Sarah's Guidebook
Food scene
You're in for a treat. We have loads of great eating options in Torquay and the surrounding towns that range from $ to $$.
The Pond Cafe
39 The EsplanadePond offers delicious breakfast
Fishos Torquay
36 The EsplanadeUpscale fish and chips
Torquay Larder
5 Gilbert StGreat coffee and pastries
Swell Foods & Coastal Catering
Stuart AvenueGreat brunch spot in Juc
Ocean Grind
2 Sawmills WayBehind Bunnings, locals favourite coffee spot
The Kyn
Cocktails and share plates. Make sure to book in advance.
Feel like stepping into Italy? Go for a sandwich and spritz for lunch or book ahead for the fresh pasta bar and homemade tiramisu.
Mortadeli
Feel like stepping into Italy? Go for a sandwich and spritz for lunch or book ahead for the fresh pasta bar and homemade tiramisu.
Sightseeing
Point Break! But they didn’t actually film it here... however this is a famous surf break and often gets pounding surf.
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Bells Beach
Point Break! But they didn’t actually film it here... however this is a famous surf break and often gets pounding surf.
A great surf beach for beginners. On high tide take the walking path right to Jan Juc beach. On low tide walk towards the cliff and check out the rock pools.
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Torquay Surf Lifesaving Club
Surf Beach DriveA great surf beach for beginners. On high tide take the walking path right to Jan Juc beach. On low tide walk towards the cliff and check out the rock pools.
Point Addis Beach
Point Addis BoardwalkOur favourite beach
Shopping
Beautiful plant nursery
Cross the highway and get cheap deals at the seconds surf shops
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Baines Beach Surf Seconds Torquay
16 Baines CresCross the highway and get cheap deals at the seconds surf shops
Frankie Say Relax
15 Bell StLocally designed women’s clothing
Pariri dwar il-belt
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Beach walk favourites
We love Point Addis beach, especially on the low tide when you can walk to the rocks on the right. Low tide walks at Jan Juc beach are great too! Whites beach is a fun dog beach and will give you a laugh! If it’s high tide, walk on the path from Torquay to Bells beach.
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Surfing
There are tons of great surf breaks along this coast but ask about the area before you jump in. If you need to rent a board and/or wetsuit go to Bell street where you’ll see a few options (e.g., Go Ride A Wave).
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Hours of operation
Torquay locals tend to go to bed early, wake early and play outside. Don’t expect much of a party scene. The best options for a late night is Torquay Pub on Bell street.
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Mountain Biking
The best mountain biking near Torquay is off of Hurst road, located past Point Addis and before Anglesea on the left. Fun marked trails for all levels.