There’s something special about winter on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. The mornings feel slower, the ocean turns deep blue-grey, fireplaces glow a little brighter and long lunches somehow stretch into the evening. It’s the season for cosy dining, red wine, comfort food and escaping to Palm Beach for a weekend away.

If you’re staying with Palm Beach Holiday Rentals this winter, these are the local dining specials worth booking ahead for — from iconic waterfront restaurants to relaxed Avalon favourites.

Jonah’s Restaurant

Perched dramatically above Whale Beach, Jonah’s is one of Australia’s most iconic coastal dining destinations — and winter may just be the best time to experience it.

As waves roll beneath the clifftop restaurant and moody skies settle across the ocean, Jonah’s becomes the ultimate winter dining escape. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the coastline from every table, creating the feeling of being completely immersed in the landscape while remaining warm inside with exceptional food and wine.

Their contemporary Australian menu with Italian influences is designed for lingering lunches and intimate dinners, perfectly paired with one of the country’s most celebrated wine lists.

Winter Special

$99 for two courses and a glass of wine
Available Thursday and Friday for lunch or dinner.

Jonah’s highly anticipated Winter Wine Dinner Series has also returned, bringing together curated four-course menus and premium cold climate wines from renowned Australian wineries. Highlights include immersive seasonal dinners and a special truffle event in July.

For a romantic weekend away overlooking the ocean, there are few places quite like Jonah’s in winter.

Bert’s Bar & Brasserie

With its grand interiors, candlelit atmosphere and timeless European feel, Bert’s is made for winter evenings.

Located inside The Newport, Bert’s delivers refined dining with classic service and beautifully executed dishes — ideal for date nights, long lunches or special occasions during your Palm Beach stay.

Thursday Specials

Available Thursday lunch and dinner:

• $39 Steak Frites
  280g Stockyard Gold Scotch Fillet with Café de Paris butter
• Rotating sommelier-selected wine specials

Enjoy either offer individually or pair them together for the perfect winter dinner.

Bar Elvina

Just moments from Avalon Beach, Bar Elvina has become a local favourite for relaxed dining, cocktails and generous winter comfort food specials.

Warm lighting, good music and a laid-back atmosphere make it perfect for an easy midweek dinner after a coastal walk.

Weekly Specials

Wagyu Wednesdays

$33 Steak & Frites
250g Australia Tajima Wagyu Rump MB4+

Rib Thursdays

$25 Ribs
Every Thursday from 5pm

ALMA

For something vibrant and upbeat during the cooler months, St Alma brings a taste of coastal Mexico to Avalon.

Expect warm interiors, energetic atmosphere, incredible cocktails and one of the area’s favourite midweek dining deals.

Taco Tuesday

Every Tuesday from 5pm:

• $5 tacos
• Midweek margaritas

Perfect for a casual dinner with friends after a day exploring the beaches.

The Royal Club House Avalon Beach

Sometimes winter calls for simple pub classics done properly — and The Royal delivers exactly that.

Relaxed, welcoming and family-friendly, it’s an easy option for casual dinners throughout your Palm Beach getaway.

Weekly Winter Specials

Tuesday — Rib Night

1/2kg BBQ ribs + schooner for $25

Wednesday — Curry Night

From 3pm

Thursday — T-Bone Night

$25 T-Bone specials

Sunday — Royal Roast

11:30am – 6:30pm
(or until sold out)

Your Perfect Palm Beach Winter Escape

Winter is one of the Northern Beaches’ best-kept secrets. The crowds disappear, the coastline feels wilder and the dining scene becomes even more inviting.

Whether you’re enjoying wine by the cliffs at Jonah’s, steak frites at Bert’s or margaritas in Avalon, these seasonal specials are the perfect addition to a winter stay with Palm Beach Holiday Rentals.

Book a weekend away, settle in by the coast and experience the quieter side of the beaches this season.