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The Point Restaurant, Soldiers Point, AU-NSW

The Point Restaurant

4.2
4.2
245 Reviews
$41 to $100
Seafood
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Refreshingly stylish! The Point Restaurant features delicious modern Australian cuisine with a local seafood focus, premium cocktails and a carefully selected range of Hunter Valley wines. Enjoy spectacular waterfront dining from our indoor dining room or al fresco from our western facing veranda with superb sunset views.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Modern Australian

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Sun 11:45 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (02) 4984 7111

  • Website

    https://www.thepointrestaurant.com.au/

  • Payment Options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Location

    L 1 Sunset Bvd, Soldiers Point, AU-NSW 2317

  • Area

    Greater Newcastle

  • Parking Details

    Public Parking

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

What 245 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • New South Wales

    Scenic View

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  1. CG

    ConnieG

    Sydney

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food2service2ambience4
    This restaurant is poorly lacking in service had to ask for table water. The waiter hardly had anything to say, the food was disappointing paid $33 for seafood chowder 3 mussels, thinly chopped prawns hardly enough to be classed as a main course. Utterly ripped off...Will not be returning there.
  2. NM

    NikkiM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 August 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We loved our lunch , the staff were lovely but just needed a bit of reminding, ( salt and pepper, another drink etc) but a great experience in a wonderful place!

    The Point RestaurantResponded todayThank you so much for the review Nikki. We hope to see you again!

  3. KB

    KimB

    New South Wales

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 August 2022

    overall1food4service1ambience1
    We felt like we were an inconvenience to the the waiter. had the Hot and Cold Seafood plate for two. The cold part was good and fresh . The hot part was very disappointing being a lot of calamari and not much else 2 small prawns and 1 tiny bit of fish. We have dined there many times but having to go through the Restaurant to find someone to order desert left me cold. I won't be back
  4. JD

    JanelleD

    New South Wales

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 July 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Service particularly good. Great value $20 lunch Highly recommended

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 29 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Janelle. We hope to see you again!

  5. JD

    JoanneD

    New South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very impressed that they opened when we were the only booking.

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 29 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Joanne. We hope to see you again!

  6. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was beautiful as well as the view. Kelly was super lovely! Me and my partner had a great time, would definitely recommend 💯💯

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 22 July 2022Thank you so much for the review. We hope to see you again!

  7. CM

    ConradM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the most incredible dinner.. Definitely going back

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 18 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Conrad. We hope to see you again!

  8. G

    Gregor

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 July 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Lovely restaurant with great menu. Generous serves and friendly service.

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 17 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Gregor. We hope to see you again!

  9. MM

    MikeM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to the Point for lunch. Food and service were great!

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 15 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Mike. We hope to see you again!

  10. RM

    RonM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 July 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very nice food and attentive staff, lovely place for lunch

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 10 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Ron. We hope to see you again!

  11. MH

    MaryettaH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 July 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Little bit of background music would have been nice

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 10 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Maryetta. We hope to see you again!

  12. JH

    JudithH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed everything about the restaurant. We went for the lunch special, but ended up having a little more. A very enjoyable venue, will go back again.

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 3 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Judith. We hope to see you again!

  13. NB

    NarelleB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very enjoyable lunch, wait staff very obliging, great value, will definitely come again

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 1 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Narelle. We hope to see you again!

  14. MW

    MichaelW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 June 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    for lunch potion size was adequate for the price paid

    The Point RestaurantResponded on 1 July 2022Thank you so much for the review Michael. We hope to see you again!

