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Local Restaurant Guide – 2101

We’ve combed Elanora Heights, Ingleside, Narrabeen, and North Narrabeen for the best reviewed restaurants in the area where people waxed lyrical about their dining experience and what they love most about it. Here’s our list!

1. Oceans Narrabeen

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4.4 Google Rating

Cnr Ocean &, 1 Malcolm St, Narrabeen NSW 2101

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Laurie M
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Excellent cafe with a cool fitout, and delicious food and excellent service!!
This was our first time at Oceans after moving to the area and certainly won’t be our last.
The espresso (oat flat white) and the juice we had were great, and the meals as shown were fantastic. Highly recommend Oceans!

Chris J
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Such a great spot! The staff at Oceans are super friendly and the place has a really relaxed vibe. The food was fresh and delicious, and the whole experience just felt easy and enjoyable. Can recommend the buffalo chicken burger and mango smoothie!

Brittney L
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My favourite cafe in Narrabeen! Coffee with a free mini cookie and beach vibes 🙌🏼

2. Seaside Eatery

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4.7 Google Rating

1301 Pittwater Rd, Narrabeen NSW 2101

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S C
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Food is amazing cosy atmosphere and very welcoming. Great experience highly recommended! We had the green tiger prawns pizza and mussels topped with a delicious Sauvignon Blanc

Apple Jee Anne A
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Best Italian restaurant in Northern Beaches. The food are so tasty. Excellent service with an amazing waitress Yvette, she is very pleasant and so hands-on. I will definitely keep coming here with friends and family. I highly recommend this resto ☺️

Kellie G
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Fabulous food!

3. LIMANI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

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4.1 Google Rating

11 Narrabeen St, Narrabeen NSW 2101

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Gail D
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Absolutely loved our lunch for Mum’s 75th birthday today. The food was great, as was the service and the views are also wonderful.

April L
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Friendly/ compassionate service. Owner puts passion into his food creations!!! Truly a wonderful experience!! Not just glorious food! We had seafood taster! It was magical! Fresh and a delight. Photo below. The greens side was amazing. The garlic bread was very obviously home made with authentic taste…. you have to try it.

Lauren C
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Spectacular view and excellent service! Shout out to Roger in particular who made sure we were looked after. Marcia and Anika were both great too! I personally don’t eat seafood and there was a great choice of other options. We all shared a few desserts too and the toblerone pate is especially delicious!

4. 4 Knots Cafe

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4.8 Google Rating

2 Malcolm St, Narrabeen NSW 2101

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Sarah N
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We ordered 40 melas for our students on our excursion. Peter and his team were so flexible and amazing! They accommodated so well for our needs and were spot on with our orders and dietary requirements. The quality of the food was excellent and very tasty! Looking forward to coming back next year when we come back! Thank you 4 Knots!

Cameron L
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Was staying down at the caravan park and needed a bacon and egg roll after a pretty rough nights sleep and a few too many beverages by the tent. This hit the spot, bacon was nice a crispy (how it should be) and added a hash brown for a little extra crunch. An easy stroll up the hill from the campground, well worth a breaky stop if you’re in the area.

Margie K
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Peter and his staff are so lovely ☺️ we had an excellent breakfast this morning in a magical location 🌺

5. JB & Sons Narrabeen

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4.1 Google Rating

1421 Pittwater Rd, Narrabeen NSW 2101

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Kylie M
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Great little local place. I’ve been at least 3 times and it is consistent, has good cocktails and bar style food. Excellent for a post lake exercise to add all those kilos back on 😝They have a good happy hour and nice seated outdoor space that is popular with locals alike

Fernando R
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Amazing burgers! Don’t miss it out.

Cayden R
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Amazing burgers! Very delicious

Elanora Heights Newsagency and Post Office to Close After 24 Years

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A longstanding newsagency and post office in Elanora Heights will permanently close after 24 years of service due to declining demand and rising operational challenges.

Background and Operation History

The Elanora Heights Newsagency and Post Office, located in the Kalang Road shopping strip, will shut down after 24 years of continuous operation.

