Restaurants Hervey Bay

Good Food Guide

Hervey Bay is presented with a mass variety of good food places to eat all over the bay. Below are some of the many favourites in and around the bay. When visiting it’s always a good idea to check out areas to eat and to hear what the locals have to say.

We have made it easy for you to decide. Whether it be your craving pizza or good pub classics, such as schnitzel and chips, or the classic Aussie favourite fish and chips. You simply can’t go wrong!

Best Places To Eat In Hervey Bay

When it comes to choosing the best places to eat in Hervey Bay can be difficult, so we’ve set up for you the local’s best places to eat in Hervey Bay.

Let’s face it nobody wants to come to a town for vacation and go out for a nice meal just to order and not be pleased with their meal, that’s why we’ve made it easy for you.

Are you looking for the perfect date location for the perfect night out? Then the best way to start is with a lovely meal, whether you fancy BBQ, Indian, Italian, Pub style food, Mexican, Sushi, Chinese or Thai food the bay has it all.

Looking for the best place to go out for drinks and enjoy the night and beautiful sunsets with the perfect view, then you won’t be disappointed.

Hervey Bay has some of the best restaurants located right on the Esplanade to catch all the wonderful views where you can enjoy a relaxing meal, great drinks, takeaway for picnics in the park, and a lovely stroll to end the evening.

Here is what we believe to be the best restaurants for a great meal in Hervey Bay:

We have made it easy for you to decide. Whether it be your craving pizza or good pub classics, such as schnitzel and chips, or the classic Aussie favourite fish and chips. You simply can’t go wrong!

When it comes to choosing the best places to eat in Hervey Bay can be difficult, so we’ve set up for you the local’s best places to eat in Hervey Bay.

Let’s face it nobody wants to come to a town for vacation and go out for a nice meal just to order and not be pleased with their meal, that’s why we’ve made it easy for you.

Are you looking for the perfect date location for the perfect night out? Then the best way to start is with a lovely meal, whether you fancy BBQ, Indian, Italian, Pub style food, Mexican, Sushi, Chinese or Thai food the bay has it all.

Looking for the best place to go out for drinks and enjoy the night and beautiful sunsets with the perfect view, then you won’t be disappointed.

Here’s Our List Of The Best Places To Eat In Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay has some of the best restaurants located right on the Esplanade to catch all the wonderful views where you can enjoy a relaxing meal, great drinks, takeaway for picnics in the park, and a lovely stroll to end the evening.

We determined our ratings based on 6 Simple Guidelines when choosing the perfect place to eat:

• Atmosphere
• Entertainment
• Quality of Food
• Family Friendly/ Kids Club Option
• Table Bookings and Take Away Options
• Reasonable Pricing

Based on this system we have given a star for each if it’s available at each place.

1. Beach House Hotel Great Pub Food And Water Views

Offering Live bands on the weekends, plenty of seating for large or small groups, great pub-style BBQ food, affordable pricing, share platters, right on the esplanade with beautiful ocean views.

The Restaurant is separated from the pub, with billiards tables and pokies in the back, with a conference room/ private booking room for events on the top level.

We give the Beach House Hotel a 6-Star rating because it offers all of the above in our guidelines, the kids club area is not supervised however but does have all you need to keep the kids entertained while waiting for food.

Address: 344 Esplanade, Scarness QLD 4655, PH 07 4196 9366

2. The Dock Offering Late Night Food And Cocktails

An Urban twist to fine dining and cocktail bar, located in an industrial area. Offering vegan-friendly food and urban style drinks, the perfect place for tapas-style food, with a great beer and wine list. Overlooking the marina makes it a great place for a late-night hang out.

The Dock offers a Tapas only menu, which means you share a bunch of small plates amongst each other and they reward you by the more plates you order the cheaper it becomes. As well as a wide range of cocktails on offer it’s no wonder people choose this as a place to dine.

Based on this we give The Dock a 4-star rating, this is mostly due to it does not have a kids area and is more geared towards couples or mature groups, it is, however, dog friendly in the outdoor eating area and can be rented out for functions.

Address: Mantra Resort, 2 Buccaneer Dr, Urangan QLD 4655, PH 0492 815 742

3. Bayswater Bar And Bistro Located Near The Urangan Pier

Connected to the Oceans Resort, the Bayswater is a great place to eat any time of day. There are Multiple Bars located within the restaurant and breathtaking views of the famous Urangan Pier this make’s the Bayswater the perfect place to eat. They have a wide variety of food and great lunch Specials.

