Good, food is good and the vibe is great, prices are INSANE but it's Sydney so what more could you…read morewish for. The service is always nice, some people are kind, some ain't.

It's been built up a lot since I came here last. I used to love coming here years ago when I lived…read morein the area. It's a Merivale establishment now and it's been totally redone. With multiple bars and food options the menu was a bit disappointing to be honest. Food being served in cardboard boxes was just a bit unappealing when you are seated outside with gorgeous views. It's also a real waste of packaging. My burger was ok and the food was pretty average for the price. I would have expected a bit more considering we were there long before the crows arrived. Staff are super nice and friendly and the ambience is good. The water spray outside is a nice touch to cool you down on a warm day. The band playing that day was pretty bad and unfortunately we were sitting very close to them which did not help. I am sure I will be back again and I hope they move to a more sustainable way of serving food in the future.

This little place is off beaten path. It seemed like it served the locals as well as tourists which…read morespeaks to its quality. We ordered prawn bowl and salmon bowl. Salmon was with rice and prawns I had with salad. You can choose whatever option suits you. A glass of Australian wine was a nice accompaniment. Service was quick. It is a small place with most of the seating outside.

They did not honor the Yelp check-in for a free beer or wine…read more.. Actually, the employee, who I believe was the owner, even said no rudely. Please delete this offer on Yelp. Quality/Quantity - If you like deep fried foods and beer, this is the place for you. Family box $82 - The calamari rings were my favorite. 3 pieces of fish, 4 prawns, 8 calamari rings, 4 oysters, chips, potato cakes, etc. All were fried well and lightly breaded, just the way I prefer. 2 sauces, which they claim were homemade...? The sweet chili sauce tasted the same as the ones I buy in a bottle. They also had tartar sauce. Lemon slices were large and fresh. Atmosphere - This place was not easy to find, in an alley and off to the side. Google maps had it in a slightly different location. Outdoor seating. Open 7 days a week from noon till 8pm. Service - Counter service. But there was a waiter, who was pretty good. Checked on us a few times, and got us everything we asked for. The owner or manager or chef whoever he was, sure did NOT like Yelp... Price - $82AUD, $56. Good value for 5 people. Okay, we are such light eaters. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success and with your 3+ locations...? Please update/delete your Yelp check-in offer.

The service was great and so was the food. Lovely place overlooking the water. I had the fish and…read morechips and they were perfect! For got to take pictures but would definitely recommend it

It's stunning restaurant without a doubt. Renovated very nicely, upscale with a homely feel with…read moretimber floors. Unfortunately due to the high ceilings and lack of soft furnishings, the venue is very noisy. If you're planning on bringing elderly with ear aids, this is definitely not the place to bring them especially in the summer when they're super busy. Although the food was very good all around, from the rib eye, salmon and the cod, it was a eat and run forget about dessert as we couldn't hear anyone talk. We were very excited to try the newly renovated place out but soon realised so did everyone else. The rooms upstairs which are meant to be ready soon were very nicely done up too. Very cozy rooms though. Just enough space for an overnighter. Great location, parking is a bit tough on a nice summer's day and overall the pricing reflects the venue.

A group of us went for our staff Christmas Lunch yesterday 20th Dec…read more The waitstaff were slow and not well trained, the restaurant was not busy!! At one point the waitstaff began removing plates before people had finished eating, twice! My friend chose the turkey lunch on the menu specifically for the Yorkshire pudding , well unless you like flat puff pastry don't bother! What a disappointment, it didn't arrive on the plate, chef had to be reminded and then .......... Hmmmmmm not to be repeated!!! Food was tasty but won't bother going back!

Food was really. Good. I orders up the oyster which were tasty. The Salmon was delicious with…read moreroasted potatoes and broccolini. I also had the garden salad which was fresh healthy and a good portion. The bar tender was able to make a classic martini unlike my previous review. Service was on point and at tentative and the ambience mellow classic. There should be more people eating here but it was a Tuesday night. Would I eat here again. Yes.

(Mainly if you are Asian) The front desk Aussie said "you're not just gon order some nibbles right?…read moreGoing to actually get mains?" And was bit rushing and zero patience in her tonality and delivery when talking to us. Didnt like how she had to even ask that. Even when taking orders, there was a slight sprinkle of condescending speaking. Food is good at least though but bad rng just walking in and getting that person. Also the bites had no bay bugs in them, just mac n cheese. Also had to get to waiter to pay instead of them coming to you.

