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The Boathouse On Blackwattle Bay

88/100 (3497 ratings)

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"This restaurant is in a lovely location on Blackwattle Bay in Sydney with a view of the Anzac Bridge. We arrived by taxi, but if you want to make a..."

Sue McDonald, Truly Scrumptious

"An excellent restaurant offering wonderful food and service. The wine list offers an adventure but very pricey. The big let down was the short and..."

Richard Sterling

"We had 3 kinds of amazingly fresh oysters selected from a huge variety and loved them all! We chose the king prawns, the duck and the tuna sashima as..."

Seeaych

"It’s always a lovely experience dining at The Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay. The views are stunning, especially at night, the service is impeccable..."

Marianna Tuccia

"Had great night here! A bit out of the way and secluded well worth the booking! Great location and views. The service was on point! Food was..."

Mr. D

"Great place with spectacular views of Anzac Bridge, especially if you come here don’t forget to order Fish Pie and Oysters. The oysters was fresh..."

Dom Ung

"The Boathouse on Black Wattle Bay is simply stunning. Set right on the water with views of the Anzac bridge, fish markets and the bay. Ask for a..."

Sydney I’m Hungry

"We love all good food, but we are especially passionate about Australia’s wonderful array of local fish and seafood, freshly caught every day...."

Robin

"When you arrive by water taxi to a restaurant that is situated on a tip of a jetty, you are bound to expect a wonderful dining experience. The..."

Sydney Food Lover

"A lovely place to eat lunch with a great view - oysters freshly shucked, showcasing the best of Sydney’s seafood. Snapper pie is a classic for a..."

Blue.pineapple

"Service is good. Fish is plain, was expecting little bit more special in the way they cook it. Try not to order Handcut fries, very thick, dry, not..."

Shijia Jessica Zhang

"Situated a short drive from Sydney’s CBD, perched quite literally over the water, the glass-enclosed haven that is The Boathouse on Blackwattle..."

Eats With Marie

"I decided to give this restaurant a go on my birthday. I now know what all the hype is about! The service was great. They print daily menu’s and..."

Rachel Rong

"One of those restaurants for special occasions and not for a casual weeknight dinner. Although the food was good, it wasn't anything too..."

Blurred Limes

"One of the best meals I've had in a long time. The seafood was simply amazing! So tasty and fresh. The views are also incredible. My favourite entree..."

Phfat

"This is the third time I’m here.. having my bday lunch with family.. love the food and the view. Love the crab and oysters. I was quite suprised by..."

Lucianna Guo

"Really enjoyed my time here today. The snapper pie is delightful! We came here specifically for this fish through word of mouth. One serving is quite..."

Julz

"Highly recommended for a special occasion. Modern and romantic ambience especially around the front windows.The food is good but not..."

Connoisseurc

"Good Cocktails but limited choice of just 4. Good wine list, with interesting range choice. All dishes very well done, really enjoyed the king prawns..."

Anna Crabtree

"Overview:Went for dinner on a Saturday night with a group of 5. Amazing seafood restaurant, with great views of Pyrmont, would recommend to..."

George Mason

"The staff aren't the most attentive and they did rush us a couple of times to place the order so they can close the restaurant. The oysters were..."

Nicole Hu

"This is one of those places I'd call a hidden gem, as it's not the easiest to get to without a car, and the building itself is rather nondescript,..."

Knife Fork N Chopsticks

"This is a great place to visit for a special occasion. The entrance was a bit hard to find ahahaha (push the door and go up the stairs) but the staff..."

IEats

"Went to this place a few years ago when it wasnt too mainstream & it was very memorable! Location was perfect.. abit hard to find because it is..."

Suburb Review

"Pretty good resto although on the expensive sideThe oyster were very fresh although on the salty side. Loved the creamy one (forogt the..."

Jmanchatty

"Can't believe it took me so long to get to The Boathouse, now I can't wait to go back!! The service - 10/10The location -..."

Michael Refalo

"I had the pleasure of enjoying a late lunch with colleagues at The Boathouse on Sunday afternoon. From my experience, I can say that its high overall..."

Sean M

"The boathouse is a different type of dining experience. It is more relaxed and has a wonderful atmosphere. The snapper pie is definitely a stand..."

Birdie Num Num

"Absolutely stunning place for a romantic dinner. It's a bit pricy but every bit of the food here hinted my palate and so fresh and yummy. A..."

Tastingthecloud

"Friend recommended Boathouse for our friends gathering dinner. While walking towards the restaurant, we had a great view of the bay and bridges close..."

Jianierrrrrr

"What a spectacular location, offering a different perspective and view of Sydney and the harbor from the west, which was a refreshing change to the..."

Jonathan Mayes

"Fresh menu everyday. Never disappointed! Good view of Anzac bridge. Do booking before get in. Can appreciate the scene of stunning sunset...."

Julie Chou

"Oysters are their obsession at this hidden gem. With views across Black Wattle Bay it's the perfect location for a romantic dinner before daylight..."

Eating Out Sydney

"Delicious and beautiful restaurant. Fish pie highlight of the night. Dessert selection could be improved and a bit more innovative. But really nice..."

