Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

4.7

893 Reviews

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Fancy

Bridgewater Restaurant's 1st floor dining room offers a river and city view unsurpassed in Townsville

The modern Australian open plan coastal design creates a stylish, relaxed atmosphere inviting you to linger over a lazy lunch or an intimate dinner with family and friends.

Our carefully crafted menu highlights local, seasonal produce with premium quality, authentic ingredients. Combined they form a diverse, modern and flavour focused dining experience.

Botaniq Wine, Gin and Cocktail Bar evolved to share our love of wines and spirits from Australia and around the world.
Wines by the glass are a feature with a wide selection between Bridgewater and Botaniq Bar. Drop in for a Gin before dinner or make a night of it with grazing bar food to share.

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Additional information

Location
2/2 Dibbs Street, South Townsville, AU-QLD 4810
Phone number
(07) 4420 4000
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Modern Australian
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking on Dibbs St, Anthony St and Tomlin St. Additional parking available in front of Tiny Mountain Brewery a 5 min walk to the restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Experiences

5 Course Degustation Menu
A$100.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Explore our 5 course Tasting Menu, combining various textures and flavours of culinary delights.
ANZAC Day Charity Progressive Dinner
A$195.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
FRIDAY 25TH April 6pm. Take your taste buds on a Modern Australian & New Zealand Tour with our Progressive Dinner between JAM and Bridgewater Restaurants. Each restaurant will create their finest 4 Courses with 4 Hours of Matched Wines as we transport you with a tantalising night of fine dining. Booking Here Starts Your Adventure at Bridgewater Restaurant to enjoy a Modern Australian Appetiser & Entrée with Wines will be served to start your evening, pit stop in the Botaniq for a refreshing beverage then all diners depart for JAM to enjoy New Zealand Main , Desserts and Wines. If your boots are made for walking, march with us for night of delicious discovery and help raise funds for The Oasis Townsville supporting Veterans and our serving Defence Community

Roast chicken + chive wontonsA$25.00
orange chilli sauce, cashew, textures
Citrus cured salmonA$28.00
pearl + herb emulsion, creamy coconut, blood orange
Spanner crab souffleA$31.00
Mooloolaba Spanner crab, chive+ manchego souffle, manchego cream sauce
ScallopsA$28.00
compressed pineapple, chilli, herbs, peanut sauce
CalamariA$27.00
pickled courgettes, sherry onions, ginger mayo, salt bush, Calabrian sardella
Western Plains free range pork cotolettaA$29.00
ravigote sauce, fennel, walnuts, lemon

Main

Pumpkin + ricotta rotoloA$36.00
asparagus cream, pine nut-kale, textures
Paccheri pastaA$44.00
with calamari, prawns, clams, marinara sauce
SalmonA$46.00
crab + corn zucchini flower, lime + herb labneh, herbs, pearls
Chargrilled ChickenA$40.00
gochujang glaze, Asian greens, kimchi, peanuts
Kiewa Valley Lamb loinA$44.00
beetroot + vino cotto relish, goat cheese honey, kale + tarragon textures
Duck breastA$47.00
confit duck brik cigar, compressed pear, barberry paste, beetroot
John Dee Supergold MSA 300gm SirloinA$50.00
ricotta gnocchi, cauliflower clotted cream, sherry onions, jus
450gm MSA Rib on the BoneA$56.00
ricotta gnocchi, cauliflower clotted cream, sherry onions, jus

Sides

Caesar SaladA$13.00
cos, pancetta + crouton textures, 65-degree egg, parmesan dressing
Crispy Brussel sproutsA$12.00
chorizo jam, walnuts, garlic-yoghurt
Tempura broccoliniA$12.00
kimchi dressing, pine nuts
FriesA$12.00
charred shallot aioli
Panko eggplantA$13.00
harissa butter, lemon capers

Dessert

Dark chocolate ganacheA$19.00
chocolate soil, malt ice cream, charred marshmallow, blackberry
Kaffir lime bruleeA$19.00
strawberry + native pepper berry ice cream
PavlovaA$19.00
dark chocolate ganache, spiced pumpkin ice cream, honey
AffogatoA$19.00
house-made vanilla bean ice-cream, chocolate crumble, espresso, Baileys

What 893 people are saying

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Tropical North Queensland
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Good for business meals
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Great for creative cocktails
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Healthy
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Good for special occasions
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Most Booked

Review summary

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Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar is a culinary delight with "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Its "delicious meals" and "extensive wine list" create an unforgettable dining experience. The "beautiful view" and "romantic ambiance" enhance special occasions. While a bit noisy at times, the "superb degustation" and attentive staff make it a must-visit in Townsville.

