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What to order
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Wood-Fired Pizza
Recommended multiple times for its smoky flavour, crisp crust, and fresh, well-balanced toppings; several reviewers specifically praised it as delicious and ideal for casual dining.
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Coffee
Frequently recommended for being consistently excellent, with reviewers calling the coffee great, perfect, and a highlight of their weekend visits.
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Burrata
Called a must-try by one reviewer, standing out as a delicious menu item that guests specifically singled out for its quality.
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Seafood Platter
Praised as very generous and a favourite during Christmas lunch, with reviewers highlighting both the portion size and the overall enjoyment of the dish.
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Hash Brown
Strongly recommended because it impressed a reviewer with its texture, described as crispy outside and soft inside, making it a standout item.
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Pumpkin Salad
Mentioned positively for being delicious and unique, with a filling combination of acorn squash, quinoa, and hummus.
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Banana Bread
Recommended as homemade, moist, tasty, and not overly sweet, making it a well-liked baked item.
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Raspberry Muffin
Praised for being moist, fluffy, berry-filled, and satisfying enough to feel like a meal on its own.
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Brownie
Included among the homemade treats that reviewers found moist and tasty, with a balanced sweetness.
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Dips and Soft Bread
Mentioned as a favourite part of the Christmas lunch, appreciated for complementing the meal and being enjoyable alongside the generous spread.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM to 5 PM |
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| Tuesday | 9 AM to 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30 AM to 5 PM |
About The Boathouse
Restaurant decked out in tin and wood, with an outdoor terrace, plus a Modern Mediterranean menu.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is The Boathouse known for?
The Boathouse is especially known for its riverfront setting and wood-fired pizza, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the Maribyrnong River views and the relaxed deck by the water. It is also popular for calamari and fish and chips, which come up often alongside praise for the friendly service.
What dishes are most recommended at The Boathouse?
Reviewers most often highlight the pizza, calamari, fish and chips, and chilli scrambled eggs. The pizza is described as wood-fired and smoky, while the breakfast dishes and seafood are praised for being consistently good and well prepared.
What is the atmosphere like at The Boathouse?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and trendy, with an outdoor terrace and a fireplace that adds warmth on cooler days. It suits couples, groups, and families, and reviewers mention that it works well for relaxed lunches, breakfast meetups, and private functions like wedding dinners and birthdays.
Is The Boathouse good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is A$20 to A$40, which fits a casual sit-down meal with drinks or coffee. Reviewers describe the food as consistently good and the service as attentive, so the value is often tied to the riverfront location, generous portions, and the overall dining experience.
What should I know before visiting The Boathouse?
Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, especially because the cafe can get busy and some reviewers mention wait times during rush periods. If you want a quieter visit, the river-facing deck and weekday meals may feel more relaxed than peak weekend service.
Is parking available at The Boathouse?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Boathouse have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Boathouse offers vegan options.
Is The Boathouse kid-friendly?
Yes, The Boathouse is good for kids.
