The River

South Coast NSW


Perched right over the river and attired in nautical blue and white, this understated restaurant offers flavourful presentations, with a French influence. Smoked chicken and duck terrine, saffron gnocchi and pork belly with squid impress as much as the hilly views across the water. It's just west of the bridge.

Book ahead at weekends.


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