Sebastian restaurant at Williamstown Beach has Basque inspired food both large and small. Sebastian is located at a premium location on the Williamstown Beach waterfront and depending on the season offers alfresco dining and a beach bar.
Sebastian has an extensive pintxos or small snack menu typically eaten in bars popular in northern Spain and particularly the Basque region. Pintxos are usually offered in skewers and toothpicks.
In addition Sebastian also has a range of small plate dishes and more substantial large plate dishes. They say variety is the spice of life we suggest trying a selection of pintxos and small and large plates unless you anticipate coming here regularly.
Sebastians decor is nice and relatively open space with high ceilings and seating reminescent of Japanese design with muted bambooish coloured furniture. There are also hanging plants to complete the theme.
Sebastian seems to be aiming for a mid to higher end of the market so depending on your budget this may or may not be a good thing. It's a brave decision and hopefully Sebastian will be successful. They have been so far but in the long term I imagine it may be a challenge for them.
Personally given the serving sizes I think Sebastian is on the expensive side. I get the concept though as if people are going to try the extensive pintxos, small and large plate menu the dishes can't be too large.
The dishes at Sebastian are all fairly good but nothing really blew me away.
In a nutshell
Sebastian is a Basque inspired restaurant offering a wide range of pintxos, small and larger plate dishes aiming for a generally higher end customer. It's great that such a unique and different type of restaurant is willing to open up in Williamstown. Maybe I'm not the target audience but it seems a bit too expensive for the quality. Still we recommend trying at least once if you live locally and if you live further afield read plenty of reviews and decide for yourself if you think it's your cup of tea.
Location
Sebastian is located at 26 Esplanade, Williamstown VIC 3016. This is the Williamstown Beach area not to be mixed up by the Williamstown shops or Gem Pier area.
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Nearby Attractions
You've made it to the Sebastian. Next time why not try out:
- Pier Farm (Williamstown)
- Pelican's Landing (Williamstown)
- Carter Smith Devlin & Co.
- Tick Tok Cafe (Williamstown)
- Copper Pot (Seddon) (Recommended)
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Williamstown Restaurant and Cafe Reviews
Sebastian
Sebastian is a Basque inspired restaurant offering a wide range of pintxos, small and larger plate dishes aiming for a generally higher end customer. It's great that such a unique and different type of restaurant is willing to open up in Williamstown. Maybe I'm not the target audience but it seems a bit too expensive for the quality. Still we recommend trying at least once if you live locally and if you live further afield read plenty of reviews and decide for yourself if you think it's your cup of tea.
Rating: 3.5
Type: Basque
The Strand
The Strand is a nice attractive looking restaurant offering a finedining experience. It has a particular emphasis on seafood fitting for the Williamstown location. I would say the Strand offers an outstanding menu to select from. The Strand is a pretty restaurant and the food is generally good but does vary in consistency. For most up to date recommendations I suggest checking as many recent reviews as possible and then deciding if The Strand is for you.
Rating: Recommended
Type: Fine dining, Contemporary
Pier Farm
Pier Farm is an exceptional restaurant with great service, a beautiful venue with great views and lots of natural sunlight, fantastic food with a fine dining experience and a great selection of wines and spirits. It's a perfect place if you want to feel special and treat yourself. Highly recommended. We definitely look forward to coming to Pier Farm again.
Rating: Highly Recommended
Type: Fine dining, Contemporary
Pelican's Landing
Pelican's Landing in Williamstown has a prime location right on the waterfront with views looking out towards the Westgate Bridge. One of our all time favourites in Williamstown it has stood the test of time and continues to deliver. Great seafood, a complete menu that caters for all budgets, family friendly, nice and busy with a great atmosphere. What's not to like. Recommended.
Rating: Recommended
Type: Western, Contemporary, Pub
The Greenery
The Greenery is a great fusion Asian Vietnamese cafe that also has an extensive western menu as well as a great selection of cakes and desserts. With typically great coffee thrown in as well as an extensive alcoholic menu they have got you covered for your drinks. With it's nice Vietnamese and French themed decor The Greenery makes a positive impression.
Rating: 4
Type: Café, Vietnamese, Asian Fusion
Tick Tok Café
Tick Tok may not appear to be the most trendy cafe going around. However a charming environment, a busy atmosphere giving the place a positive vibe, a family atmosphere and great food quality and customer service make Tick Tok an easy cafe to recommend.
Rating: Recommended
Type: Café
Monzarella Italian Restaurant
Monzarella Italian Restaurant is one of longer lasting restaurants in Williamstown. This is a testament to Monzarella Italian Restaurant delivering on their promise of good honest food and a providing a nice dining experience. While Monzarella Italian Restaurant isn't really special in any particular way I think it's value proposition has helped it stand the test of time. Great for locals, regular visitors to Willaimstown and value hunters. If you are looking for a very special experience then Monzarella Italian Restaurant may not be for you but for others it may be a perfect match.
Rating: 3.5
Type: Italian
Yamabuki
Yamabuki is probably best for Williamstown locals who love Japanese cuisine and are desperate for their Japanese fix. For others Yamabuki may be a hard sell unless you are into old school 1980's vibes.
Rating: 3.5
Type: Japanese
Capiz Bistro
Capiz Bistro is probably best for the inquisitive diner who has never tried Filipino food before and cake and dessert lovers. For others just check the menu and see if it takes your fancy. Capiz Bistro is a nice attractive small bistro and it's definitely quite pleasant sitting in the front looking out onto the Williamstown High Street.
Rating: 3.5
Type: Filipino
Atomic
Atomic Bar & Restaurant is a contemporary modern bar and restaurant covering all your pub classics. It has a wide variety of food on offer in generally pretty great surroundings. It offers great value for money for the value conscious diner.
Rating: 3.5
Type: Western, Pub
Crowded House
Crowded House is a nice place and worth dropping into if you are doing a bit of shopping in Williamstown on a Saturday. Great coffee, great brunch food, great vibes.
Rating: 4
Type: Café
Carter Smith Devlin & Co.
Carter Smith Devlin & Co. is a nice attractive looking cafe from the outside and delivers a pretty regular food and dining experience. It does the job but doesn't really ask you to come again.
Rating: 3.5
Type: Café
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