18 Footers Bar, Restaurant & Cafe

Café · Café & brunchDouble Bay4.2 (422 Google reviews)

10+ gluten-free dishes

10 dishes marked gluten free+ 5 can be made gluten free on request

64 dishesmenu read 1 Nov18footers.com

Always confirm with staff

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Badges show only what the menu states. Anything else: allergens not listed, so ask staff.

Bistro Menu

Served from 12pm

Steak Cut Chips$14
Haloumi Chips$25
Honey dressing, chutney
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Likely dairy (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists haloumi): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Mixed Mushroom Arancini Balls$26
5 pieces served with aioli
Likely gluten, egg (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists arancini): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists aioli): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Italian Beef Meatballs$26
Served with tomato sauce, sourdough
Likely gluten (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists sourdough): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Salmon Carpaccio$30
Marinated in oregano, olive oil, lemon. Served with ginger mirin dressing
Likely fish (our guess). Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists salmon): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Lamb Backstrap Skewers (5)$28
Served with tzatziki
Likely dairy (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists tzatziki): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Pita Bread and Dips (Serves 2)$32
Hommus, taramosalata, olives, pita bread
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Likely gluten, sesame (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread, pita): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Sesame: Our guess from the ingredients (lists hommus): likely contains sesame. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Salt + Pepper Calamari$26
With aioli. Add chips $7 · add salad $7 · add both $13
Likely egg, shellfish (our guess). Egg: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists calamari): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Natural Oysters$29
Sydney rock oysters (per half dozen)
Likely shellfish (our guess). Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists oyster, oysters): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Kilpatrick Oysters$29
Baked w/ bacon, Worcestershire sauce
Likely shellfish, fish (our guess). Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists oyster, oysters): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists worcestershire): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Mornay Oysters$29
Baked w/ mornay, parmesan cheese
Likely dairy, shellfish (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, parmesan): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists oyster, oysters): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Seafood Chowder$23
Served with a warm bread roll
Likely gluten (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Herb Crusted Chicken Schnitzel + Chips$29
Pepper, mushroom or gravy sauce $3 · add salad $7
Likely gluten (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists schnitzel, gravy): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Beef Smash Burger & Chips$25
Milk bun, lettuce, onion, cheese, chutney sauce. Extra beef patty $9
Likely gluten, dairy (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, milk): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Grilled Cajun Chicken Burger & Chips$27
Lettuce, tomato, cheese, chipotle sauce
Likely gluten, dairy (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Coral Coast Barramundi Fillet & Chips$39
Grilled or fried. Add salad $7
Can be made free of gluten. Gluten: The venue says it can be made gluten free (GF option available). Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Likely fish (our guess). Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists barramundi): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Fish of the Day & Chips
Add salad $7
Can be made free of gluten. Gluten: The venue says it can be made gluten free (GF option available). Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Likely fish (our guess). Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists fish): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
South Indian Prawn Curry & Rice$37
With rice
Likely shellfish (our guess). Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Linguini Beef Ragu$35
Slow cooked beef w/ napolitane sauce and shaved parmesan
Likely gluten, dairy (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists parmesan): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Linguini Prawns$37
Spinach, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, chili
Likely gluten, shellfish (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Vegetarian Pasta of the Day
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Can be made free of gluten. Gluten: The venue says it can be made gluten free (GF option available). Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Avocado Garden Salad$20
Cajun chicken breast (180g) $14 · lamb skewers (3) $12 · haloumi $10
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Can be made free of gluten. Gluten: The venue says it can be made gluten free (GF option available). Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Greek Salad$20
Iceberg lettuce, tomato, cucumber, olives, feta cheese, balsamic, extra virgin olive oil. Add cajun chicken breast (180g) $14 · lamb skewers
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Can be made free of gluten. Gluten: The venue says it can be made gluten free (GF option available). Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Likely dairy (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, feta): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Fish & Chips$14
Likely gluten, fish (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists fish): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Calamari & Chips$12
Likely gluten, shellfish (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists calamari): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Burger & Chips$14
Likely gluten (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Chicken Schnitzel & Chips$12
Likely gluten (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists schnitzel): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Linguini Napolitana$12
Likely gluten (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)

Restaurant Menu (Daily Specials)