Owners Karla Rothpletz-Tatt and Stephen Tatt have confirmed the closure is scheduled for late July 2025. The couple have run the business seven days a week, providing both Australia Post services and a traditional newsagency. The post office has offered 180 post office boxes to local residents and businesses.

Changing Consumer Habits Impact Business

The owners have cited declining foot traffic and reduced revenue due to changing consumer behaviour. A significant shift to online shopping, digital communication, and the use of internet-based lottery services has reduced customer reliance on physical outlets. The business has reached a point where sustaining staff is no longer financially viable, despite the owners’ continued hands-on commitment.

Community Alternatives and Transition

With the closure imminent, residents in Elanora Heights are being directed to post offices in nearby Collaroy, Narrabeen, and Warriewood for their ongoing postal needs. Despite closing the business, the owners will continue to live locally and contribute to community activities.

Elanora Heights post office — *Photo Credit: Elanora Heights Newsagency and Post Office/Facebook*

Community Reaction and Local Support

The closure has prompted numerous responses from residents expressing appreciation and support. Locals have acknowledged the business’s role in the community, noting the friendly and reliable service over the decades. A farewell gathering will be held at the Racquet Club on 20 July, allowing locals to express their thanks in person.

Ongoing Community Involvement

Karla Rothpletz-Tatt confirmed she will continue her involvement with the annual Elanora Heights Village Christmas Markets, already in planning for November 2025. In the lead-up to closure, the store will offer discounts on stationery, cards, and gift stock, encouraging locals to visit and say goodbye.

Published 14-May-2025

Plug & Play Program Revitalises Elanora Heights with Street Events

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Elanora Heights is set to become a hub of community activity with the approval of global Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) as part of the Plug & Play program, aimed at transforming streets into vibrant community spaces.

Plug & Play Comes to Elanora Heights

At a recent meeting held on 4 March 2025, the NBC Local Traffic Committee approved the implementation of global Traffic Management Plans for four locations across the peninsula, including Kalang Road in Elanora Heights. This initiative is part of the Plug & Play program, an $8.5 million grant partnership with 17 pilot councils across the state.

The Plug & Play program is designed to simplify the organisation of street-based events by reducing costs and streamlining processes through a “local problems, local solutions” model. It falls under the wider Vibrant Streets Package, a $34-million investment to revitalise public spaces and support local businesses, the community, and the creative sector.

How the Plug & Play Program Transforms Elanora Heights

The program will see the closure of Kalang Road in Elanora Heights, from Powderworks Road to St Andrews Gate, during events. This will allow up to 3,000 attendees to participate between 11:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on event days. The closure will affect 46 on-street parking spaces and the Dan Murphy’s carpark, but there are a number of alternative parking spots within 350 metres of the site.

parking spaces available — *Photo Credit: NBC Local Traffic Committee*

Public transport will be minimally impacted, with the 182 bus service detouring as needed. The suggested detour route is via Powderworks Road, Elanora Road, and St Andrews Gate.

Local Voices: How the Community Reacts

Local residents and businesses will be informed about upcoming events through letterbox drops, social media updates, and NBC notifications. Authorities, including local police and emergency services, will also be kept in the loop to ensure public safety.

Elanora Heights events — *Caption: For Illustration Purposes Only*
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Neighbouring Suburbs Join the Plug & Play Movement

Similar Plug & Play approvals were granted for Brookvale, Fairlight, and Newport. Brookvale will host larger events, accommodating up to 20,000 attendees, while Newport and Fairlight will host smaller gatherings of 1,000 and 500 people respectively.

What This Means for Elanora Heights

Pending final approval from Transport for NSW, the Plug & Play initiative in Elanora Heights will foster community engagement by making it easier to host local events. The program is expected to be implemented within 12 months and will remain in place for five years unless significant changes occur.

Published 29-Mar-2025

Elanora Heights Woman Among Northern Beaches Scam Victims

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An 81-year-old woman from Elanora Heights has become the latest scam victim in a series of incidents targeting Northern Beaches residents through remote access software.

On February 7, 2025, the elderly Elanora Heights resident received an unsolicited phone call from a scammer claiming to represent Telstra. The caller offered to “fix” supposed internet issues and convinced the woman to download AnyDesk, a legitimate remote access software. Once installed, the software allowed the scammer to gain unauthorised access to her device, resulting in approximately $20,000 being withdrawn from her account.

