Driftwood - Food NSW

Jimmy This was a flavourful experience overall. The food was absolutely delicious, in particular the crudo and the toothfish. Service was excellent and the staff friendly. Drinks menu quite extensive and bar staff knowledgeable. This was the perfect spot for an extended evening- we were there for two and a half hours. I would highly recommend.

L. Kennedy Wonderful ocean views from just about every table. Not much in the way of outdoor seating. Service was excellent and food delicious!

Kylie Madigan We were in town for a work conference and Lee was just wonderful. He stopped for a chat, gave us recommendations for food (the Njord pizza and chicken pesto pizza were amazing!), checked in on us and bade us farewell. He and the team demonstrated true hospitality and we will be back next time we are in town. That and the highland cows are so damn cute!!!

Joanna World Blinds Nothing was too hard to ask for. Food is generous and tasty. Drinks were delicious I can’t believe in all my years visiting the bay I never tried this place. Kid friendly meals. Schnitzel was crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Salmon was well seasoned and cooked great.

Megan Randall We had our wedding at Saltwater and it was absolutely incredible! The team was so organised and made the whole day run seamlessly. The food was divine, our guests are still raving about the perfectly cooked steaks! Every part of the night flowed perfectly thanks to their timing and professionalism. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the bridal suite was such a beautiful, calm space to have available. The location itself is stunning, with the most amazing views. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, so well organised and truly unforgettable! Thanks team Saltwater !

Phyllis Andreou Having dinner tonight with the most beautiful sunset while eating. The food was hats off to the chef . The snapper was cooked with perfection. The salmon was soft and the vegetables were crunchy and tasty. The Barramundi fillets were wow cooked with a special touch especially those round potatoes. The dessert everyone needs one of each to try because everything deserves a gold medal couldn’t pick only one everything was delicious. The staff were very nice and friendly and always approachable. Thank you for the ongoing service with a smile. We had a lovely dinner tonight always happy to see Sam and his staff. We wouldn’t go anywhere else for seafood.

McBride Andrew “How good is food !!!” We visited here on a planned day off from a bad ski day. There were four in our party, and we had made a booking the previous day. This casual country-style restaurant is located across the road from the well-known Wild Brumby Distillery. On entry, we were greeted by the farm cat sunning itself in the window. The restaurant has a warm timber-lined raked ceiling, an open fireplace (not in use), and a mix of local and international art. The outlook is north over an external courtyard, which would be a popular spot on a warm, sunny day. We ordered beers to start while we perused the menu. We opted for the three-course menu at $85/head. While we each had our own dishes, we also shared and tasted everything—a great choice. 1st Course • Sugar-cured salmon with pickled cucumber and dill mustard sauce – The salmon was very fresh, subtle, and soft. I liked the pickled cucumbers, and the dill sauce tied it together well. • Deep-fried ricotta-stuffed zucchini flowers with aioli – My better half ordered this, but I ended up eating most of it. The batter didn’t look as light as it actually was—perfectly crisp, with a gentle ricotta filling and tender zucchini. • Pork, hazelnut, and prune terrine with spiced grape chutney and pickles – I tried a small mouthful; fresh and well-balanced. Main Course • Three of us chose the Braised beef cheek with sweet potato purée and mushroom ragout – My wife makes this dish very well; this was equally as good. Rich, hearty, and full of flavour. Every plate was cleaned. • I had the Whole baked local rainbow trout with caper and herb butter – Perfectly cooked and well-sized, with a butter sauce that matched beautifully. To share, we enjoyed a bottle of Whitehaven Pinot Noir 2022, Marlborough, New Zealand. While it wasn’t a perfect match for any single dish, it was a well-rounded, easy-drinking wine that complemented the variety of flavours across the table. Dessert • Chocolate mousse – Not on the menu as there was only one left, so I claimed it. Soft, velvety, and paired perfectly with cream. The meringue wasn’t to my taste. • Banana and date pudding with toffee sauce and ice cream – My wife makes a similar version, and this was just as good. Subtle banana flavour and perfectly matched with vanilla bean ice cream. • Buttermilk pannacotta with pineapple and pomegranate syrup – Silky texture and subtle flavour. I found the syrup balanced the dish well, though a friend thought it was too sweet. • Pecan and blueberry tart with blueberry compote – Ordered as a chocolate tart, but this was served instead. No complaints—it was excellent. We paired dessert with glasses of Lillypilly Noble Harvest Botrytis Semillon, a luscious, sweet wine with rich fruit flavours that complemented each dessert beautifully. All in all, a cosy, fun experience with friendly staff and great food. Our friends have a booking tonight, and we’ve assured them they’re in for a great night. We’ll be back. ⸻ If you like, I can now also put together that shorter, Google-review version so you have both ready to go. That one will be punchy but still capture the highlights.

Joy Iamligaya Absolutely loved our experience at Lavana Walsh Bay! The food was incredible – especially the lamb and the lobster roll, both were next level. The cocktails were amazing too, super well-balanced and delicious. The view is honestly unbeatable… you get the Harbour Bridge, the water, and all the luxury boats parked which just adds the perfect vibe to the whole place. Such a beautiful spot to relax, eat, and enjoy the scenery. Definitely coming back!

Steve Daysh We went to Amandas on the Edge a few days ago for lunch. The menu was both diverse and excellently presented and every mouthful a delight on the tastebuds. The staff- especially Kym who looked after us were professional, friendly and knowledgeable on all aspects of our meal and choice of wines. Highly recommended the venue, staff, food and wine ticked all the boxes

Grant Patch We had a family lunch for 12 yesterday and it was great... awesome view, food and service..nothing was an issue for staff.. Food and drinks were great, I think we tried almost the entire menu.. Definitely recommend..