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Bar, Australian, Dining bars
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Amazing seafood, tasty fresh beer, views of the harbor and live music. One of the best venues I have been to in a long time.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 September 2023

Thank you to the Garden Bar Bistro team for supporting our 60th Birthday celebrations. Great service by friendly staff, and the most perfect location.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Mandy Coles, Owner at The Garden Bar Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 11 September 2023

Thank you so much! We loved hosting your event, so pleased you loved your celebration!

Reviewed 27 August 2023

Walking past and looked good, so we got a table for lunch. No booking, no problem. Great location, staff were friendly and the food was excellent. My only suggestion would be to have a Reserve wine list or more options. Would happily pay for some...high quality French bubbles by the glass, while sitting there overlooking the Marina.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Mandy Coles, Owner at The Garden Bar Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 11 September 2023

Thank you so much, and also great suggestion which we will take on board. Thanks again

Reviewed 25 August 2023 via mobile

Great view and so close to boat. Food filled the spot with good selection of food & great cocktails shared with friends. C

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 25 August 2023

Fantastic location and Staff were great. We were looking forward to a nice steak but unfortunately it was really tough -not like you would want expect for a porterhouse medium to rare. Very disappointing.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 11 June 2023

We spotted this restaurant while out on a walk, it looked nice and we liked the look of the menu so we booked, or tried to book for later that evening. we were told to come and sit at the bar and they should have...something but couldn’t guarantee. Undeterred we were walking back to the restaurant later that evening when we received a call from them asking where we were, I told them we were nearly at the door so I expected them to acknowledge us when we walked in, however the guy asked if we had a booking (same guy from earlier), I explained someone had just called us to see where we were and he said he was unsure of the Availability! Finally in and seated, no table service, we ordered at the bar, the drinks came in a timely fashion but the meals come out at different times, they completely missed my friends meal altogether so most if us had eaten before she had hers. The portion sizes are small and the meals are not cheap. I wouldn’t rush back.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 6 May 2023 via mobile

Fantastic location, food is great Decor amazing away from the hustle of Arlie Beach only one complaint Who was the moron that thought those cushions seats were a good idea….please save this venue and replace those Damm cushion seats

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 26 April 2023 via mobile

Great all over experience. Ordered the calamari, the fish tacos and chicken curry and I honestly can’t fault any. Cocktails were great. View is one of the best we found. Bit pricey, but seems the normal for any waterfront restaurant in airlie. Beautiful set up...and friendly staff. Was a full house and surprisingly, the wait for food pr drinks wasn’t long at all. Would definitely recommend and return again.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Mandy Coles, Owner at The Garden Bar Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 1 May 2023

Thank you so much Tahlia, love that you loved your Garden Bar experience! Thank you for the excellent recommendation, much appreciated

Reviewed 27 March 2023 via mobile

We came here for a function, the staff were lovely! I had the same lady serve me a few times and she was so genuine and sweet! I’m sorry I should’ve asked your name! Cocktails were delicious and the platters that came out were delicious!...Thank you!More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Mandy Coles, Owner at The Garden Bar Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 1 May 2023

Thank you Lauren! We love our staff here at The Garden Bar, Ill be sure to let them all know of your feedback, thank you for taking the time to review us

Reviewed 24 February 2023 via mobile

AMAZING!!! Wow wow wow! Had the most amazing dinner, the dogs were welcomed with a icy cold bowl of water and a bed! Cocktails were spot on and dinner was delicious! Chicken curry, fish tacos & chicken wings! Lemon meringue cocktails are where it’s at!...👌🏼👌🏼 Waitresses were lovely and attentive. 100% will be back!More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Mandy Coles, Owner at The Garden Bar Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 1 May 2023

100% love your review!! Thank you NorthStar!! So so happy you and your pooches loved The Garden Bar!

Reviewed 12 January 2023 via mobile

Great place for G & T with a view. - on a super warm day. Lovely views over the marina! Generous servings - We had Ceviche and special of Soba Noodles with Spicy calamari. Both delicious and generous in portions. Booking highly recommended. Service was...friendly and bartenders knowledge of cocktails. After walking around Airlie beach , so happy our our agent Tahnee recommended and bookedMore

Date of visit: January 2023
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Mandy Coles, Owner at The Garden Bar Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 1 May 2023

So happy your agent recommended The Garden Bar and you. enjoyed your experience, cocktails, view, G&T, Ceviche, Calamari, service, staff and marina! Thank you for taking the time to review

Reviewed 15 November 2022

Nice food and setting but wow did we have to wait for our dinner. Thought we had been forgotten at one stage but they were apologetic and we were on holiday. I have only given an average due to the wait time. The staff were...really nice and pleasant just slightly rushed off their feet that night and it was busy.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Mandy Coles, Owner at The Garden Bar Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 1 May 2023

Thank you Vee

Reviewed 3 November 2022 via mobile

Excellent food and cocktails. Stumbled across this during my stay at Airlie beach. About 20 min walk out of town but we’ll worth the trip. We stayed at Airlie Beach for a week and this was one of the best places for good quality food....If you appreciate a nice meal and drink it is highly recommended.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Mandy Coles, Owner at The Garden Bar Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 1 May 2023

Thank you so much Aysea! So happy you found us!

Reviewed 11 October 2022

Came here recently twice for lunch really enjoyed the view and atmosphere. Nice selection on the menu. First time ordered special of the day which was delicious -barramundi and a citrus salad. Also a passion fruit daiquiri. 2nd time a falafel and halloumi salad. Great...view looking into the water.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 28 September 2022

Not too bad, service was decent. Good location. However, fish tacos should ALWAYS be battered (Panko crumb preferably). The fish tacos were unbattered, a bit mushy, and lacking any real flavour. Disappointing as the menu looked amazing! Cheese platter was overpriced ($37) for 3 pieces...of cheese and no meat. Cocktails were good!More

Date of visit: September 2022
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The Garden Bar Bistro is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4