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Acqua Restaurant & Bar, Caloundra, QLD

Acqua Restaurant & Bar

4.4
4.4
397 Reviews
$A40 and under
Modern Australian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
ACQUA: a waterfront destination for good food & great times.

Are you looking for a waterfront venue for your booking with exceptional food, great service, good vibe only?

Acqua Restaurant & Bar has won Reader's Choice in 2022 from AGFG all voted by the locals.

Our menu is inspired by Italian Cuisine with a twist of Australian Cuisine. With our most popular dishes is not only our creamy, spicy, tasty pasta but also our crispy skin pork belly and barramundi. Amazing cocktail's fabulous view and great vibe.

Let us be your host for your next visit Caloundra!!!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Fri–Sun 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (07) 5492 8155
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Experiences

  • Christmas Lunch Set Menu / 3 courses

    A$55.00 - A$195.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Come join us at Acqua for a Christmas Day Lunch with the family! Indulge in a 3-courses set menu, plus a glass of Sparkling Wine on arrival for $195pp. Two seating time: - Ealy birds : 11am / 11.15am / 11.30am - Late Booking: 1pm / 1.15pm / 1.30pm Kids menu for 10 & under available for $55pp. Don’t miss out on a Merry Day with the ones you love, lock in your spot today! Cancelation Policy: A full refund for any cancelation 4 days prior the date. Menu - To Be Confirm Soon Bookings essential.
  • New Year Eve Set Menu

    A$95.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year with laid-back vibes and unbeatable views at Acqua Restaurant & Bar! Join us for an evening where the beach meets celebration, with relaxed outdoor seating, fresh bites, and cocktails to keep the night flowing. It’s the perfect way to welcome the new year—casual, fun, and right by the waves. Grab your friends, bring your beach spirit, and let’s toast to new beginnings! Indulge in a 3-courses set menu, plus a glass of Sparkling Wine on arrival for $95pp. Two seating time: - Ealy birds: 5pm - 6.30pm - Late Booking: 7pm - 8.30pm Don’t miss out on a New Year Day with your love one, lock in your spot today! Cancelation Policy: A full refund for any cancelation 4 days prior the date.

What 397 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Sunshine Coast

    Great for scenic views

  • Sunshine Coast

    Modern Australian

  • South Sunshine Coast

    Best Value

  • South Sunshine Coast

    Great for brunch

  • South Sunshine Coast

    Good for business meals

  • South Sunshine Coast

    Great for fine wines

  • South Sunshine Coast

    Good for special occasions

  • South Sunshine Coast

    Lively

  • South Sunshine Coast

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Acqua Restaurant & Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "spectacular views" over Pumicestone Passage, adding to the "inviting atmosphere." While some find the pricing a bit high, the overall experience, including the attentive staff and creative menu, keeps diners coming back.

397 Reviews
  1. megan

    Brisbane

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the seafood platter for 2 which was outstanding. It was all seafood not filled up with chips or salad as some restaurants do. The barramundi was just lovely, very moist with crispy skin
    Acqua Restaurant & BarResponded today
    Hi Megan, We are thrilled to hear that you were enjoying your dinner with us especially the seafood plater. Hope we can see you again soon. Kindly regards Peter Pham Restaurant Manager

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  2. Alex

    Brisbane

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Tried the restaurant due to the menu , very happy with the food and cocktails . However the service unfortunately let it down abit , long waits before getting plates cleared , drinks and menus to the point we had to look at the dessert menu on our phones as we didn’t want to wait another 30 minutes for them to come with the menu and then to come back for us to order our dessert/drinks . Overall very good night , thoroughly enjoyed the food and the food was cooked good and fast. Very good cocktails , just a shame the service wasn’t the best for us to give you 5 stars . Will deffinetly be back again though and hope the feedback will improve the service for future guests and for our return :) Thanks
    Acqua Restaurant & BarResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Alex, Thank you for your feedback & pointing out some small issues you have on the night. We will definately address those key point you have to our team & improve us in the future. Hope we can you again soon. Kindly regards Peter Pham Restaurant Manager

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  3. derek

    Brisbane

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    the food choices and menu generally is wide and plentiful and some good value set meals, but we picked from the larger menu and enjoyed a very very good meal - stunning really
    Acqua Restaurant & BarResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Derek, Thank you for your fantastic review. ! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the service and found the food great. Hope we can see you again soon. Kindly regards Peter Pham Restaurant Manager

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  4. Sonja

    Sunshine Coast

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Please vacuum your carpets, especially by windows, there are heaps of dead flies. Not something you want to see while having a meal! 🙈🙈🙈
    Acqua Restaurant & BarResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Sonja, Thank you for your review. We will adjust this to our cleaning team. My apologies for the poor experience that you might have. Hope we can see you again soon. Kindly regard Peter Pham

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  5. Leanne

    Tropical QLD

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the steak lunch special and it was cooked beautifully and very tasty
    Acqua Restaurant & BarResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Leanne, Thank you so much for your review. Its mean a lot for us. Hope we can see you again soon. Kindly regards Peter Pham Acqua Restaurant

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  6. Margot

    Sunshine Coast

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Although being disappointed by the quality and presentation of my seafood platter, I was quite horrified to see a long black hair in my lemon hand dipping water. That was the start of putting me off my Birthday dinner whilst on holiday from Melbourne. I got better seafood the next day for lunch elsewhere at a quarter of the price.

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  7. Margaret

    Sunshine Coast

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was just too noisy on this occasion. We couldn’t have a conversation as we couldn’t hear each other over the noise in the restaurant.

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  8. Ron

    Sunshine Coast

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent menu for relatively inexpensive price. Lunch menu, and two & three course options available. Food nice and fresh and seafood excellent. Will definitely be back.
    Acqua Restaurant & BarResponded on 10 November 2024
    Hi Ron, Thank you for the great review. Hope we can see you again soon for many great meal at Acqua Kindly regards Peter Pham Restaurant Manager

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  9. john

    Sunshine Coast

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always nice there overlooking the water and so local for us
    Acqua Restaurant & BarResponded on 10 November 2024
    Hi John, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad Acqua Team could help make your meal more enjoyable for you. We can't wait to welcome you back to Acqua Restaurant & Bar for many more memorable occasions in the future! Kindly regards Peter Pham Restaurant Manager

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  10. Kathy

    Sunshine Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time dining here. I have a few food allergies and it was no problem catering for my needs. It left me not feeling anxious like I do at other places. The food was amazing and the service was amazing! The staff listened and understood exactly what I needed. We will be back!
    Acqua Restaurant & BarResponded on 9 November 2024
    Hi Kathy, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad Acqua Team could help make your meal more enjoyable for you. We can't wait to welcome you back to Acqua Restaurant & Bar for many more memorable occasions in the future! Kindly regards Peter Pham Restaurant Manager

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FAQs

Acqua Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (07) 5492 8155.

Acqua Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.4 stars by 397 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Acqua Restaurant & Bar

Corner of The Esplanade & Otranto Avenue Bulcock Beach, Caloundra, QLD 4551

Additional information

  • Area
    Caloundra
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Fri–Sun 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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