Opening hours
| Monday | 11 am – 11 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am – 11 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am – 11 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am – 11 pm |
| Friday | 11 am – 11 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am – 11 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am – 11 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address3-5 The Esplanade, Inverloch VIC
- Phone(03) 5674 1481
- Websiteinlethotel.com.au
- CuisineAustralian
3-5 The Esplanade, Inverloch VIC
Popular times
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About The Inlet
Located in Inverloch, VIC, The Inlet is a Modern Australian restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 3-5 The Esplanade, Inverloch VIC.
Modern Australian cooking is built on outstanding local produce — grass-fed beef and lamb, Southern Ocean seafood, native herbs and seasonal vegetables — shaped by the country's Mediterranean and Asian food cultures. Expect relaxed service, share plates and menus that change with the seasons.
The Inlet is open 7 days, open late most nights; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.
Planning a night out in Inverloch? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Inverloch Palace and Esplanade Hotel.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- ☀️Outdoor seating
- ♿Wheelchair accessible
What to order
Signature Modern Australian dishes to look out for.
Photos of The Inlet
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Closest restaurants to The Inlet
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Inverloch Palace 🥟 Chinese · Inverloch110 mNW · 1 min walk
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2
Esplanade Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 1 Abeckett Street, Inverloch120 mW · 1 min walk
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3
Paradise Pizza 🍕 Pizza · 2 Ramsey Boulevard, Inverloch120 mW · 1 min walk
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4
Inverloch Fish & Chips 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · 4 Ramsey Boulevard, Inverloch130 mW · 2 min walk
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5
Inlet Fish & Chips 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · Inverloch130 mNW · 2 min walk
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6
MK Thai 🍜 Thai · 4B Ramsey Boulevard, Inverloch130 mW · 2 min walk
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7
Beach Box Inverloch ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 6 Ramsey Boulevard, Inverloch150 mW · 2 min walk
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8
Invy's Kebab 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · 20A Abeckett Street, Inverloch290 mW · 3 min walk
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9
Inverloch Corner Store ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Inverloch920 mE · 11 min walk
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10
Bluette ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Inverloch1.2 kmNW · 14 min walk
Recommended in the area
Well-documented favourites near Inverloch — with photos, opening hours and contact details.
More Modern Australian near Inverloch
Other modern australian restaurants if you fancy the same cuisine.
Eating out in Inverloch
Inverloch is home to 11 places to eat in our guide. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, seafood & fish and chips, pubs & bistros. Within 25 km of The Inlet there are 52 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Venus Bay (9.3 km), No 1 Beach (11 km), Kongwak (13 km), Tarwin Lower (14 km).
Cuisine mix in Inverloch
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Inlet located?
The Inlet is located at 3-5 The Esplanade, Inverloch VIC. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The Inlet?
The Inlet is open 7 days, open late most nights. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does The Inlet serve?
The Inlet serves Australian cuisine. Browse our Modern Australian menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
Is The Inlet wheelchair accessible?
Yes — The Inlet is listed as wheelchair accessible.
How can I contact The Inlet?
You can reach The Inlet by phone on (03) 5674 1481, by email at [email protected] or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Inlet?
The closest venue is Inverloch Palace, about 110 m to the north-west (1 min walk). Other close options include Esplanade Hotel (120 m), Paradise Pizza (120 m), Inverloch Fish & Chips (130 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Inlet?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Harman Wines (Pizza, 8.1 km), The Cape Tavern (Pubs & Bistros, 11 km), KFC (Burgers & Chicken, 12 km).
Where else can I find Modern Australian food near Inverloch?
Other Modern Australian venues close by include The Hicksborough General Store and Café (13 km), The Corner Cafe (24 km).
How many restaurants are there in Inverloch?
Our guide lists 11 places to eat in Inverloch, most commonly cafés & brunch (3), seafood & fish and chips (2), pubs & bistros (1). Within 25 km there are 52 venues in total.