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Ripples Chowder Bay

Building 7 C, Chowder Bay Rd, Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

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Building 7 C, Chowder Bay Rd, Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

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+61 2 9960 3000
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ripples Chowder Bay

Perched along historic Clifton Gardens, this secluded Chowder Bay deck pairs tranquil harbour views with an unhurried seaside table. Regulars head here for long lunches free from strict turnover pressure, toasting milestones over charred octopus and pan-roasted barramundi. An accommodating BYO policy lets diners pour prized vintage bottles from home, complete with proper stemware and decanting at the table.

  • Secluded Chowder Bay Deck: Historic waterfront position directly beside the beach at Clifton Gardens, tucked away from urban hubbub.
  • BYO Wine Welcome: Guests celebrating milestones can bring cellared bottles from home, supported with table decanting and matching glassware.
  • Harbourfront Dining: Seafood-driven courses featuring fresh rock oysters, charred octopus, and crisp barramundi over water vistas.
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Why Dine at Ripples Chowder Bay

Discover why guests choose Ripples Chowder Bay for celebratory meals, peaceful daytime escapes, and memorable waterfront dining.

  • Sommelier-Supported BYO Wine Service

    Guests celebrating milestones can bring cellared bottles with professional sommelier care, decanting, and dedicated glassware.

    Ekin decanted our wine and brought out appropriate stemware so that the wine showed its best.

    Andrew Jordan

  • Unhurried Dining Pace for Long Lunches

    Midweek and daytime diners enjoy relaxed dining without strict turnover pressure, creating an ideal setting for long lunches paired with personal wines.

    the team at Ripples let us settle in and enjoy our winter feast without any pressure. It made the whole experience feel truly relaxed.

    Melissa Bourne

  • Tranquil Waterfront Atmosphere

    Set against calming harbor waters and sandstone heritage, the dining room allows guests to slow down and unwind.

    From the moment you walk in and sit down you relax due to the incredible atmosphere, the bright blue water and the cute beach nearby.

    Leeanne Dixon

  • Warm and Attentive Table Care

    Dedicated floor staff deliver welcoming, attentive hospitality that makes romantic dinners and celebrations feel distinct.

    She made the whole experience feel genuine and special. The atmosphere and food were great too.

    Samuel Nicolaou

  • Secluded Coastal Setting Away from Urban Hubs

    Positioned along Clifton Gardens and Chowder Bay, the venue offers a peaceful coastal escape right by the water.

    Lovely place overlooking Chowder Bay, you could easily lose an afternoon here having food and drinks looking out at the sea! It’s a great spot, feeling quite secluded and not very touristy.

    John Millington

  • Panoramic Balcony Water Views

    Balcony tables look out directly over Chowder Bay, pairing coastal Sydney scenery with outdoor lunch service.

    Enjoyed a beautiful sun drenched spring lunch at Ripples, sitting outside on the balcony overlooking Chowder Bay.

    Brett Hambly

Guest favorites and signature seafood dishes at Chowder Bay

  • Barramundi

    For mains we both had the barramundi fillet and it was tasty, fresh and perfectly cooked.

    Glenn Conwell

  • Oysters

    The rock oysters were A-grade

    Glenn Conwell

  • Roasted prawns

    my partner commented that the prawns tasted like lobster.

    Glenn Conwell

  • Charred octopus

    The charred octopus is a must to try!

    Fiona Coyne

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures that elevate dining occasions at Chowder Bay

  • Sommelier decanting and dedicated stemware

    Waitstaff provide dedicated wine care by decanting cellared bottles and supplying appropriate stemware for celebratory dinners.

  • Head chef table visits

    Waitstaff facilitate direct introductions and visits from the head chef table-side to personally celebrate dining occasions.

  • Complimentary menu upgrades

    Staff seamlessly honor discontinued booking packages by upgrading guests to the full lunch set at no extra charge, including on public holidays.

  • Relaxed table pacing without strict time limits

    Dining staff extend seating without enforcing strict turn times, accommodating unhurried multi-course birthday feasts.

Before you head over

Practical dining advice for planning your visit to Chowder Bay

  • Plan Ahead for Metered Parking and the Walk Down

    Paid meter parking is located up the road past Mosman village, requiring roughly a 500m walk down to the venue. Allow extra arrival time to pay the meter and walk to the bay.

  • Take Advantage of Dedicated BYO Wine Service

    If you are bringing special vintage bottles to celebrate, staff can provide decanting and dedicated stemware to ensure cellared wines show their best. Verify BYO availability when reserving.

  • Book Weekdays for a Relaxed, Unhurried Long Lunch

    For celebrations seeking an unhurried waterfront meal without strict two-hour sitting turnover, book a weekday or mid-week lunch when dining limits are more relaxed.

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