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Overall Total Score
3.3 out of 5
Good | 138 reviews

What User doesn't like about Runaway Bay Tavern:
Sold out of Rumps and Ribs at 6.45, so tried the seafood basket. Please, if anybody finds a worse seafood basket, let me know. It was the smallest I have ever seen for $29.95. 2 prawns, 2calamari. 1 scallop, 1 very small piece of fish, all deep fried with 13 chips!???? VERY disappointing, would not go back nor recommend. Beer was nice and cold I will give them that, but with plenty of options in Runaway Bay, try the... View all feedback. What User likes about Runaway Bay Tavern:
I've been in the tavern side a couple of times and had a few drinks and a meal from the bar menu, which was excellent and really good value for money. The restaurant at the rear has a fabulous menu and is a great place to take the family both young and old, as they have a kids play room to the side of the restaurant. It's also a great place to eat during the summer months where you can sit outside on the terrace area... View all feedback.

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3.0 ★ from 20 reviews

I've been in the tavern side a couple of times and had a few drinks and a meal from the bar menu, which was excellent and really good value for money. The resta...

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Ate inside as outside a bit chilly , staff super smiley and friendly . Ribs were 10/10 , burger was huge and my lunch rump was just that - perfect size for lunc...

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Food is great and a great looking place but needs a bit of a spruce up and a better vibe to attract the right clientelle

Sold out of Rumps and Ribs at 6.45, so tried the seafood basket. Please, if anybody finds a worse seafood basket, let me know. It was the smallest I have ever s...

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We decided to try our local tavern after being in the area for a while now. I had the chicken parmigiana and hubby had the beer battered flathead. Good size and...

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3.5 ★ from 118 reviews

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