Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

4.6

861 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Modern Australian

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:30

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Fancy

Bridgewater Restaurant's 1st floor dining room offers a river and city view unsurpassed in Townsville

The modern Australian open plan coastal design creates a stylish, relaxed atmosphere inviting you to linger over a lazy lunch or an intimate dinner with family and friends.

Our carefully crafted menu highlights local, seasonal produce with premium quality, authentic ingredients. Combined they form a diverse, modern and flavour focused dining experience.

Botaniq Wine, Gin and Cocktail Bar evolved to share our love of wines and spirits from Australia and around the world.
Wines by the glass are a feature with a wide selection between Bridgewater and Botaniq Bar. Drop in for a Gin before dinner or make a night of it with grazing bar food to share.

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Modern Australian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(07) 4420 4000
Website
http://www.bridgewaterq.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Bridgewater welcomes small groups to the semi - secluded George Robert's Room and large functions in the main restaurant. Botaniq Wine Gin and Cocktail Bar is also available for shared space and exclusive celebrations. Head to https://www.bridgewaterq.com.au for more info

Location
2/2 Dibbs Street, South Townsville, AU-QLD 4810
Area
Townsville CBD
Cross Street
Just off Palmer St South Townsville
Parking details
Street Parking on Dibbs St, Anthony St and Tomlin St. Additional parking available in front of Tiny Mountain Brewery a 5 min walk to the restaurant
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

5 Course Degustation Menu
A$100.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Explore our 5 course Tasting Menu, combining various textures and flavours of culinary delights.
NEW YEAR'S EVE - DEGUSTATION DINNER
A$120.00 per person
Prepaid
31 Dec 2024 only
Tuesday 31st December, Bridgewater is your New Year's dining destination for a spectacular 5 Course Degustation Dinner. Add our sommelier selection of Matched Champagne and Wines for a supper to seduce the senses Bookings are available from 6pm all the way to 9.30pm It's great to Be Alive in '25

Roast chicken + chive wontonsA$25.00
orange chilli sauce, cashew, textures
Crispy Zucchini FlowerA$27.00
smoked cream cheese, fermented capsicum
Spanner crab souffleA$29.00
Mooloolaba Spanner crab, chive+ manchego souffle, manchego cream sauce
ScallopsA$27.00
sobrassada, lime labneh, basil crumb
CalamariA$27.00
pickled courgettes, sherry onions, ginger mayo, salt bush, Calabrian sardella
Western Plains free range pork cotolettaA$29.00
ravigote sauce, fennel, walnuts, lemon

Main

Mushroom Risoni RisottoA$36.00
panko oyster mushrooms, kale, textures
Paccheri pastaA$44.00
with calamari, prawns, clams, marinara sauce
SalmonA$46.00
prawn tortellini, bisque, fennel cream, preserved lime pearls
Chargrilled ChickenA$40.00
gochujang glaze, Asian greens, kimchi, peanuts
Kiewa Valley Lamb loinA$44.00
beetroot + vino cotto relish, goat cheese honey, kale + tarragon textures
Duck breastA$47.00
confit duck brik cigar, compressed pear, barberry paste, beetroot
John Dee Supergold MSA 300gm SirloinA$50.00
ricotta gnocchi, cauliflower clotted cream, sherry onions, jus

Sides

BBQ Cos SaladA$12.00
fig vino cotto, pomegranate, candied walnuts
Snake BeansA$12.00
bulgogi sauce
Tempura broccoliniA$12.00
kimchi dressing, pine nuts
FriesA$12.00
charred shallot aioli
Panko eggplantA$13.00
harissa butter, lemon capers

Dessert

Chocolate Basque cheesecakeA$19.00
rum muscatels, Tonka bean ice cream
Kaffir lime bruleeA$19.00
strawberry + native pepper berry ice cream
PavlovaA$19.00
dark chocolate ganache, spiced pumpkin ice cream, honey
AffogatoA$19.00
house-made vanilla bean ice-cream, chocolate crumble, espresso, Baileys
Cheese
served with lavoche, seasonal preserved fruit; Maffra: clothbound cheddar, Fourme D'Ambert: French semi-hard blue, Woombye: triple cream brie
- 1 forA$20.00
- 2 forA$30.00
- 3 forA$40.00

What 861 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Tropical North Queensland
Best Overall
Tropical North Queensland
Best Food
Tropical North Queensland
Best Service
Tropical North Queensland
Best Ambience
Tropical North Queensland
Best Value
Tropical North Queensland
Good for business meals
Tropical North Queensland
Innovative
Tropical North Queensland
Great for creative cocktails
Tropical North Queensland
Healthy
Tropical North Queensland
Great for fine wines
Tropical North Queensland
Romantic
Tropical North Queensland
Great for scenic views
Tropical North Queensland
Good for special occasions
Tropical North Queensland
Most Booked
Townsville
Most Booked

Review summary

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Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar in Townsville delights diners with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests praise its "great atmosphere" and "attentive staff," making it a top choice for celebrating special occasions. Its innovative menu and superb wine pairings are consistently praised, though some mention occasional service delays.

