Best Restaurants in Crescent Head

Five local favourites to dine at near The Crescent Estate.

Good food and great company are at the heart of any community, and Crescent Head delivers both in spades. From relaxed bistro classics to refined coastal dining, the town’s local restaurants make every meal feel like part of the holiday.

Whether you’re a visitor soaking up the surfside charm or exploring land for sale in Crescent Head, these local spots capture the easygoing spirit that makes life here so special.

‍1. Sea Sea Hotel – Kitchen & Bar

The latest addition to Crescent Head’s dining scene, Sea Sea Hotel offers a fresh take on the local pub - part relaxed restaurant, part beach club energy. Expect a modern menu celebrating local produce, creative cocktails, and ocean views that rival any along the Mid North Coast.

Best for: long lunches, date nights, and sunset drinks.

‍2. Crescent Head Tavern

A local staple for generations, Crescent Head Tavern is the go-to for hearty pub meals, cold drinks, and easy afternoons that turn into live-music evenings. It’s casual, friendly, and always buzzing, the kind of place where everyone feels like a local.

Best for: Tuesday Trivia, post-surf lunches, and family dinners - don't miss Wednesday Pizza Night. 

‍3. Crescent Head Country Club

Overlooking the rolling fairways, the Crescent Head Country Club’s restaurant and bar serve up simple, satisfying dishes - from schnitzels to fresh local seafood, perfect after a round of golf or coastal walk. Choose from Bamboo Chinese for classic favourites or Barney’s Bistro for relaxed modern meals and family dining.

Best for: laid-back meals with an exceptional view.

4. Cressence, Crescent Bistro

Located in the heart of town beside the Tavern, Cressence is your go-to from morning to night. Start the day with coffee and bacon and egg rolls, stop by for a surfer’s basket or burger after the beach, then unwind in the evening with cocktails and share plates. With gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options, there’s something for everyone.

Best for: all-day dining in the heart of Crescent Head.
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5. Mezzaluna

Mezzaluna brings authentic, unfussy Italian dining to Crescent Head. Think wood-fired pizzas, handmade pastas, and classic aperitivos. With plenty of vegan and gluten-free options, it’s a relaxed spot that celebrates good food and simple flavours done well.

Best for: Authentic & unfussy Italian food cooked with passion by Crescent Head’s local Italian

Living (and dining) in Crescent Head

Crescent Head’s growing food scene reflects its evolution from sleepy surf town to a vibrant coastal community. For those exploring Crescent Head real estate or considering a move, these restaurants offer more than just great food, they represent the lifestyle that makes The Crescent Estate and its surroundings so appealing.

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