Esplanade Hotel

4.2 (73)

$40 and under

Australian

1 Abeckett St, Inverloch, AU-VIC 3996

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Esplanade Hotel

4.2

$40 and under

Australian

Inverloch

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

9:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Neighborhood gem
Lively

https://www.invyespy.com.au/ Located in the picturesque coastal town of Inverloch, Esplanade Hotel offers guests an authentic Australian dining experience with stunning ocean views. Our restaurant combines fresh, locally-sourced ingredients with traditional Australian flavors, creating memorable meals in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're enjoying a casual lunch with friends or celebrating a special occasion, our waterfront location and warm hospitality make every visit exceptional. Visit us to discover why locals and visitors alike choose Esplanade Hotel for an unforgettable dining experience by the sea. For more information, visit https://www.invyespy.com.au/

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Australian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 5674 1432
Website
https://www.invyespy.com.au/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1 Abeckett St, Inverloch, AU-VIC 3996
Neighborhood
Inverloch
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
The Esplanade Hotel is conveniently accessible via public transport. The nearest bus stops are located along the Esplanade, with regular services connecting to surrounding areas. For specific route information and timetables, we recommend checking the local public transport website or contacting us directly for assistance with your travel arrangements.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

Redbank Emily Brut CuveeA$10.00
King Valley, VIC
Yves Premium CuveeA$13.00
Yarra Valley, VIC
T'Gallant ProseccoA$11.50
Mornington, VIC
T'Gallant 'Juliet' MoscatoA$11.50
Mornington, VIC
Corryton Burge RieslingA$14.00
Eden Valley, SA
T'Gallant Pinot GrigioA$11.50
Mornington, VIC
Redbank Pinot GrigioA$10.00
King Valley, VIC
821 South Sauv BlancA$11.00
Marlborough, NZ
Shaw + Smith Sauv BlancA$17.50
Adelaide Hills, SA
Devil's Lair ChardonnayA$12.50
Margaret River, WA
Squealing Pig RoseA$11.50
Central Otago, NZ
Marquis de Pennautier RoseA$12.50
Languedoc France
T'Gallant Pinot NoirA$11.50
Mornington, VIC
Fleet 'Lichen' Pinot NoirA$17.50
South Gippsland, VIC
Robert Oatley ShirazA$13.00
McLaren Vale, SA
Pepperjack Barossa ShirazA$14.00
Barossa Valley, SA
Wynns 'Gables' Cab SauvA$11.50
Coonawarra, SA

On Tap

Balter XPAA$8.20
Carlton Draught 4.6%A$6.90
Carlton Dry 4.5%A$7.00
Carlton Dry Mid 3.5%A$6.60
Great Northern Super Crisp 3.5%A$6.60
Guinness Draught 4.2%A$7.80
Stone & Wood Pacific Ale 4.4%A$8.20
Brookvale Union Ginger BeerA$9.00
Hard Rated Alcoholic Lemon 4.5%A$12.80

Cans + Bottles

Balter Brewing 'Capt Sensible' 3.5%
Balter Brewing 'Easy Hazy' Ale 4%
Balter Brewing IPA 6.8%
Bulmers Dry English Cider 4.7%
Burra Brewing Co XPA 4.5%
CBCo 'Bertie' Apple Cider 4.6%
Coopers Premium Light 2.4%
Corona Extra 4.6%
Hahn Gluten Free Super Dry 4.2%
Kilkenny Draught 4.3%
James Squire Ginger Beer 4%
Loch Dark Ale 4.5%
Melbourne Bitter 4.6%
Moon Dog Dark Ale 5.0%
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 5.1%
Shack Bay Brewing Pale Ale 5%
Victoria Bitter 4.9%
XXXX Gold 3.5%

Our Cocktails

Amaretto SourA$22.00
Disaronno, lemon, sugar, foam, maraschino cherry
French MartiniA$22.00
vodka, Chambord, pineapple juice, grenadine
Espresso MartiniA$22.00
vodka, Kahlua, espresso, sugar
Margarita Your WayA$22.00
classic or spicy tequila, Cointreau, lime or coconut 1800 Coconut tequila
Passionfruit MartiniA$22.00
Arktika vanilla vodka, Passoa, passionfruit, vanilla syrup, lime
Rosemary PalomaA$22.00
tequila, Fever-Tree grapefruit soda, lime, rosemary syrup, ruby grapefruit
Ginger MuleA$22.00
Bombay dry gin, Fever-Tree ginger beer, mint, lime, bitters
Whisky TonicA$22.00
johnnie walker, Aperol, passionfruit, tonic
NegroniA$22.00
Tanqueray dry gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, orange
Jungle BirdA$22.00
rum, Campari, pineapple juice, lime juice, sugar, pineapple

