Docklands will be transformed into a world-class seafood dining precinct to help bring more visitors to the area, if Nick Reece is re-elected as Lord Mayor.
The Docklands Seafood Dining Precinct will bring Melbourne’s renowned food culture and amazing chefs to the waterfront, providing a unique destination for locals and visitors alike to enjoy fresh seafood in a vibrant atmosphere.
Set along the Docklands foreshore, the area will include open-air dining, food stalls, restaurants, a seafood school, all surrounded by public open space designed to create a welcoming and exciting environment for visitors and diners.
This project will not only enhance Melbourne’s reputation as Australia’s food capital but also help attract more people to the area and boost local businesses.
Under the plan, a re-elected Lord Mayor Nick Reece will:
- Task the Melbourne 3000 board – made up of key business leaders in our city alongside Docklands and QVM stakeholders – to develop the Docklands Seafood Dining Precinct concept and bring it to life.
- Fund a business case to help determine the best way to unlock the foreshore of Docklands to create a vibrant, exciting and pleasant atmosphere and to foster a wide variety of restaurants and other dining options.
- Work closely with local landholders, residents and the wider Docklands community to identify the final location of the precinct and then deliver on it.
- Work with the Melbourne Maritime Heritage Network to identify ways the precinct can also celebrate the Docklands rich maritime history.
- Secure funding from federal and state government to match council funding of the precinct
While the Queen Victoria Market will always be the home of fresh fish retailing in Melbourne, the proposed Seafood Precinct will draw inspiration from some of the world’s great seafood markets, including Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market and San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf.
It will reflect Melbourne’s rich culinary diversity, featuring a variety of seafood eateries, from charcoal-grilled octopus to sushi, oyster bars, and ceviche stalls.
Quotes attributable to Lord Mayor Nick Reece:
“This precinct will transform Docklands into a must-visit destination for seafood lovers, offering a unique dining experience that celebrates Melbourne’s diverse culinary culture.”
“Docklands is Melbourne’s waterfront neighbourhood, and this will help unlock its potential, attracting more people to experience everything this incredible part of our city has to offer.”
“Docklands has a proud maritime history and this project will celebrate this story and bring it to life for modern Melburnians.”
Quotes attributable to Councillor and Deputy Lord Mayor candidate Roshena Campbell:
“The Docklands Seafood Dining Precinct will be a drawcard for locals and visitors and provide an economic boost for the area, supporting businesses and jobs.”
“We know that a new area like this for Docklands can provide an incredible opportunity for local businesses and create a dynamic new space for the community to enjoy.”
Quotes attributable to Chris Lucas, Lucas Restaurants:
"So many great cities have amazing seafood dining precincts like Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market, San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf or even the Sydney Fish Market in Pyrmont.”
"Docklands is perfectly placed for a major food tourism project like this - a waterfront seafood dining precinct that will attract local and international visitors.”
"I look forward to working closely with Nick to make this a reality.”
