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Cerberus Beach House

Boatshed 212, Half Moon Bay | Black Rock, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
03 9533 4028
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Ranked #6 of 2,901 restaurants in Melbourne
Price range: $40 - $80
Cuisines: Seafood, Australian, Fish & Chips
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Good for: Special Occasion Dining, View
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
Description: With impressive modern Australian dishes and a spectacular location on Half Moon Bay, near Black Rock, Cerberus Beach House turns the simple pleasure of fish and chips on the beach into something truly special. Good old-fashioned ‘real’ fish and chips are served in the downstairs kiosk while upstairs, patrons can enjoy a smarter, yet still relaxed, dining experience amidst cool blues and whites, warm timber tables and chairs, and breathtaking views of the bay. Built on the finest seasonal ingredients sourced locally wherever possible, Cerberus’ menu is a tantalising mix of modern Australian options and fresh seafood worthy of the magnificent setting.
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Melbourne, Australia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Had lunch here today and had truly the best scallops I have ever tasted. Having just returned from 5 days in Tasmania and eating some great seafood but honestly this dish left the Tassie scallops for dead. My dish was a small plate and when it arrived there were three really plump scallops sitting atop the most divine pumpkin puree... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
15 June 2013

Thank you so much for your rave review! We're thrilled the scallops and the chef's special sorbet hit the mark. Please do spread the word, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. More

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

My wife and I went to Cerberus Beach House for her birthday on a calm but overcast winter's day. It was a very relaxing and rewarding experience. Beautiful seafood (plenty for those who prefer lamb or duck or something different), top drawer wines all at a reasonable price. Yes, we will be back ... and back .. and back. I... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
13 June 2013

Thank you for choosing our restaurant to celebrate your wife's birthday, and for such a positive review. We're delighted to have helped make her day special, and look forward to welcoming you again soon. More

Beijing, China
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42 reviews 42 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

What a location, one of the few true sea front restaurants in Melbourne with the food to match it. This is not Comme Chez Soi thou some of the courses would make it on to their menu. To give an excellent or very good rating is touch and go. This was my first visit so I gave a very good... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Thanks for the great feedback - we appreciate it and look forward to earning your excellent rating on your next visit! :-) More

Australia
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37 reviews 37 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

The restaurant is situated on the Beach Road, Black Rock in the grounds of the Yacht Club. Access is via either of two car parks - although one of them (the Melbourne end) is a bit of a walk with a ramp and steps. Weekend lunch-time parking was poor so we parked a couple of streets away thus saving the... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Hi - thanks for sharing your parking tips, very helpful for other new guests. We hope to welcome you back soon to try something from the mains menu, perhaps even the fish & chips, upstairs or downstairs. More

Melbourne, Australia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

Went there for lunch with friends. The waiter, possibly owner, was very friendly with possible locals. However with us was very pushy to order within minutes of arriving, and then proceeded to open mineral water throughout the meal without asking if we wanted it, all for which we were charged for. Could have something to do with us not ordering... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Thanks for the feedback - there definitely appears to have been some misunderstanding because we naturally welcome everyone equally as warmly (locals, regulars and first-timers) and guests are of course not expected to order wine. We are pleased you found the food to be excellent however, and hope it entices you back. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 via mobile

I love to try trip advisors recommendations on top restaurants and have found myself revisiting cerberus as a couple of others didn't suffice! Wow, once again outstanding food! Without realising they had just started their winter menu we came and were blown away by the choice and standard of all dishes we had( and seen on other tables). I have... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
18 May 2013

What an endorsement! Baz, Lachie and kitchen crew will be delighted (but they're definitely NOT available!) Thank you for your feedback, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. More

Melbourne, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

My husband and I headed to Cerberus to sample the new winter menu. We adored the summer menu and were not let down by the new addition. The dishes were full of flavor, beautifully presented and reasonably priced. The staff were attentive, polite and surprisingly knowledgable about the dishes considering this was the first weekend the new menu was on... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you so much for the fabulous feedback on the new winter menu, and our fantastic staff! More

Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

We visited with two old friends on a perfect Summers day for lunch. Greeted by extremely courteous staff and Maitre'd. As we had not booked, luckily we were seated near the open window.Smallish table but adequate for lunch with a glass of wine and water on the side, not being too hungry, we spoke to the staff and accepted their... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thanks for your review and great advice regarding the car parking options! I hope we might welcome you again soon to sample the new winter menu. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We ventured down to the Cerberus Beach House at Half Moon Bay for a casual Thursday night dinner. The restaurant is neatly tucked away and hidden away from the traffic and people on Beach Road. The first thing that stikes you is the magnificant view and bayside setting. This was followed by a very warm and friendly welcome by not... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Really pleased you enjoyed your dinner William and that you'll be back to sample the new winter menu. Thanks for your great feedback - we look forward to welcoming you again soon. More

Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Perfect setting, perfect atmosphere, friendly and experienced staff, menus has something for everyone and is not overwhelming, meal sizes just right, interesting and reasonably priced wine list. Have lived in Melbourne for 12 years but didn't know about this Gem. Bit difficult to find the right beach car park entrance in the dark. Am looking forward to a day time... More

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CerberusBeachHouse, Public Relations Manager at Cerberus Beach House, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank YOU Marianne - we're so pleased you finally found us! The autumn sunsets are definitely worth being here for, as is a stormy winter sea, and we have live acoustic music from 6-9pm on Sunday which may be of interest. Thanks for such a 'perfect' review, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. More

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