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Proudfoots By The River

2 Simpson St, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia

Recommended by 74 people

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2 Simpson St, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia

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+61 484 615 055
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Proudfoots By The River

Set over the Hopkins River in a heritage boathouse, Proudfoots delivers refined regional dining and calm water vistas. Snag a table by the window or out on the terraced deck. Locals lean toward the rich seafood chowder, tender calamari, and seared scallops resting in burnt butter sauce. The kitchen also turns out distinct Aussie native plates—think crocodile pie and kangaroo shepherd’s pie—paired with regional wines or a quiet deckside flat white. Fireplace seating keeps the room warm when coastal winds blow in off the water.

  • Heritage Boathouse Setting: Perched right over the Hopkins River with expansive water views from the dining room and terraced deck.
  • Native Game & Coastal Fare: Serves regional seafood chowder and seared scallops alongside native crocodile and kangaroo shepherd's pie.
  • Milestone Celebrations: Accommodates private functions and milestones with custom set menus and dedicated rooms like Tom's Tavern.
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Why Dine at Proudfoots By The River

Discover what sets dining by the Hopkins River apart, from heritage waterside views to distinctive regional plates.

  • Historic Boathouse River Views

    Perched right over the Hopkins River in a storied boathouse setting, the venue pairs panoramic waterside scenery with refined dining.

    The location is also brilliant with great views of the Hopkins river from the historic boat house.

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  • Refined Culinary Execution

    Carefully curated entrees, mains, and regional wine pairings elevate the dining experience well beyond conventional coastal bistro fare.

    We were expecting good but classic food and got something much more refined. Everything was really good.

    Jonathan Vayn

  • Memorable Milestone Celebrations

    Dedicated event spaces and attentive event management create seamless milestone celebrations, wedding receptions, and anniversaries.

    The room was set up beautifully and the catering was superb. Thank you to all the staff who made the day so special.

    Maree Wiggins

  • Warm Multi-Generational Hospitality

    Attentive and accommodating front-of-house staff welcome multi-generational families with genuine hospitality and child-friendly care.

    The staff were so incredibly nice and accommodating. We had our 1 and a half year old with us and he had a great time too

    Melissa Heap

  • Tranquil Daytime Deck Respite

    An outdoor terraced deck overlooking the water offers a serene spot for daytime coffees, fresh scones, and peaceful riverfront stops.

    enjoyed beautiful fresh scones with coffee on the deck looking up the River.

    Vickie van Gogh

  • Unique Regional and Native Flavours

    The inventive kitchen complements regional seafood with distinctive native game specialties, including crocodile and kangaroo pies.

    The food was fantastic and different. We had cheesy garlic bread, crocodile pie, and kangaroo shepherds pie.

    Sonja Trower

Signature seafood and distinctive regional specialties by the river

  • Seafood Chowder

    And if the Seafood Chowder is on the menu stop looking - it's a must have!

    Jeff Richardson

  • Gnocchi

    The food was excellent : the gnocchi and the fish, I'd drive up there from Melbourne just to eat there and soak in the views!

    Abhilash Balakrishnan

  • Crocodile Pie

    We had cheesy garlic bread, crocodile pie, and kangaroo shepherds pie.

    Sonja Trower

  • Scallops with Burnt Butter Sauce

    Had the garlic bread first then the scollops with burnt butter sauce and cauliflower puree. And omg melt in ur mouth scollops.

    Summer Boyle

Other favorites

Breads, daytime sweets, and fireside refreshments to accompany your visit

  • Garlic Bread

    You must try the garlic bread, very delicious.

    vs gutgut

  • Fresh Scones with Coffee

    enjoyed beautiful fresh scones with coffee on the deck looking up the River

    Vickie van Gogh

  • Sticky Date Pudding

    great portion sizes for the gnocchi, barramundi pie and sticky date pudding

    Stefan Carton

  • Hot Chocolate

    Gentleman was friendly and very helpful, and he made a good hot chocolate.

    Pippy

Beyond the menu

Attentive service, bespoke event touches, and thoughtful comforts by the Hopkins River.

  • Tailored Menus and Dietary Accommodations

    The kitchen accommodates dietary requirements by preparing separate custom meals for banquet guests alongside dedicated gluten-free options that stand out from typical regional menus.

  • Thoughtful Family Accommodations

    The team readily adapts for families by keeping young children entertained with crayons and offering flexible, accommodating attention that puts parents at ease.

  • Above-and-Beyond Personal Care

    Staff demonstrate attentive hospitality that extends beyond the table, including returning left-behind belongings directly to visitors in the car park.

  • Fireside Warmth by the River

    Indoor dining features a fireside hearth that provides a cozy, warming retreat after coastal outings and regional sightseeing.

Before you head over

Practical advice on seating, accessibility, and dining options for your riverfront visit.

  • Table Placement and Scenery

    Request a window table or deck seating in advance if you want riverfront scenery, or sit near the fireplace to stay warm on colder coastal days.

  • Accessible Entry Ramp

    Guests with mobility requirements can use the venue's entrance ramp to access the restaurant without navigating the steep staircase.

  • Dietary Flexibility

    The kitchen accommodates specific dietary preferences with dedicated gluten-free options and customized catering for event menus.

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