Located on the esplanade with great views of the ocean and the Urangan pier makes the Bayswater an ideal place for both Lunch and Dinner. Bookings are not necessary which makes it a great option to swing in at any time for a meal.

They do have weekend entertainment as well as a kid arcade area which are on separate sides of each other.

We give the Bayswater a 5-star rating as it meets most needs of diners of all ages. They also are wheelchair accessible making it easy for all types of abilities. There is no monitored kids club at this location and the kids’ facilities are not free as they are paid arcades.

Address: 569 Esplanade, Hervey Bay QLD 4655, PH (07) 4194 6444

4. Hervey Bay RSL Not Just For Veterans

Located next to the Pialba Place Shopping Center the RSL is located up high to still offer views of the Ocean. It has two restaurants located inside, Poppies Cafe and Sandy Bay Restaurant. Poppie’s Offers cafe Style food of Toasted Sandwiches, Cakes, delicious coffee and Tea, and Flatbread Pizzas.

Although it is a members club, visitors are also welcome as well. There is a kids club available from 5-9 pm on weekdays and 5-9:30 pm on the weekends. They have live music available in the evenings, as well as pokie machines and raffles for anyone wishing to try their luck.

Address: 11 Torquay Rd, Hervey Bay QLD 4655, PH (07) 4197 7444

5. Enzo’s on the Beach, Right On The Beach

One of only two Restaurants being located as close to the beach as you can get, makes Enzo’s a popular place to catch up for lunch or dinner for many locals. It’s even a hot spot for the ladies to catch up in the mornings for a relaxing cuppa, as there is a park located right next to it, making it great for the kiddies to play in hindsight.

They have gorgeous dishes making you think you’re at a five-star restaurant, yet has a new age feel to the atmosphere. They sell craft beers and cocktails that are to die for, as well as your normal selection of beers.

Address: 351a Esplanade, Scarness QLD 4655, PH (07) 4124 6375

6. Maddigan’s Fish And Chips Shop, Local Seafood

Who doesn’t love classic fish and chips on a hot summer’s day? If you are looking for the best place to go then look no further than Maddigan’s fish and chips shop. Not only do they sell fish and chips but you can find a variety of locally caught and supplied fish delivered every day so you know you’re getting the best quality.

A great Aussie classic for anyone to look for food on the go, although they do have a few tables to sit at outside, there is a lovely park and playground right across the road.

Address: 401 Esplanade, Torquay QLD 4655, PH (07) 4128 4202

7. Eat At Dan & Stephs 2013 My Kitchen Rules Winners

Offering tapas-style food and located across the road from the beach and surf is life-saving. Eat at Dan and Steph’s gives locals and visitors alike to try food that got them the win on my Kitchen Rules back in 2013.

They have also recently won the comeback on My Kitchen Rules and will soon be opening their second restaurant right here in the Bay called The Black Bear.

Address: Shop 1b/449 Esplanade, Hervey Bay QLD 4655, PH 0475 850 173

9. Paolos Pizza Bar Woodfire Pizza At Its Finest

Are you looking for that wood-fire taste in a perfectly made pizza? Then look no farther than Paolos Pizza Bar, offering the finest Hervey Bay has to offer. Many locals flock here for just the right slice and you can’t beat the flavour that comes through each bite.

Call in and order for pick up and enjoy the park across the way overlooking the beach or sit down and enjoy while watching the activity that crowds the esplanade. Affordable pizza made just right!

Address: 446 Esplanade, Torquay QLD 4655, PH (07) 4125 3100

10. Salt Cafe With Breathtaking Views Of Urangan Beach

Salt Cafe offers bistro-style food and a lovely variety of coffees and teas, the perfect place for breakfast or lunch. While you are waiting for your food there is a lovely boutique located inside the Cafe for you to browse around for that unique decoration, gift, or clothing.

Salt Cafe is attached to the Ocean Resort and Spa, so why not check them out on your next stay in Hervey Bay, or if you are a local give them a go and taste the flavours they have to offer.

Address: 569 Esplanade, Urangan QLD 4655, PH (07) 4124 9722

11. The Tavern Right In The Heart Of Hervey Bay

The Perfect place for the mid-afternoon beer and bites with the mates after knock off. A popular place for many live events, the tavern is a great place to visit.

Located right off of Boat Harbour Drive in front of the Stocklands shopping centre, makes it is a great place to stop in before heading home. They have pub-style food and cold beer on tap at affordable prices.

Address: 155 Boat Harbour Dr, Pialba QLD 4655, PH (07) 4124 4111