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The Lighthouse Cafe Thai Restaurant

681 Point Nepean Rd, McCrae VIC 3938, Australia

Recommended by 36 people

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Find The Lighthouse Cafe Thai Restaurant

681 Point Nepean Rd, McCrae VIC 3938, Australia

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+61 3 5982 1130
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Lighthouse Cafe Thai Restaurant

Set right across from the McCrae Lighthouse, this coastal spot delivers serious, deeply layered Thai cooking with generous room to breathe. Locals treat it as their go-to post-beach or golf dinner, packing tables for fragrant spreads of sweet-and-tangy tamarind prawns, rich red duck curry, and crisp rockling. Regulars watch the rotating specials board for standout surprises like the taro nest combination or lamb shank, while desserts wrap up over flaky cinnamon-pistachio roti.

  • Lighthouse Outlook: Spaced tables allow easy group conversation while looking out across Point Nepean Road toward the McCrae Lighthouse.
  • Specialty Menu Additions: Rotating chalkboard additions like the taro nest combination, tamarind fish, and pistachio roti join classic curries.
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What's On at The Lighthouse Cafe Thai Restaurant

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Distinctive Dining Advantages

Why diners choose The Lighthouse Cafe for celebrations, Peninsula outings, and memorable Thai dining

  • Celebratory Family Feasts

    Multi-course celebratory banquets deliver high-quality, beautifully presented dishes that delight guests of all ages.

    The night was a tripartite birthday celebration & was truly a great night.

    Ian Hamilton

  • Seamless Group Dining

    Spacious table setups and attentive hospitality cater comfortably to large groups sharing multi-dish menus.

    We had dinner here with a group of 8 people, and everyone really enjoyed it.

    tony toto

  • Post-Hot Springs Comfort Dining

    Hearty, slow-cooked massaman and curry dishes provide ideal replenishment after Peninsula hot springs visits.

    Stopped by after the Hot Springs and ordered the Massaman Beef again.

    李愛芳

  • Peninsula Golf Trip Dinners

    Convenient Point Nepean Road location and varied sharing platters make it a natural dinner stop after rounds of golf.

    Played golf Wednesday with 3 mates from Melbourne City. Decided to try TLC Thai restaurant in Mccrae for dinner.

    Michael

  • Coastal Lighthouse Backdrop

    Unobstructed sightlines toward the McCrae Lighthouse paired with generously spaced tables foster calm, conversational dining.

    relaxed atmosphere with a look out to the McCrae Lighthouse. Tables well spaced for easy conversation.

    Maree Patrick

  • Warm and Elegant Atmosphere

    Refined dining room ambiance complemented by regular chef specialty introductions provides an elevated dining setting.

    The atmosphere is warm and elegant, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal and the service has improved significantly.

    cherly liu

Signature Thai curries and seafood specialties favored by local diners

  • Tamarind Prawns

    The **Tammarine Prawns** are outstanding—crispy, juicy prawns coated in a rich, delicious sauce that blends sweet, tangy, and savory tastes beautifully.

    Hellotoby Chanel

  • Pad Thai

    The Pad Thai was delicious, with a great balance of flavours and perfectly cooked noodles.

    อำพร พรมมา

  • Red Duck Curry

    the recommendation from me is Red duck curry. Must try!

    irada yatklang

  • Tamarind Fish

    Our favourite was the tamarind fish 🐟 it was so good!

    Jennie Le

Frequently Asked Questions

Plan Ahead for Peak Evenings

If visiting on peak weekend evenings like Friday or Sunday when both dine-in groups and takeaway orders surge, book ahead or place takeaway early to guarantee smooth timing.

Check the Rotating Specials

Explore rotating board specials—such as the taro nest combination, tamarind fish, and pistachio roti—alongside core curries to catch unique menu additions.

Request a Lighthouse-Facing Table

Request a table positioned toward the front to enjoy sightlines out to the McCrae Lighthouse alongside generous table spacing for quiet conversation.

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