Restaurant
Pelicans Landing
1 Syme St, Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia
Find Pelicans Landing
1 Syme St, Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia
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Book NowAbout Pelicans Landing
Waterfront dining right on Williamstown’s dockside pairs panoramic Melbourne skyline views with generous coastal feasts. Group celebrations settle in beside Hobson’s Bay for sprawling seafood platters and heaping bowls of chilli-spiked marinara spaghetti tossed with crab, pipis, and calamari. Weekday regulars know to swing by for pub classics like crisp parmas and steak specials that bundle a pint without skimping on quality. From the bar, French Martinis and spritzes flow easily alongside an unexpected cigar list. Diners often round out the table with the warm sticky date pudding drenched in rich butterscotch sauce.
- Bay & Skyline Views: Panoramic vistas across Hobson’s Bay directly framing the Melbourne city skyline and marina yachts.
- Loaded Seafood: Heaping bowls of marinara spaghetti with crab and pipis, crisp calamari, and massive share platters.
- Weekday Counter Specials: Budget-friendly weekday specials offering generous mains paired with an included beer or wine.
- Tailored Celebrations: Dedicated event planning that keeps large group milestones and wedding receptions running seamlessly.
What's On at Pelicans Landing
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Reasons to Choose Pelicans Landing
Why guests choose Pelicans Landing for waterside gatherings, casual value, and milestone celebrations
Value-Packed Weekday Meal Bundles
Daily weekday promotions bundle hearty classics like rump steak, pasta, and parmigiana with an included drink at accessible price points.
bar meals - $24 each + comes with a drink
Andy Vuong Seamless Dedicated Event Management
Dedicated coordination by the on-site functions manager ensures private gatherings, corporate bookings, and weddings run smoothly.
Her professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail make every event run smoothly.
Aaron Camilleri Panoramic Marina and Skyline Backdrop
Front-row tables look directly over the Williamstown docks, moored boats, and the distant Melbourne skyline across Hobson's Bay.
a stunning waterline view of Hobson’s Bay. Honestly, breathtaking doesn’t even cover it.
renii_mia High-Spirited Late-Night Atmosphere
Evenings bring a vibrant energy with late-night bar service, cocktail pairings, and lively karaoke entertainment.
It also happened to be karaoke night, which made the atmosphere even better with everyone getting up to sing and enjoy themselves.
Dylan Effortless Group and Family Hosting
Large group dining is accommodated effortlessly with generous share platters, seafood paella, and attentive team service.
I came with a group of 13 people, and the team handled us with impressive ease.
rob A Thoughtful Milestone Celebrations
Milestone birthdays and celebrations receive thoughtful personal gestures, from impromptu table decorations to cakes with sparklers.
Staff were Wonderful.....especially for bringing out a cake & sparkler for his birthday.
Barbara Milner
Most popular items
Customer favorites that anchor waterfront dining and celebratory gatherings
Seafood Platter
Omg best seafood plater we have ever had .....we arrived from Perth WA in November 2025 that day first night in Melbourne wow great value great variety....yum yum yum...
Karen Williams Chicken Parmigiana
I especially enjoyed the Chicken Parma paired with a Four Pines Ale.
Joey Milanese Steak Sandwich
The best steak sandwich ever, although it looks fancy, it is a generous meal and with flavours that a fair dinkum steak sandwich should taste like.
Jim T Spaghetti Marinara
Then came the marinara spaghetti with crab, prawns, scallops, pipis, mussels, calamari, fish pieces, chilli, garlic and oil. OMG. I honestly could not fault it
renii_mia
Beyond the menu
Attentive gestures and personal celebration details that elevate waterside dining
Complimentary Milestone Desserts
Guests celebrating milestones are treated to thoughtful surprises from the team, including bringing out complimentary birthday tiramisu to celebrate with your party.
Celebratory Table Decor & Birthday Serenades
When hosting landmark family birthdays, the staff go above and beyond by decorating the table with a festive balloon and singing directly to the guest of honor.
Sparkler Cake Presentations
Milestone parties receive custom presentation touches, such as bringing out cakes illuminated with celebratory sparklers.
Dedicated Event Coordination Guidance
Special occasions and wedding receptions receive hands-on coordination and planning reassurance led by dedicated function manager Katerina.
Before you head over
Practical advice on parking, table reservations, and ordering to make your waterfront visit seamless
Prepare the Parking App in Advance
Street parking near the restaurant can be difficult, and the local council meters do not accept physical credit cards. Download the local parking payment app beforehand to ensure you make your booking smoothly.
Book Ahead for Balcony & Waterfront Tables
Walk-ins risk facing long waits as tables can be packed, especially during peak afternoon and evening dining. Reserve ahead and request outdoor balcony seating if you want uninterrupted views of the bay and city skyline.
Clarify Sides and Order Desserts Promptly
If dining during bustling services or ordering daily specials, double-check side substitutions and communicate dessert orders early with floor staff to keep meal pacing seamless.
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