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The BOX on the Water

4.5
4.5
1840 Reviews
$41 to $100
Modern Australian

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
The BOX on the Water is situated in prime position on both the Ettalong foreshore and beach. Its absolute waterfront location has panoramic views out across Broken Bay to its namesake, Box Head, and over to Sydney's northern beaches.

Architecturally designed with a stylish, modern aesthetic, The BOX on the Water restaurant, bar and beach kiosk is just an hour and a half drive from central Sydney or twenty five minutes on the passenger ferry from Palm Beach.

Both the restaurant and kiosk offer fresh, modern Australian cuisine and friendly, efficient service. Experience stylish, casual, 'fun dining' with arguably the best outlook on the Coast!
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Kiosk Daily 7:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Wed, Sun 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:45 am–3:00 pm Sunset sips Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is free parking bays along the foreshore next to The BOX and plenty of street parking very close.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

  • Hot & Cold Seafood Feast (Minimum. 2 people)

    A$89.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our hot & cold seafood feast Kids menu available for children under 12 years old for $15pp. Please see our website for the menu
  • The Box Grazing Feast (min. 2 people)

    A$89.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Push the boat out and experience our four course summer grazing feast, curated by owners Monique & Natasha. Our grazing feast showcases everything we love to eat this season, and includes an optional wine pairing to complement each course. Full menu available via our website.

What 1,840 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Central Coast

    Best Overall

  • Central Coast

    Best Food

  • Central Coast

    Best Service

  • Central Coast

    Best Ambiance

  • Central Coast

    Best Value

  • Central Coast

    Good for business meals

  • Central Coast

    Healthy

  • Central Coast

    Hot spot

  • Central Coast

    Neighborhood gem

  • Central Coast

    Good for special occasions

  • Central Coast

    Lively

  • Central Coast

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The BOX on the Water offers an unforgettable dining experience with "amazing food" and "spectacular views" over Ettalong Beach. Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive staff," providing a "wonderful atmosphere" for special occasions. While the menu focuses on seafood, the diverse options and "delicious desserts" ensure every visit is memorable.

1,840 Reviews
  1. Lee

    Sydney7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party of 6 had a fabulous evening at The Box. We have dined here many times and it’s consistently good.

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  2. Rodney

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience for my wife’s 50th thank you to your entire team!

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  3. denise

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming to Box for many years now. It is and always has been our favourite restaurant on the Coast. The food and service is consistently good and we have never had a bad experience here. Highly recommended to all our family and friends. This restaurant is the perfect place to showcase what the Central Coast has to offer. The view and ambience are second to none. We are both Hospitality workers from Sydney originally, so understand how hard it is to run a restaurant, keep good staff and have have amazing meals coming out of the kitchen every time. Box on the Water ticks all these boxes. Not to be missed!

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  4. Anni

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely meal and the staff were sweethearts. Would love to come back on a warm night highly recommend

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  5. Russell

    Sydney1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great location and perfect for lunch with friends. The food was excellent with the service friendly and relaxed. Exactly what we were looking for. We'll certainly be back.

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  6. Karen

    Sunshine Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely lunch for my birthday, with my son and his two young children. The staff were very attentive and pleasant.

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  7. Lea

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dined here with friends for Valentine’s dinner. Food was fabulous and service was top notch. Had a great night!

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  8. Ian and Shelley

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful evening with fantastic bfood and beautiful views . Thank you so much

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  9. Graham

    New South Wales3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The outlook at this restaurant is superb. Not so keen in the main courses, however the duck was superb. The wait staff are very attentive, just wish that they would keep an eye on one's drink level in glass. We love The Box and it is a prime restaurant to celebrate at. Wine list excellent.

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  10. Louise

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superior food and wine Stunning view. Excellent service.

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FAQs

The BOX on the Water is rated 4.5 stars by 1840 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The BOX on the Water

Ettalong Foreshore, The Esplanade, Ettalong Beach, AU-NSW 2257

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Kiosk Daily 7:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Wed, Sun 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:45 am–3:00 pm Sunset sips Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is free parking bays along the foreshore next to The BOX and plenty of street parking very close.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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