Oh . . . That View!
As soon as you walk into Anchor Bar you are instantly struck by the most majestic sea views that open out before you like a picture-perfect postcard right before your eyes. Renowned for being the ‘retreat from the street’, Anchor Bar is tucked away, a few minutes’ walk up the hill from the main street of Airlie Beach, at the Terraces Resort.
Prior to becoming Anchor Bar, the venue was known as Terraces and very much a part of the resort complex. When Anchor Bar opened its doors, however, the it became famous in its own right, known as the ‘secret gem’ with the stunning views that you ‘simply must visit while you’re in town’.
The view is made even more spectacular by the scenic swimming-pool that sits at the centre. Guests who are dining at Anchor Bar are welcome to sign-in and will receive a fob key that allows them full use of the swimming-pool. This means that a lunch-time catch-up can easily lead into an afternoon session by the pool.
All seating at Anchor Bar is styled around the view and every table has stunning vistas out to the Coral Sea. In the winter months guests can watch whales as they breach in the bay, often with their calves in tow. Frequently, cruise ships can also been seen from this serene aspect atop the hill.
With a casual beach atmosphere and the feeling you are on a permanent holiday, Anchor Bar transports you to a time where your cares are distant memories and your pleasure receptors are on fire.
With a reputation for amazing food that is simple yet cooked to perfection and packed with flavour, it is easy to how Anchor Bar is booked out almost every night. From the beginning Anchor Bar’s owners Josh and Leah knew their point of difference would be consistently good food that kept people coming back whether it be a few times a week or a few times a year.
“You know the chicken wings are going to be the same whether you come back every few months or once a year,” explained Leah. “People love that, and we believe it’s a big draw card which keep the coming back.”
Another drawcard is the flexibility and diversity of food styles – whether you are having a romantic dinner for two, a lively group of friends, or even want to hire the venue out privately for a 100 people – Anchor Bar will do their best to accommodate.
Their popular food platters make it easy for people to share and enjoy a selection of almost every dish on the menu. And for larger parties, Anchor Bar offer a buffet-style setting where guests can serve themselves and enjoy a social, comfortable atmosphere.
The Chef’s Special Board is also a popular choice, offering additional menu options that have been lovingly created and are a little different. The Specials Board is where the in-house chefs are able to use their knowledge of cuisine to bring inspiration from seasons and local produce to the plate.
And of course, at the foundation of the menu is the incredible local meats and seafoods that are sourced from nearby quality suppliers.
“We love working with local suppliers and with Fishi and Master Butchers, we know the quality, and it’s a privilege to use their produce in our dishes.”
