The Garden Bar Bistro
Cocktail Bar • Seaviews • International
Dine In
GF • DF • V • Vegan
Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 3pm – 9pm |
| Thursday | 3pm – 9pm |
| Friday | 3pm – 9pm |
| Saturday | 12pm – 9pm |
| Sunday | 12pm – 9pm |
About Us
Garden Bar Bistro is located at the beautiful Coral Sea Marina in Airlie Beach. Garden Bar Bistro boasts amazing sea views where you can watch the comings and goings of the huge variety of sea craft while enjoying some beautiful cuisine accompanied by a signature cocktail put together by our experienced staff. Our menu is international and has something for everyone making sure during your visit you are satisfied.
Call ahead, book a table and have an amazing dining experience in the most beautiful spot in Airlie Beach.
Venue
Perfect Sunset Dining
Ocean Views
Our Bar
Marina Views
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Light Bites
Chicken Wings
Citrus Marinated Calamari
Ceviche
Superfood Salad with Chicken
Chicken Wings / 19
Tossed with your choice of honey soy or spicy sauce with a side of ranch dressing
Citrus Marinated Crispy Calamari (GF,DF) / 19
Served with lemon and house aioli
Ceviche (GF) / 32
A traditional Peruvian technique using only a blend of lime & orange to cook locally caught reef fish. Topped with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, coriander, bean shoots & chilli then served on an avocado puree with a side of crispy naan.
(GF without naan)
Falafel Salad (V) / 24
Falafel, grilled halloumi, mixed leaves, carrot, cucumber, radish & cherry tomatoes, topped with a creamy tahini dressing, toasted pepitas & sunflower seeds. Served with naan bread and hummus.
Superfood Salad (GF,V,VG,DF) / 23
A vibrant mix of tricoloured quinoa, garden-fresh kale, broccolini, chickpeas, roasted sweet potato, carrot, olives and avocado drizzled in a light passionfruit dressing. Party on a plate!
Add Crispy Calamari / 6
Chicken / 6
Mains
Grilled Chicken Burger
Fresh Fish Tacos
Mediterranean Fettucine with Prawns
Malaysian Curry
Paella
Seafood Platter For 1
Grilled Chicken Burger (GFO) / 25
Tender grilled cajun chicken, maple bacon, tomato, lettuce and pineapple. Aussie style, but then we fancy it up with aioli and brioche bun and served with chips and more house aioli.
GF bun / 2
Classic Cheese Burger (GFO) / 25
House made Australian ground beef cooked medium with melted vintage cheddar, maple bacon, tomato, lettuce, mustard & tomato relish. Served on brioche bun with chips & house aioli.
GF bun / 2
Fresh Fish Tacos (DF,GFO) / 27
Pan-fried with coriander cabbage slaw, pineapple and tomato & onion salsa in grilled soft tacos, drizzled with spicy sauce. Served with chips and house aioli.
If heat isn’t your thing choose to top with guacamole instead! (contains dairy)
GF wrap / 2
Port Lincoln Mussels / 35
Simmered in a creamy chilli and garlic tomato broth. Served with garlic bread.
Mediterranean Fettuccine (V,DF,GFO) / 26
House made pasta, tossed with zucchini, eggplant, roasted capsicum, olives, spinach, chilli and basil. Parmesan? Just Ask!
Add GF pasta (suitable for vegans) / 2
Add prawns / 8
Malaysian Chicken or Vegetable curry
An aromatic Malaysian style curry, moderate in spicy and bursting with flavours of coconut, lemongrass, ginger & lime.
Paired with coconut rice, naan, coriander and extra chilli on the side.
Chicken / 33
Vegetable / 31
Paella (GF) / 37
Let’s get festive with a twist on Valencia’s finest. Served with prawns, calamari, mussels, chicken & chorizo
Grass Fed 250g Porterhouse (GF) / 39
Chef reckons justice requires this to be savoured rare but will cook the way you like. Smashed chat potatoes, riata and seasonal vegetables
Add creamy mushroom or pepper sauce / 4
Seafood Platter for one / 55
Local fish ceviche, citrus-marinated crispy calamari, seared scallops, fresh Bowen prawns and Coffin Bay oysters. Served with garden salad, house aioli, speciality Garden Bar sauce & naan. For the serious seafood lover!
Something to Share
Garden Bar Share Platter
Seafood Platter
We love cheese platter (V) / 37
The perfect trio – blue, brie & cheddar paired with a selection of mixed olives, dips and crackers.
Travelling solo? Choose 1 cheese from above and the chef will design a platter for one / 22
Garden Bar Share Platter / 55
A selection of crispy calamari, chicken wings, spicy fish tacos served with garden salad, chips, speciality Garden Bar sauce and garlic bread
Seafood Platter / 109
Local reef fish ceviche, citrus-marinated crispy calamari, seared scallops, fresh Bowen prawns and Coffin Bay oysters. Served with garden salad, house aioli, speciality Garden Bar sauce and naan. For seafood lovers!
Japanese Oysters (GF,DF)
Coffin Bay oysters with mirin, lime, soy, cucumber & spring onion. Or natural if you like.
1/2 Doz / 24
1 Doz / 48
Sides
house chips / 9
Sweet Potato Chips / 10
Garlic Bread / 9
Garden Salad / 9
Aioli / 2
Steamed Coconut Rice / 5
Naan Bread / 3
Roasted & Steamed Seasonal Vegetables / 12
Desserts
Crème Brûlée / 12
A dessert that simply radiates indulgence
Sticky Date Pudding / 14
Served warm with caramel sauce & ice cream. Dare to share? Request two spoons.