893 Reviews

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Yvonne
Sydney3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The whole evening was wonderful, the food was amazing, regardless what you order, the best restaurant in Townsville
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OpenTable Diner
New South Wales1 review
3.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
2 of us ordered steak which was far too salty and they forgot one of the sides that were ordered
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JACQUELINE
Tropical QLD1 review
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was wonderful so many amazing flavours and beautifully presented. Staff were friendly and efficient.
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Angela
Tropical QLD1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fine dining but also great value. Never been disappointed yet.
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Samantha
Tropical QLD1 review
2.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very extensive wine list. Very Friendly staff. Nice atmosphere.
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Ted
Tropical QLD3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Premium experience, very good food with staff very friendly and explaining all dishes enthusiastically. Will come again!!!
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Cettina
Tropical QLD1 review
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We decided on the degustation menu & are so glad we did, every course was absolutely fabulous. We paired with the wines, which were exceptional. The service was outstanding, all staff were friendly & attentive, we will definitely be back!
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Luke
Tropical QLD4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We did the five course menu for Valentine’s Day but on the Saturday. The food was amazing. Each course was something completely different. The staff were very attentive and knowledgeable. Highly recommend for dinner, just be prepared to be a bit full, so don’t plan a night of dancing after!
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Keira
Victoria2 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Came in for lunch. Absolutely loved the food we were presented and loved the atmosphere we were surrounded in. The cocktails were delicious and the staff were very friendly. Only negative would be that we ordered the 5 course degustation menu, waited over an hour for the first course to come out and by 2.5 hours we had to leave without the 5th course (dessert).
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Amanda
Tropical QLD4 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Hello, l chose the duck and it wasn't cooked through so raw in part, if this is the intend meal, l would like to have know that. We had almost eaten our meal when someone came by to ask how everything was. I responded good, what else do you say . The meal was ordinary and yes as a customer you have an expectation and that wasn't meet. The menu didn't grab us, it doesn't describe what your actually getting so it's a real surprise when it arrives, then wondering what everything is, not a fan
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FAQs

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (07) 4420 4000.

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 893 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

2/2 Dibbs Street, South Townsville, AU-QLD 4810

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(07) 4420 4000
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Modern Australian
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking on Dibbs St, Anthony St and Tomlin St. Additional parking available in front of Tiny Mountain Brewery a 5 min walk to the restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

5 Course Degustation Menu

ANZAC Day Charity Progressive Dinner

To Start

Marinated Sicilian OlivesA$18.00

House baked flat breadA$16.00

Pumpkin & Smoked Cheese AranciniA$20.00

Entrée

Roast chicken + chive wontonsA$25.00

Citrus cured salmonA$28.00

Spanner crab souffleA$31.00

ScallopsA$28.00

CalamariA$27.00

Western Plains free range pork cotolettaA$29.00

Main

Pumpkin + ricotta rotoloA$36.00

Paccheri pastaA$44.00

SalmonA$46.00

Chargrilled ChickenA$40.00

Kiewa Valley Lamb loinA$44.00

Duck breastA$47.00

John Dee Supergold MSA 300gm SirloinA$50.00

450gm MSA Rib on the BoneA$56.00

Sides

Caesar SaladA$13.00

Crispy Brussel sproutsA$12.00

Tempura broccoliniA$12.00

FriesA$12.00

Panko eggplantA$13.00

Dessert

Dark chocolate ganacheA$19.00

Kaffir lime bruleeA$19.00

PavlovaA$19.00

AffogatoA$19.00

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