This is an excellent restaurant! We walked to it after snorkeling near Betty's Beach. Their…read morecocktail list is imaginative. It was lunch so I had an IPA. Tasty. We had the focaccia and it is delicious. My wife loves king prawns. They were grilled to perfection and the shell and finger wash bowls was nice to utilize. The special was stuffed zucchini flowers. The salmon mousse blended well with the light coating and they were fried perfectly. Dessert looked great but we were stuffed so we had to just look. Happy memories as we ferried back to Circular Quay.

I've been here twice. This year I took mum there for our Mother's Day tradition of fish and chips…read more And 8 years ago, when we started that very tradition at Lifeboat Seafood. This place isn't nearby, it's a hike. You and the pickup private aren't going to be able to do it in 45 flat. Going to Brooklyn, you should probably plan for the day. It's a long drive, and once you are there, it is very serene and a place you may want to wander around in for an hour or two to soak up the atmosphere. This is an interesting contrast to the busy freeway that you turn off to get to this little jewel on the Hawkesbury. Lifeboat is located right near the wharf/marina. It is a very vibey spot and nearby are a number of fish 'n' chips venues, restaurants and cafes. There is also a park nearby for the kids. The Anglers Rest, which you'll pass on your way in, is an absolute hive of activity. A favourite with bikers from all walks, it has been packed to the absolute rafters the last two times I've been through. Both times I've been to Lifeboat it has been booked solid. Because there was only two of us, they managed to squeeze us in, but I recommend getting a reservation if you choose to go here. They do tend to turnover couples tables quite quickly but groups settle in, and have a few bottles and gorge on platters so they can take their time. Food-wise I've had a whole fish (the first visit) which was absolutely delicious from first to last bite. I've also done the standard battered fish and chips on my last visit. The batter is light, fluffy and flaky and the chips are thick-cut, tasty and crispy. It's DIY seasoning and condiments. Mum came back here a couple of months later for her bday with a large group of friends and they got the seafood platter, which is a multi-tiered orgiastic feast for the senses. If you are a seafood lover you may go into convulsions when this is plonked on the table. It looks absolutely superb. Service is great. The ladies in charge make sure that you are enjoying your meal. There are some downsides. Initially it can be difficult to find the place. We hadn't been here in a long time and the signage isn't exactly in your face. It also can be very difficult to get a car park, due to the almost too busy nature of the location itself, being a hub for a range of activities.

Great fresh cooked seafood, mussels are great. Has fresh catch of the day options.read more

Stroll like a dandy down Dee Why promenade of a weekend morning and you'll see a few cafes with…read morezero people in them and one with all the people in them. Literally all of them, like some giant baby has been using them as toys and is jamming them all into one room of a huge Barbie play house for it's own infantile amusement. It doesn't make any sense, only, it totally does. The cafe is Seachange. and the reason it's so beloved by locals is three-fold: the servings are huge (no fleck of steak on a giant white plate here), they're happy to change absolutely anything on your order without any pissy whining or "No, the chef would kill me" type excuses, and the staff and management are unbelievably friendly. Wulf (sp?) made sure our group got a table inside to protect the little baby we had with us from the sun, and even though he was run off his feet stopped by the table a few times to drop jokes. I had the acai brekky bowl with banana and strawberry and bircher, at $15.90 it's the healthiest way to start the day while still feeling like you're eating ice cream. The Local with tons of bacon, eggs, and a potato rosti is also a winner, as is, oh, pretty much anything on the menu. When you're done, slop across the road and roll about on the beach like a walrus. Trust me, it's great.

One and a half years later, it still has maintained that same quality. Nice and efficient service,…read moregreat portions and good food. The coffee ($3.80) is enjoyable (excellent latte art by the way!) and the view is simply perfect. I love coming here when catching up with friends. Their toasted Turkish sandwiches are still my favourite ($15 and a large portion). Nothing better than consistency and they have it here. Highly recommended!!

This is a pretty hip feeling burger joint. Bright colours, lights, awesome staff with huge beards,…read moretasty burgers. The place was dead, this was because I ordered my meal at 5. Too late for lunch and too early for dinner, but they were cool and take my order. As mine was the first order for the evening the wait time was nothing. The burger was mighty fine. Soft bun with enough saltiness from the pickle and cheese to compliment a very greazy double patty. The onion rings added a nice crunch. Reminds me of the classic American burger. The shoe strong fries was perfectly fried and salted. A decent portion too. So much food meant that I couldn't order any dessert. Much sadness. Happy to return here again one day.

From the owner: We're a locally owned business notorious for serving up the Northern Beaches' tastiest burgers,…read morefreshest beers, funkiest cocktails and craziest desserts.