The elegant Saltwater Café & Restaurant in Emerald Beach, a seaside village 15 minutes north of Coffs Harbour, is a popular choice among Coffs Coast diners.

Being right by the beach, Saltwater has unrestricted ocean views from its idyllic location in Emerald Beach. Owner Carol Walsh has poured her heart and soul into the stylish restaurant, creating a special place that has people coming back for its excellent food, service, view and ambiance.

From the restaurant, there are great views out over the Pacific Ocean towards the Solitary Islands. Imagine the sight of an entire terrace full of people enjoying lunch on a lovely afternoon in spring, standing up as one to marvel at a pod of passing humpback whales!

Saltwater has both indoor and outdoor seating, and serves Modern Australian food with some Asian and Middle Eastern influences, with a menu that changes with the seasons, and plenty of daily specials. It is fully licensed but diners are welcome to bring their own wine.

Saltwater uses the best local fresh produce and seafood, has sourced its coffee from a fair-trading company renowned among connoisseurs, and features wines from some of Australia’s best vineyards.

From a lively breakfast and lunch spot popular with locals and beachgoers, it morphs seamlessly into a chic and intimate fine dining restaurant in the evening.

Tempura prawns & salmon with wasabi aioli and tamari dipping sauce for lunch anyone? Or how about a lamb fillet on a caramelised kumara galette with rocket, Persian fetta and green olive salad for dinner? And did we mention that desserts are a specialty at Saltwater? Chocoholics beware!

Saltwater also provides luxury accommodation right above the restaurant. With three bedrooms and lots of space, the apartment accommodates up to six people. It features a contemporary décor, quality fittings, and a large balcony offering a spectacular view. It’s the perfect spot to retire to after enjoying a delightful dinner with friends downstairs!

Saltwater Café & Restaurant, located at the end of Fiddaman Road in Emerald Beach, is open from 8am till late, Wednesday to Sunday. Special long-term rates apply to the accommodation. For bookings or enquiries contact (02) 6656 1888 or visit www.saltwateronthebeach.com.

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