Restaurant
The Salty Mangrove
50 River St, New Brighton NSW 2483, Australia
Find The Salty Mangrove
50 River St, New Brighton NSW 2483, Australia
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Perched steps from New Brighton beach across from the mangroves, The Salty Mangrove serves coastal plates and vinyl sounds in an easygoing seaside setting. It is the kind of creekside perch where morning starts over flat whites with house nut milk before sliding into long, breezy lunches. Diners gravitate toward the charred swordfish skewers, briny Merimbula oysters, and warm flatbread paired with salted mullet roe taramasalata. Inside or out on the deck, dogs settle underfoot while the kitchen turns out grilled prawns and hand-cut chips, backed by a tight roster of small-batch wines and chilled ales.
- Morning Coffee & Bakes: Pours espresso and house nut milk alongside fresh pastries and savoury morning bites just steps from the sand.
- Coastal Plates & Seafood: The kitchen leans into grilled swordfish skewers, fresh oysters, taramasalata with flatbread, and hand-cut chips.
- Vinyl Beats & Small-Batch Wine: Spins vinyl tracks and hosts live Sunday jazz alongside a tight list of small-batch wines.
- Dog-Friendly Inside & Out: Welcomes four-legged companions across both indoor tables and airy outdoor waterside seating.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose The Salty Mangrove
From riverside vinyl sessions to thoughtful coastal dining, discover why locals and coastal travelers return to The Salty Mangrove.
Masterful Seasonal Coastal Dining
The kitchen delivers standout Mediterranean and coastal dishes crafted with understated culinary precision, from fresh oysters and grilled prawns to house charcoal skewers.
relaxed cafe vibe with top notch service & exceptional seasonal fare
Gabrielle Vinyl Beats and Small-Batch Wine
An eclectic vinyl soundscape and live Sunday afternoon jazz sets accompany an intentionally curated list of small-batch producer wines and cocktails.
We loved the vinyl beats playing while we ate, and the wine list might be small but it’s got some seriously lovely picks.
Happy Diane Deeply Caring and Thoughtful Hospitality
Guests are welcomed like locals with thoughtful, highly anticipatory table care that makes every dining visit feel personal and unhurried.
This is exactly what we go out to dinner for — incredible food, warm service, and people who genuinely care about your experience.
Kate Thompson Unhurried Waterside Tranquility
Nestled beside the mangrove reserve and moments from the surf, the venue offers a peaceful escape where patrons can unwind completely without pressure.
It’s a place where you feel like you’re doing something with your day without doing much of anything at all.
Waleed Khalid Scenic Riverside and Beachside Enclave
Situated right across from the tidal river and reserve, diners enjoy open-air tables just 50 metres away from the pristine New Brighton beach.
Lovely relaxed setting across from the water. DJ a nice touch too
Celeste S Complete Dog-Friendly Hospitality
Four-legged companions are warmly welcomed across the venue both indoors and outdoors, making it an effortless stop for beachgoers and travelers.
Great repurposing of the old pizza shop and its dog friendly which is a big bonus for us.
Greece Travel Secrets
Most popular items
Beloved coastal dishes and Mediterranean-inspired favorites
Snapper Sandwich
I’ve been waiting for over a year to try the snapper sandwich (not pictured as it was eaten so quickly) and it did not disappoint.
Alexandra Johnson Chicken Skewers
Special shout out to the dolmades and the chicken skewers.
Elena Atanasov Lamb Kofta
The lamb kofte is so delicious with a perfect balance of flavours and temperatures and textures.
Quincy Greek-Style Weed Pie
That Greek-style weed pie ($12) is suitably sharp and flaky, full of spinach, dandelion, chicory and radicchio.
Waleed Khalid
Other favorites
House sides, fresh bakes, and specialty cafe drinks
Pickled Vegetables
The pickle plate was life affirming.
Elena Atanasov House Nut Milk Coffee
The coffee with house nut milk was great too.
Quincy Sticky Banana Cake
We also came back on the last day for another slice of the sticky banana cake because it slapped.
Elena Atanasov Hand Cut Chips
Lunch today for 5 people, chicken skewer, anchovie pasta, snapper sandwiches and fresh hand cut chips.
Malcolm Rumbelow
Beyond the menu
Personal hospitality and attentive touches that set the dining experience apart
Garden Dahlias Gifted at Departure
Staff sent a guest home with fresh-cut dahlias picked directly from a team member's garden after dinner.
Anticipatory Drink Replacement
When an insect landed in a drink, staff spotted it instantly and replaced the beverage before the table even requested assistance.
House-Crafted Nut Milk
Baristas prepare coffee with house-made nut milk for daily morning orders.
All-Area Pet Hospitality
Diners are welcome to bring their dogs to sit alongside them anywhere, whether dining indoors or outside.
Before you head over
Practical tips to help you get the most out of your visit to The Salty Mangrove.
Request Outdoor Seating for a Quieter Vibe
If you prefer a quieter, calmer setting, ask to sit outside under the trees or by the undercover tables, as the indoor dining area can get quite loud during busy services.
Visit on Sunday Afternoons for Live Music
Drop by on a Sunday afternoon to catch live jazz or curated vinyl DJ sessions alongside their small-batch wine list and shared plates.
Bring Your Dog Indoors or Outdoors
You don't need to leave your dog at home or tied up on the street—dogs are welcomed in both the indoor and outdoor seating areas.
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