Back to Eat & Drink

The 7 Finest Waterfront Restaurants on The Central Coast

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Waterfront restaurants Central Coast

With over 40 beaches in the region, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to waterfront restaurants on the Central Coast. Here’s our top picks for long lunches with breathtaking sea views. Enjoy

Avoca Beach House

Located right on the beachfront, Avoca Beach House boasts to floor-to-ceiling windows for true panoramic views when dining. There’s a tight al fresco dining space on the rooftop bar, but this is prime reality that is usually booked out weeks ahead. Try the seafood platter with cocktails.

ADVERTISEMENT:

3/85 Avoca Dr, Avoca Beach

Drifters Wharf

The hottest opening of 2021 went to Drifters Wharf, which has perhaps some of the best waterviews on the Coast during sunset. Vibe? This restaurant and bar is brought to you by the same people as Jumbos and Shady Palms. Think beachy interiors, stone-baked pizzas and plenty of cocktails.

12A Dane Dr, Gosford

The Lucky Bee

Always a winner in our eyes, The Lucky Bee in Hardy’s Bay is brilliant at lunch when the sun hits the beautiful water here, or at sunset. Whichever you choose, you know you’re in for a brilliant Asian-inspired meal that is truly stand out.

60 Araluen Dr, Hardys Bay

The Boathouse Hotel Patonga

The perfect day trip awaits, with The Boathouse Hotel Patonga offering coastal chic interior, a seafood-inspired menu and brilliant views of the Patonga waterways. Our top tip? Lunch followed by a refreshing dip in the ocean is a dreamy Saturday.

6-8 Patonga Dr, Patonga

Pearls on the Beach

waterfront restuarants central coast — Pearls on the Beach is an icon.

One of the most iconic restaurants on the Central Coast, Pearls on the Beach offers uninterrupted views of the sparkling sea and beach. Let’s be real though, it’s popularity derives from an exquisite fine dining menu that is truly superior.

1 Tourmaline Ave, Pearl Beach

Terrigal Beach House

For a more casual affair but with an eye still on quality eats, refined cocktails and a lengthy wine list, it has to be Terrigal Beach House. Located just below Crowne Plaza, this is a family-friendly restaurant and bar with incredible views of Terrigal beach.

40 Terrigal Esp, Terrigal

The Beachie

This waterfront restaurant is one of the top picks on the Central Coast. The water views can be enjoyed from the restaurant, the outdoor bar area, or book into a poolside cabana for the ultimate swag afternoon.

ADVERTISEMENT: