What should I order at Sailors' Rest?
Sailors' Rest
Salt & Pepper Squid
Mentioned multiple times as crispy, well-seasoned, and delicious, often paired well with sides like Asian noodle salad, making it a standout seafood dish.
Fish & Chips
Frequently recommended for being made just right with a crunchy beer batter; praised for freshness and portion size, making it a classic favorite.
Fettuccine Marinara
Highly recommended for its fresh seafood and rich, perfectly cooked tomato sauce, though one review noted it could be a bit more al dente.
Steak Frites Roll
Described as very tasty and memorable, with one reviewer stating they would drive from Melbourne just to have it again.
Pork Belly Bites
Recommended for their exceptional tenderness and melt-in-the-mouth quality, making them a must-try for pork lovers.
Chicken and Mango Salad
Noted for being delicious and paired well with mango relish and wedges, creating a satisfying meal option.
Seafood Platter
Praised for generous portions and incredibly fresh seafood, making it a great choice for seafood enthusiasts.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 1 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
About Sailors' Rest
Edwardian space with a global menu and a kid-friendly vibe, plus a veranda and streetside seating.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Sailors' Rest known for?
Sailors' Rest is best known for fish and chips and calamari, especially the pepper squid and salt and pepper squid that reviewers describe as crispy, well seasoned, and well cooked. The waterfront location across from the water in Geelong also comes up often as part of the appeal.
What dishes are most recommended at Sailors' Rest?
Reviewers most often recommend the fish and chips, pepper squid, salt and pepper squid with Asian noodle salad, seafood platter, and mussels. Other dishes called out positively include the steak frites roll, pork belly bites, and prawn and chorizo spaghetti, with comments about generous portions and fresh seafood.
What is the atmosphere like at Sailors' Rest?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, historic, and trendy, with light-filled dining rooms, outdoor areas overlooking the water, and a relaxed background music feel. It suits groups, families, solo diners, and also works for a chilled date or catch-up with friends.
Is Sailors' Rest good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is A$20 to 40, and reviewers repeatedly say the food is reasonably priced or accessible for the quality. Several mention generous portions and fresh seafood, with examples like fish and chips at A$30 and a Wagyu beef burger at A$26.50.
Do you need a reservation or should you plan for a wait?
Lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, especially because reviewers mention the place getting busy on weekends and during graduation lunches. One review noted a 15-minute wait on a busy weekend, so arriving earlier or booking ahead is a practical choice.
Is parking available at Sailors' Rest?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Sailors' Rest have vegetarian options?
Yes, Sailors' Rest offers vegan options.
Is the food at Sailors' Rest halal?
Yes, Sailors' Rest serves halal food.
Is Sailors' Rest kid-friendly?
Yes, Sailors' Rest is good for kids.
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