Amazing value and exceptional service and food. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. We had the lamb shanks which was on the daily specials board, everything was cooked perfectly. The view is very hard to beat ðŸ'" we are telling everyone how good it is there and would recommend the Brighton esplanade hotel to anyone

Nice food, great location. BUT.....there was one thing that left a bit of a sour taste in our mouths, so to speak. A large outdoor board advertised $7.50 Coopers Pale Ale pints all day, every day. So we got one, only to find out later that we'd been charged $9.80. When I politely brought it to the attention of a staff member, they simply said that special had finished the day before and they hadn't updated the board. Being a little disppointed at that response, I mentioned it again to another staff member. Same response. It's certainly not about the $2.30. It's about the principle. I would have thought that they would have viewed honouring the price they were displaying as important. It would seem not.

I had the pleasure of enjoying breakfast at Esplanade Hotel near Brighton Jetty, and it was a delightful experience! The location is unbeatable - just steps away from the beach, offering stunning views and a relaxing atmosphere.

The breakfast itself was exceptional. There was a wide range of delicious options, all freshly prepared and full of flavor. I particularly loved ESPY Big Brekky, and the coffee was the perfect pick-me-up.

Whether you're a local or just visiting, Esplanade Hotel by Brighton Beach is a must-visit for a fantastic breakfast in a beautiful setting. I can't wait to return!

Rooms, well bathroom was not clean and very old, our room faced jetty rd which was lit up all night and the one curtain hung on shower rings did not block out the light. We were meant to stay 2 nights but left after one, they kindly refunded the cost of the second night, but would not stay there again, shame as the location was beautiful

Myself & 6 friends had lunch here today with the lovely view of the sea.
The food presentation was excellent & all meals were delicious.
I had the seaford trio which was cooked to perfection with a tasty salad & nice crunchy chips.
Very generous serves with all meals. Our meals were reasonably priced, but as per most eateries the steak is a little more expensive.
The food arrived in a timely manner & we all received Seniors discount on our main meals.
The drinks were reasonably priced, I've seen higher for bubbles per glass.
Plenty of water & clean glasses provided without having to ask.
The staff were friendly & polite.
The rest rooms were clean, kept tidy & stocked with the necessities.
Parking today wasn't a problem.
We weren't shoved out the door when we finished eating, in fact we were still there chatting until after 3pm.

I'm pretty chill and understanding when a team in a restaurant are struggling but tonight was hard to swallow. I get that prices are going up but my vegan pizza was barely frozen pizza quality for $28. Menu was really lacking in vegan options. Ordered coffees which the young lad really struggled to place. Seemed confused when I asked for multiple coffees and again no dairy free dessert options. Though he did tell me they may have more up the front?
We waited 20 minutes for the coffees and had to ask for their whereabouts. First one arrived cold which was sent back. Next two were lukewarm but were drank simply so we could leave.

I apologies for being critical but it it's what it is. No senior team members working in the restaurant really left us wondering if we'll be back.

Lovely staff - friendly and informative. The rooms are passable, you get what you pay for. Could say that the shared bathrooms leave more cleaning to be desired. Location is amazing for the beach. The food is the big let down here: took forever to arrive despite an almost empty restaurant and when it did it was the biggest let down flavour wise.

In the best location. Super friendly staff, amazing meals. Love the specials in Sports Bar.
Rooms are very basic and ours smelt funky. No views. Stairs are hard for oder visitors. Bed was very comfortable though and rooms were clean.

Great local venue. Was there with visitors from W.A. who were very impressed. The casual area served great coffees. My granddaughter was thrilled with the way her baby chino was presented to her. It looked quite the thing. The Bistro dining area had a small play area for young children. There could be more exploration play equipment there to keep children active and entertained for a longer time.
I loved my chicken schnitzel and gravy, served with chips and a side salad. Others liked the beef schnitzel and the kids pizza on offer. The calamari dish was enjoyable, but the steak not apparently. It's quite a pricey menu, so be aware of that and nearby parking can be an issue.