Spritzs

Aperol SpritzA$16.00
Aperol, T'Gallant prosecco, soda, orange
Limoncello SpritzA$20.00
Limoncello, T'Gallant prosecco, soda, mint, lemon

Mocktails

Virgin MojitoA$14.00
seedlip, lime juice, soda, mint, lime
0% Tropical MargaritaA$14.00
seedlip, pineapple juice, passionfruit syrup, lime

Non-Alc

Heaps Normal 'Quiet' XPA Zero 0%A$7.50
Great Northern Zero 0%A$5.50
Plus + Minus 0% ProseccoA$10.00
Schweppes Indian TonicA$5.00
Schweppes Bitter LemonA$5.00
Bundaberg Ginger BeerA$6.00
Fever-Tree Soda RangeA$5.00
Blood Orange or Grapefruit
Fever-Tree Ginger BeerA$6.00
Strangelove Aus Sparkling Water 750mlA$8.00
Mt Franklin Lightly Sparkling 330mlA$5.50
Coke Glass 330ml BottleA$6.00
Coke Zero Glass 330ml BottleA$6.00

Sparkling + Champagne

Redbank Emily Brut CuveeA$38.00
King Valley, VIC
Jansz NV Premium CuveeA$70.00
Piper's Brook, TAS
Yves Premium CuveeA$50.00
Yarra Valley, VIC
Tgallant ProseccoA$44.00
Mornington, VIC
Tgallant Pinot Noir ChardonnayA$44.00
Mornington, VIC
Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee BrutA$105.00
Champagne, France

White

Tgallant 'Juliet' MoscatoA$40.00
Red Hill, VIC
Jim Barry 'Watervale' RieslingA$50.00
Clare Valley, SA
Corryton Burge 'Griffin' RieslingA$48.00
Eden Valley, SA
Bellvale Pinot GrisA$48.00
Leongatha South, VIC
Corte Giara Pinot GrigioA$45.00
Vento, Italy
Tgallant 'Cape Schanck' Pinot GrigioA$44.00
Red Hill, VIC
Redbank 'Long Paddock' Pinot GrigioA$38.00
King Valley, VIC
Shaw + SmithA$68.00
Adelaide Hills, SA
Robert Oatley 'Signature'A$49.00
Margaret River, WA
821 SouthA$42.00
Marlborough, NZ
Redbank 'Long Paddock'A$38.00
King Valley, VIC
Domaine William Fevre Petit ChablisA$105.00
Chablis, France
Kooyong 'The Clonale'A$65.00
Red Hill, VIC
Devils Lair 'Hidden Lair' ChardonnayA$44.00
Margaret River, WA
Seppelt 'Jaluka'A$52.00
Henty, VIC
Fat BastardA$45.00
California, USA

Rose

Marquis de PennautierA$45.00
Languedoc France
Tgallant 'Cape Schanck'A$44.00
Red Hill, VIC
BellvaleA$48.00
Leongatha South, VIC
Squealing PigA$44.00
Central Otago, NZ

Red

Tgallant 'Cape Schanck'A$44.00
Red Hill, VIC
St Huberts 'The Stag'A$43.00
Yarra Valley, VIC
Fleet 'Lichen' Pinot NoirA$68.00
South Gippsland, VIC
Bellvale 'Quercus'A$65.00
South Gippsland, VIC
Coldstream HillsA$58.00
Yarra Valley, VIC
Seppelt 'Drumborg'A$70.00
Henty, VIC
Wynns 'The Gables'A$42.00
Coonawarra, SA
Pepperjack BarossaA$52.00
Barossa Valley, SA
Jim Barry 'Single Vineyard'A$70.00
Coonawarra, SA
St. Hallett 'Black Clay'A$42.00
Barossa Valley, SA
Wolf Blass 'Private Release'A$45.00
Barossa Valley, SA
Robert Oatley 'Signature'A$49.00
McLaren Vale, SA
Henschke 'Five Shillings'A$75.00
Barossa Valley, SA
Pepperjack BarossaA$52.00
Barossa Valley, SA
Saltram 'No 1' BarossaA$160.00
Barossa Valley, SA
Penfolds 'St. Henri'A$190.00
Barossa Valley, SA
Pepperjack MalbecA$52.00
Mendoza, Argentina
Wirra Wirra 'Church Block' BlendA$52.00
McLaren Vale, SA

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Esplanade Hotel.

