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Work up an appetite boating, swimming or catching your own dinner in this popular coastal town.
Dining al fresco at one of Lakes Entrance's restaurants is one of the best things to do, enjoying superb waterfront views and boats bobbing along the Esplanade. The Lakes Entrance dining scene is rounded out with fish and chips to take away and enjoy on the beach, or buy fresh fish from the coop or prawns direct from the fishing boats.
There’s no going past fresh seafood from a Lakes Entrance restaurant - it's a must-do while you're in town.
Lakes Entrance restaurants
You are spoilt for dining choices at Lakes Entrance restaurants, from high-end seafood restaurants to spicy Thai, classic pub fare or the humble (but mandatory) fish and chips.
Local boy come head chef of The Atlantic, Nick Mahlook, knows fresh is best when it comes to seafood. That’s why he chose to open his top-rating seafood restaurant in Lakes Entrance. The award-winning Sodafish is a five-minute walk from the fishermen.
You’ll find even more of the ocean’s delicious bounty at Sea Shanty, a maritime-themed seafood restaurant in the centre of town and The Central Hotel, who feature the freshest, local Gippsland produce on their seafood-leaning menu.
If you like a dash of spice, get to local favourite Nick’s Thai food (it can also be eaten at The Servo).
On the foreshore, Slipway Lakes Entrance sees the likes of Gippsland Jersey, Sailors Grave Brewing and The Minotaur throwing open their food and drink stalls for outdoor dining, live music, arts events and community markets. Grab some fish and chips and take them down to the Lakes Entrance beach for a tasty family dinner.
Right on the water on Bullock Island, Off The Wharf Seafood Cafe serves up prawns, oysters and scallops fresh from the boats, best enjoyed with chips and a squeeze of lemon on the sunny outdoor deck.
Did you know that Lakes Entrance has a winery you can access via boat? Wyanga Park Winery specialise in casual wine tastings and lazy lunches in a rustic bush setting.
Nearby in Lake Tyers (about a 10 minute drive), enjoy a meal on the deck of the Lake Tyers Beach Tavern with a spectacular water view. Just next door, The General, Lake Tyers serves great coffee, fish and chips, and fresh local bread.
Catch of the day at Sodafish
Fresh seafood is at the heart of any Gippsland Lakes visit, where Australia's largest inland lakes meet Ninety Mile Beach.
Learn more about Catch of the day at SodafishLakes Entrance cafes
Find a Lakes Entrance cafe from cosy nooks to waterfront Hampton vibes.
Albert & Co cafe is a stand-out brunch spot with modern, French-provincial decor and lakeside views – be sure to grab one of their famous vanilla slices to go! Meanwhile, Funkey Monkey Café is a local favourite for generous breakfasts and epic burgers.
Opposite the footbridge in the heart of town, laid-back eatery and local music hot-spot The Servo is dishing up American BBQ goodness.
Just out of town in Kalimna, the GLaWAC Bush Café has reopened on weekdays, offering an opportunity to connect with Gunaikurnai culture through fresh, local produce featuring bush tucker and Indigenous flavours.
Where to stock up
- Pick up fresh Gippsland seafood at Off the Wharf, or enjoy it dine-in at the waterfront café.
- Big Bears Donuts are a Lakes Entrance institution offering over 20 flavours of decadent donuts.
