The Empty Plate - CALLIOPE

I began my meal with a dozen of the most delicious oysters I have had in a long time! They were shucked perfectly and as fresh as could be. After that, I enjoye... read more I began my meal with a dozen of the most delicious oysters I have had in a long time! They were shucked perfectly and as fresh as could be. After that, I enjoyed my main course.

The experience of driving across a tidal road enhances the genuine atmosphere of this seafood restaurant. read more The experience of driving across a tidal road enhances the genuine atmosphere of this seafood restaurant.

I visited this restaurant based on the recommendations of others and was not disappointed. The service was friendly and efficient, with delicious, generously po... read more I visited this restaurant based on the recommendations of others and was not disappointed. The service was friendly and efficient, with delicious, generously portioned meals. The salad on my burger was fresh, the chips were outstanding, and my partner loved the Chicken Hawaiian dish. It was definitely worth the short trip from Gladstone and we will be returning in the future.

The food is amazing, the service is very friendly and very quick. If you love a good milkshake, don't go past The Empty Plate. read more The food is amazing, the service is very friendly and very quick. If you love a good milkshake, don't go past The Empty Plate.

Got given 1 menu to share between 3 people. When we asked about the signature shakes, the whole reason we visited we were told they weren't doing them. Our food... read more Got given 1 menu to share between 3 people. When we asked about the signature shakes, the whole reason we visited we were told they weren't doing them. Our food came out on tiny plates that were extremely hard to eat from and the food itself was cold. People who were obviously not staff walking in and out of the kitchen with singlets and inappropriate attire for a commercial kitchen in full view of the cafe. Has a lot of potential but needs a bit more effort to make it great.