Squire’s Waterfront Restaurant

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   Lauren

   Manchester

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Menu makes little sense - we were told things were all sharing. ‘Bar snacks’ larger portions than ‘starters’. Dishes clearly for 2 people minimum in the same section as regular sized dishes - the lamb shoulder was 1kg(!) but no advice on this. Consequently we ordered far too much food with lots of waste. We are clearly tourists so some explanation on menu items wouldn’t have gone a miss. Poor service. Our mains arrived before starters had been cleared, then during our mains we were asked to choose our dessert as the kitchen was closing(?). Our table was 8pm but there were tables available to book up to 10pm. Our mains plates were on our table for 20+ mins after we’d finished eating so we got up to pay. Expensive for what it was also. We dined at a fancy steak place across the way on Xmas Eve and this cost us less! Don’t waste your time, go to 6Head instead.
   

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   Natasha

   Sacramento

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Incredible view of Sydney with great food and service
   

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   Stephy

   Sydney

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   The service could be more attentive by informing the customer about closing time at least 30mins earlier and they able to gauge the time to finish their time in the restaurant.
   

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   Jade

   London

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic experience on Christmas Eve at Squires. We were very happy witj the table which had incredible views of the Harbour bridge and Opera House.
   

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   Esther

   Sydney

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   The terrible experience ruined my Christmas Eve. Here are the three main reasons why I do not recommend this restaurant: 1. Poor food quality: The seafood, such as prawns, was not fresh and fell far below the standard of similar restaurants. If you're looking to enjoy seafood, I recommend choosing another place. Other dishes, like the steak and fries, were merely average. However, since this restaurant is known for its view, we didn’t have particularly high expectations for the food to begin with. 2. Reservation issues: On November 8th, I reserved a window table and paid $25 per person for it—nearly two months in advance—demonstrating how much I valued this dining experience. However, upon arriving at the restaurant, a waitress led us to a table with an obstructed view, making it difficult to fully enjoy the scenery. I noticed several empty window tables on the other side with a much better and unobstructed view, so I asked if we could sit there. The waitress informed me that those tables were already reserved. I don’t understand this—after all, I also paid to reserve a window table at the same price, so why wasn’t I allowed to sit there? If all the other window tables were occupied, I would have gladly accepted being seated at this spot. But those tables were empty, and considering I had paid for the same type of reservation, why couldn’t I suggest sitting there? Were those tables specifically reserved for certain people? What made the situation even more perplexing was that during the meal, we noticed that the tables with the better view were predominantly occupied by white customers, while Asian customers were seated on our side. I don’t believe this was a coincidence. 3. Unprofessional service: It was extremely difficult to get the attention of the waitstaff when we needed service. Even when making eye contact or waving, they would completely ignore us. When they passed by, and I said “hi” or “excuse me,” they acted as though they didn’t hear anything.
   

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   Nohara

   Sydney

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was great, but what really stood out was Sam. And Diana she was very nice
   

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   Niracha

   Sydney

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 19, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Food and the view are perfect. But we wait for the staff come to take order so long until I have to walk to tell him I’m ready to order. But still perfect.
   

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   PaulH

   Gold Coast

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 18, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This was our wedding anniversary. Staff were helpful and friendly. Food was amazing. A bit of noise from the bar downstairs but not intrusive. Cruise ship was delayed and ended up parked outside our window. We were grateful that the restaurant refunded our booking fee. All in all a great night, very happy.
   

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   stephanie

   Melbourne

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 7, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Had to wait 30 mins to be seated, even though we had a reservation. Was ignored most of the night and had to wave people down to get any attention.
   

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    cheryl

    Cleveland

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3

    Our meal was just okay. I have found service in Australia to be lacking. Generally order is taken and food served without a check back to see if everything meets expectations. I assume this is what happens when tips are already included.
    

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