I have been several times last year 2016 and this year 2017 and I have been blown away by the food the lovely waitress and staff - the views are so beautiful plus a lovely breeze no matter how hot the day - but I reckon the food is the best it has ever been as I use to go back in 2010 and before that it changed hands a few times and then they were renovating it but since the last change I am so impressed with the restaurant and I feel it is not as expensive as most fine dining restaurants around but they manage to deliver a great entree, and a fabulous mains and their desserts are of a very high quality and to top it off if you love cocktails they do a great job of this as well - I am foodie and I love this restaurant and it has become one of my main places to go and enjoy nice food and be waited on by very lovely staff who are very attentive. Thanks heaps to the Manager and staff for making it such a great venue.
Have been visiting the Boatshed for at least 12 years. Three of us dined there for Sunday lunch yesterday..I would have to say it was the one of the best meals I have had there. Three different mains all perfectly presented with an array of flavours. I had the fried chicken dish with pearl cous cous. Could not fault the service by our great waitress on a very busy day. Thank you.
Had my birthday lunch and was delighted with the food and staff, you will need to be prepared to pay a bit for the fine beach front dining, but expect nothing but fresh quality food in return, and they will deliver!
We chose to order our lunch from the takeaway at the side of the restaurant and ate on the grassed area overlooking the river. Our fish was wonderful, very fresh and covered in a light crispy panko crumb coating and the salads were delicious.
Awesome location & environment, fabulous food and even better friendly service.
Apparently this place is well known amongst our Sunny Coast friends as a good seafood restaurant. They were surprised when we told them they have a takeaway service window now too.
We had excellent takeaway fish and chips, salt and pepper calamari and a really delicious Asian salad in the park. Meal size was large, the barramundi was excellent and chips plentiful, crispy & hot.
The Asian salad was a generous size for only $7. It had a lovely homemade dressing.
All our group noticed the genuinely welcoming, friendly service provided by the lady serving at the counter. I'm sorry I didn't get her name but she is a credit to the business.
There is a beautiful tree which invites kids to climb and play while visiting. There is a big playground a short stroll away for the kids.
I forgot to take photos of our food, we were too busy enjoying the company and location!
I'd love to go back to try the actual restaurant side.
We were staying virtually across the street and this place had been recommended by friends. We went on a Wednesday for dinner and it was reasonably quiet. Service was lovely; welcoming, prompt, pleasant and helpful while unobtrusive. I especially loved the playful and cheeky friendliness of our waiter as she guided us through our choices. Food was delicious. Plenty on the menu but not too long a list to make selection difficult. Prices very reasonable for an ex@cellent meal. Normally we wouldn't look at dessert but we couldn't resist. My orange polenta cake was highlighted by superbly balanced citrus, rosemary and mint flavours and complemented by the delicious sweetness of ice cream. Well done people. You gave us a real treat and we'll definitely come again when next on hols.
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So we had been on the Sunny Coast for a work retreat and a few of us had decided to stay over for the Friday night. We were staying on the esplande at Cotton Tree and had eyed off the Boat Shed for breakfast (but found it didn't open until 10am), so when thinking about somewhere for dinner, we thought we'd wander back across.
Hugely popular place for sunset with all variety of folk turning up with their own chairs to indulge in the fish n chips from the takeaway counter at one end. But we wanted something a little more refined, so went into the restaurant proper and enquired about a table. In all honesty I was half expecting to be turned away without a booking on a busy summer Friday night, but the wonderful manager found us a table and suggested we grab a drink at the bar while they sorted it out.
Within minutes we were seated to catch that glorious sunset, share a bottle of bubbles and wait for our other dining companions to arrive. Firstly let me say the service was fabulous - warm and friendly, our waiter was cheeky with a sense of humour - love that. Between the six of us we ordered gnocchi, steak, barramundi and for me the laksa - and more than one bottle of wine.
