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At "The Wharf @ Port Fairy," diners are treated to not only delicious fare but also stunning waterfront views. This restaurant, located at 29 Gipps St, has garnered rave reviews from patrons who appreciate the fresh, expertly prepared seafood and friendly service. Vanessa Wong-Lee highlights the well-battered fish and perfectly crunchy potato cakes, alongside live crayfish prepared fresh daily. Alberto Martínez praises the accommodating staff and the flavorful catch of the day, though he notes a slight uptick in price for larger parties.
The seafood platter for two, recommended by Clarisse Canton, is a feast for the senses, boasting juicy prawns, mussels in a spicy tomato sauce, and expertly cooked calamari and salmon. Each dish reflects a commitment to quality and presentation, culminating in a decadent sticky date pudding for dessert that leaves a lasting impression.
While some reviews mention minor inconveniences, like the use of bamboo utensils, the overall experience remains positive. With a welcoming atmosphere and a menu that caters to both seafood lovers and families, "The Wharf @ Port Fairy" is a destination worth exploring when visiting this charming town.
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Based on 414 reviewsThe Wharf @ Port Fairy is widely appreciated for its fresh and generously portioned seafood offerings, with particular praise for dishes like seafood platters, fish, and live crayfish prepared on-site. Customers consistently highlight the quality and flavor of the seafood, complemented by well-executed sides and desserts. The restaurant’s scenic location and welcoming atmosphere add to the overall positive dining experience. Service is often described as friendly and efficient, especially accommodating to families. Some feedback points to the restaurant’s pricing being on the higher side and occasional quirks such as bamboo cutlery causing minor inconvenience. Despite mixed opinions on certain details, the venue remains a favored spot for fresh seafood and enjoyable waterfront dining.
Amazing views and the chips are so value for money for the price. The fish are well battered and not fishy at all making it easier to eat. Loved the potato cake that was so crunchy. Outside there is live crayfish that is freshly caught on the day and cooked on the spot - definitely recommend trying!
We were here this afternoon and the experience was very positive. We ordered food for 8 adults and 7 kids. The meals were very yummy, staff fast, professional and very kindy despite our kids were a bit notty. Catch of the day (salmon) with smash potato and fresh greek salad. Beverages were tasty as well. Price a bit expensive (usually the price for 2 kids and 2 adults is around 70-80$ and today we paid 100$. I recommend this place
We came here few time and always ordered the same thing. Seafood platter for 2. For $154 the platter is generously sized with their big prawns, mussels, calamari, scallops, salmon. The best part were the prawns and mussels. Tasty and juicy for the prawns and delicious slightly spicy tomato sauce for the mussels. The calamari and salmon were perfectly cooked. We had the sticky date pudding for dessert and it was delicious. Staff are friendly and professional as always. Well done guys for surviving Covid ( we came just after Covid but with staff issues only your fish and chips corner was open). You are doing so well. Keep the smile !
There are mixed reviews and an average of 3.9 stars but don't let that deter you. We had the seafood pasta, the seafood was fresh and the flavour was magnificent. If we had another night here we would have gone back and had the same dish again, definitely worth the $40. I did find it weird that the EFTPOS machine asked me for a tip...... reminded me of the self checkout at woolies.
Great food, great service, friendly staff, great atmosphere. We thoroughly enjoyed this place. But I do have a question, why do you have Bamboo knives and forks? My husband was having a bit of trouble trying to cut through his steak roll with a Bamboo Knife. And I don't know how many forks he broke. So maybe you need to put a Steak Knife and Fork for those who have the Steak Roll. But we did enjoy our night over there in that beautiful town of Port Fairy. We will be back, hopefully sooner rather than later.
Nice view over the river, friendly staff, comfortable setting. Food was presented well, the steak was great, my squid was over cooked, a crisp Chardonnay worked well with the other fish dishes ordered. Lots of seafood options on menu. Bookings essential but they managed to squeeze us in.
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