The BOX on the Water is situated in prime position on both the Ettalong foreshore and beach. Its absolute waterfront location has panoramic views out across Broken Bay to its namesake, Box Head, and over to Sydney's northern beaches.Architecturally designed with a stylish, modern aesthetic, The BOX on the Water restaurant, bar and beach kiosk is just an hour and a half drive from central Sydney or twenty five minutes on the passenger ferry from Palm Beach. Both the restaurant and kiosk offer fresh, modern Australian cuisine and friendly, efficient service. Experience stylish, casual, 'fun dining' with arguably the best outlook on the Coast!
We are excited to announce our second Lagune venue is now open. Lagune Artisan is our new sit-down restaurant open for breakfast, lunch, and soon to follow for dinner. Experience delicious freshly baked focaccia sandwiches, vibrant salads, authentic in house made pastas, and our signature woodfire pizzas. Also featuring coffee, craft beer on tap and a selection of local and Italian wines. Our intentions remain the same – Italian inspired cuisine infused with artisan passion and woodfire flavors. All crafted with care and made with local quality produce and authentic Italian ingredients. Simple.Whether you're joining us for a mid-morning feast, a leisurely lunch, or a satisfying take-away pizza – we’ve got you covered. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Il Toscano means “The Tuscan”, and is a perfect representation of everything I am, and all that I love about my home land in Italy.
My name’s Matteo – head pasta maker, chef and owner of il Toscano. I was born and raised in the countryside of Tuscany, and although I’ve now lived in Australia for over 6 years, my passion for all things Italian has never been stronger.
Nor has my passion for sharing it with Australia and the Central Coast. I noticed that while there are a lot of outlets serving Italian food up here, they’re largely not hitting the mark when it comes to quality, authenticity and value for money.
My wife Laura and I became so tired of being disappointed every time we ordered food out, that we decided to take matters into our own hands.
