Discover Scratchleys on the Wharf, a popular Seafood Restaurant in 200 Wharf Rd, NSW, offering fresh seafood and a comfortable place to dine. Rated 4.00 stars from 1977 reviews, we’re also proud to provide accessible facilities and a menu designed to satisfy every guest.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Scratchleys on the Wharf
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
With Garlic Butter
With dukkah, balsamic & olive oil
Panfried served with sweet chilli sauce
with mignoette dressing
with mignonette dressing
Oven-grilled bacon with a rich Worcestershire-style sauce.
Oven-grilled bacon with a rich Worcestershire-style sauce.
with mint oil, flying fish roe
with mint oil, flying fish roe
served with aromatic rice pilaf
served with aromatic rice pilaf
served with aromatic rice pilaf
served with aromatic rice pilaf
fried served with a sticky thai dipping sauce
fried served with a sticky thai dipping sauce
our famous velouté style soup packed full of fish, prawns, mussels, squid, octopus & vegetables, served with turkish garlic bread
preserved lemon, baby caper, shallots with a citrus aioli, avocado puree and garlic crouts
house specialty featuring mussels, squid, prawn & fish drizzled with chimichurri
tossed through pickled ginger, bean shoot, coriander, chilli and crispy eschalot with a miso soy sesame aioli
stuffed with a wild mushroom almond cream on black garlic aioli, truffle oil & fried enoki mushrooms
see staff for todays flavour
fresh tiger prawns, natural & compressed cucumber gin oysters, crispy cos lettuce cups served with tomato salsa, bug meat & avocado puree, battered fish, fried calamari, tempura prawns, half shell scallops, oven roasted W.A rock lobster with citrus herb garlic caper butter. with fries
fresh tiger prawns, natural & compressed cucumber gin oysters, crispy cos lettuce cups served with tomato salsa bug meat & avocado puree, char-grilled mussels, squid, prawns & fish, drizzled with chimichurri, half shell scallops, oven roasted W.A rock lobster with citrus herb garlic caper butter. with fries
blue swimmer crab, tiger prawn and bug linguine with chilli, garlic, tomato concasse, fresh baby spinach, basil & parsley in a white wine citrus butter sauce
house battered "fish of the day" with fries, salad & house made tartare
twice cooked rolled pork belly on a fennel & leak puree, shaved jamon, rocket, pear & cranberry salad with an apple gel
char-grilled to your liking served with steamed greens & red wine jus with your choice of roasted root vegetables or creamy mash potato
char-grilled to your liking served with steamed greens & red wine jus with your choice of roasted root vegetables or creamy mash potato
with poached prawns & calamari in a mornay sauce
served medium on mediterranean cous cous, romesco sauce, dukka, labna & balsamic glaze
served on seeded mustard potato gratin, citrus herb aioli, petite greek salad
Golen fried served with fries, garden salad & rich home-made gravy
with chimichurri
truffle oil, shaved parmesan & parsley chips
With macerated balsamic strawberries & pistachio crumb
With almond biscotti
With drunken tropical fruits, coconut mousse, meringue and toasted coconut flakes
With raspberry sorbet
Rich flourless chocolate cake with mixed drunken berries & vanilla ice cream
Hear from our valued guests
Went to scratchleys with 8 of my mates last week. The boys are usually pub types so this was a big deal for them. A couple of them splashed out and had lobster and fillet steak as well as some very nice wine. Every single one of them was amazed at how good it all was. We all agreed, it was great sitting looking at the water and the staff made us feel very special. They were friendly and efficient and all the food was delicious. My tuna dish was incredible. Will definitely be back. Was a great dining experience for all of us.
The food was amazing! The oysters with the compressed cucumber were so delicious. I had the swordfish special and I loved the watermelon salad. It added a lovely summer touch. The atmosphere on the water with the best weather was very relaxing. We were looked after with great service. Highly recommend!
Had an amazing experience at Scratchleys! The staff are very welcoming and the food is amazing! Loved everything about the atmosphere and hospitality. Highly recommend for family gatherings and celebrations!
Scratchleys on the Wharf delivered excellent food with incredibly fresh fish. I had the seafood chowder as a starter, and grilled mahi mahi — those meals are outstanding. I last visited around 12 years ago, and the quality remains consistently high. While the prices aren’t the cheapest, the food is definitely worth it.
This restaurant offers a perfect seaside dining experience! The location is stunning, with beautiful bay views that enhance every meal. The staff is professional, attentive, and truly dedicated to great service. We tried the fish and chips—crispy, fresh, and absolutely delicious. A must-visit for amazing food in a breathtaking setting!
Great place for seafood, right on the water. You can watch ferries and cargo ships coming and going. Lots of excellent gluten free choices, including an amazing pavlova dessert.
Definitely the best seafood we have had for a very long while. Great food and very friendly service, good selection of wine and draft beer, I can highly recommend this place
Last night we went to Scratchleys for my birthday dinner. From the moment we walked in the service was on point. We were greeted by Jackson and Jed. Jed’s service and his explanation of the menu, from food through to the cocktails was sensational! The team were attentive to our table, every meal was fresh, tasty and presented beautifully. It was the most perfect evening weather wise and we sat near the window (highly recommend booking early and requesting a window seat as if there is no wind the lovely team open up the whole window and you get a few open view of the harbour). The team lit my cake for me and came over to the table and due to the wind even shut the large window as my candles kept blowing out. A huge shout out to Ben as he kept re lightning my candles over and over! The service that my son, my Husband and I received from Jed, Ben and Jackson can not be faulted. We will be back and can’t wait.
Scratchley’s is always wonderful. You just can’t beat the venue over the water watching the busy port and the food is sensational. The service is so good that Charlotte remembered us from last time which was months ago , maybe even the same birthday lunch last year! Staff are attentive and fun and you can sense there’s a good vibe for them as employees. Don’t think twice about going. You won’t be disappointed.
Amazing experience here! The food was absolutely delicious and the drinks were perfect as well. The view is unbeatable — such a beautiful spot to enjoy a meal. I’ll definitely be coming back again!
Common questions about Scratchleys on the Wharf
Scratchleys on the Wharf is located at 200 Wharf Rd, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia, 200 Wharf Rd, NSW, Australia.
You can reach Scratchleys on the Wharf by calling +61 2 4929 1111.
Scratchleys on the Wharf has a rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 1977 customer reviews.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following service options: On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following highlights: Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great wine list, Live music.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Healthy options, Late-night food, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following dining options: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following atmosphere: Casual, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following planning: Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Reservations required, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following children: High chairs, Kids' menu.
Scratchleys on the Wharf features the following parking: Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Plenty of parking.
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