Scott Damien’s Chef Brings His Signature Style to Pacific Harbour

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Written By Janine Mergler

For nearly two decades, Scott Toohey was a familiar face in Caboolture’s dining scene, running the popular Scott Damien’s on the Lake alongside his father.

The waterfront restaurant became a local favourite, earning a loyal following for its quality food, relaxed atmosphere and memorable dining experiences. Although the restaurant was sold in 2018, many locals still remember Scott Damien’s on the Lake fondly and often ask the same question: where is Scott now?

Today, Scott Toohey is leading the kitchen at The Deck Restaurant at Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club on Bribie Island.

Scott Brings His Experience to Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club

Since joining Pacific Harbour, staff regularly meet guests from Caboolture and surrounding areas who recognise Scott and are surprised to discover where he has landed.

Many former customers have followed him to Bribie Island to enjoy his cooking once again, while others are delighted to reconnect with a familiar face when dining at The Deck Restaurant.

With decades of hospitality experience, Scott continues to focus on the quality food and welcoming service that helped make Scott Damien’s on the Lake such a well-known local destination.

What’s on the Menu at The Deck Restaurant?

Scott’s menu combines Italian and Asian influences, showcasing fresh ingredients and house-made dishes.

Guests can enjoy:

  • House-made pasta
  • Fresh Australian seafood
  • Premium cuts of meat
  • Seasonal produce
  • Weekly chef specials released every Thursday
  • New seasonal menus throughout the year

The focus is on creating dishes that are fresh, flavourful and designed to be shared with family and friends.

Dining at Pacific Harbour on Bribie Island

Pandanus Deck at Pacific Harbour

One of the highlights of dining at The Deck Restaurant is the setting itself.

Located within Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club, the restaurant overlooks the lake and surrounding landscape, offering a relaxed atmosphere for lunch, dinner or special occasions.

The combination of Scott’s cooking and the picturesque location has made The Deck Restaurant a popular choice for both locals and visitors looking for quality dining on Bribie Island.

Looking for Scott from Scott Damien’s on the Lake?

If you’ve ever wondered what happened to the chef behind Scott Damien’s on the Lake, the answer is simple.

Scott Toohey is now Executive Chef at The Deck Restaurant at Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club, bringing the same passion for hospitality, fresh food and memorable dining experiences that Caboolture diners came to know over nearly 20 years.

Judging by the number of familiar faces who stop by to say hello, plenty of locals have already rediscovered him there.

Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club

141-159 Avon Avenue, Bribie, QLD, Australia, 4507

(07) 3410 4001

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