Smoked Salmon$29
With onion, capers and sourdough toast
Likely gluten, fish (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists sourdough, toast): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists salmon): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Seared Scallops$33
With soy & ginger dressing
Likely gluten, soy, shellfish (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Soy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists soy): likely contains soy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists scallop, scallops): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Sizzling Garlic Prawns GF$26
Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Likely shellfish (our guess). Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Fresh BBQ Octopus$30
Likely shellfish (our guess). Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists octopus): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Lemon Peppered Silver Dory Fillets$39
Served w/ chips
Likely fish (our guess). Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists dory): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Western Australian Half Lobster Mornay$58
Mornay
Likely dairy, shellfish (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists lobster): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Atlantic Salmon GF$38
W/ pea mash
Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Likely fish (our guess). Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists salmon): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Mixed Grilled Seafood$44
Grilled fish of the day, green prawn, scallops, calamari, mussels w/ garlic lemon butter
Likely dairy, shellfish, fish (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists butter): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists fish): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Snapper Fillet$45
Likely fish (our guess). Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists snapper): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Barramundi Fillet$39
W/ rice
Likely fish (our guess). Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists barramundi): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Linguini Marinara$37
Mixed seafood in tomato sauce
Likely gluten (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Tempura Prawns$39
W/ chips & sweet chili sauce
Likely gluten, shellfish (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists tempura): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Fish Pot GF$39
W/ prawn, mussels, fish, calamari, vongole, napoli
Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Likely shellfish, fish (our guess). Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists fish): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Duck à l'Orange$36
W/ mash & vegetables
Beef Rissoles$30
W/ mash, red wine & mushroom sauce
Crispy Skin Pork Belly GF$34
W/ mash, apple slices & gravy
Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Chicken Green Peppercorns$34
Sauté chicken breast, brandy, green peppercorns, cream, served w/ vegetables
Likely dairy (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cream): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
South Indian Vegetarian Curry GF$29
Spinach, mixed vegetables w/ rice
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Venue says: labelled vegetarian. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Risotto Primavera$29
W/ mixed vegetables, mushroom, semi dried tomatoes
Veal Saltimbocca$38
Prosciutto, cheese, sage butter sauce, vegetables
Likely dairy (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, butter): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Grilled Cajun Chicken & Avocado Salad$34
Extra virgin olive oil citrus dressing
300g Rump Steak GF$38
W/ vegetable, mash & mushroom sauce
Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
300g Grain Fed Sirloin GF$48
W/ vegetables, mash & pepper sauce
Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Grass Fed Eye Fillet GF$55
W/ vegetables, mash & gravy
Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks GF$38
W/ mash & vegetables in red wine sauce
Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Lamb Cutlets GF$38
W/ vegetables, mash & mint jelly
Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Beetroot Salad$20
W/ feta, mixed seeds, radish & olive oil citrus dressing
Likely dairy (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists feta): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Rocket Salad$20
W/ caramelised walnuts, cherry tomatoes, pear slices, shaved parmesan & honey lemon dressing
Likely dairy, nuts (our guess). Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists parmesan): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists walnut, walnuts): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Garlic Bread$7
Likely gluten (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Bread Roll$2
Likely gluten (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)
Bowl of Chips$14
Seasonal Vegetables$12
Mash Potato$10
Mushroom Sauce$3
Pepper Sauce$3
Gravy$3

The menu’s own key: GF = gluten free / gluten free option · VG = vegetarian

Set menus (per person)

Set menus, banquets and tasting menus: a meal for the table, priced per person, often with a minimum number of guests.

Two or Three Course Set Menu$80
Entrée to share: mix seafood platter & olives, hummus, taramosalata, pita bread. Mains: rump steak; Greek salad; Coral Coast barramundi; Atl
Likely gluten, dairy, sesame, shellfish, fish (our guess). Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pita): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Sesame: Our guess from the ingredients (lists hummus): likely contains sesame. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns, lobster): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists salmon, barramundi): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 1 Nov 2026 (18footers.com)

Good to know

Café

Kids welcome (5)venue menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Evidence: Kids menu: 5 dishes on the “Kids” menu · source for Kids welcome (5)
Has a kids menu (5)venue menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Evidence: 5 dishes on the “Kids” menu · source for Has a kids menu (5)
Seats outsidevenue website, read 1 Nov 2026. Evidence: …he Double Bay ferry stop, you enter a club that has a small outdoor deck with shade umbrellas overlooking the harbour. Inside you ha… · source for Seats outside
Vegetarian dishes (15)venue menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Evidence: 15 vegetarian dishes marked on the menu · source for Vegetarian dishes (15)
Takes group bookingsvenue website, read 4 Nov 2026. Evidence: Functions – Australian 18 Footers League · source for Takes group bookings
Group set menuvenue website, read 4 Nov 2026. Evidence: Set menus may apply for larger groups · source for Group set menu
Harbour viewvenue website, read 4 Nov 2026. Evidence: Join the club with the best views in Sydney Harbour · source for Harbour view

Not known yet: dog friendly, wheelchair access, vegan options, high chairs, takes bookings, byo, baby change. Ask the venue.

Facts

Facts
Fact	Detail
Address	77 Bay St, Double Bay NSW 2028, Australia
Area	Eastern Suburbs
Kind	Café · Café & brunch
Phone	+61 2 9363 2995
Website	18footers.com
Google rating	4.2 from 422 reviews
Menu read	1 Nov 2026 from 18footers.com
Hours	Monday11:30am–10pm Tuesday11:30am–10pm Wednesday11:30am–10pm Thursday11:30am–10pm Friday11:30am–10:30pm Saturday11:30am–10:30pm Sunday11:30am–10pm
Map	Open in Google Maps

What diners say

No diner ratings yet.

Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.

Where this comes from

18footers.com/bar-and-dining-restaurant/menus/HTML · read 1 Nov 2026
18footers.com/bar-and-dining-restaurant/lounge/HTML · read 1 Nov 2026
18footers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Bistro-Menu-180626.pIMAGE · read 1 Nov 2026
18footers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Daily_Specials_21-10PDF · read 1 Nov 2026
18footers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Set-Menu.pdfPDF · read 1 Nov 2026

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about 18 Footers Bar, Restaurant & Cafe

Does 18 Footers Bar, Restaurant & Cafe have gluten-free options?

Yes: 10 dishes are gluten free as served, and 5 more can be made gluten free on request, from the menu read 1 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is 18 Footers Bar, Restaurant & Cafe coeliac friendly?

Chef’s Kiss reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

What can be made gluten free at 18 Footers Bar, Restaurant & Cafe?

Coral Coast Barramundi Fillet & Chips (GF option available); Fish of the Day & Chips (GF option available); Vegetarian Pasta of the Day (GF option available); Avocado Garden Salad (GF option available); Greek Salad (GF option available).

When is 18 Footers Bar, Restaurant & Cafe open?

Monday: 11:30am–10pm. Tuesday: 11:30am–10pm. Wednesday: 11:30am–10pm. Thursday: 11:30am–10pm. Friday: 11:30am–10:30pm. Saturday: 11:30am–10:30pm. Sunday: 11:30am–10pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

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