The Cray Essendon

The Cray Essendon The Cray Seafood and Grill Restaurant has been part of Australia's culinary scene since 2003.

For when you're looking to keep it simple... Our Simply Grilled features your choice of half or a whole fresh local cray...
21/07/2026

For when you're looking to keep it simple...

Our Simply Grilled features your choice of half or a whole fresh local crayfish simply grilled with garlic butter and served with roast vegetables, greens, mediterranean salad, and prawn and scallop skewers

What would you choose? Warm chocolate brownie or sticky date pudding… The choice you need to make with our three course ...
20/07/2026

What would you choose?
Warm chocolate brownie or sticky date pudding…

The choice you need to make with our three course lunch and dinner specials.

17/07/2026

Steak me out to The Cray…

We’ve got a brand new dish now available on our à la carte menu - ready and waiting for steak lovers!

Is there such a thing as too much seafood?? Our most popular dish has to be our Executive Platter - filled with all your...
14/07/2026

Is there such a thing as too much seafood??

Our most popular dish has to be our Executive Platter - filled with all your favourites including crayfish, prawns, salt & pepper calamari, chilli mussels and much more.

Grab your seafood loving bestie and book your table now - www.thecray.com.au

13/07/2026

Lunching with the best… our delicious lobster roll with a side of chips & salad.

Available on our lunch specials menu.

Nothing says winter comfort quite like a bowl of Spaghetti Marinara at The Cray!A divine mix of fresh seafood, basil and...
12/07/2026

Nothing says winter comfort quite like a bowl of Spaghetti Marinara at The Cray!

A divine mix of fresh seafood, basil and garlic, tossed through our rich napolitana sauce with a touch of white wine creating the perfect balance. Best enjoyed with a glass of red wine!

The perfect weekend treat - Steak & Lobster Delight! Indulge with a perfectly cooked scotch fillet topped with a half lo...
11/07/2026

The perfect weekend treat - Steak & Lobster Delight!

Indulge with a perfectly cooked scotch fillet topped with a half local crayfish cooked with herb garlic butter and a side of Cajun roast potatoes, broccolini, and chardonnay creamy garlic sauce.

08/07/2026

🦞 3 Course Lunch Special Only $49.90 pp!

Escape the ordinary and enjoy a premium lunch at The Cray Essendon.

✨ Choose an entrée, main & dessert
🦞 Fresh seafood, premium steaks & more
📅 3 course Lunch Available Monday to Friday and 4 course lunch available Monday to Sunday ❤️

Gather your friends, family or colleagues and book your table today. Your perfect lunch is waiting! 🍽️

Dinner plans sorted for less than $50!Enjoy a delicious three course dinner at The Cray, featuring your choice of two en...
08/07/2026

Dinner plans sorted for less than $50!

Enjoy a delicious three course dinner at The Cray, featuring your choice of two entrées, six mains and two decadent desserts. With plenty of options to choose from, there's something to satisfy every craving.

Available Monday to Thursday for dinner, this incredible offer is the perfect excuse for a midweek catch-up, date night or family dinner.

Book your table now - www.thecray.com.au

Getting through the school holidays is a little easier with a cocktail in hand!!Our Heaven on Earth is the perfect indul...
07/07/2026

Getting through the school holidays is a little easier with a cocktail in hand!!

Our Heaven on Earth is the perfect indulgence, mixing Kahlúa, Baileys and Frangelico into a rich, creamy cocktail that's made for relaxing and the perfect way to finish your Cray experience.

We've got some delicious new dishes available now on the menu! ~ EYE FILLET STEAK ~250g Eye fillet Served with red wine ...
06/07/2026

We've got some delicious new dishes available now on the menu!

~ EYE FILLET STEAK ~
250g Eye fillet Served with red wine jus, seasonal greens, mushroom and garlic-parmesan mash potatoes

~ MISO BUTTER RED CRAY ~
WA Crayfish with Japanese-inspired miso butter with a thin layer of blended cheese served with pickled veg salad and golden beer battered chips.