This Elanora Heights incident occurred just days before another Northern Beaches resident, an 82-year-old man from Davidson, lost the same amount in a similar scam. On February 11, he received an email purportedly from PayPal questioning a transaction and was instructed to download AnyDesk to address the issue, leading to an identical $20,000 theft.

Local police have confirmed investigations are underway into both cases. Authorities haven’t yet determined if the stolen funds were transferred overseas, which could complicate recovery efforts.

Police Warning to Residents

Northern Beaches Police are urging community members—particularly older residents—to exercise extreme caution when receiving unsolicited calls or emails requesting remote access to their devices.

“Never give anyone you don’t know access to your devices,” authorities advise. “And never share online banking login details or passwords with anyone.”

How to Protect Yourself

AnyDesk itself offers these guidelines to avoid becoming a victim:

Be suspicious of unexpected calls claiming to be from known companies like Microsoft, Telstra, or financial institutions
Remember that legitimate organisations will never call you unexpectedly and ask you to download software
If you feel uncomfortable during any interaction, hang up immediately
If someone remotely connected to your device asks you to log into financial accounts, they are likely a scammer
End suspicious remote sessions by turning off your device

What to Do If Scammed

Those who believe they’ve fallen victim to such scams should:

Immediately report the incident to financial institutions
Change passwords on potentially compromised accounts
Have devices checked by trusted IT specialists
Report the scam to local authorities

As cybercriminals continue to target vulnerable community members, heightened vigilance is essential, particularly in areas like Elanora Heights where residents have already been victimised.

Published 18-February-2025

Locals Outraged As Illegal Trail at Woorarra Lookout Reserve Devastates Bushland

A local resident has raised urgent concerns over a mountain bike track at the Woorarra Lookout Reserve in Elanora Heights that has allegedly been illegally built.

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The resident contacted the Northern Beaches Council to report that the track is causing permanent damage to the fragile ecosystem in the reserve, which is home to rare and endangered plant species.

The mountain bikers have reportedly cleared vegetation, dug into the soil, modified sandstone rocks, and created ramps and jumps along the track. This has led to habitat and species loss, as well as severe erosion in parts of the reserve.

Woorara Reserve borders the Deep Creek Reserve and contains sensitive bushland that supports threatened ecological communities. Community bushcare groups have worked for decades to regenerate the area after decades of degradation.

Woorarra Lookout Reserve — Photo credit: S Salehi/Google Maps

The construction of the illegal track directly opposes Council rules and regulations put in place to protect such endangered environments. It also excludes the wider community from enjoying the public green space.

This incident highlights an ongoing issue across Sydney’s Northern Beaches, where illegal mountain bike tracks are being built in public reserves and parks to the detriment of the natural habitat. Dangerous tracks have appeared in places like Warriewood, Mona Vale, Newport, Avalon, and Narrabeen.

Concerned groups claim the problem has resulted in injuries to children, anti-social behaviour, and threats against park users.

In a Facebook post, one resident expressed shock at the damage that has allegedly been done by local kids in Elanora Heights’ Woorarra Lookout Reserve.

The resident claimed that whilst sitting in the reserve in an area that was illegally cleared to build mountain bike jumps, they were subjected to appalling abuse.

The resident alleged that they were sworn at, spat at, verbally abused, had rocks thrown at them, and received threats from young boys from the local community. The resident condemned the antisocial and threatening behaviour they faced whilst visiting the reserve.

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The fate of the fragile Woorara Lookout Reserve now lies in the hands of the Council, who must decide how to balance recreational interests with conservation and community safety.

Published 1-November-2023

Elanora Heights Public School Successfully Completes Sustainable Initiatives

Congratulations to the Elanora Heights Public School community for completing a monumental Bush Track project and other successful sustainable initiatives for the school year!

After receiving a $14,000 Sustainable Schools Grant funding, the students attending Elanora Heights Public School, along with their parents and teachers, recently unveiled the end result of their Bush Track project.

