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Doyles on the Beach - Doyles on the Beach, Watsons Bay, AU-NSW

Doyles on the Beach

4.5 (3332)
$41 to $100
Seafood
11 Marine Parade, Watsons Bay, AU-NSW 2030

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
On this, The restaurants original site, Doyles on the Beach opened Australia's first seafood restaurant in 1885. We have been family owned and operated for over 5 generations.

The restaurant internationally famous and a mecca for Sydneysiders and tourists alike, offering a stunning range of fresh seafood for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

Family Friendly, Great for date night!, indoor & outdoor dining located right next to the beach. We cater for families, business lunches, special events, weddings & special occasions. private rooms available.

Visit our newly opened open-air Garden Bar (open daily 11.30am - late) , try one of our refreshing cocktails, a draught beer or a glass of wine before dining in the restaurant or why not order from the garden bar menu. (reservations excepted for both the restaurant & garden bar)

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:30 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:45 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:45 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Doyles on the Beach is Perfect for any special occasion! We are family owned since 1885 and famous for serving the freshest of available seafood right on Sydney Harbour.
  • Neighborhood
    Watsons Bay
  • Cross street
    Military Road
  • Parking details
    Our car park is located at the rear of the restaurant (car park address 3 Cliff St, Watsons Bay) street parking is also available nearby. ‎
  • Public transit
    Sydney Ferries, Sydney Buses, Taxi's and Water Taxi's.We have a car park at the rear of the restaurant. (car park address 3 Cliff Street, Watsons Bay)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,332 people are saying

Doyles on the Beach reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Doyles on the Beach boasts an "iconic location" with stunning Sydney Harbour views. Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and "delicious seafood", making it a memorable dining experience. Some critiques mention the need for updates and occasional slow service, but the "breathtaking scenery" and "unforgettable atmosphere" keep patrons returning.
3,332 Reviews
  1. David

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The two young staff where fantastic the older lady was a bit abrupt Food and venue was fantastic

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  2. Kerri

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious seafood in an ideal setting. Good value for money.

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  3. Tanimporn

    Hokkaido1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seafood was so fresh. The services was excellent! Nice restaurant.

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  4. Georgina

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We come each year for our Anniversary and Doyles never disappoints. Wonderful all round.

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  5. 美海

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    レストランとガーデンがあり、 レストランを利用。素敵な経験ができました! 接客も素晴らしかった! ありがとうございました。

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  6. Morgan

    San Francisco3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance. Good menu. A little pricey. Three tiny scallops drowned in a butter sauce. Tasty but not substantial for the cost. Great mussels which made up for that a little bit.

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  7. Tracy

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was on my bucket list and it lived up to all expectations

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  8. Kate

    West Sussex2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never fails to impress; view, food, service, happy days.

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  9. Simon

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great as per usual and we were very happy with our table. The floor staff were exceptional - they made our celebration a memorable one.

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  10. Pamela

    London20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely location, great views of Sydney Harbour. Good food and service.

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FAQs

Doyles on the Beach is rated 4.5 stars by 3332 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Sydney
  4. Eastern Suburbs
  5. Watsons Bay

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Doyles on the Beach

11 Marine Parade, Watsons Bay, AU-NSW 2030

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Military Road
  • Neighborhood
    Watsons Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:30 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:45 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:45 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Our car park is located at the rear of the restaurant (car park address 3 Cliff St, Watsons Bay) street parking is also available nearby. ‎
  • Public transit
    Sydney Ferries, Sydney Buses, Taxi's and Water Taxi's.We have a car park at the rear of the restaurant. (car park address 3 Cliff Street, Watsons Bay)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Doyles on the Beach is Perfect for any special occasion! We are family owned since 1885 and famous for serving the freshest of available seafood right on Sydney Harbour.
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