About Us
In August 2007, Ripples Chowder Bay was transformed from the submarine miners’ depot into a waterfront restaurant sympathetic to its proud history. As a heritage building, the original timber framing and columns remain.
The main room features a spiral staircase that was originally used to connect the miner's workshop to the mine storage chambers during the 1890's. Hence the room's present name - the 'AquaMine Room'.
BILL DRAKOPOULOS
With 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Bill Drakopoulos has combined his expert knowledge of restaurant operations with his passion for customer service to undertake his business ventures. From warm-hearted hospitality, to value for money, to unique and beautiful locations, each venue is one of a kind but all capture the essence of contemporary Sydney dining.
SYDNEY RESTAURANT GROUP
Ripples Chowder Bay is a part of Sydney Restaurant Group, established by well-recognised and respected Sydney restaurateur, Bill Drakopoulos in the year 2000. Each venue is one of a kind, capturing the essence of contemporary Sydney dining. From two hatted fine dining to stunning waterfront views and relaxed cafe fare, the group offers a range of restaurant experiences to suit any occasion. The group encompasses Aqua Dining, Ripples Milsons Point, Ripples Little Manly, Ripples Express Maritime Museum, Ormeggio at The Spit, Chiosco by Ormeggio, The Nielsen Vaucluse, The Fenwick Balmain, Ventuno Walsh Bay, Noi Petersham, Caffeine Cartel, Porcellino, and Budgewoi Hotel.
