West Beach Surf Club — Restaurant in Adelaide

Way over rated, way over priced, menu very limited when it came to mains. Drinks too expensive. If I want to eat pizza and fish & chips, hamburgers and nibles, It is better to go to a pizza outlet, and supermarket for nibles, fish & chip takeaway for fish & chips, hamburgers. These type of foods are just takeaway style that we don't need to be paying out over $10.00 for, and more, $30.00 for burger and fries, is really a rip off. I had a chicken snitzzle with fries (I wanted chips, not fries) With a small salad, $26.00, the pepper sauce was an extra $6.00. My partner asked for Arracini balls, 4 came on a plate! $28.00 and they were small, and we felt as though they were rationing our serve's. I notice a lot of venues serving meals, are letting the public down, far too many staff, standing around, talking amongst themselves. This was our first time to this venue, since it was built, it certainly doesn't live up to expectation, not sure if we will go back, can't see their attitude to customer service will be changing. Like so many places, the young staff only care about serving young people, not us older generation, is it because our money isn't good enough, or they think we are all dead in the head, none thinking!? What is it ? $15.00 dollars for a very average tasteless glass of red! It tasted like a below grade wine, not what I was expecting for that price. The other thing lacking in these venue's, where food is served, that the staff, when asked about a particular wine, as to it's taste, age, calibre, where the wine was bottled, where the particular grapes is grown, the region, none of these people serving us have any knowledge of the wine they are serving ? This is very odd, because people working in the hospitality business, should, and are suppose to know about the drinks they are serving a customer ! Shouldn't they? During my life time, it is the person serving drinks to have full knowledge of what they're serving the customer, who by the way is paying a lot of money to dine at a resterant, or club, or pub, the staff need to be on top of their game, it goes hand in hand with the total dining experience, not just for the customer, who is paying their money out, but it should also be the enjoyment for the people working in these venue's, to enjoy the interactive dealing with the customer, them sharing their experience with the customer, who is only going to know what they're eating and drinking, from the very person serving them. It is all part of the job, to know everything about what it is, they are serving the customer. Or is all that out the window? and you don't care about the customer's experience at your venue ( resterant ) ? It use to be part of the whole experience of going out for a meal. ( dinner, lunch, ) It is the same in the hotel's, no one knows anything about what they're serving people. It is all too casual by the people operating these venues. Once apon a time, when a person trained to work in the hospitality industry, the most important part of the job, was to learn all about food, it's preparation, how to set the table, knives and forks, and spoon arrangement's at the table, greet people as they entered, show them to their seat, if they booked, or not, same curtious is shown. Ask them what they might want to drink, are generally the first requirements of service. Make sure the table and chairs are clean, ready for customers before they arrive. Ask if they might want a bread roll, as part of the service, butter, etc all ready to go. Usually warm bread rolls. Drinks, water and glasses for the table, spirits, wine, beer, is where the waiter or waitress need to have their knowledge together, to give the customer the full service, and dining experience. The Surf Life Saving Club, a person who did greet us as we came in, that was great, we asked for a table for 4, as we had friends coming to join us. The menu on the counter was a casual lunch menu, I asked for the evening dinning menu, which the...

West Beach SLSC: A Bustling Beachfront Gem (with Waiting Time)

West Beach SLSC is a vibrant beachfront venue that pulsates with life on weekends. The draw? Stunning ocean views, a buzzing atmosphere, and, of course, delicious food and drinks. But be prepared, because with all that goodness comes a side dish of waiting time.

The Good:

Location, location, location: Perched right on the sand, West Beach SLSC offers unparalleled ocean vistas. Soak up the sun, listen to the waves crashing, and watch surfers dance on the horizon – it's pure coastal bliss. Foodie haven: The menu boasts a delectable array of breakfast and lunch options, from smashed avocado on toast and ricotta hotcakes to juicy burgers and seafood platters. Everything I tried was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The coffee also deserves a shoutout – rich, aromatic, and the perfect fuel for a beach day.

Buzzy vibe: The atmosphere at West Beach SLSC is electric, especially on weekends. It's the perfect spot to catch up with friends, enjoy a family outing, or simply soak up the lively beachside energy.

The Not-So-Good:

The wait: Be prepared for a wait, especially if you're visiting during peak hours. Ordering food and drinks can take up to 30 minutes, and finding a table can be even trickier. My tip? Grab a takeaway coffee and enjoy the beach views while you wait for your table. Limited seating: The outdoor seating area is spacious, but it fills up quickly. If you're with a large group, arriving early or making a reservation is highly recommended.

Overall:

West Beach SLSC is a fantastic beachfront venue with stunning views, delicious food, and a vibrant atmosphere. Just be prepared for the potential wait times. If you're looking for a relaxed, leisurely brunch, this might not be the ideal spot. But if you're happy to embrace the buzz and don't mind waiting a bit, West Beach SLSC is definitely worth the visit.

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars (minus 1 star for the waiting times)

Tips:

Visit during off-peak hours to avoid the crowds and minimize waiting times. Make a reservation if you're dining with a large group. Grab a takeaway coffee and enjoy the beach views while you wait for your table. Be patient and enjoy the lively atmosphere!

I hope this review helps you decide whether West Beach SLSC is the right spot for your next...

A disappointment from start to finish. I booked online from the very limited time slots, choosing an outdoor balcony table with the very specific request to be seated away from large groups or tables with small children/babies. My parents are hard of hearing and it’s difficult for us to communicate with that sort of noise.

No-one greeted us as we arrived, but we found our table with our name on a blackboard INSIDE next to a table of 8 on one side, and a family with a toddler & baby on the other 😕 There were plenty of other places we could have been seated, both inside & outside, as it wasn’t full. The coffee, food & service did not improve the initial poor impression.

There’s no indication or signage that orders must be placed at the counter (although we worked that out pretty quickly!) We ordered 2 coffees that took more than 15 minutes to be ready to collect via the buzzer system and were not what we ordered. We asked for short macchiatos, which are on the menu, but received flat whites served in a HUGE cup & saucer usually reserved for cappuccinos. The liquid only filled about 1/4 of the cup, which meant the surface area exposed made the coffee stone cold by the time it got to the table. There were no water jugs/glasses available at the bar, so I just drank the coffee because I was gasping by this stage!

Serves were overly large, poorly seasoned & the poached eggs were hard and cold. We received 2 of our meals, then waited another 10 minutes before my partner asked a staff member where the others were. He was very rudely told “One minute!” by an exasperated staff member. The “big breakfast” was missing the hash browns, which we had to ask for.

No-one asked us how our meals were or farewelled us when we left. As someone who worked in hospitality for 2 decades, I am saddened that this is the best the WBSLSC can do. Significant training in customer service and a new barista might improve the place, but we won’t be back. One star for...