Mate's Table
Subscribe
Create
Share with the community

What would you like to make?

Add a recommendationShare a place worth gathering around.Create a guideBuild a useful list for your city.
For business

Restaurant

Waters' Edge Bistro

28 Benowa St, Macleay Island QLD 4184, Australia

Recommended by 14 people

Updated

Find Waters' Edge Bistro

28 Benowa St, Macleay Island QLD 4184, Australia

Directions ↗
+61 7 3409 5364
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 7:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

Plan your visit

About Waters' Edge Bistro

Perched right on the Macleay Island shoreline, this breezy bowls club bistro dishes up hearty pub classics with water views across the bay. Regulars head out to the shaded outdoor tables for crisp chicken schnitty served with house aioli, hefty tender lamb cutlets smothered in gravy, and cold draft beers. Evenings bring live tunes and trivia matches, while family afternoons stay easy thanks to a dedicated kids corner and open lawn area.

  • Waterfront Club Setting: Bistro dining pairs with sweeping water vistas across indoor seating and shaded outdoor umbrella tables.
  • Elevated Bistro Fare: Comfort classics feature tender lamb cutlets, house-made steak and kidney pie, and golden schnitzels.
  • Family-Friendly Amenities: A designated indoor kids play corner and open outdoor grounds keep family lunches relaxed.
RestaurantRestaurant

What's On at Waters' Edge Bistro

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

No events or specials listed right now.

Why Dine at Waters' Edge Bistro

Discover why guests choose Waters' Edge Bistro for waterfront meals, family gatherings, and island entertainment.

  • Scenic Waterfront Dining

    Guests dine right on the water overlooking Macleay Island, taking advantage of expansive scenery paired with a full bistro menu.

    Had a yummy lunch right on the water.

    Sonia Duffey

  • Indoor and Outdoor Scenic Seating

    The venue offers versatile seating arrangements with spacious dining rooms and outdoor areas looking out over the water.

    nice view with ample indoor and outdoor seating

    Keira Nicolls

  • Dedicated Family and Kids Amenities

    A dedicated kids corner along with an outdoor children's area with shaded tables provides families with a comfortable dining experience.

    Kids corner and great outdoor area for kids, with umbrellas and tables.

    Derek Keir

  • Elevated Club Bistro Fare

    The kitchen delivers high-quality pub and bistro classics with creative twists across an extensive, dependable menu.

    Food is pub style food with some twists and very nice.

    John Lindsay

  • Lively Island Trivia Nights

    The club serves as a vibrant island community hub featuring weekly trivia events and social gatherings.

    Chrissy's trivia is always so much fun.

    Sharni Tomkins

  • Live Community Music and Atmosphere

    Locals and visitors gather for island hospitality paired with live musical entertainment and bistro fare.

    quite a busy place with live music and great food

    raysalrite

Signature dishes and bistro classics favored by locals and visitors

  • Lamb Cutlets

    The Lamb Cutlets were very large and super tenders. Good amount of gravy, chips and perfectly cook/steamed veg.

    Stu Ansell

  • Steak and Kidney pie

    Wow, Steak and Kidney pie is the best I have ever had including my grandma’s.

    Chris Marcon

  • Chicken schnitty

    Chicken schnitty was nice and the aioli was one of the best I've had

    Keira Nicolls

  • Salmon with capers

    The salmon with capers was a hit and veggie curry was very tasty.

    Fiona Lawton

Before you head over

Practical pointers for planning your visit to Waters' Edge Bistro

  • Peak Times & Waterfront Seating

    The bistro gets quite busy during lunch, dinner, and live music sessions, so plan ahead or arrive early if you want prime waterfront seating.

  • Family Facilities & Outdoor Area

    Families dining with young children can make use of the indoor kids' corner or the outdoor area equipped with tables and shade umbrellas.

  • Dietary & Menu Options

    Vegetarian and gluten-free choices are limited, though vegetarian curry and specialty mocktails are on offer.

Explore more places in Brisbane

Find familiar flavours, neighbourhood favourites and somewhere new in Brisbane.

Discover more in Brisbane

Explore another side of the city's food and drink.

Browse all Brisbane venues