The community worked together to remove weeds and conduct major clearing along Elanora Rd to facilitate regeneration and allow native plants to grow again. The task taught the students to understand why care and value for the environment deliver a sustainable future, apart from the physical and mental benefits of being around nature.

Ms Jenny Cullen, a teacher, headed the Bush Track project and received assistance from parents who are experts in ecology to teach the school community in identifying the different plants to cultivate and native animals to protect in the area. Signs were also installed along the bush track that leads to the school, whilst the Northern Beaches Council produced the tube stack needed for the reserve’s improvements.

Along with the Bush Track project, Elanora Heights Public School also completed the Eat a Rainbow initiative for Year 2 kids to develop healthy eating habits consisting of fruits and vegetables.

Parental experts on diet and nutrition were asked to speak before the children and teach them about how to Eat a Rainbow for the holiday season. The initiative is part of the school’s Make My Own Lunch program, which has been running for 10 years.

Elanora Heights Public School to Get Funding for Canteen Upgrades

Elanora Heights Public School is one of the beneficiaries of the $3 million school infrastructure projects from the NSW Government’s Metro Renewal Program and the funds to be received will be used for canteen upgrades.

Member for Pittwater Rob Stokes confirmed the allocated funds, which will also also be distributed across over 200 schools in the state. Aside from Elanora Heights Public School, these other schools in the Pittwater Ward will also receive funding for the following projects:

SCHOOL	PROJECT
Avalon Public School	New Covered Outdoor Learning Area
Barrenjoey High School	New Covered Outdoor Learning Area
Bilgola Plateau Public School	Upgrade of cricket nets
Mona Vale Public School	Toilet upgrade
Newport Public School	Toilet upgrade
Pittwater High School	Upgrade of lab rooms
Terrey Hills Public School	New Covered Outdoor Learning Area

In addition to the canteen upgrades, Elanora Heights Public School was also able to acquire funding from NSW Sustainable Schools Grant to rehabilitate its bushlands.

“This latest funding is a great investment in our local schools,” Mr Stokes said.

“These new learning spaces and facilities will help ensure our schools provide a fantastic and well-rounded learning environment for local students.

“I look forward to seeing these projects come to fruition – along with other major school upgrades in our community.”

Work on the canteen upgrades, as well as the other projects in Pittwater schools, have yet to be set on the calendar.

$60-K Fireball: Elanora Heights Saved in the Nick of Time

The Champions, an Elanora Heights family of four, almost lost their home after a fiery accident brought about by a crystal ball left in sunlight.

After spending $60,000 in upgrades and customisations, Matty Champion and his wife Melinda were able to transform their bus into a fully-operational mobile home complete with a kitchen, shower, and toilet. The couple lived in the bus with their two daughters, Jordan and Billie.

Their passion project had cost them a large chunk of their savings, and the Champions almost witnessed it all go up in flames after a crystal ball left in the vehicle’s centre console magnified sunlight and burned a pillow, starting a fire. According to the buses’ CCTV footage, the ball had been smoking for over an hour before fire began to spread.

The family came into possession of the ball after expressing interest in crystals and natural healing, however they’d failed to anticipate the destructive properties of glass in harsh sunlight. The Champions were lucky enough that one of their neighbours informed them immediately after spotting smoke coming from the vehicle.

Their neighbour then doused the flames with a fire extinguisher, and by the time the local fire brigade had arrived, the situation was already under control.

Following the accident, crystals are now banned from the front of the bus in order to prevent any fires starting inside. The Champions remarked that they were lucky that the fire didn’t destroy their home entirely, for they’d invested far too much time and money into its transformation from a simple vehicle into a home on wheels.

Toro Nero Elanora Heights Earns Nomination for the 2019 Local Business Award

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Toro Nero Elanora Heights has been nominated for the 2019 Local Business Award and its patrons may help the restaurant qualify as one of the most outstanding businesses in the Northern Beaches by casting their vote.

Loyal patrons of Toro Nero Elanora Heights may vote online under the Northern Beaches category. Customers may also submit a printed coupon directly at Toro Nero or through the award body’s media partners

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After the qualifying rounds, anonymous judges will be visiting the restaurant to look into its operation, service, and value to the community. Winners of the Local Business Awards will be honoured and acknowledged during an evening gala, which shall be announced at a later date.

