The Cray Essendon

Name: The Cray Essendon
Address: 861 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, 3040, AU
Telephone: +61451497451

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

02/11/2026

Mid-week dining just got a whole lot better!

Our $49.90 three course dinner special includes a choice of delicious dishes, including our Lobster Linguine for mains.

Made with local half crayfish, prawn cutlets, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, garlic and chilli, it's a seafood lover's dream.

Three courses, incredible value and no washing up - the perfect way to start your week. Book your table at www.thecray.com.au

31/10/2026

Dive into the ultimate seafood feast with one of our divine platters….

Featuring a range of dishes including fresh crayfish, succulent prawns, chilli mussels, natural oysters, crispy salt and pepper calamari, and all the trimmings, this is a dish made for sharing.

30/10/2026

Sharing is caring… especially when it comes to seafood!

Our seafood platters are made for sharing between 2–3 people, packed with plenty of fresh seafood and delicious favourites.
With five different platters to choose from, there's something to suit every seafood lover.

Gather your favourite people, order a platter and let us take care of the rest.

Book your table to enjoy a platter this weekend - www.thecray.com.au

29/10/2026

Mid-week dinner plans? Sorted!

Enjoy three incredible courses for under $50 at The Cray in the heart of Essendon.

Leave the cooking to us and enjoy a delicious mid-week feast without breaking the budget.

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

29/10/2026

🦞 MELBOURNE, YOUR LUNCH PLANS JUST GOT BETTER! 🍽️

Would you choose 3 courses for $49.90 or go ALL OUT with 4 courses for $59.90?

At The Cray, lunch is a whole experience

🍽️ 3 COURSES | $49.90pp
Entree + Main + Dessert

🦞 4 COURSES | $59.90pp
Appetizer + Entree + Main + Dessert

3-course offer: Monday–Friday
4-course offer: Every day

⏰ 11:30am–2pm
Excludes public holidays.

Now the big question… Are you team $49.90 or team $59.90? 👇

Tag the person you’d bring for a seafood lunch date!

📍 Visit The Cray and make your next lunch one to remember.

27/10/2026

That perfect squeeze of fresh lemon over the top of our lobster risotto....

25/10/2026

Cheers for the weekend….

Our Pink Gin Spritz is ready and waiting to enjoy with your Sunday seafood feast!

23/10/2026

We’ve got your weekend dinner plans sorted…

21/10/2026

WHO WOULD YOU SHARE THIS SEAFOOD FEAST WITH?

We’re giving away a FREE The Cray Platter!

To enter:

1. Like our page
2. Share this post
3. Tell us in the comments who you’d bring for this feast!

Tag them below. Let’s see who your seafood partner is!

The Cray 🦞Premium Seafood Worth Sharing.

Winner will be announced on 15 Nov 🎉

20/10/2026

'Tis the season to book your end-of-year celebrations!

Whether you're catching up with your favourite clients, organising lunch with the school mums, gathering your social group or planning your work Christmas party, The Cray has you covered.

Choose from our special three or four-course lunch menus or dine from our à la carte menu.

Get your festive plans sorted and contact our team today to discuss your booking - [email protected]

19/10/2026

Take your lunch up a notch with our Lobster Roll, featured on our three-course lunch special menu.

WA rock lobster tossed through melted butter and fresh parsley, served in a toasted brioche bun with crisp cos lettuce and smoky chipotle mayo, alongside a side of chips.

Address

861 Mt Alexander Road
Essendon, VIC
3040

Telephone

+61451497451

Website

https://thecray.com.au/

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