Bathers’ Pavillion Cafe

It is all about the location for The Bathers Pavilion. Set on the sandline in a curve of Hunters Bay, the venue is graced with phenomenal vistas of crystal clear water lapping against pale yellow sand. The building itself is stunning, with intricate adornments including the beautiful fretwork windows.

Looking at the Bathers’ Pavilion Café from the outside recalls a certain class and elegance that is missing from most beachfront restaurants around Sydney. This place looks like a castle on the beach. In addition to housing a café, The Bathers’ Pavilion Café is a venue for functions and events. When I was there, a string quartet was serenading an event on the second floor terrace.
Located right on the beach promenade, this stately establishment is actually laid-​back with cozy booths and chairs. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as high tea. I went for lunch. As I perused the menu, I saw Mediterranean influences and a definite emphasis on seafood. In fact, I had the seafood risotto and it was excellent. I was also satisfied by the service. But in my opinion, the real draw of this restaurant is the view, which looks directly on Balmoral Beach and out to Watson’s Bay.
The top floor is perfect for hosting an event. When I was at the Café, there was a string quartet playing wonderful classical music on the terrace that could be heard along the promenade.