Toro Nero Elanora Heights, located on Elanora Road, is a familiar hangout among the locals. It is known as a family restaurant with a rustic and relaxed atmosphere, where diners can enjoy hearty and authentic Italian meals.

Established in 2014, Toro Nero mostly serves flavourful pizza in red and white based sauces that can satisfy a large group of diners. These are prepared and cooked in a traditional wood-fired oven.

The restaurant also offers a selection of other popular Italian dishes like pasta and salads that go well with a glass of alcohol for the adults. Toro Nero serves cocktails, red or white wine, scotch, rum, bourbon, vodka, and gin.

Toro Nero has a second store at Mona Vale in Pittwater Road. Both locations are open every Tuesday to Sunday from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.

“Great little place, tucked away in Elanora Heights. Love the menu and was spoilt for choice. The pizza was delicious with a thin base, cooked in a traditional wood fire oven. Service was good, nice setting and decor and we all had a great evening. Definitely want to return to try out more of the menu!”
~ Rosie Pollard, via Google Review

“For great casual dining, Toro Nero is a great place. It’s small ad intimate, offers indoor and outdoor dining, is licensed or BYO wine, and has a fantastic menu of wood-fired pizza complemented by excellent salad and side dishes. You had better book as this is a favourite with the locals and hard to get in at times.”
~ Steve M, via Trip Advisor

“Pizza is a family favourite and we are rarely satisfied when we dine out whether it be the service, price or the food that lets us down – but Toro Nero in Elanora Heights gets 5 stars on all accounts! Service was top notch, food was AMAZING and all at a bargain price when you take advantage of their $20 all you can eat pizza! Even my pizza loving son said it was the best pizza he has ever had! We will be back Toro Nero and we will spread the word because everyone deserves to enjoy such an incredible place. Thanks, guys!”
~ Aaron Stephenson, via Restaurant Guru

Council Defers Proposal to Repair Elanora Scout and Community Hall

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The Northern Beaches Council has deferred the proposal to repair the Elanora Scout and Community Hall. Located near the Bilarong Reserve, this community centre has been the site of various activities mounted by local businesses and an active Scout Group composed of more than 70 families.

The petition laid out on Change.Org called on members of the community to support the repair proposal and it received 378 signatures by the end of February. However, following a Council meeting, it was decided that the hall repair will not be a priority.

The Elanora Scout and Community Hall has been plagued with termite damage and may no longer be used. Currently, the Scout Group conducts its meetings at the Collaroy Plateau Scout Hall, which is 30 minutes away from the original home base.

According to Kate Straetemans, who actively campaigned for the hall’s repair, the Council also indicated it might not be possible to build a new facility based on the area’s flood zoning issues and lack of public transport.

Mayor Michael Regan will speak with the Scout Group to discuss other options. This is a developing issue and the petition remains open.

1. Oceans Narrabeen

About Oceans Narrabeen4.4 Google Rating

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2. Seaside Eatery

About Seaside Eatery4.7 Google Rating

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3. LIMANI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

About LIMANI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT4.1 Google Rating

Google Reviews

4. 4 Knots Cafe

About 4 Knots Cafe4.8 Google Rating

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5. JB & Sons Narrabeen

About JB & Sons Narrabeen4.1 Google Rating

Google Reviews

Background and Operation History

Changing Consumer Habits Impact Business

Community Alternatives and Transition

Community Reaction and Local Support

Ongoing Community Involvement

Plug & Play Comes to Elanora Heights

How the Plug & Play Program Transforms Elanora Heights

Local Voices: How the Community Reacts

Neighbouring Suburbs Join the Plug & Play Movement

What This Means for Elanora Heights

Police Warning to Residents

How to Protect Yourself

What to Do If Scammed

About Oceans Narrabeen
4.4 Google Rating

About Seaside Eatery
4.7 Google Rating

About LIMANI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
4.1 Google Rating

About 4 Knots Cafe
4.8 Google Rating

About JB & Sons Narrabeen
4.1 Google Rating