Poppies Beachside - Yeppoon

#28 - Cafés - Yeppoon, #38 - Vegetarian - Yeppoon, Australian

Poppies Beachside

★ 3.6 / 5 (16 reviews)

Poppies Beachside boasts stunning views of Keppel Bay and features a seafood-heavy menu curated by Chef Eddie Christensen and Head Chef Dylan Warner. Popular dishes include the Soba-wrapped King Prawns, Slow Roasted Lamb Rump, and Chef's unique Lemongrass Chilli Crab. With a full wine list, draft beer, and creative cocktails, Poppies Beachside is the perfect place to unwind with a drink and enjoy the view while our team takes care of you.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: helene

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★ 3.6 / 5 from 16 reviews

**Restaurant Review: A Promising New Gem with Room for Improvement** Nestled by the beach, this newly opened restaurant is a casual, vibrant space perfect for relaxation. While the ambiance is pleasant and staff are friendly, they are still honing their skills, leading to inconsistent service. Diners noted a limited menu and mixed food quality—some dishes, like the lamb and pork, were overcooked, while others excelled. Highlights included delightful desserts and a fantastic experience complemented by live music. Though some meals lacked seasoning and variety, the overall atmosphere and potential are inviting. With time and training, this restaurant could become a local favorite.

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Poppies has a wonderful atmosphere. The staff was attentive and incredibly helpful. I really enjoyed my meal, and I will definitely be returning.

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This was our second visit, and we loved it just as much as the first time. It’s a beautiful place to relax, enjoy some coffee, and have a bite to eat. The staff is friendly and attentive. Our only downside was that our coffee order was a bit slow again, but considering how amazing the coffee is, especially for a local spot, we didn't mind too much. We look forward to coming back!

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The restaurant was having a few teething problems but staff are wonderful, though new staff needs a bit of training up but have the most important qualities I.e. smile, friendly and helpful as possible. Wines could be better and more fresh veggies with the main courses was the view of a few at our table. I had lamb rump which was delicious.

helene

08.09.2023

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The entire experience was delightful. The service was top-notch, and having live music made it even more special—he was fantastic. The steaks and lamb rump were outstanding. However, the mango coconut curry was a bit lacking in sauce and didn't have a strong flavor, while the seafood pasta was somewhat bland and also needed more seasoning. It would have been nice if some dishes included a few vegetables to round out the meal. The pork belly was wonderful and packed with flavor. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our time here and will definitely return. Thank you for a wonderful evening!