4.2

(73)

4.1Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Victoria
Gluten-free-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Esplanade Hotel, affectionately known as "The Espy," offers a vibrant atmosphere with "wonderful ambience" and "excellent service." Patrons rave about the "beautiful food" and "yummy cocktails." While some dishes fall short, favorites like fish tacos consistently impress. Overall, "great service" and "good value" make it a popular choice for locals and visitors alike.

73 Reviews

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kate
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff are professional and cheery. The service is prompt and the food is always consistent and value for money
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Mark
Victoria1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good food The schnitzels were cooked just right Great service We loved service to the table Good value Especially for the Seniors Menu The serve sizes were good. But we really liked being able to take home the food we couldn’t finish.
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Peter
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Espy is an excellent hotel. The food in the Bistro is excellent with wonderful ambience. The Staff were very friendly & attentive. I Highly recommended this hotel.
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Kon
Victoria1 review
1.0
Dined on October 22, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
It was disappointing . The Esplanade clearly hadn’t anticipated the crowd or their patronage. There were meals that were ordered and never received; we were advised that two meals had run out - bangers and mash and the rump steak forcing us to buy more expensive meals . The overall experience was ordinary but the meals we had were fairly good . I asked to speak to a manger or supervisor which were suspiciously unavailable at the time of paying . I would t recommend this place to others .
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Margo
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 17, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great hotel, beautiful food, very busy but added to the atmosphere very good cocktails definitely will go back again.
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Jess
Victoria1 review
4.0
Dined on October 14, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Table service a little slow. 20 minutes before our order was taken. Food came out pretty quickly though and was quite good. Colouring sheet menus a nice touch for kids but had to ask for pencils and then had to ask for a sharpener as most blunt or broken. Overall good food but maybe not enough wait staff?
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Helen
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on October 3, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, great service, cocktails were yummy
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Michele
Victoria2 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 2, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The parma was a bit overcooked and dry. Service was great though. The bowl of vegetables that l had were perfect and crunchy. Just the way l like them. l would come back again and try something different.
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Elizabeth
Victoria1 review
4.0
Dined on September 27, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We ate the fish tacos and the steak . The food was very good. The Service is very friendly. They served us quickly. Everything came quite timely even though they were busy. The staff is young but look like they’ve been trained properly. I didn’t find any flaws in the occasion. I had a very pleasant evening out with my daughter. The tacos might’ve been $24 in the steak $50 but we shared it which was definitely enough food. I’ll go back.
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Caroline
Melbourne2 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 25, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We visited the Esplanade Hotel last night, and unfortunately, the food was a bit of a disappointment. The fish tacos were amazing, as always, but sadly, that was where the good experience ended. The garlic prawns were tragically overcooked. For the price, receiving just three prawns on a stick that were rubbery, tough and almost inedible was really disappointing. My husband ordered a burger, and we couldn't help noticing that everyone else's burgers were served on large plates with chips and salad, looking like a decent-sized meal. His, on the other hand, arrived on what looked like a small Chinese-style plate, with just a burger and a tiny handful of chips. It looked more like a child's meal. It also appeared to be missing some of the advertised ingredients, including tomato and cos lettuce. It was particularly strange to see such a difference between his meal and the burgers being served to other diners. We went out specifically to enjoy a nice meal without having to cook, so it was frustrating to spend the money and come away so disappointed. It's especially disappointing as locals who have enjoyed coming here. I think we'll stick to ordering the fish tacos from now on. It's a real shame that an otherwise enjoyable local venue can leave you feeling so let down by the food.
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Australian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 5674 1432
Website
https://www.invyespy.com.au/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1 Abeckett St, Inverloch, AU-VIC 3996
Neighborhood
Inverloch
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
The Esplanade Hotel is conveniently accessible via public transport. The nearest bus stops are located along the Esplanade, with regular services connecting to surrounding areas. For specific route information and timetables, we recommend checking the local public transport website or contacting us directly for assistance with your travel arrangements.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Expect the Esplanade Hotel to be busy at peak times, guests say it “fills up fast” and it can be particularly busy on special dates like Mother’s Day and Easter, while some visits have been described as quiet enough to talk.

Yes, guests regularly mention sitting outside and the venue is noted for having a good beer‑garden/outdoor seating area for al fresco dining.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothing is appropriate for the Esplanade Hotel’s relaxed, welcoming setting.

The Braised Beef Cheek is a standout, it appears on the menu and several guests call the beef cheeks a winner.

