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Whalebone Wharf, Port Macquarie, AU-NSW

Whalebone Wharf

4.6
4.6
3153 Reviews
$41 to $100
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
THE WHALEBONE WHARF IS A NO FUSS, CASUAL AUSTRALIAN FISH EATERY

Our mission is to source the region’s best seafood and seasonal produce by partnering with like-minded suppliers.

Our commitment to locality and our selection of produce flows into everything we offer; from Hastings River Oysters to Urban Grain bread and pastries.

We aim to showcase these ingredients by preparing them carefully and serving them simply.

The Whalebone is a place for friends and family to enjoy local, honest food and wine in a relaxed atmosphere, with a world class view.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Australian, Modern Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:15 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 6583 2334
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Peter Ridland

What 3,153 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New South Wales

    Best Ambiance

  • New South Wales

    Great for fine wines

  • New South Wales

    Romantic

  • New South Wales

    Great for scenic views

  • New South Wales

    Good for special occasions

  • New South Wales

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Whalebone Wharf offers a stunning riverside dining experience with "fantastic food" and "great service." Guests rave about the "beautiful location" and "exceptional seafood." While some found the portions small, the overall ambiance and attentive staff make it a "highly recommended" spot for special occasions. Enjoy "amazing flavors" and a memorable atmosphere.

3,153 Reviews
  1. evan

    Sydney

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific ambience with uninterrupted views over the river. The service was good with friendly helpful staff ... maybe a little slow at times but we were not in a rush. Great food with nice variety and some happy surprises. They really know how to make a sauce! Absolute stand out for the area.

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  2. Justin

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Having read previous reviews expectations were high. But unfortunately, the restaurant didn’t live up to expectations. The setting is pleasant on a river and the menu had potential. We had oysters and roasted prawns as a starter. The oysters were very small and the prawns underwhelming. The main course we both had grilled fish. The sauce was OK, but my partners fish was undercooked, mine was fine. I was surprised that when we reported the undercooked fish to the waitress, nothing happened. I wanna apologize. He just went back to the kitchen. We also ordered some extra potatoes, but they were inappropriate for the dish, and it would’ve been nice if the waitress had have mentioned that they were maybe more for a meat dish rather than fish. The wine was excellent. And desserts were possible but nothing special. The surprise hit was the grilled vegetables which was a side dish, but absolutely fantastic. The fish and chips my daughter had at the local surf club were better than the portion she received at this restaurant. The olives that we got while we waited we’re also a bit strange, very, very small more stone than olive , and we hardly finished them when we would normally have gobbled up a bowl of olives, that size in no time.  Overall, a bit disappointing, certainly not bad, but at 300 bucks for 2 adults and a child it felt less than good value. No comment

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  3. Nicole

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food, great cocktails and friendly wait staff. Angus in particular was very happy and helpful.

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  4. John

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and the food was sensational. There was a problem with one serving (barramundi undercooked) which when brought to their attention resulted in a complete replacement of the meal and sides and a complimentary dessert! That's the way to handle problems. It is a little on the pricy side but that's to be expected.

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  5. Lance

    New South Wales

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall the experience was excellent and the outlook on the river is quite relaxing. Our mains, sides and dessert were all excellent. However our entree of scallops was a little underwhelming. Compared to other restaurants in the two preceding days the scallops were about half the size and not as fresh. The wine menu is quite reasonable but could do with a few more wines by the glass. No Champagne by the glass unfortunately.

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  6. Christine

    New South Wales

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The mains were outstanding, the service was excellent as always and the ambiance perfect. Loved the summer cocktail. Only downside were the desserts which were underwhelming, sadly not to the standard of all the other menu items. Even so we will be back- great venue for a lovely evening out.

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  7. Jenny

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, the swordfish was the best we have ever had. Outstanding service. Beautiful location on the river. Wonderful restaurant.

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  8. TonyG

    New South Wales

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Ordered the scallops twice the size of a pea and totally over charged.. Service was excellent food a dissapointment

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  9. Daniel

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love dining at the Whale Bone PMQ, one of my favorite places to dine with guests, the service and food is always 5 star!

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  10. Jo

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful meal at whalebone. Everything was amazing.

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Whalebone Wharf is rated 4.6 stars by 3153 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Whalebone Wharf

269 Hastings River Drive, Port Macquarie, AU-NSW 2444

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Port Macquarie
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:15 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Australian, Modern Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Peter Ridland
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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