Great pub with outdoor area overlooking the ocean. One complaint, we often stop for a beer and coffee and are surprised the staff dont take dirty plates etc back after delivery of food and drinks. Some dishes etc can be on vacant tables for 1/2 hr or so.

Sign said wait to be seated. So my friends and I waited just over ten minutes, no staff came to seat us so we seated ourselves. After another 10 minutes as we were about to go order drinks from the bar a waiter came over and asked us if we'd reserved the table (there was no reserve sign), we explained no one had seated us so we seated ourselves. He had the nerve to give us attitude while asking us to shift elsewhere (didn't even show us to another table).... the restaurant was next to empty. We just went somewhere else. Disgusting

Great location, food was ok , place is a bit tired & seems grubby. Staff not overly enthusiastic - dirty plates sitting on many tables and it wasn't an overly busy time. Could be amazing with just a few tweaks. The location is what draws you in

This is a great value for money stop for a single traveller. The room was spacious and clean, with a large vintage style bathroom. Accomodation is in the older part of the building but it's very clean. There is room service too. I would stay again.

We had a coffee in the front bar today with another couple and the young man with an English accent who served us was particularly nice. He brought my husband a ginger and lemon tea with his drink as he had a sore throat. He was 19 years old and although he told us his name I could not remember it. A great and polite young lad and the hotel should be proud to have him as an employee.

We enjoyed dinner of fish and chips and the graizers pie. Price wise, the food was fresh delicious, made with care and not loaded with salt. The pie was generous full of beef and tasty pastry full shell. The fish was extra delicious, crumbed, full of fish!! We sat outside and enjoyed the view and beautiful weather.

The food is good and there is a lovely view of the jetty outside. The service is pretty slow. We ordered coffee after our meal, which took a long time to come. When it did, the coffee was spilt all over the saucers so they asked if we would like new ones so we said yes. They walked away and never brought the new saucers (with sugar and spoon) so eventually we had to go and ask them and had cold coffee.

Shower doesn't drain well, light through curtains and noisy throughout weekend. Blue light illuminated very disturbing deposits on walls, doors, fridge and cupboards. Absence I've affordable breakfast menu, PARKING WAS ABSURD, STAYED 3 DAYS, every return NO F'N PARK! No plates, bowls, cups, toaster or cutlery. No bedside cupboards! TX remote power not work, must turn on and off at mounted small tv screen.

Rooms i stayed in paint missing,shower doesn't drain properly, rude female staff member when asking for breakfast, parking was bad. There should be numbers in the carpark corresponding you're room key number and if any public member parking in that spot should be fined. It was hard getting a park being a hotel guest.

Hey! We had a birthday dinner there, not only was the food amazing and the ocean views but the staff were super friendly and nice, shout out to the manager Bree for adding an extra touch!

I asked to have the heaters turned on after paying for a $55 dinner, that the eind simetimes blows it out, there was no wind that day, then got told they'd send someone out to turn it on, no one came out. Food was great, drinks were awesome, staff were slack...

A wonderful extended family lunch looking out to the ocean and the jetty. Delicious meals and responsive service. Ease of access for elderly from the rear car park.
Highly recommend.

All a bit dated really. Don't know about the rooms we ate in the restaurant. Food was ok but the service a bit slow. One guy trying hard but struggling. Apparently it was busier than normal but I have read that quite a bit in the reviews for this pub. You would think that after all this time the management would had sorted out their staffing levels. Great spot on the beach but don't think I'll be going back, Sorry.

Stopped in for some breakfast, had the $10 bacon and eggs (great value! and tasty) and a nice cup of coffee. Staff were friendly and attentive. Would happily recommend to anyone looking for a nice brekky with a view.

Terrific place the Espy. Have been staying here most years for the best part of a decade. Rooms are clean, comfortable, and ideally suited to a single older bloke just looking for a good night's sleep. Food is terrific too. I'll be back.

