Location: Palm Beach
Top Restaurants in Palm Beach
Top 10 Australian food in Palm Beach, Pittwater, New South Wales
Find out what Australian restaurants to try in Palm Beach including Limani Seafood Restaurant, The Tramshed Cafe - Narrabeen Lakes, Jonah's Whale Beach, Barrenjoey House, The Dunes, The Greedy Goat, Palm Beach Fish and Chips, Pearls on the Beach, Club Palm Beach, Whale Beach Deli
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10. Whale Beach Deli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 31 reviews
Whale Beach Deli is set in the iconic Whale Beach in Sydney. The Deli offers an a casual, all day brunch menu, with a fresh, modern Australian menu designed by The Boathouse chefs.
Reviewed By franc924
Delicious avant garde menu , all scrumptious but understated. Enjoyed smoked trout with great salad and kingfish sashimi on a tasty crisp bread. Terrific fresh juices and smoothies on offer with very friendly relaxed staff. Loved being so close to the sounds and sights of spectacular Whale Beach
9. Club Palm Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By clairedjnj
Ate here a couple of times, good value for money and really nice food. Steak cooked exactly to my taste. Drinks were reasonably priced too. Lovely outdoor seating area. I did get a few mozzies nibbling on me as it was evening but it wouldn't stop me eating here again!
8. Pearls on the Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 216 reviews
Reviewed By Jackie M
(4.5 stars)With the rest of the Central Coast subject to Sydney-like urban sprawl, the little, green enclave of Pearl Beach is somewhat of an oasis. Accessed by a narrow, winding road, this sheltered, horseshoe beach and surrounding residential village, boasts just over six hundred dwellings artfully tucked into the bushland landscape.At the southern end of the golden arc of sand, youâll find Pearls on the Beach in a softly-hued weatherboard beach cottage. Placed so you can pretty much step from verandah to sand, the restaurant is airy and open, with its walls decked out in creamy coastal sand colours. Faded old wooden floorboards, white tablecloths and cream chairs complete the look, kept carefully neutral to keep your attention on the (plate) art and the idyllic view.Led by owner and head chef Scott Fox and his wife and restaurant manager, Melissa Fox, the floor team all display an easy-going, coastal charm. Our waiter, from nearby Umina Beach, encourages us to order three small plates apiece. Dining as a trio, it makes sense to order the whole list of nine small plates, so we embark upon a share plate degustation of sorts, that kicks off with a pretty tangle of pea tendrils. Fresh Ricotta ($24) sits at the base of the dish that celebrates vividly green produce â smashed peas, grilled zucchini, mint and sugar snaps â all fresher than youâll find them at your local green grocer. Itâs a great start to a well-realised menu that is dotted with unexpected combinations and broad multicultural influences.Topped with puffed wild rice, the Cured Kingfish ($25) is made mild and creamy with mint jelly mayo. and juicy with a unique, honeydew melon surprise. Plump, beautifully cooked Sea Scallops ($25) have a lovely interplay between bitter (beach greens and nasturtium oil) and milky (macadamia cream) with a native spiced nut crumble adding texture to the visually spectacular plate.With entry-level wines starting in the fifties, the wine list, arranged by weight and texture, wonât kill you with their mark-ups. In a break between waves of dishes, I settle into my 2015 Domenica Roussanne Marsanne ($85) which, is hard to find in a bottle shop much shy of fifty bucks. With stone fruit, flint, and floral notes, itâs a cracking wine easily able to gentle down for our earlier courses or expand to match the more gutsy dishes that are on the way.Mexican Masa and Corn Fritters ($24) prove interesting against green mole and earthy huitlacoche (corn fungus) mayonnaise balanced by pickled onion, with pistachio crumbs adding texture. Wrapped in reed basket of gai larn, XO Roast Eggplant ($24) with sesame, edamame, nori and puffed rice, ensures that eating vegetables at Pearls on the Beach is equally as interesting as eating meat.Piled with three large BBQ King Prawns ($25) the next dish to land is an inspired, modern British-influenced, carrot vindaloo bisque juxtaposed with a green carrot top puree (nothing is wasted), black rice and yogurt. In flavour terms, this dish is a real winner; there's lots going on without losing the primacy of the meaty king prawns.Our last wave of dishes kicks off with KFQ ($25). While the Korean fried quail is tasty, the banchan (Korean sides) lack the bite, texture and pungency I love about kimchi. No matter, the next dish - Char Sui Pork Rillettes ($25) â is a return to form with the French classic taken Chinois against cassava crackers and wood ear fungus salad, with black vinegar to cut through the richness. Itâs testament to the adventurous nature of Foxâs cooking that in nearly fourteen years of reviewing restaurants, Iâve never eaten a similar dish.By the time we hit Twice Cooked Wagyu Beef Intercostals ($25) Iâm getting a bit full â the small plates are more generously proportioned than the three each plus a dessert apiece rule makes out. Topped with juicy wet cucumber shards, pickled wakame, shallots and soy braised peanuts, the tender rib muscles are tasty and well-rendered with the sharpness of the kimchi dressing helping cut the fat.Schibello Caffe with a companion Pistachio and Ricotta Cake ($18) is a lovely way to wrap things up. Itâs a really good savoury cake, with silky olive oil ice cream to balance the chalky cheese and nuts. Roasted cherries provide the only sweetness in this comforting but adult dessert. While a quenelle of coriander sorbet is undoubtedly going to be polarising on the Coconut Sago ($18) that teams sago pearls with tart, pepper roasted pineapple with cashew and palm sugar brittle, it illustrates Foxâs cooking well. Fox plays to the unexpected, and thus his restaurant is far from the twinset and conservative white pearls the name might summon. You'd be better placed if you consider Pearls on the Beach as an exotic, black, South Sea pearl - the highlight of my Central Coast dining thus far.
