Eye-to-eye with the Harbour Bridge and just steps from the Opera House, this waterside, alfresco restaurant markets itself as the perfect destination for an elevated, pre-theatre experience with unbeatable views.
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FRENCH BISTRO & BAR
Positioned on the water's-edge, with unparalleled views, our alfresco harbourfront restaurant is set against the iconic backdrop of Sydney Harbour and the Opera House.
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Offering an all-day dining experience, Whalebridge is a produce driven French Bistro & Bar featuring classic dishes with an emphasis on fresh seafood. Come for pre or post theatre snacks, a casual lunch, a memorable dinner or everything in between!
Group Dining
Situated in an unrivalled location, iconic views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House provide a breathtaking backdrop for your next event. Whether it’s a group get-together or special occasion our curated menus start from $89 per person, served to share. Group dining is available for parties of 10 or more. Please note for groups of 10 or more, guests are required to dine on one of our shared menus.
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New Year’s Eve
December 31
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6.30pm til late
Celebrate with front-row views of Sydney Harbour, free-flowing French Champagne and a shared menu of signature dishes. Tier 1: Waters Edge $1,500 pp. Tier 2: Harbour Views $1,200 pp.
Pre-Theatre
Everyday
Indulge in our $62 per person menu, featuring two signature courses, carefully crafted to fit your show schedule.
Happy Hour
Weekdays
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4pm-6pm
$12 Negronis & Aperol Spritz
$8 Beers, wines & spirits.
Bar location only.
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Gourmet Traveller -
Best Waterfront Restaurants in Australia
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Best of Vivid
Positioned on the Circular Quay boardwalk between the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, this French bistro and bar is so absurdly close to the action the festival’s installations may well light your table. You can enjoy a shared menu at $75 per person, featuring a twice-baked Comté soufflé, grilled John Dory and Wagyu sirloin. Full à la carte is also available.
See full article hereTimeOut Sydney -
Best Restaurants Circular Quay
Get an outdoor seat at the completely alfresco Whalebridge at sunset and, as you look over towards the Harbour Bridge and Luna Park beyond it, it’s impossible not to understand why Sydney’s harbour is considered one of the most beautiful in the world.
See full article hereQantas Travel Insider -
Best Alfresco Spots in Australia
A glistening harbour, a seafood platter on the table and the Sydney Harbour Bridge in frame: few scenes sing summer quite like this. Whalebridge is an open-air French restaurant set in the heart of Circular Quay.
See full article hereSitchu Sydney -
Best French Restaurants Sydney
Meet us at the intersection of Paris and the Pacific. What are we talking about? The dreamy harbourside restaurant, Whalebridge has one of the best addresses on the planet on the edge of the glittering harbour between the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
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Best Circular Quay Restaurants
Perched right on the waters of Circular Quay, Whalebridge is where you want to be for oysters, fresh French fare and million-dollar harbour views as the ferries pass by.
See full article hereGourmet Traveller -
Best New Year’s Eve Events
Is there a more iconic setting to ring in the new year than Sydney’s Circular Quay? Set right next to the water with an unobstructed view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Whalebridge is offering two tiers of tickets for a harbourside.
See full article hereWhat kind of restaurant is Whalebridge?
Whalebridge is a French bistro and bar on the waterfront at Circular Quay, Sydney, with views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Our Bistro serves French bistro classics and seasonal Australian seafood, and bookings are encouraged. Our Bar welcomes walk-ins, with its own bar menu of seafood, snacks and spritzes.
Where is Whalebridge and how do I get there?
Whalebridge is located at 8 & 10 East Circular Quay, Sydney NSW 2000, on the harbour. It is a short walk from Circular Quay Station, the ferries and the Sydney Opera House.
Does Whalebridge have harbour views?
Yes. Whalebridge sits directly on the waterfront at Circular Quay, with unobstructed views across Sydney Harbour to the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Gourmet Traveller has named it one of the best waterfront restaurants in Australia. To request a waterside table, see table requests.
What are Whalebridge's opening hours?
Whalebridge is open daily from 11am until late, weather permitting. Our Bar serves coffee and breakfast from 9am to 11am.
How do I book a table at Whalebridge?
Book online for our Bistro. Given the waterfront setting, booking ahead is recommended, particularly for waterside dining. Our Bar is walk-ins only.
For booking changes and reservation enquiries, email info@whalebridge.com.au or call (02) 9000 7709.
Can I request a waterside table?
Yes. If you would like a waterside, waterfront or harbour view table, please add this as a note when making your reservation. While we will always do our best to accommodate requests, specific tables cannot be guaranteed.
What is on the menu at Whalebridge?
Whalebridge serves French bistro classics and seasonal Australian seafood, alongside a considered wine and cocktail list. Signature dishes include the twice-baked Comté soufflé, steak frites with Cape Grim sirloin and Café de Paris butter, moules à la Normandy, poulet rôti, and fruits de mer platters with Sydney rock oysters, tiger prawns and lobster.
View our Bistro menu, or see all menus.
Is Whalebridge good for pre-theatre dining?
Yes. Whalebridge is just a few minutes’ walk from the Sydney Opera House and offers a two-course pre-theatre menu for $62 per person, available every day and designed to have you on your way to the show in time.
View the pre-theatre menu or book your table.
Does Whalebridge have a Happy Hour?
Yes. Join us at the Whalebridge Bar for Happy Hour every weekday from 4pm to 6pm, with $12 Negronis and Aperol Spritzes, and $8 beers, wines and spirits. Happy Hour is available in the Bar only, and walk-ins are welcome.
Does Whalebridge offer group dining?
Yes. With views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House, Whalebridge is a memorable setting for group get-togethers, celebrations and corporate occasions. Shared menus start from $89 per person, and groups of 10 or more dine from one of our shared menus.
Explore group dining at Whalebridge or email info@whalebridge.com.au to make an enquiry.
What happens to my booking if it rains?
Whalebridge is an alfresco waterfront restaurant and our dining experience is subject to weather conditions. In the event of inclement weather that may affect your booking, our team will contact you directly to discuss your options.
Where possible, we may offer an alternative booking at our sister venue Morrison’s on George Street, subject to availability, or work with you to find another suitable option.
Are there seagulls at Whalebridge?
As with anywhere along Circular Quay, seagulls are part of the waterfront environment. We ask guests not to feed the birds and recommend that food and dishes are not left unattended.
Can I make or change a reservation via Instagram?
Our Instagram is a marketing channel and is not managed by our reservations team. For all booking enquiries, reservation changes and table requests, please contact our team directly at info@whalebridge.com.au or call (02) 9000 7709.
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