861 Reviews

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Leisha
Tropical QLD
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience at Bridgewater was amazing. The food was delicious, and we did not have to wait long between meals. The atmosphere was relaxing, and the service was outstanding. We will definitely be going again.
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Gillian
Tropical QLD
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The temperature was hot. No one mentioned that I would be charged for table water and they got my drink order wrong twice. The food was good.
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Katrina
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff Christmas party lunch, service (looked after by Paul) and food were amazing!!!
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Pauline
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have lost count how many times we have had our Christmas lunch at Bridgewater. It never disappoints. The staff are wonderful, the food is awesome and the atmosphere is refreshing. I’m allergic to gluten and never feel limited for choice of great dishes. The six ladies in our group all love Bridgewater 🎄
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Alannah
Tropical QLD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We had the degustation with matching wines. Two of the dishes (wontons and ravioli) were underwhelming - flavours ok but the wrappers were thick, and tasted very underdone (not in an al dente way). The duck was excellent. Wines were meh, except for the pinot noir. Wouldn’t rush back. And not cheap. Total bill for 4 of us, with one cocktail each, was $800.
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Alana
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely experience for a large group of 12 diners for my birthday. The service was attentive, the bill was easy to split at the end of the night, the food and cocktails were delicious and they even gave me a complimentary cocktail for my birthday. 10/10.
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Jay
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the 3 course set menu. It was amazing and awesome value for money. Must go and try.
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Jamie
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best place to eat you won’t regret it. I keep going back to try new things but they keep it fresh all the time
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Gemma
Tropical QLD
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Late to serve us. Table booked for 7:30 didn’t get main until 9:40pm. Nice food but Pasta wasn’t cooked enough.
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Susan
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for our anniversary after looking at all fine dining restaurants. We started with cocktails. I highly recommend the Lemon Meringue. Very easy to drink too many of them. The best cocktail I’ve had in a long time. To eat we chose the five course degustation menu. Paired with wines. Wonderful food. Service was great making it a superb evening. I also loved that meals came with a good break in between. I highly recommend the restaurant for a special occasion. Thank you Bridgewater we will see you on the the 8th Dec for lunch.
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FAQs

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (07) 4420 4000.

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 861 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:30

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

2/2 Dibbs Street, South Townsville, AU-QLD 4810

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Just off Palmer St South Townsville
Area
Townsville CBD
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Modern Australian
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking on Dibbs St, Anthony St and Tomlin St. Additional parking available in front of Tiny Mountain Brewery a 5 min walk to the restaurant
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.bridgewaterq.com.au/
Phone number
(07) 4420 4000
Private party facilities
Bridgewater welcomes small groups to the semi - secluded George Robert's Room and large functions in the main restaurant. Botaniq Wine Gin and Cocktail Bar is also available for shared space and exclusive celebrations. Head to https://www.bridgewaterq.com.au for more info

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

5 Course Degustation Menu

NEW YEAR'S EVE - DEGUSTATION DINNER

To Start

Marinated Sicilian OlivesA$18.00

House baked flat breadA$16.00

Pumpkin & Smoked Cheese AranciniA$20.00

Entrée

Roast chicken + chive wontonsA$25.00

Crispy Zucchini FlowerA$27.00

Spanner crab souffleA$29.00

ScallopsA$27.00

CalamariA$27.00

Western Plains free range pork cotolettaA$29.00

Main

Mushroom Risoni RisottoA$36.00

Paccheri pastaA$44.00

SalmonA$46.00

Chargrilled ChickenA$40.00

Kiewa Valley Lamb loinA$44.00

Duck breastA$47.00

John Dee Supergold MSA 300gm SirloinA$50.00

Sides

BBQ Cos SaladA$12.00

Snake BeansA$12.00

Tempura broccoliniA$12.00

FriesA$12.00

Panko eggplantA$13.00

Dessert

Chocolate Basque cheesecakeA$19.00

Kaffir lime bruleeA$19.00

PavlovaA$19.00

AffogatoA$19.00

Cheese

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar restaurant rated?

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Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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