award winning

"Unhappy with conventional methods of farming which produced oysters of irregular quality, Barilla Bay Tasmania set about developing new methods of cultivating oysters to further enhance the quality of their product.."

satisfy your curiosity

On our 1hr Oyster Farm, Gillespies Ginger Beer and Candy Abalone tour you will learn all about the oyster from spat to table (you will also learn what spat is!).  After having an oyster shucked for you, we move on to washing it down with some Gillespies Ginger Beer.  Gillespies brew all of their Ginger Beer here at Barilla Bay and you will get to try their whole range.  Last but certainly not least is Candy Abalone; this premium dried abalone is processed on site here at Barilla.  You will learn about the divers and the methods to drying- not to mention the wall of abalone to take photos of!

quality fresh seafood

"Capturing the essence of Tasmania, Barilla Bay restaurant focuses on fresh, local produce which allows the chef to create an uncomplicated and approachable style of food, we are sure you will savour as a highlight of your visit to Tasmania."

contemporary cuisine

Barilla Bay is surrounded by fully landscaped gardens and overlooks the spectacular scenery of Pittwater Marine Reserve. The relaxed atmosphere of our seafood restaurant will allow you to enjoy a totally Tasmanian dining experience.

Enjoy our quality casual service, contemporary cuisine, and beautiful location with friends, family, or business colleagues. Large groups can also be catered for - Barilla Bay Restaurant is available for corporate functions, wedding receptions and special events.

simply perfect

"We truly had the most amazing day and we have been talking about it non stop. The venue was honestly perfect- I even kept saying this throughout the day to Ronan. Everything just flowed and we didn't have to think about a thing." Mitch & Ronan

lifetime of memories

Surrounded by a serene setting and beautiful Tasmanian flora Barilla Bay offers several options for wedding ceremonies, receptions and other special occasions. We cater for 20-250 guests in the Restaurant and Pearl Room. We offer a unique experience, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Our dedicated event coordinator will help make your day truly memorable for you and your loved ones.

See our Weddings page for more information.