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The Cerberus Beach House

16 Cerberus Way, Boat shed, 212 Half Moon Bay, Black Rock VIC 3193, Australia

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16 Cerberus Way, Boat shed, 212 Half Moon Bay, Black Rock VIC 3193, Australia

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+61 3 9533 4028
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Cerberus Beach House

Perched over Half Moon Bay, this boat-shed hideaway pairs front-row shipwreck vistas with serious bayside seafood. Upstairs, the dining room buzzes through golden hour as diners settle into window tables for seared scallops, wild-caught barramundi, and crisp saganaki drizzled with hot honey. Downstairs, sandy-footed beachgoers line up at the kiosk for fresh flathead and chips wrapped to go. Those in the know time their visit for the early evening glow, savoring tender duck breast alongside a smart wine pour while the sun dips beneath the water.

  • Front-Row Bay Views: Upstairs tables look straight out across Half Moon Bay and the historic HMS Cerberus shipwreck, especially dramatic at sunset.
  • Ocean-Driven Dining: Kitchen favorites span pan-seared scallops, wild barramundi, hot honey saganaki, and prawn and crab linguini.
  • Dining Room & Beach Kiosk: The venue operates an upstairs dining room alongside a casual ground-level kiosk serving fresh-fried fish, chips, and coffee.
RestaurantAustralianFish & ChipsRestaurantTakeaway

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Why Choose The Cerberus Beach House

From elevated seafood overlooking the bay to casual beachfront fish and chips, discover why guests choose The Cerberus Beach House.

  • Panoramic Sunset Dining Over Half Moon Bay

    Guests dine right along the water overlooking Half Moon Bay and the historic shipwreck, with sunset vistas that anchor special evenings.

    To watch the sunset over the bay while enjoying great food in great company is an experience that we won’t forget.

    Steven Coe

  • Shipwreck Vistas from the Upstairs Dining Room

    Floor-to-ceiling vistas create an immersive maritime backdrop where diners can gaze out across the water and the nearby HMS Cerberus wreck.

    The restaurant is located on the first floor, overlooking the sea and HMS Cerberus shipwreck while you dine

    Wickd Chin

  • Crisp Beachfront Fish and Chips from the Kiosk

    The ground-floor kiosk serves freshly prepared catch of the day in crisp batter alongside chips and coffee right by the sand.

    I opted for the catch of the day, battered and perfectly fried with a generous portion of chips and a side of tartare sauce.

    Miha Grilj

  • Curated Mid-Week Set Menu Value

    A structured weekday dining option pairs a selected starter, main course, and glass of wine at a set value.

    We all chose the mid-week menu which includes a starter, main and a glass of wine for $59.

    Sarah Miles

  • Celebratory Touches for Milestone Gatherings

    Milestone birthdays and intimate family occasions receive personal hospitality touches, including birthday desserts with candles.

    Even brought out dessert with a candle and serenaded her.

    Jules Lund

  • Welcoming Setting for Anniversaries and Family Events

    Attentive table service and a memorable dining room setting make anniversaries and multi-generational occasions seamless.

    We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Cerberus on Saturday and it was excellent in many ways.

    David Herd

Signature coastal dishes and celebrated mains overlooking Half Moon Bay

  • Fish and Chips

    I opted for the catch of the day, battered and perfectly fried with a generous portion of chips and a side of tartare sauce. It was absolutely superb; the fish was cooked to perfection – not oily at all, with a beautifully crisp batter.

    Miha Grilj

  • Seafood Platter

    The seafood platter is packed with a variety of seafood dishes from the menu and it's absolutely devine!! Loved it so much I'd go back just for this!!

    Wickd Chin

  • Barramundi

    The barramundi was perfect and a great size.

    Chels Erin

  • Duck Breast

    The duck breast was delightfully tender and every bite left you wanting to devour another.

    Chels Erin

Other favorites

Starters, sides, and sweet finales to round out your seaside meal

  • Sourdough Loaf

    We started with the sourdough loaf which was freshly baked, served with ample butter and so delicious.

    LV R

  • Scallops

    We enjoyed entrees of the scallops which were cooked perfectly

    Chels Erin

  • Saganaki

    as well as the saganaki, paired beautifully with the hot honey.

    Chels Erin

  • Souffle

    and a souffle that rose beautifully

    Stephen Davies

Beyond the menu

Attentive hospitality gestures and thoughtful seaside dining touches that elevate every visit

  • Candlelit Birthday Serenade

    For guests marking a birthday, the team brings out dessert topped with a candle accompanied by a warm serenade to celebrate the occasion.

  • Proactive Window Table Relocation

    Staff proactively look out for prime bay views, offering to re-seat diners at tables right beside the expansive windows as soon as one opens up.

  • Dedicated Multi-Generational Milestone Care

    The team provides attentive, personalized care for elderly multi-generational diners, creating a smooth and deeply memorable family occasion.

  • Knowledgeable Wine Pairing Guidance

    Attentive servers guide diners through curated wine pairings tailored specifically to elevate each seafood course and show-stopping main.

Before you head over

Practical advice on booking, accessibility, and dining formats for your visit

  • Book Early for Window Seats and Sunset Timing

    Secure an upstairs window table well in advance and check local sunset hours before booking an evening sitting to catch panoramic views over the bay.

  • Keep Upstairs Dining and Kiosk Takeaway Separate

    Downstairs takeaway fish and chips cannot be taken to upstairs tables; enjoy kiosk orders outside directly along the beachfront.

  • Plan Ahead for Metered Parking and Stairs

    Parking at the beach car park is metered and limited, and accessing the upper dining room involves steep stairs and a hillside path.

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