THE SCENE

Uniquely positioned smack bang on Collaroy Beach, The Collaroy is built on the bones of the old Surf Rock Hotel. It boasts a crisp white beach-shack vibe with local memorabilia on the walls and modern, beachy décor.

Spend the morning brunching with a coffee and your feet in the sand at the Pelican Pavilion, grab some casual fare in the sports bar or pop-up weekend burger shack, or go in for finer nosh in the upstairs a la carte area – whatever you choose, the water views and relaxed, breezy vibe will frame your experience.

THE GRUB

For breakfast, the health-conscious will appreciate the powerhouse porridge brimming with seeds, goji berries and coconut, or for those who want a treat, a full English breakfast or pulled pork eggs Benedict will satisfy. For lunch and dinner, classic pub grub options meet healthy dishes such as the super food bowl filled with dressed buckwheat noodles, shredded nori, tofu, sprouts, veggies, toasted sesame seeds and rare tuna; or go for the creative crispy pork belly with Paris mash and Asian slaw, with a side of prawn hush puppie sor incredibly moreish waffle fries with chipotle sauce.

BEHIND THE BAR

A range of wines and extensive craft beers, while house made syrup mixers lend an exotic edge to your spirits on a warm day.

BILL PLEASE

Breakfast dishes $5-$22; lunch-dinner dishes $17-$28.

VERDICT

You can easily while away hours here. Not for those in a rush and be prepared for weekend line-ups.

The Collaroy

1064 Pittwater Road

Collaroy Beach

NSW

2097

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