbed sardines, mussels, ceviche, prawns, grilled fish, calamari, scallops

Live From the Tank

Eastern Rock Lobster – Port Macquarie (NSW)
natural w sauce of your choice & lemon; mornay, chives, lemon vinaigrette; roasted garlic butter & lemon
- MP

Kids

$18.50. Includes ice cream & activity pack

Chicken
Fish
Calamari with Chips

What 3,258 people are saying

Whalebone Wharf 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
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

New South Wales
Great for fine wines
Mid North Coast
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Whalebone Wharf offers "beautiful food" with "amazing seafood platter" and "fantastic views" of the river. Guests appreciate the "friendly and professional" staff and the "wonderful dining experience." While some mention pricing concerns, the restaurant consistently delivers "excellent service" and "delicious" dishes, making it a must-visit in Port Macquarie.

3,258 Reviews

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madeleine
New South Wales2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
New shorter menu after the floods. Meals always wonderful at Whalebone Wharf & didn't disappoint. Friend had Barramundi with vegs of mushrooms & leak. Whilst I had Jewfish with burnt cabbage, chosen because the cabbage is always to die for. Dessert of cream Broulee & shortbread & Coffee.
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Vic
New South Wales2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We always love going to Whalebone. The food is always great and the service is great.
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Marilyn
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on June 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As regulars, this was our first visit after the devastating flood that engulfed our beautiful area and this lovely restaurant. So glad to see that it has made a come back and is as excellent as ever. The mahi mahi was beautifully cooked and our chosen side dishes - confit mushrooms and artichoke and grilled broccolini and silverbeet - absolutely delicious! Once again, it was the friendly, helpful staff that makes this restaurant such a wonderful experience. (not to mention the decor and gorgeous river views) Welcome back Whalebone Wharf! ❤️
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Richard
New South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful food, great location, wait staff very helpful and professional and pleasant. Will be coming back again.
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Rebecca
Victoria2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We received a warm welcome when we entered with great service during our meal. Due to the floods there were a few things understandably unavailable but as the menu and wine list had many choices, this did not hinder us. I would recommend making a booking and helping one of our wonderful restaurants recover, you will not be disappointed.
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Caitlin
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time we’ve been here and just as fantastic as the first. Food was fantastic, service was great. We ordered the seafood platter for two and it was amazing. It does not leave you hungry at the end. Service was timely and overall we had a great time
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ROB
New South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Would be quite happy to recommend to all who enjoy a 1st class meal that is realisticly priced
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Andrew
New South Wales2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfect, entrees of prawns and ocean trout were beautiful, mains and sides were both generous and delicious. Kingfish special and barramundi both cooked to perfection. Unusual charred cabbage salad was ahit extra side too. Thick cut chips don’t disappoint. Kipflers were accompanied with speck and a terrific sauce. Service was really friendly but not over the top. We loved our dining experience at Whalebone .. thanks to all there.
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Pat
Canberra1 review
5.0
Dined on May 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent position on the water. Service excellent and the food devine.
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Caroline
New South Wales4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic venue for a special occasion or just to treat yourselves - we visited for mother’s day lunch and it didn’t disappoint- fabulous service, just at the right speed, amazing seafood platter - with a really, really good selection of high quality fish and seafood and amazing views to boot - couldn’t ask for better
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FAQs

Whalebone Wharf is rated 4.5 stars by 3258 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 19, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

269 Hastings River Drive, Port Macquarie, AU-NSW 2444

Additional information

Neighborhood
Port Macquarie
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:15 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Seafood, Australian, Modern Australian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Peter Ridland
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.whalebonewharf.com.au/
Phone number
(02) 6583 2334

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Whalebone Wharf

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About this restaurant

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Seafood Charcuterie

Seafood Charcuterie

Starters

Marinated Alto OlivesA$11.00

Mussel EscabecheA$14.00

UGB SourdoughA$3.80

House DipsA$22.00

Seasonal Cheese Board

Oysters

Rock Oysters

Natural, Mignonette DressingA$4.80

Wakame, Chili & Sesame Salad, Pickled GingerA$5.00

Bacon, Spiced Tomato "Kilpatrick"A$5.00

White Sauce, Parmesan "Mornay"A$5.00

Entrée

Flash Fried Szechwan CalamariA$21.00

Gin & Beetroot Cured Hiramasa KingfishA$24.00

Roasted King PrawnsA$28.00

Seafood ChowderA$24.00

Master Stock Braised Pork BellyA$24.00

Mushroom TortelliniA$23.00

Mains

Atlantic Salmon – Hideaway Bay (TAS)A$40.00

Coral Coast Barramundi – Bowen (QLD)A$40.00

Dusky Flathead – Wallis Lake (NSW)A$40.00

Market Fish – (Local)

300g Premium Riverine Scotch Fillet (NSW)A$52.00

250g Lamb Rump – Cowra (NSW)A$48.00

Sauces

Garlic Aioli

Yoghurt Tartare

Roasted Garlic Butter

Smoked Chili Yoghurt

Sesame & Miso Aioli

Lemon Beurre Blanc

Soy Sesame Glaze

Thyme & Pinot Noir Jus

Sides

Chat Potato & Fennel SaladA$16.00

Roasted Carrot & Vadouvan CurryA$16.00

Beer Battered ChipsA$10.00

Fried Brussels Sprouts & BaconA$16.00

Roasted PumpkinA$16.00

Grilled BroccoliA$16.00

Mixed Leaf SaladA$16.00

"Fruits de Mer" for Two

"Fruits de Mer" for TwoA$185.00

Live From the Tank

Eastern Rock Lobster – Port Macquarie (NSW)

Kids

Chicken

Fish

Calamari with Chips

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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