Whalebone Wharf

4.6

3179 Reviews

$41 to $100

Seafood

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2 people

Jan 13, 2025

11:00 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
Website
http://www.whalebonewharf.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Peter Ridland

Location
269 Hastings River Drive, Port Macquarie, AU-NSW 2444
Neighborhood
Port Macquarie
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Flash Fried Szechwan CalamariA$21.00
cabbage & sesame slaw, soy-miso aioli, fresh lemon
Gin & Beetroot Cured Hiramasa KingfishA$24.00
celeriac remoulade, pink grapefruit, dill, avruga caviar
Roasted King PrawnsA$28.00
nam jim dressing, coconut, chili, fine herb salad
Seafood ChowderA$24.00
mussel, squid, prawn, fish, bacon, chives
Master Stock Braised Pork BellyA$24.00
pickled carrot, pumpkin puree, apple-chili chutney
Mushroom TortelliniA$23.00
confit mushrooms, asparagus, pangritata

Mains

All mains include your choice of one side and sauce. Add King prawns to any main dish $12. Add Sicilian white anchovies any dish $4.50

Atlantic Salmon – Hideaway Bay (TAS)A$40.00
pan fried
Coral Coast Barramundi – Bowen (QLD)A$40.00
pan fried or steamed
Dusky Flathead – Wallis Lake (NSW)A$40.00
crumbed or beer battered
Market Fish – (Local)
see wait staff
- MP
300g Premium Riverine Scotch Fillet (NSW)A$52.00
char grilled
250g Lamb Rump – Cowra (NSW)A$48.00
pan roasted

Sauces

Garlic Aioli
Yoghurt Tartare
Roasted Garlic Butter
Smoked Chili Yoghurt
Sesame & Miso Aioli
Lemon Beurre Blanc
Soy Sesame Glaze
Thyme & Pinot Noir Jus

Sides

Chat Potato & Fennel SaladA$16.00
tarragon & sour cream dressing, green shallots
Roasted Carrot & Vadouvan CurryA$16.00
yoghurt, pickled onion, salted cashews
Beer Battered ChipsA$10.00
garlic & smoked paprika salt
Fried Brussels Sprouts & BaconA$16.00
spiced honey & mustard vinaigrette, peanut crumb
Roasted PumpkinA$16.00
pumpkin sour cream & sweet lemon dressing
Grilled BroccoliA$16.00
rocket & pistachio pesto, confit garlic aioli
Mixed Leaf SaladA$16.00
ricotta, pickled mustard, toasted seeds & blood orange

"Fruits de Mer" for Two

Accompanied with house condiments. (subject to availability/no changes)

"Fruits de Mer" for TwoA$185.00
Selection of seafood from the Whalebone menu, including: Rock oysters, cured salmon, crumbed sardines, mussels, ceviche, prawns, grilled fish, calamari, scallops

Live From the Tank

Eastern Rock Lobster – Port Macquarie (NSW)
natural w sauce of your choice & lemon; mornay, chives, lemon vinaigrette; roasted garlic butter & lemon
- MP

Kids

$18.50. Includes ice cream & activity pack

Chicken
Fish
Calamari with Chips

What 3,179 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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 "amazing food" and "great service." Diners rave about "fresh seafood" and the beautiful ambiance, making it a "hidden gem" in Port Macquarie. While a few found it pricey, many celebrate its "first-class" offerings and "memorable" special occasions.

3,179 Reviews

D
Denise
Sydney
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Location is amazing on the river & very peaceful. The food was Okay & well seasoned. However the service was not up to standard especially from restaurant Manager, he was extremely rude & arrogant. This manner followed to his wait staff which was very disappointing, Will not go back until I here there are changes.
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Gail
New South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dining experience was seafood excellence. Upon arrival we were greeted with smiling staff. Fresh clean surrounds. Sun sparkling on the water and soft cool breeze embraced us at our table. Once settled at our table and experienced staff brought menus and wine/beer list. Cold water to the table. Left to browse the menu not rushed but not left too long either. Ordered. Had cold and hot seafood platter. Cold Seafood oysters prawns bugs etc so fresh and presented artistically. Hot course came out after giving us a rest and time to savour the wine. This course ultimately a neat well organised Plate pleasing to the eye and palate with garnishes of lemon and Sauces. The chips served in a smaller bowl sprinkled with condiments was perfect. All in all ambience staff food and my partners company was a special lunch today.
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Lynne
New Zealand
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Prenominal seafood, great variety, and great service!
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Matthew
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Food. Excellent Service. Excellent Atmosphere.
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Lucinda
New South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the seafood platter !! Fantastic value for the beautiful fresh produce. Every aspect was amazing. Service was great from all staff too.
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Sally
New South Wales
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Wasn’t over excited with the food unfortunately we have had better seafood experiences elsewhere, I wouldn’t recommend to family and friends, sorry I’m just being honest.
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Deidre
Sydney
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The food is great, but it doesn’t have a welcoming or friendly vibe. We were placed in the worst seat in the place, possibly because we had children with us ( well behaved though ) when there were seat closer to the water. We booked months ago too.
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andrew
New South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience at the Whalebone was outstanding. We attended with a group of our friends for a birthday and were treated like royalty. The wait staff were excellent and they have powerful knowledge of the food and wine they serve.
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Sharyn
New South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great table service and the cocktails were excellent. 4.5 stars
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Liane
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
A lovely celebration for my daughters birthday. Thank you.
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FAQs

Whalebone Wharf is rated 4.6 stars by 3179 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 13, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

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

Website
http://www.whalebonewharf.com.au/
Phone number
(02) 6583 2334

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Whalebone Wharf

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Seafood Charcuterie

Seafood Charcuterie

Starters

Marinated Alto OlivesA$11.00

Mussel EscabecheA$14.00

UGB SourdoughA$3.80

House DipsA$22.00

Seasonal Cheese Board

Oysters

Rock Oysters

Natural, Mignonette DressingA$4.80

Wakame, Chili & Sesame Salad, Pickled GingerA$5.00

Bacon, Spiced Tomato "Kilpatrick"A$5.00

White Sauce, Parmesan "Mornay"A$5.00

Entrée

Flash Fried Szechwan CalamariA$21.00

Gin & Beetroot Cured Hiramasa KingfishA$24.00

Roasted King PrawnsA$28.00

Seafood ChowderA$24.00

Master Stock Braised Pork BellyA$24.00

Mushroom TortelliniA$23.00

Mains

Atlantic Salmon – Hideaway Bay (TAS)A$40.00

Coral Coast Barramundi – Bowen (QLD)A$40.00

Dusky Flathead – Wallis Lake (NSW)A$40.00

Market Fish – (Local)

300g Premium Riverine Scotch Fillet (NSW)A$52.00

250g Lamb Rump – Cowra (NSW)A$48.00

Sauces

Garlic Aioli

Yoghurt Tartare

Roasted Garlic Butter

Smoked Chili Yoghurt

Sesame & Miso Aioli

Lemon Beurre Blanc

Soy Sesame Glaze

Thyme & Pinot Noir Jus

Sides

Chat Potato & Fennel SaladA$16.00

Roasted Carrot & Vadouvan CurryA$16.00

Beer Battered ChipsA$10.00

Fried Brussels Sprouts & BaconA$16.00

Roasted PumpkinA$16.00

Grilled BroccoliA$16.00

Mixed Leaf SaladA$16.00

"Fruits de Mer" for Two

"Fruits de Mer" for TwoA$185.00

Live From the Tank

Eastern Rock Lobster – Port Macquarie (NSW)

Kids

Chicken

Fish

Calamari with Chips

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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