Alex’s guidebook
Food scene
Cool cafe with a distinct surf vibe, this is our local we regularly stroll to from Strath. Good coffee, great food, delicious juices.
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Swell Foods & Coastal Catering
Stuart AvenueCool cafe with a distinct surf vibe, this is our local we regularly stroll to from Strath. Good coffee, great food, delicious juices.
Funky local bar with great food. Families can enjoy an early meal and others can kick on into the night!
Bird Rock
Funky local bar with great food. Families can enjoy an early meal and others can kick on into the night!
Amazing, fresh japanese food and cold beers on tap. One of our absolute favourites.
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Roku Den
34 Bell StAmazing, fresh japanese food and cold beers on tap. One of our absolute favourites.
Delicious food, excellent coffee, amazing views. Great play area for kids out the back too.
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Bomboras Torquay
37 The EsplanadeDelicious food, excellent coffee, amazing views. Great play area for kids out the back too.
excellent food and coffee right on the beach. If you like dogs this is a good place to come!
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The Salty Dog Cafe
47 The Esplanadeexcellent food and coffee right on the beach. If you like dogs this is a good place to come!
Most fresh, delicious fish and chips, right on the beach. Great play area for kids outside too.
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Fishos Torquay
36 The EsplanadeMost fresh, delicious fish and chips, right on the beach. Great play area for kids outside too.
Real Thai Cafe - Torquay
44 Bell StGreat for takeaway - authentic, fresh Thai.
Delicious fish and chips a short stroll or drive from Strath.
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Jan Juc Fish and Chips
2 Stuart AveDelicious fish and chips a short stroll or drive from Strath.
RACV Torquay Resort
1 Great Ocean RdFor those looking for a fancy meal - great food.
Authentic Italian pizza (flat bases), great coffee and delicious cakes/treats next door.
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Il Matto
15 Bell StAuthentic Italian pizza (flat bases), great coffee and delicious cakes/treats next door.
Bomboras Beach Bar
48 The EsplanadeLive music, cold beers, cocktails and the view!
Well worth a drive down the Great Ocean Road, this place has amazing, authentic Greek food.
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A La Grecque
60 Great Ocean RdWell worth a drive down the Great Ocean Road, this place has amazing, authentic Greek food.
The Stoop
1 Cliff StGreat food, good vibes, lovely outdoor area.
Amazing new restaurant with fresh, modern Australian food and A+ cocktails. Slick decor. Great for a date night.
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The Kyn
41 The EsplanadeAmazing new restaurant with fresh, modern Australian food and A+ cocktails. Slick decor. Great for a date night.
Sightseeing
See where all the rad surfing goes down! If you're up for a walk it's about 9km return from Strath along the beautiful Surf Coast Walk. Stop for a coffee at Swell on the way, or a drink at Bird Rock on the way home!
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Bells Beach
See where all the rad surfing goes down! If you're up for a walk it's about 9km return from Strath along the beautiful Surf Coast Walk. Stop for a coffee at Swell on the way, or a drink at Bird Rock on the way home!
The best beach in the world! The surf is generally bigger here so if you've got very little kids, better to head to the protected Cosy Corner. Jan Juc Beach is another short stroll from Strath.
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Jan Juc Beach
The best beach in the world! The surf is generally bigger here so if you've got very little kids, better to head to the protected Cosy Corner. Jan Juc Beach is another short stroll from Strath.
Perfect for young families or anyone liking a calmer beach. Take a beach tent and picnic and your day is sorted!
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Cosy Corner Beach
Perfect for young families or anyone liking a calmer beach. Take a beach tent and picnic and your day is sorted!
Split Point lighthouse has beautiful views up and down the coast. If you want to get to the top you can take a tour!
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Split Point Lookout
Eagle Rock ParadeSplit Point lighthouse has beautiful views up and down the coast. If you want to get to the top you can take a tour!
Bird Rock Cafe
2 Princes TerraceAmazing views of the best beach in the world!
Playgrounds
Elephant Walk
The EsplanadeExcellent multi storey playground right on the beach.
Awesome playground suitable for different ages and ability levels.
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Bob Pettitt Reserve Playground
87 Sunset StripAwesome playground suitable for different ages and ability levels.
Shops
Torquay Highway has all the surf shops in one strip - great to check them out. For those wanting a bargain, head to the seconds/factory outlets in Baines Crescent.
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Rip Curl Torquay
101 Surf Coast HwyTorquay Highway has all the surf shops in one strip - great to check them out. For those wanting a bargain, head to the seconds/factory outlets in Baines Crescent.