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Waves on the Beach Restaurant

2/1N Long Island Dr, Frankston VIC 3199, Australia

Recommended by 62 people

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2/1N Long Island Dr, Frankston VIC 3199, Australia

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+61 3 9770 0000
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Waves on the Beach Restaurant

Frankston coastline dining hits its stride right on the water, pairing sweeping Port Phillip Bay views with an easygoing beachside spread. Settle onto the outdoor deck as the sun dips over the bay. Big family birthdays and long reunion tables stay anchored by generous plates—crisp whole loaves of garlic bread, Moreton Bay bugs, Spanish prawns with chorizo, and bowls of seafood chowder. Staff keep large multi-generational parties moving smoothly, wrapping up the table with affogatos while the coastal lights take over the horizon.

  • Front-row water views: Open-air balcony and deck seating looks directly across Port Phillip Bay for sunset dinners.
  • Seafood and bistro breadth: Generous portions span fresh Moreton Bay bugs, seafood chowder, and thoughtful plant-based options.
  • Attentive milestone hosting: Staff comfortably manage multi-generational birthday gatherings and long reunion lunches.
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Why Dine at Waves on the Beach

Direct shoreline views, attentive hospitality, and a generous bistro menu make every gathering by the bay memorable.

  • Memorable Milestone Celebrations

    From multi-generational 21st celebrations to large birthday parties, guests rely on attentive hosting and a welcoming environment to make significant milestones feel effortless and memorable.

    It honestly turned out to be the perfect early 21st birthday dinner for my daughter and created such a lovely family memory.

    Jennie P

  • Commemorating Special Occasions

    Couples and families mark special occasions with tailored, thoughtful attention and evening coastal horizon views that bring a sense of celebration.

    Waves is a great place to commemorate a special occasion. You can see the lights of the coastline in the horizon.

    Peter Dal-Ben

  • Sunset Bay Dining on the Deck

    Outdoor deck and balcony seating positions diners directly along Port Phillip Bay to enjoy scenic beach vistas and golden-hour sunsets during lunch and dinner.

    had a table on the deck, with a beautiful sunset meal overlooking the beach.

    Blair Cannell

  • Tranquil Waterfront Escape

    Dining right on the shoreline creates an unhurried, tranquil escape elevated by open water views and refreshing sea breezes.

    The location is simply unbeatable—right on the water, with a tranquil, breezy atmosphere that makes it the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

    Tyrone Liu

  • Generous Group and Family Dining

    Families and larger groups can easily coordinate their meals with prompt service, generous share plates, and varied selections that satisfy diverse preferences.

    We had a group of 9, with everone choosing something different off the menu. Everythingvwas well presented and delicious. The serving were generous.

    Michael Jones

  • Thoughtful Menu Breadth and Dietary Care

    The kitchen caters to diverse diets with thoughtful local seafood specialties alongside curated plant-based dishes that maintain balanced, rich flavors.

    They obviously have put thought and care into catering for plant based options.

    Juanita Skrokov

Customer favourites and signature dishes overlooking Port Phillip Bay

  • Seafood Linguine

    The seafood linguine is a must try for seafood fans, otherwise the grill selection la are really tasty.

    Phil Tad

  • Satay Chicken Skewers

    The satay chicken skewers were excellent and came with a small scoop of sticky rice and a really flavourful satay sauce.

    Isaac Samuel

  • Arancini

    Everything we ordered was delicious, but the arancini l, linguini and the calamari salad stood out as absolute highlights.

    Jonah

  • Barramundi

    The Barramundi dish was absolutely the best fish I’ve ever had. It was unbelievably beautiful - it was tender and firm inside and also crispy and so flavourful on both top and bottom.

    Wendy E

Other favorites

Starters, sides, and sweet finishes to complement your seaside meal

  • Garlic Bread

    My wife and I started with the garlic bread, which came as a whole loaf generously stuffed with garlic butter and finished with a perfectly crispy crust — it was fantastic.

    Isaac Samuel

  • Chips

    For entrees we ordered a bowl of chips, the share plate for two (even though there were three of us!) and the Moreton Bay bugs.

    Jennie P

  • Bruschetta

    Not the case here, the vegan fetta on the brushetta was great. They obviously have put thought and care into catering for plant based options.

    Juanita Skrokov

  • Affogato

    Affogato was the perfect end to a perfect meal.

    Wendy E

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate milestone gatherings and coastal dining

  • Family-focused activity care

    Staff proactively bring out paper and coloured pencils to entertain young children, ensuring family tables can unwind comfortably during long meals.

  • Thoughtful plant-based preparation

    Dedicated culinary attention to plant-based dining ensures thoughtful substitutions like vegan feta, creating balanced dishes rather than simply removing components.

  • Hands-on group hosting and photos

    Attentive servers step in naturally during milestone and reunion meals to take group photographs and smoothly navigate complex table orders.

  • Tailored celebratory ordering guidance

    Attentive front-of-house managers personally guide family celebratory meals with tailored dish recommendations across entrees and shared mains.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book a table in advance?

Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekends, large groups, and outdoor balcony or deck tables overlooking the bay.

What outdoor seating options are available for beach views?

Outdoor seating is available along the deck and balcony with prime bay and beach views, though indoor seating also offers water views if it gets breezy.

Are the food portions large enough to share?

Portions are generous across both entrees and mains, with many diners opting to order multiple small plates or platters to share among their table.

What parking is available at the venue?

Ticketed paid parking options and surrounding parking spaces are located nearby the beachfront venue.

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