Seafood dining · Hervey Bay

Seafood by the bay, with an Italian point of view.

Settle in on the Esplanade in Torquay, with the water close and time to enjoy the people at your table.

Bayside dining space at Santini's Restaurant & Bar

At the table

From the coast to good company.

At Santini’s Restaurant & Bar, Australian seafood belongs alongside the Italian heritage that has shaped our place in Hervey Bay for almost 20 years. There is room for an unhurried dinner, a weekend lunch and the pleasure of sharing a meal near the water.

We are at 469 Esplanade, around 20 steps from the beach. Come in from a walk along the bay, find a table and let the evening unfold. For the food available on the day you visit, see our current menu.

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A coastal table

Seafood with a sense of place

Hervey Bay gives every meal a setting of its own: the open sky, a passing breeze and the light changing over the water. Our story brings Australian seafood together with Italian flavours, without asking you to choose between the two. It is a way of eating that suits the coast and the company you bring.

Menus can change, so we keep the current dining menu easy to find. It is the best place to check what is being served before you make plans. If you have a question about the menu, call our team on (07) 4125 5880.

Italian heritage at every gathering

Our handmade in-house pastas, pizzas and desserts are part of the broader table here. They make it easy for a family or group to sit down together even when everyone arrives with a different appetite. The food is made to be enjoyed at a comfortable pace, whether the occasion is a long-awaited reunion or an ordinary evening worth slowing down for.

There is no need to make the visit formal. Come for a meal, a conversation and a view of the bay. If you are especially interested in our Italian side, read more about Italian dining in Torquay.

Find your place by the water

The front deck welcomes dogs and looks towards the bay. Inside, the main dining area makes room for friends, families and larger groups. The back deck offers poolside views. These different settings let you choose the mood for your visit, from a casual weekend lunch to a special dinner together.

Let us know when you book if you would like to bring your dog or are planning for a larger group. We can help you consider the right table or talk about a private event when the occasion calls for more space.

Plan lunch or dinner

We serve dinner seven nights a week, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Lunch is Friday to Sunday, from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm. We do not serve breakfast. You can book a table online, or call if you would like to speak with the team before visiting.

Find us at 469 Esplanade, Torquay QLD 4655. Free street parking is available nearby, though spaces may be limited at busy times. If you would rather take dinner home, the takeaway ordering page runs through Square for pickup at our restaurant.