Foodagraphy

"Stunning location overlooking the water with floor to ceiling glass you can't help but get mesmerised by the city skyline.The service was..."

Laura Friend

"So love this place, not just for the nostalgia. Pimms and jumping bean cocktails on arrival, courtesy of the house - they somehow remember it was our..."

Peter White

"The Boathouse has been a favourite for a very long time for a reason.I remember getting addicted to oysters here,they opened my eyes to their subtle..."

FeedMe

"Once a year on my birthday I get taken to somewhere nice for dinner. This year it was the boathouse at Blackwattle Bay, across the water from the..."

Retrodaze

"My boyfriend and I decided to eat here for Valentine's Day. The service was great and quality of the seafood was top notch. Tuna tartare, must get..."

Christine Nguyen

"Had a lovely time here. Their range of oysters were delicious and fresh. Wasnt too sure about the snapper pie but ordered it out of curiosity. Very..."

Berry ?

"Corrugated iron and wood, native plants (where’s that blackwattle?), stark blue skies and water – you couldn’t get much more Sydney than this..."

Noodlies

"Great effortless service. Great views and easy parking. Food that's not too tricked up. Helpful, friendly service. Fish pie is easily the most..."

Review In Five

"Amazing yellowfin tuna for a starter, and snapper pie is just a mustNice views of the bay and anzac bridgeBit pricey though, but..."

Oladrel

"Had a great dinner here. Had the Mahi Mahi with a side of hand-cut chips and aeoli. Dessert was the whipped cheesecake. Everything was delicious. I..."

Lyle

"Are u looking for fresh and creamy Oyster? Here is the perfect place to go.I went to Boathouse with my friend, for catching up! I do love the..."

Erika-Anne

"Generally a wonderful experience- have been there many times over the years, but I must say on the most recent visit, in terms of service we were..."

BlueyG

"Such a lovely restaurant sitting over the water, great view, great atmosphere. Had a very enjoyable lunch celebrating my partners birthday. The food..."

KAYEATS

"Understated excellence! Had a very enjoyable evening being looked after by perfectly attentive staff. The menu consists of an incredible oyster..."

Laura B

"Hand-down my favourite restaurant in Sydney. My fiance organised my surprise 30th here. Great oyster selection, the best snapper pie in the world and..."

Matty T

"Spoil yourself. If I am dining out for a special occasion, the Boathouse will always be near the top of the list. It has such a beautiful setting,..."

Kai Luv

"Visit Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay for views across the Bay to the Anzac Bridge and Sydney Fish Market and make sure you get the signature Snapper..."

Susan ChocolateSuze Thye

"The Boathouse has an international reputation for serving the finest Australian seafood and Sydney’s best array of oysters, always freshly shucked..."

Postcards From Peta

"The floor-to-ceiling windows let in a generous amount of natural light and the gorgeous view across Blackwattle Bay. The interior is interestingly..."

Confessions Of A Glutton

"Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay has been existing for 17 years, and is the perfect place to celebrate a birthday. I’m turning a year older, and..."

Mademoiselle Mange A Sydney

"...for my 23rd birthday Bill spoiled me and he took us out to dinner at The Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay (End of Ferry Road, Glebe). A converted..."

Oh-ayana

"Isn't that a glorious sight? For my 22nd birthday earlier this year, my endearing significant other took me to dine at The Boathouse on Blackwattle..."

Vivian - Vxdollface

"The Boathouse isn’t a cheap eat, or middle of the road eat for that matter, but is perfect for special occasions or to take people from out of..."

Belly Rumbles

"the service was fantastic, the waiters were attentive and everyone throughly enjoyed themselves. i couldn’t have asked for a better birthday lunch..."

Laura Brown

"Fantastic. Food, service and the view. There are no words to describe as great a night with such good food and..."

Nimmy G

"Great location and service, decent food. Our dinner experience was great! I made a booking prior and put in a special request to have a window seat..."

Mademoiselle_Vii

"Can't pass up seafood. This is one of my favourite restaurants! I've had a positive experience every time I've dined here. Good service, great..."

A L L I S O N I U S

"26/3/16We come here every time we visit Sydney- wish we had such a beautiful seafood restaurant here in Melbourne. Just love it, 4 of us enjoyed..."

Melbourne Foodie

"Every dish we ordered was delicious! The wait staff were very courteous, friendly and helpful despite the current world climate. Get out there and..."

Jo Wong

"Make a reservation for an early dinner and watch the sun set as you dine. The kingfish sashimi starter is gorgeous, and the oysters are very fresh..."

Karl Chong

"A stunning array of seafood at the Bosthouse Sydney in Glebe! A place I've been wanting to dine at for a long time now, I finally had the chance to..."

Alexandra Lalaneats

"Best oyster selection in Sydney! Perfect for lunch. What a contrast to our lunch at Flying Fish last week! The restaurant has a warm and welcome..."

M C

"This place is one of the best fine dining experiences in Sydney. Top view, top service and top food. It's always a little tricky coming here with..."

Mark In Real Time

"Overlooking the Anzac Bridge and Blackwattle Bay you'll find the Boathouse. With a menu that changes every day depending on what's fresh, you're..."