Came into the Esplanade Hotel last night. Never been here before as I live north, but I was so happy with the service I received. The food was delicious and the young waitress was very friendly, I was surprised when she told me she was only 17 but still was such a hard worker. Will definitely be back!

Have been a regular visitor and unfortunately noticed a steady decline in food and service quality in recent times. If all you're after is a drink, nice view and bowl of chips then it should satisfy that need. Otherwise there are far better options nearby.

I recently visited the Esplanade Hotel and was blown away by the beautiful view of the beach and ocean right on the esplanade. The ambiance was perfect for a lazy Sunday morning, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. One thing that really impressed me was the ability to order from my phone via a QR code on the table, which made the whole ordering process seamless and easy.

I ordered the big breakfast with a vanilla latte, and while it was relatively good, it wasn't anything spectacular. The coffee was nice and had a lovely flavor that complemented the meal well. However, it was the stunning view and atmosphere that really made the experience special. I would highly recommend this restaurant for its decent food with a 5/5 view and atmosphere. Overall, a great spot for a relaxing breakfast or brunch with friends and family.

I had a nice time staying at this hotel. Its beachside location is excellent. The room was clean and bed very comfy. The waitress that attending to me was the best ever. She went out of her way to make sure the food served was top notch. 5 stars to her. If you're in town and need a place to lodge, do check them out.

The hotel is brilliantly located - right beside the beach, plenty of local wine bars, coffee houses, restaurants etc. The accommodation was functional and, while not luxurious, it had everything one needed, and a good shower. Rooms were clean and serviced daily (including Christmas Day). The cost was very cheap, so excellent valued for money. Food was good, and well priced. Staff were fantastic - helpful and friendly, even when frantically busy. The parking was fine (at the back of the hotel).

Just wanted very simple 2 coffee and cake. The place was full of inexperienced school leavers who didn't know how to use the till to make the order but I was patient even after explaining 3 times the young girl got it wrong but I thought that's okay I will go with that but after waiting 25 minutes and seeing that no one was going near the coffee machine or cake fridge I asked for my money back and told them I was going elsewhere which they seemed happy about because they were all afraid of the coffee machine and they only wanted to carry counter meals from the kitchen to the front bar
I can see why people get angry at staff everywhere now because this is typical of inexperienced and untrained staff in hospitality and retail around Australia

Great place to eat for a family night out. Playground keeps the kids happy and occupied. Enjoyed a beautiful view of the water while eating a delicious meal that was served fresh and tasty. Did have to wait a long time for drinks specifically the cocktails however Lana and the Bistro team were very helpful and fixed the issue straight away. Thanks guys for a nice night out.

Lovely place for family dinner. Went with my mum and two of her friends. Not too noisy, we could talk well. Good choice without too much range. Fair prices. Prompt service. Diane sauce on schnitzel a treat as always! Good size and not too big!

Went to the Espy Brighton Bistro today for lunch. Great window view of the ocean. Wonderful, polite and smiling staff. The menu is very good, but I decided to have the roast 'special' of the day, and it was the best roast I have had in years. Good portion size, real gravy, great 'home style' roasted veggies. Absolutely delicious!!! My lunch guest had a schnitty with pepper sauce, and loved it.
Drink and food prices were good, true value for money. When you go out for a meal, you should remember it for the great food and good service, and that is how I will remember today. Smiling, happy staff, great food, excellent view, makes for a relaxing meal, so Thank you to all staff

Nice meal for Father's Day and some good events on the day to boost the atmosphere. Friendly service, wide menu selection and great view. The food has improved since I was last there a year ago, though the salad bar isn't back as yet.

We have been here twice, both times had a great time. The pizzas are absolutely amazing, not Italian, but my favorite!
This evening my wife and I were celebrating our anniversary and the nice girl offered us a cherry tart on the house! So nice of you (don't know your name) it was a beautiful gesture 😊

Great location, great people, great food.