7. Palm Beach Fish and Chips
Overall Ratings
4 based on 122 reviews
Fish & chips, burgers, salads, ice creams, coffee, milkshakes. Licensed or BYO. ATM.
Reviewed By jeffc828
Managed a park out the front is the only reason we stopped, being Motherâs Day it was very busy & limited parking the view is beautiful, we had Hake fish or (shark) a lovely thin batter & cooked in cotton oil which is so much better, it was fresh & tasty the chips were good we also some calamari & honey prawns yum this is a little expensive as itâs the northern beaches & a 10% surcharge was added being a weekend , we would return.
6. The Greedy Goat
Overall Ratings
4 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By frizzy63
We were planning a day trip to Palm Beach and drove past this place. It looked quirky and inviting. We immediately felt welcomed by the host. The salt and pallet squid and the Open steak sandwich on sour dough was delicious . Glad we stopped there.
5. The Dunes
Overall Ratings
4 based on 189 reviews
Located near the northern point of the beautiful Palm Beach peninsula, Dunes Restaurant & Kiosk provides a perfect setting for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Opened in 2006, Dunes sits between Pittwater and the Pacific Ocean on 1200 square metres of manicure
Reviewed By Kufunda
Went on a Friday afternoon when the place was rather quiet. We were not able to use our entertainment card, the explanation being the place is under new management. There is some refurbishment going on but it is not intrusive. We sat outside admiring the views across the beach and headland. The staff were polite and served us in reasonable time. I especially enjoyed the Atlantic salmon with mirin mustard greens and rainbow chard which came in a delicious and sizeable portion. Pricing was reasonable. A pleasant stopover, however expect additional car parking expenses.
4. Barrenjoey House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 367 reviews
Reviewed By Ellemay
We enjoyed a lovely lunch at the Barrenjoey House with the family. We found the food, staff and ambience to be excellent. We shared a few entrees to start & the lobster pizza bread was absolutely delicious. Our mains consisted mostly of the tuna spaghetti which had been recommended by friends & the local fish & chips. All were extremely tasty. The best aspect of the restaurant is the gorgeous decor with its coastal furnishings & pretty lampshades. We found the staff to be extremely friendly attentive and helpful.
3. Jonah's Whale Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 561 reviews
Perhaps the only feature that can divert your attention from the stunning view at Jonahâs is the food. The multi award-winning Hatted Restaurant offers excellent Contemporary Australian cuisine and an exceptional wine list offering more than 1600 wines fr
Reviewed By Davalloyd
Fabulous location, beautiful premises, excellent and friendly service, very good food. This place almost has it all, and worth the price under any circumstance.We requested and received a corner window table, service was punctual, attentive, and very friendly without being intrusive - perfect balance which is so difficult to find these days when oneâs plate is aggressively whisked away at a momentâs pause in prandial activity. We chose and highly recommend the wine pairing with 3-course meal - perfect wine choices from across 3 continents. Food was delicate and tasty, falling just short of outstanding. Sauces with the John Dory and the Angus beef mains were pleasant, but not exactly to my taste. Entrees -fresh oysters and king prawns were quite good. Desserts - wow! the best tarte tatin ever, with a beautiful caramelised crust. Recommendation on the beautiful bread rolls - more of them please!! No need to be cautious at putting more than 1 per person on the table when theyâre as good as that.Overall, an exquisite experience. Looking forward already to the next time.
2. The Tramshed Cafe - Narrabeen Lakes
Overall Ratings
4 based on 53 reviews
Delicious Modern Australian breakkies & lunches, specialty coffees, drinks and menu options to suit a variety of dietary needs including Gluten Free and Vegan. Hop on board the historical 1930's tram, enjoy the new playground next to the cafe or take a wa
Reviewed By Paul_in_Australia
I took brunch at Tramshed on a busy winter Saturday morning. The main meal area is the cafe. The old Sydney tram outside is more for children playing and those just doing "take away". Tramshed is family friendly and there is a separate children's menu.Whilst the Sydney R class tram is not the style that operated to Narrebeen until 1939 when the line from Manly was closed, it's been lovingly restored by a group of local artisans. There are some "tramway" adornments inside the cafe and they add to the atmosphere without overdoing it.Tramshed is only a short walk from the main Narrabeen bus stop; itself the old tram shelter and a separate coffee outlet. A novel way to arrive or depart Tramshed is on the yellow B1 double decker bus that operates frequently between Wynyard and Mona Vale.
Palm Beach Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Palm Beach
1. Limani Seafood Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 350 reviews
Reviewed By Planner55
A great lunch deal with two courses and a glass of wine included if you book. Good choices, lovely view of the lake and very good service although it did take a while to take our order. If you sit close to the window, it may be warm. They do have shade blinds. We wished we sat inside because we were close to another couple. She had a very loud voice and did not make any positive conversation. A bit draining.Wish we had asked to move inside where there was airconditioning and only a few people. Beyond the control of the restaurant but the tables are quite close! We will still be back. That berry panacotta dessert was so good!