Affogato / 8
A scoop of vanilla ice cream with an espresso shot.
Add liqueur / 14
Choose from Cointreau, Frangelico, Drambuie or Bailey’s
Decadent Dessert Cocktail / 21
Frangelico, Baileys and Kahlua blended with vanilla ice cream.
For the Kids
Meals available for under 10’s only. Includes a glass of soft drink or juice, and a colouring page.
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Chicken nuggets & chips / 10
Served with tomato sauce
Home Made Spring Roll & Garden Salad / 12
Served with tomato sauce
Battered Fish Torpedos & Chips / 12
Served with tomato sauce
Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream / 4
Served with strawberry or chocolate sauce
Cocktail Menu
Cocktails With Ocean Views
Mojito
The Whitehaven
Gin Teaser Board
Dragonfruit Cocktails
Non Alcoholic Drinks
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, Sparkling Wine, Soda Water & Orange
Moscow Mule
Vodka, Giner Beer & Fresh Lime
Mojito
Bacardi, muddled mint, fresh lime and sugar syrup, topped with soda
Cosmopolitan
Vodka, lychee spirit, apple, fresh lime and vanilla with a lychee
Frozen or Shaken margarita
Tequila, Triple Sec, Agave & fresh lime
Bloody Mary
Vodka, tomato juice, hot & spicy
Espresso Martini
Vodka, Kahlua, espresso & vanilla
Mother of Dragons (seasonal)
Rum, Chambord, sugar syrup, fresh lime, and local dragon fruit blended with ice
The Whitehaven
Vodka, Malibu, blue curacao and coconut cream. Beach in a glass!
Passionfruit caprioska
Vodka, lime, fresh passionfruit & sugar syrup blended with ice
Tasty & Tangy!
Mango Daquiri
Local mangos, rum, sugar syrup and fresh lime blended with ice
Lychee Martini
Vodka, Lychee spirit, apple, fresh lime and vanilla with lychee
Rum Punch
Rum, light & dark, fresh juices, spices, flavours of the Caribbean
Espresso Martini Teaser Board
Includes Coconut, Tiramisu, Orange and Mint
Mini Espressor Martinis!
Gin Teaser Board
Match your gin – Pink, 23 Ink, Malfy Citron & Gin Mare – each gin paired with its own flavour profile, our choice of garnish makes all the difference!
Function Menu
The Garden Bar is the perfect location for your next event or function.
Positioned overlooking the Coral Sea Marina, The Garden Bar’s beautiful spaces provide a special place for pre and post-wedding functions, corporate events, Christmas parties, birthday and special event celebrations.
The different space options available, within The Garden Bar means that there is the right fit for every group and every event.
From our relaxed and informal outdoor lounge area to our vibrant bar space, not to mention the deck which boats the best views!
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Our menu is designed to share and all items below are served as share platters. Each platter serves approx 8-10 people. Enjoy making your selection!
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Chicken Wings (2 ways) / 120
Hot & tangy & honey soy wings served with our special Garden Bar aioli. Approx 60.
Antipasto Board (GFO) / 190
A selection of blue, brie & smoked cheddar cheese and delicious cured meats, served with grilled vegetables and a range of dips, olives, crackers, flatbread, fruit & nuts.
GF option $1 per wrap.
Taco Wraps (GFO) / 230
Crowd favourite spicy grilled chicken, coriander cabbage slaw, pineapple and tomato & onion salsa, wrapped in a soft tortilla and served with chips & aioli. 20 pieces.
GF option $1 per wrap.
Charcuterie Platter (DF) / 160
An assortment of delicious cured meats and a selection of dips, crackers & flatbread.
Malaysian Curry Sampler (DF, GF, V & Vegan Available) / 230
An aromatic medium spiced curry, bursting with flavours of coconut, lemongrass, ginger and lime. Paired with coconut rice and served with naan, chilli & coconut sambol on the side. 20 individual serves – 10 chicken & 10 vegetable.
From the grill (GF,DF) / 220
Mixed grilled shish kebab platter of chicken, beef & lamb kofta skewers. Served with naan and a selection of sauces – sweet chilli & house tzatziki. 30 skewers.
From the Garden (V) / 160
Individual caprese salad spoons, house made spring rolls & fresh falafels, crumbed mozzarella sticks jalapeno poppers, crumber mozzarella sticks, vegetable samosas and spinach & feta rolls. Served with tahini & sweet chilli sauce.
Superfood Share Salad (V,VG,DF,GF) / 100
Party-on-a-plate! Tri-coloured quinoa with crispy kale, broccolini, chickpeas, roasted sweet potato, carrots, olives & avocado. A perfect accompaniment.
From the sea – subject to market price
Seafood Platter available upon request.
Petite Desserts / 95
A slection of sweet and decadent cakes you will love. 25 serves.
Bar Tabs
You can choose a cash bar or we can easily set up a bar tab that can be secured with a credit card upon arrival.
Signature Event Cocktail
Request your favourite cocktail or let us create your own signature event cocktail which will be served at your event at a special price for your guests.
Dietary Symbols
V – Vegetarian VGO – Vegan Option
GF – Gluten Free. GFO – Gluten Free Option
DF – Dairy Free
Whitsunday Menu holds no responsibility for dietary claims made within this menu. It is the individual’s responsibility to check ingredients used in the food does not compromise any special dietary requirements.
Reviews
Lesley Ey – May 2021
Great food. Fabulous cocktails. Excellent service. Highly recommend this bistro
Anthony Berko – January 2021
Laz Reynolds – August 2021
The food, service, music and atmosphere was exquisite ….highly recommended!
Source: Facebook Reviews
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