What a lovely location. My friend and I sat in the outside dining area, which has a lovely view of the foreshore. The table area had been kept clean. It was a Thursday lunch time and the hotel was fairly busy. There was quite a long line to order, so it took about 15 minutes to actually order lunch. I ordered the fish and chips which came with a side salad. The meal took around 30 minutes to be delivered to the table. I had a soft drink to accompany my meal which cost around $4.00 for the glass, which is around average for this type of establishment.

The meal was nice and I would definitely consider dining hear again.

Recently my family and I went here for a meal and to catch up with the extended family. The lunch menu is quite reasonably priced at $13.90 included in that price is a veg/salad bar which had a reasonable variety including bread. The atmosphere was warm and friendly, there is a kids enclosed play area and the bathroom facilities were nice and clean. Will definitely be going there again.

Approximate cost: $13.90 Lunch Menu

We had a shocker of an experience here last Sunday. Having been many times before and having good food and good service, this was appalling. Nothing suitable for vegans (and no effort to accomodate at all), hubby's spinach was drowning in water, coffees were not delivered after 20 minutes, so hubby went and collected them himself off the bench! People were walking out of the restaurant as staff were giggling and laughing behind the counter.....shocking.

Approximate cost: $20

We get to the Espy regularly for a meal and really enjoy the experience. If the weather's fine the al fresco area on the Esplanade is great spot to sit and enjoy a latte or a wine/beer. Inside there is a large dining area with large windows which overlook the Brighton jetty and allow you to enjoy the beautiful seascape (hint: if you book early you can ask to be seated close to these windows). There is another eating area inside right on the corner and this is nice too. We tried a variety of meals here and have not been disappointed .. good quality and not too expensive. Sometimes they have a special deal on oysters and this is well worth hopping in for (loooooove their kilpatrick varieties!).

Always great quality food at a reasonable price. Staff are friendly. Great location, with a nice view of the beach if you can get a window seat. Spacious dining area with outside seating available and you the outside seating is dog friendly. This review is for the cafe not the bistro.

Approximate cost: $18.00

"Location and venue was perfect. Service was fast and friendly. I ordered oysters kilpatrick - and they were great for mains i had the steak with surf and turf - requested the meat to be well done and it was spot on. Happy with the whole day

Approximate cost: $26

Location and venue perfect. Service was fast and friendly. I ordered oysters kilpatrick - BEST I HAVE EVER HAD, for mains i have the rump with surf and turf - requested the meat to be blue and it was spot on - this place is perfect - Being from Melbourne i expect my food to be spot on and it ticked every box.

Approximate cost: $15.00

I took my staff here for Melbourne Cup Lunch. When booking the staff member was very accommodating to my requests. On the day when we arrived, the table settings were great and the staff were in the Cup frame of mind. Our food was great, on time and came out all together. A good wine list too

The food at the Espy is good in general- We prefer dining in the cafe & outside area than the bistro because we love the specials. Meals are usual price for the quality of the food. I love the Vegetable stack on the menu at the moment. Having said that, we've also dined in the Bistro a few times & the roast was very cheap & very delicious. Definitely our favourite local pub.

Approximate cost: $18

Enjoy visiting this hotel for a meal and also for coffee. When going for a meal we usually have extended family for celebrations. There is an extensive menu and also specials. Prices vary depending on selection. Also a salad and vegetable bar which has a good range.

There is a children's play area and it can be difficult to remove grandchildren to eat their dinner.

When having coffee in another area it is great to watch the waves on a rainy windy day. On nice days sit outside in the sun. There is food and snacks available in this area also