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Waterfront

8 Whiteman Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3006, Australia
(03) 9686 9766
Ranked #669 of 2,437 restaurants in Melbourne
3.5 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Neighbourhood: Southbank
Most recent review
- 1 Jun 2012
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Melbourne, Australia
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012 NEW

We visisted The Waterfront last night and were talked into the Grilled Seaffod Platter by the waiter ($185 for the platter). All of the food on the platter was either overcooked, mushy or burnt. The chef needs some lessons on how to cook seafood properly! It was very disappointing and the worst seafood platter I have ever had. I would... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW

Truly spolied..wonderful attentive staff, freshest top shelf seafood but the best part..the wine, what a great selection and the bottle we chose with help from staff to complement our menu choice was to die for...I'll have another bottle of that one thanks!

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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

We chose this eatery after we were told by another eatery that they didn't have any room for us (even though we saw plenty of empty tables - think we didn't look the part). Anyway we stumbled upon the Waterfront. They arranged a table for us in 5 mins despite the establishment being full to the brim. The services was... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

The meal was as I would describe a Pub lunch. However in saying this you have to take in the pluses. It was a lunch and very good. The outlook was over the water and pleasant. I would recommend it on a warm day. not sure how it would go on a cold day.

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Melbourne
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32 reviews 32 reviews
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

I have been waiting for months for this restaurant to open. The construction seemed to take forever. Once it opened we waited a couple of months for things to settle (I never go to a brand new restaurant - let them sort out the flow of the place first). We booked for 6:30pm on a Saturday night for a table... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

We booked and got a table at the front over looking the Yarra - service was attentive and knowledgeable (the majority were on French-origin). Food was lovely and not too heavy - just what we were looking for. Also not expensive. Busker out the front played classical guitar and really made the night pleasurable. Will go here again - would... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

My husband and I were in Melbourne for the weekend, and decided to stop by Waterfront for an evening drink and some nibbles. Simple, right? The outdoor area was mostly empty, but we were told we had to sit in the direct sun (on a 35 degree day) as we weren't having dinner. Next, we were unapologetically told that our... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012
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Service was lousy, food was worse. Might have been an off night, but I dont plan on going back to find out.

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Melbourne
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

The fish pie is awesome. I have had this dish a few times and never fails to disappoint. Food is always yummy!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012

OMG! The Scotch Fillet with red wine Jus made my eyes roll back in my head! Outstanding food. Warm friendly staff. Fantastic service.

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