  15. MS

    MatthewS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 June 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We really enjoyed our meal last night. Service was exceptional. Food delicious. First time we have been there. Maybe next time lunch and try the seafood platter. Thankyou.
  16. CB

    CarolynB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff @ the Point are consummate professionals. The food is top notch and they ALWAYS make guests feel special. They are an exceptional establishment hit hard by covid. If you have the time and $$ I cannot recommend this restaurant more highly. A true bay treasure for locals (half price platters right now) and a selling point to the tourists. Such great quality.
  17. RS

    RodS

    New South Wales

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 June 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The Point was very good as always. The food was excellent and the service friendly.
  18. KM

    KenM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 June 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Great view during the day. Good choice of Seafood and non seafood. Friendly staff
  19. DN

    DianaN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 June 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Perfect in every way. Just the chips were too salty. But can not complain about anything else. Love this place
  20. BA

    BillA

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great staff, service and meal. Great position right on Soldiers Point.
  21. TR

    TracyR

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 June 2022

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    Entrees we’re good, the pasta was undercooked, crispy bits and stuck together. Fish was inedible. Cocktails were great!
  22. AF

    AllanF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed a rare night out for dinner as a family of five busy people. Service and our meals were great and we will be back in the future.
  23. LH

    LeanneH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Romantic seafood restaurant, beautiful service and food
  24. S

    Shary

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The seafood platter for lunch was great value at 50% off . The seafood were fresh and well cooked ! Nice view as well !
  25. S

    Sheila

    Melbourne

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 May 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Lovely outlook. Just a pity that half the items on the menu were not available. Including no coffee!!!!!!
  26. EM

    EmmaM

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 May 2022

    overall2food1service2ambience4
    Terrible service. $60 a dozen oysters is absolutely ridiculous.
  27. JM

    JanelleM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful view and food! Loved it and would definitely recommend!
  28. BA

    BillA

    New South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 May 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great view, service and wonderful food. Our special event restaurant.
  29. TR

    TonyR

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 May 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Such a gorgeous place to have lunch. Great food, great location.
  30. BJ

    BrettJ

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Have been before and ince again food was ok ... scallops with crispy pork belly entre very good but our crispy pork belly mains were not crispy unfortunately this time which was disappointing. "Crispy" means crispy. Very good cocktails and nice location.
  31. MD

    MalamaD

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 May 2022

    overall1food1service2ambience1
    The only good thing was the garlic, parmesan cob bread. Food was very salty especially the seafood chowder. For the price you pay, it was not worth it. Definitely would not return. Very disappointed!
  32. RS

    RoyS

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 1 May 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Probably better going for lunch as in the evening it’s just another restaurant. Would only recommend for lunch.
  33. RW

    RobertW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. Seafood platter was excellent. Great variety especially the mussels. Entrees and dessert was yummy. Good variety of drinks with special cocktails a treat. Our waitress was excellent very helpful and prompt. Overall experience was a 10
  34. A

    36thAnniversary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Beautiful food in a lovely restaurant- thoroughly enjoyed our Anniversary Dinner and the salt crusted barramundi was fantastic
  35. m

    macca

    Hawaii

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 April 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    sat outside and the view over the marina was pretty. service and food were all good. we will go back
  36. D

    Dodl

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent fresh, beautifully cooked and presented food, wonderful attentive service, lovely wines
  37. KL

    KerrynL

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 April 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Beautiful location and lovely service, however meals were small and very overpriced. The barramundi and the bug and prawn linguine were both delicious but the serves were not very generous and we left still hungry.
  38. HT

    HenkT

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 April 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Nice sea food restaurant with a terrific view over Port Stephens. Ambiance is modern and stylish. Food is well prepared and nicely presented. Service is very friendly but can be a bit slow at times. For the style and price level The Point should get rid of the paper napkins and supply their guests with textile ones.
  39. DR

    DRlocal

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 April 2022

    overall3food2service2ambience4
    Had hoped for a 4/5 star restaurant given such a beautiful location, but came away pretty disappointed with the food/price and service.
  40. D

    Drainy

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent location backed by very good food and service

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

The Point Restaurant is rated 4.2 stars by 245 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for The Point Restaurant

L 1 Sunset Bvd, Soldiers Point, AU-NSW 2317

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area

    Greater Newcastle

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Sun 11:45 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Modern Australian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Public Parking

  • Payment Options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

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