Food was on the table in good time and I have to say my laksa was superb - one of the best I've eaten and I love laksa ... a lot! The soup was spicy and rich, there was a generous serving of seafood including mussels, fish, prawns and clams - and the egg noodles were perfect, not too over cooked but with a nice al dente bite to them. All my tablemates equally enjoyed their meals, if my laksa hadn't been so darn good I would have had food envy.
We also decided to share a few deserts with a cheese plate, salted caramel popcorn semi fredo and chocolate mousse the chosen items. Again amazingly delicious - everyone shared a spoon or two of everything and we were all blown away by how good it all was.
To top it all off, the bill was very reasonable for such a gorgeous setting on the river, with such incredible food and warm, friendly service. A definate thumbs up from all of us - and as I always say when a place is good, I hope to return.
Came here on a busy Saturday night. Our meals were all delicious - well cooked, interesting flavours, and generous serves. The waiters were run off their feet, so can excuse ours for being a little abrupt. Definitely not a cheap meal, but our Melbourne guests agreed it's worth the cost.
I have been here a number of times in the last few months and the food has been consistently delicious and the service always with a smile. It can be busy on the weekends but I have always thought the food was worth the wait, and you don't mind so much when you can sit looking out over the river. The hardest thing has been not to order the same thing as last time (because it's always just so delicious). The food is on the pricier end for Maroochydore (entrees $15-25 and mains $30-40) but I would recommend it to anyone, particularly if you can come early for a wine as the sun sets over the water!
Loved this place !!. My wife and her family had the best experience thus far on the Sunshine Coast , having tried most reputable spots on coast we had given up on wasting money on going out for dinner . Happy to say this time had value for money on all parts , our meals were fresh and full of creative and balanced flavours . Service was relaxed and friendly and view was perfect ! We will be back thanks to all for a memorable evening.
I love this place. We have been going for years during our Xmas holidays at cotton tree. The prawns with banana and rum sauce are fantastic. In my view it is the best location with maroochy river views and beach views from your table I'll be back again next Xmas for more of those banana prawns
Had a fantastic overall experience at this iconic restaurant a few days ago . Have not revisited for many years due to an average past experience . Very relaxed and professional. Menu and food was fresh,fast and exceeded our expectations by a long shot. We will definitely return when ever we are on the Sunshine Coast . Thanks for a wonderful evening !
Can't beat the Boat Sheds location right on the river mouth. Haven't been for ages & had a lovely luncheon today. Nice & breezy on a hot day. Innovative dishes for each course & great service from friendly young staff, several of whom must have had medical exemptions from mask wearing amidst the current pandemic.
The views here are unbeatable, watching the sunset over the water and celebrating an anniversary, memorable. It’s great to see mock-tails on the menu, it would be a big bonus to see a couple of non alcoholic wines too! Food was fresh and tasty, staff attentive.
What a find, just happening to be passing by and found this little jam for lunch. Right on the river next to Cotton Tree caravan park. Beautiful light decor , great service and excellent food . I had the swordfish and it was well cooked and well presented . Highly recommend this place.
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A definite place to visit
A great variety of meals
The night we were there the place was at capacity but the staff were still great and all had a smile on there face
Will definitely be back.
Most amazing spot, on the water, to watch the sunset. Great cocktails, amazing food and great customer service... will be back
Love the relaxed vibe here. Indoor & outdoor dining.
Relax overlooking the river. Great spot for sunsets.
Amazing food & good service. A must do in Maroochydore.
Child friendly.
Great location, although we were seated indoors, you can still enjoy the views. The restaurant was very busy, but to be expected for the location & delicious food. The food is well worth the price tag, as it is not only delicious & well presented, but the portions are also very generous, so bring your appetite. We ordered a starter to share, the pork salad - best Thai salad I've had in years. Our main fish dishes were cooked perfectly. The wait service was excellent. Would recommend The Boat Shed 👍🏻
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