The Esplanade Hotel feels like a renovated coastal pub, bright, modern and welcoming in the bistro, with a livelier sports‑bar vibe and family‑friendly spaces; it can get noisy when busy.

Yes, the Esplanade Hotel offers a dedicated Seniors menu, and its Sunday roast is a popular dining experience guests specifically praise.

Esplanade Hotel offers a bright bistro/dining area, a separate sports/spirits bar, and outdoor seating/beer-garden-style spaces where guests have enjoyed sitting outside.

Yes, the menu includes clearly labelled options for vegans, vegetarians and gluten-free diners, from dishes like the Red Lentil Dahl (GF, VEGAN) to the Vegan Cheeseburger and several GF mains.

Yes, the Esplanade Hotel is family-friendly: there’s a dedicated Kids Menu, staff have accommodated prams and high chairs, and guests note colouring activities and a kids room/TV.

Yes, the Esplanade Hotel has a full drinks list with bottled and on-tap beers, an extensive wine selection, spritzes, and crafted cocktails like the French Martini and Negroni.

Portions tend to be generous, guests repeatedly mention large, satisfying serves, with the Sunday roast and seniors meals singled out for hearty portions.

Sunday is a standout, guests praise the Sunday roast as a big, satisfying serve and say the meal fills up fast, so booking ahead is recommended.

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Esplanade Hotel

4.2

$40 and under

Australian

Inverloch

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

9:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Esplanade Hotel

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Esplanade Hotel

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Wine by the Class

Redbank Emily Brut CuveeA$10.00

Yves Premium CuveeA$13.00

T'Gallant ProseccoA$11.50

T'Gallant 'Juliet' MoscatoA$11.50

Corryton Burge RieslingA$14.00

T'Gallant Pinot GrigioA$11.50

Redbank Pinot GrigioA$10.00

821 South Sauv BlancA$11.00

Shaw + Smith Sauv BlancA$17.50

Devil's Lair ChardonnayA$12.50

Squealing Pig RoseA$11.50

Marquis de Pennautier RoseA$12.50

T'Gallant Pinot NoirA$11.50

Fleet 'Lichen' Pinot NoirA$17.50

Robert Oatley ShirazA$13.00

Pepperjack Barossa ShirazA$14.00

Wynns 'Gables' Cab SauvA$11.50

On Tap

Balter XPAA$8.20

Carlton Draught 4.6%A$6.90

Carlton Dry 4.5%A$7.00

Carlton Dry Mid 3.5%A$6.60

Great Northern Super Crisp 3.5%A$6.60

Guinness Draught 4.2%A$7.80

Stone & Wood Pacific Ale 4.4%A$8.20

Brookvale Union Ginger BeerA$9.00

Hard Rated Alcoholic Lemon 4.5%A$12.80

Cans + Bottles

Balter Brewing 'Capt Sensible' 3.5%

Balter Brewing 'Easy Hazy' Ale 4%

Balter Brewing IPA 6.8%

Bulmers Dry English Cider 4.7%

Burra Brewing Co XPA 4.5%

CBCo 'Bertie' Apple Cider 4.6%

Coopers Premium Light 2.4%

Corona Extra 4.6%

Hahn Gluten Free Super Dry 4.2%

Kilkenny Draught 4.3%

James Squire Ginger Beer 4%

Loch Dark Ale 4.5%

Melbourne Bitter 4.6%

Moon Dog Dark Ale 5.0%

Peroni Nastro Azzurro 5.1%

Shack Bay Brewing Pale Ale 5%

Victoria Bitter 4.9%

XXXX Gold 3.5%

Our Cocktails

Amaretto SourA$22.00

French MartiniA$22.00

Espresso MartiniA$22.00

Margarita Your WayA$22.00

Passionfruit MartiniA$22.00

Rosemary PalomaA$22.00

Ginger MuleA$22.00

Whisky TonicA$22.00

NegroniA$22.00

Jungle BirdA$22.00

Spritzs

Aperol SpritzA$16.00

Limoncello SpritzA$20.00

Mocktails

Virgin MojitoA$14.00

0% Tropical MargaritaA$14.00

Non-Alc

Heaps Normal 'Quiet' XPA Zero 0%A$7.50

Great Northern Zero 0%A$5.50

Plus + Minus 0% ProseccoA$10.00

Schweppes Indian TonicA$5.00

Schweppes Bitter LemonA$5.00

Bundaberg Ginger BeerA$6.00

Fever-Tree Soda RangeA$5.00

Fever-Tree Ginger BeerA$6.00