Taste test them for yourself over lunch or dinner this week. Bookings at www.thecray.com.au

04/07/2026

All the delicious seafood for your weekend!

WIN DINNER FOR TWO!To celebrate our new three course dinner special, we are giving one lucky person the chance to enjoy ...
03/07/2026

WIN DINNER FOR TWO!

To celebrate our new three course dinner special, we are giving one lucky person the chance to enjoy it with a friend!

All you need to do is enter your details and you are in the draw to win this sensational prize. Competition is drawn at random on 31st July.

Enter now online - https://tinyurl.com/37and4rt

02/07/2026

🦞 The Cray 3-Course Dinner Feast $49.90

Fresh seafood, premium steaks, and irresistible desserts—all in one unforgettable dining experience.

Choose 1 Entrée + 1 Main + 1 Dessert

Perfect for date nights, family dinners, birthdays, or simply treating yourself.

📍 Essendon, Melbourne
🍷 Great food. Great company. Great memories. ( Monday to Thursday )

Start your meal the right way at The Cray with our divine range of seafood entrées. From garlic prawns to perfectly sear...
01/07/2026

Start your meal the right way at The Cray with our divine range of seafood entrées.

From garlic prawns to perfectly seared scallops or our indulgent seafood chowder and more, there’s something for all seafood lovers.

Our new menu has just landed, bringing even more favourites to enjoy all season long.

Explore what’s new and book your next visit today - www.thecray.com.au

Platter love! Introducing our most premium dish on the menu - our Executive Platter. Filled with a full grilled local cr...
30/06/2026

Platter love!

Introducing our most premium dish on the menu - our Executive Platter.

Filled with a full grilled local crayfish with garlic butter, grilled king prawns, grilled snapper, slipper lobster with lemon butter sauce, creamy garlic prawns, chilli mussels, prawns & scallop skewers with mint balsamic sauce, salt & pepper calamari, six oysters, Turkish bread, marinated octopus salad & pickled vegetables.

🦞 The Cray 3-Course Dinner Feast just $49.90 Premium seafood, premium steaks, and irresistible desserts—all in one unfor...
30/06/2026

🦞 The Cray 3-Course Dinner Feast just $49.90

Premium seafood, premium steaks, and irresistible desserts—all in one unforgettable dining experience.

Choose 1 Entrée + 1 Main + 1 Dessert

Perfect for date nights, family dinners, birthdays, or simply treating yourself.

📍 Essendon, Melbourne
🍷 Great food. Great company. Great memories.

The perfect mid-week date night with our new $49.90 dinner special! Take it to the next level with your choice of select...
29/06/2026

The perfect mid-week date night with our new $49.90 dinner special!

Take it to the next level with your choice of selected entrees, mains and even desserts - all under $50. Available for dinner Monday - Thursday. Explore the menu and book your table now - www.thecray.com.au

27/06/2026

Coming to the new menu from 1st July - miso butter red cray with Japanese-inspired miso butter with a thin layer of blended cheese served with pickled veg salad and golden beer battered chips

Some meals are made for sharing. Our range of seafood platters are filled with a range of fresh, local seafood and suita...
26/06/2026

Some meals are made for sharing.

Our range of seafood platters are filled with a range of fresh, local seafood and suitable for 2 - 3 people - the perfect weekend lunch or dinner!

Book your table now - www.thecray.com.au

When the evenings cools down, there’s nothing better than settling in with a glass of red and a soul-warming dish at The...
25/06/2026

When the evenings cools down, there’s nothing better than settling in with a glass of red and a soul-warming dish at The Cray.

Dive into our Spaghetti Marinara, packed with fresh local seafood, or indulge in the rich flavours of our Truffle Lobster Risotto - the ultimate winter comfort food.

Address

861 Mt Alexander Road
Essendon, VIC
3040

Telephone

+61451497451

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