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My Family celebrated our Mum's 103rd Birthday today at the Esplanade Hotel and I would like to commend Lana and Oscar for the terrific service that they gave us. My Mum is in a wheelchair and Lana helped us from when we first arrived right up until we left. She was so friendly and paid my Mum so much attention, she made her feel so special on her Birthday.
Thoroughly recommend the Esplanade Hotel for great food, terrific service and friendly atmosphere.

Had a beautiful casual dinner at The Espy last Sat night. Food was delicious and plentiful, service was quick and best of all , service by the Bar staff just made me feel very 'looked after'. A special shout out to Lana , who ,through her beautiful personality and service , reminded me that there are lots of reasons to smile even in these tough times.

After the first visit and sick stomach I gave this place another chance. Ordered Atlantic salmon and got it probably 10% cooked and completely raw inside. Asked for a refund and a quick chips instead. 15 min later still waiting. The most horrible place to eat ! Love Brighton but you guys absolutely sucked

Fantastic customer service and excellent food. The staff and management are great. Anthony, Matt were accommodating and helpful and Simon was super friendly and helpful too! A beautiful place to enjoy a meal.

Lana, Leanne, Eve and the staff tonight were amazing. First time dining at the espy and we were not disappointed. Keep up the good work lovely ladies! You're all fantastic! Thank you for a brilliant dining experience 🥰🥰

Pleasantly open feel in the dinning-room, with a lovely view of the jetty and ocean. Kids play area. Great service. My wife and I had the chicken and beef burgers respectively; and found them and the whole experience thoroughly enjoyable and satisfying. Easily recommend.

Such a great location and the staff were absolutely lovely, but you get what you pay for. The kitchen extractor fan outside my window (room 6) was LOUD (and I'm a musician!) from about 9am-9pm, the double bed made it impossible to open the bathroom door fully and the shower kept going from freezing to scalding every 10 seconds (I think it was hooked on the same line as the kitchen). Not good for a relaxed and/or restful stay, but fine if you're like me and spend most of your time away from your room enjoying Brighton and the surrounds and just need a place to crash.

Fabulous atmosphere, food and staff. There was a hitch with our order, we were approached at the table, an apology with explanation offered and immediately offered another round of drinks or desert on them. Very impressed with the professionalism.

It would have been a 5 star review had it not been for the fact that we had to wait over an hour for our food (3 steaks and 1 fish and chips) then only to be told it took that long because one of the steaks was well done? I think the chef stitched the waitress up on that one. However they did try make it up by giving us a round of free drinks. The waitresses also seem to wander about not really interested in what they are doing or being very friendly. The food was great when we eventually got it. Overall not a terrible experience but they definitely need to sharpen up on the service side of things.

My family threw me a 60th Birthday Surprise lunch.
The staff were amazing and the food was fantastic! I would definitely eat there again as the quality of service was top notch and i even received a complementary birthday beverage. Very happy indeed with the venue.

Great venue! Great meal!
The team were quite busy when we got there, but Lana made sure we were looked after! Absolutely awesome staff member
Will definitely be coming back again soon

We had lunch there. Very good service, not a lot of people allowed, but it was excellent.

Nice staff and cold beer.

Interesting food. Excellent location & view. Has had good meals in the past. Maybe this day was a one of, average food.

Fantastic food. Created a new dish. Chef was very accommodating blending S&P squid with a Malaysian noodle dish.nFantastic staff.nCheers

Great hotel by the beautiful beach. Food was superb, rooms a little on the old fashioned side but all nice and clean. Really enjoyed our 5 night stay.

Suprisingly contemporary menu and large, appealing menu. The food was cook perfectly and a great portion size. Not the most affordable, and the dining room doesn't really have much of a nice atmosphere

Great food and a family friendly atmosphere. Serving good old faithful dishes. Service is good and prompt. Havent had a bad meal here yet! :)