Exmouth's Exploding Food Scene

Exmouth's Exploding Food Scene

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Posted 2022-01-04 by Gracefollow
Paying a first-time visit to the seaside town of Exmouth, I was told to check out the stunning panoramic views from Vlamingh Head Lighthouse, the thriving coral structures of the Ningaloo Reef and the crystal clear waters of Turquoise Bay.

But, what really blew me away was something no one spoke about, a completely unexpected highlight; the exploding food scene.

First up was Froth Craft Brewery, where the flavoursome food menu featured dishes with Asian and Spanish flair, from Vietnamese chicken wings to local prawns with award-winning cocktail sauce.

Served on a generous bed of tangy lemon aioli, the crispy Spanish Mackerel fritters were a personal favourite, oozing with richness at first bite and pairing deliciously with the sweet potato fries.



But their expertise was not limited to the kitchen, with the venue also home to some of WA's best craft beers. Froth's latest experiment, the Mexican Citrus Lager, is a taco lover's delight. The beer pours a bright golden corn colour topped off with a creamy white cap.


The funky and slightly sour aroma is incredibly light, with hints of lime and a sweetness that leaves the palette zinging, while the complex flavour tones within might just have you thinking you've eaten a corn tortilla.

Next up was The Social Society, which boasts an all-vegan and vegetarian menu, bursting with colour, variety and nutritious local ingredients. A must-have is the vegan banana pancake stack, which is almost too beautiful to eat.

A generous serve of sweet berry compote, tangy coconut yoghurt and zesty charred banana sit atop a stack of fluffy, gluten-free pancakes. Tied together with a thick drizzle of pure maple syrup, the dish is iced with pistachio nuts for an Instagram-worthy finish.



I just had to try the Ningaloo Bakehouse and Cafe, as it would it would be utterly un-Australian to travel to a regional town without sampling its meat pie. The Bakehouse meat pie stood out from the crowd, with a crispy golden lid stuffed full of juicy flavoursome mince which oozed out at first bite.



Packed with a punch, the temperature was bang on, just cool enough to dive into while maintaining the crucial heat needed to create that 'fresh out of the oven' feel. The thick base made eating relatively easy, although the mince to pastry ratio required a slight tilt of the pie to prevent a slop over.

I decided to end my visit with a little sophistication, by dining at Mantaray's Bar and Brasserie at Ningaloo Beach Resort.

My evening began by sampling Coffin Bay oysters. The spicy Tabasco sauce of the Bloody Mary style was quite overpowering, but the French-inspired Mignonette style balanced subtle vinegar and shallot tones to amplify the natural flavour of the seafood.



Later, I took a punt on the Fish of the Day and was treated to a juicy Red Emperor fillet and creamy garlic mash. The zesty avocado salsa and delectable citrus beurre blanc sauce had me licking the plate clean.



So for a town which was once just a pit-stop for swimming with whale sharks, free-diving and hiking gorges, I think it's safe to say Exmouth has forged itself another marvellous and sustainable drawcard.

I've tasted enough to know I'll certainly be paying another visit, Exmouth has truly stepped up to the plate.

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