Is there anything better than indulging in some fresh seafood by the beach? Not really, but, we can guarantee it will be a hit if you’re digging into the freshest seafood Cronulla has to offer. Check out our handy list of the best seafood restaurants in Cronulla!
Quick List of the Must Visit Seafood Restaurants in Cronulla
This is a short, but might list of Cronulla oceanic gems!
Watergrill at Cronulla RSL - 38 Gerrale St, Cronulla
Not only is this platter an absolute bargain, you can enjoy your spoils whilst sitting in a super relaxed, bright environment, with some of the best unspoilt views out over the ocean Cronulla has on offer. There are a number of different seating options which make it perfect for any occasion. Top off your Platter with a drink - there’s a big cocktails list, and a huge range of beers + wines.
Hot and Cold Seafood Platter for 1 - $57.5 sydney rock oysters, fresh king prawns, smoked salmon, beer battered fish, salt & pepper squid, bbq garlic prawns & fries
Zimzala - The Esplanade, Cronulla Beach
There are two approaches you can take at Zimzala, with a tasting plate and full seafood platter for two on offer. Of course, you can indulge whilst taking in the views of Cronulla Beach from right on the Esplanade. Tasting Platter for 2 – $62
Sydney rock oysters 3 ways; natural, kilpatrick (gf) & rockefeller; fried chilli, salt & pepper squid; Tasmanian scallops, lemon, capers, pickled jalapeno (gf)
Seafood Platter for 2 – $170 Cold - Sydney rock oysters, natural, Mooloolaba king prawns Hot - chilli, salt, pepper squid; pan seared scallops, lemon, caper, jalapenos, butter sauce (gf); Sydney rock oysters kilpatrick (gf) & rockefeller; grilled Cone Bay barramundi; char grilled prawns; chips; house-made tartare
Sealevel Restaurant - 2 Kingsway, Cronulla
These guys have some of the freshest seafood in Cronulla so if you want to really indulge, this is where you should do it. As the name suggests, Sealevel sits just across from the ocean - basically at sea level, huge glass windows deliver an unspoilt view. The restaurant serves up modern Australian with a French + Italian influence. The menu is constantly changing with a focus on what’s in season right now.
Seafood Platter for 2 - $160 - Sydney rock oysters, blue swimmer crab, moreton bay bug, smoked salmon, fresh & barbecued prawns, scallops, beer battered fish, barbecued octopus, crispy sumac squid, tropical fruit, chips - add lobster mornay for $45 (go on, treat yourself).
The Barra Takeaway - 30 Gymea Bay Rd, Gymea
Just outside the 2230 postcode, you’ll find the Barra - called ‘the best fish and chips in the shire’ by some of their Google reviews, you won’t be disappointed. The produce is always super fresh, and you’ll be served with a smile. There’s seating options, and of course takeaway - with a huge menu. There are 4 (!) x Platter options, ranging from $38.90 - $64.90, two options are below:
Fried Family Pack - $64,90
4 battered or crumbed fish, 4 crumbed calamari, 4 salt & szechuan pepper calamari, 4 crumbed prawn cutlets, 4 crab claws, 4 crumbed scallops, 1 larger chips & 2 regular salads.
Grilled Platter for Two - $38.90
2 grilled fish, 2 prawn skewers, 6 grilled calamari, 1 medium Chips, 1 regular salad.