1 / 3Merimbula Aquarium & Wharf Restaurant
📍 Merimbula, NSW
Waterfront dining venue on Merimbula wharf combining a small aquarium with a full-service seafood restaurant. Staff are knowledgeable about the marine displays. Bookings recommended — walk-ins are accommodated when capacity allows.
Amazing all around. Service, food and atmosphere. There was a man, possibly the owner who was very informative about the aquarium and took the time to explain some facts to my son 10/10
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families wanting to combine a genuine dining experience with a marine encounter on the South Coast. Children get hands-on engagement from knowledgeable staff at the aquarium, then transition directly to a quality waterfront meal. The restaurant is on the premium end for Merimbula — set expectations accordingly.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Charmaine Mangat
2 months ago
“Amazing all around. Service, food and atmosphere. There was a man, possibly the owner who was very informative about the aquarium and took the time to explain some facts to my son 10/10”
hardtruckin1
3 months ago
“We arrived as a walk-in and the front of house was amazing in being able to get us onto a table on a seemingly busy day for it. We ordered a garlic bread, prawn cutlets and a calamari dish. Food was to die for…the prawns were cooked perfectly in our experience, and the calamari matched it. Can’t wait to come back”
Fitastic PT
4 months ago
“From the moment I booked on the phone I knew it was going to be lovely lunch at the Merimbula Wharf. I booked with Anthony and he was ever so helpful and a delight to talk to. I didn’t get to meet Anthony when we dined in but we were looked after John, who was so accommodating. The food was delicious and service impeccable. The view is amazing. As John knew it was my partners 50th he bought out some chocolate cake with a candle and sparkler on it. Such a beautiful surprise for us all. It was one of the best experiences we have had for such a long time and the hospitality was second to none. We are from Melbourne and it seems the coast of NSW know how to look after people when they are dining. We also looked in the Aquarium which was the highlight for our toddler. Thanks Anthony, John and the crew. All the best and see you again one day :) Cassandra, Darren & Bailey”
Elisabeth Taylor
3 months ago
“Gorgeous New Year’s Eve dinner with a lovely warm atmosphere. Outstanding service from a highly trained, attentive, professional and enthusiastic team serving food, which is on a par with the best Sydney restaurants. The Farandole of Petits Desserts was out of this world. The place to be in Merimbula tonight!”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Merimbula Aquarium and Wharf Restaurant pairs marine displays with waterfront dining on the NSW South Coast. The aquarium component is small and informative — staff, possibly including the owner, engage directly with visitors and share facts about the marine life. The restaurant serves locally sourced seafood with ocean views; reviewers single out prawn cutlets and calamari as standouts.
