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About Ballarat Restaurants
Ballarat is in the Ballarat, Bendigo & The Goldfields region. In Ballarat, restaurants are as diverse as they are numerous, attracting people from surrounding areas. More restaurants can be found in suburbs around Ballarat.
Award Winning Restaurants in Ballarat
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Restaurant Styles in Ballarat
Dining in Ballarat can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Tipping is optional in restaurants, but none the less very much appreciated. If you are pleased with the service it is customary to leave a tip of 5-10%.
Every Ballarat restaurant operates to their own opening and closing times but as a guide:
- Breakfast: 7am - 10am
- Lunch: 12noon – 2pm
- Dinner: 6pm - 9:30pm
* We advise you check individual restaurant opening hours before visiting.
Ballarat Restaurant Ratings
The crossed spoon and fork symbols are representative of the restaurants setting décor & style. These ratings are independent of the restaurants food rating. View the minimum requirements for each level of restaurant rating in Ballarat and around Australia.
Restaurant Facilities in Ballarat
Facilities for restaurants in Ballarat are listed using symbols. Note: Establishment s with the 
symbol are establishments that have dedicated disabled facilities.
Restaurant Prices in Ballarat
Prices are given for Restaurants in Ballarat where ascertainable. Prices for each restaurant reflect a two course meal (entrée & main course) unless otherwise noted. These prices are approximations and variations may occur.
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Accuracy of Restaurants descriptions & information in Ballarat
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the restaurant descriptions and information contained on this website. Notwithstanding, restaurants in Ballarat may change and prices may vary. Restaurants do not always perform consistently; menus are subject to change and Chef's can move. The dishes we have described may no longer be available when you visit. Whilst every effort has been made to keep the information on this site as accurate as possible, AGFG assumes no responsibility for errors, changes, omissions, inconveniences or incurred loss as a result of any inaccuracy. See our disclaimer
We hope our overview of restaurants in Ballarat has been of assistance.
Price: Entree $4.00 to $17.00, Main $17.00 to $24.00, Dessert $4.50 to $9.50
Address: 5-7 Humffray Street Ballarat VIC
Like a beacon on Ballarat’s dining scene is Asahi Japanese Restaurant, whose name appropriately translates as ‘rising sun’. Simple, elegant and casual, it brings a refre...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $45
Address: 10 Lydiard St South Ballarat VIC
An icon of Ballarat, Craig’s Royal Hotel presents a diverse collection of restaurants, bars and lounges in a magnificent package of Victorian grandeur. Occasions formal ...
Price: Entree $5.00 to $13.00, Main $17.00 to $27.00, Dessert $4.00 to $8.00
Address: Shop 1, Eastwood St Complex (next to Safeway) Ballarat VIC
Since their doors opened in late 2010, La Casa Mexicana Mexican Restaurant is a proven hit with Ballarat diners. The fact that everything’s made from scratch using fresh...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $48
Address: Comfort Inn Main Lead, 312 Main Road Ballarat VIC
A renovated grain store built in the late 1800s, the award winning Lilian's Restaurant is situated in a part of Ballarat's rich history. Established in 1984, Lilian's ser...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $68
Address: 10 Camp Street Ballarat VIC
In central Ballarat opposite the university campus is the historic Camp St Arts Precinct and the home of Phoenix Brewery. Chairs and tables spill out from the footpath f...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $50
Address: 203 Dana St Ballarat VIC
Awash with high class Victorian elegance and charm, The Ballaarat Restaurant & Bar is one of Ballarat's premier dining establishments. Situated in one of Ballarat's most...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25
Address: 1771 Sturt Street Ballarat VIC
The Forge Pizzeria opened in 2010 and already it’s snagging awards and dishing out some of the best pizzas in Ballarat. The deliciously smoky smell of the wood fire oven...
Price: Entree $8.90 to $23.90, Main $20.00 to $27.00, Dessert $5.90 to $12.90
Address: 71 Victoria St Ballarat VIC
Housed in a cosy heritage building in East Ballarat, Zaragosa Spanish & Mexican Tapas Bar & Restaurant offers the best of both the old and new worlds. Scott Anstis worke...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25
Address: 113 Bridge Mall Ballarat VIC
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $20
Address: 602 Eureka Street, Ballarat VIC
Ballarat Indian Restaurant in Ballarat is dedicated to serving authentic Indian Food which will take you straight to the land where it is born. The authentic Indian food ...
Price: Entree $12.00 to $27.00, Main $22.00 to $50.00,
Address: 10 Grenville Street Ballarat VIC
The Ballarat Steakhouse is the ultimate place to go if you have a steak craving. Specialising in char grilled steak, ribs and seafood, you’ll find something here on the m...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: Barkly Motor Lodge, 43-57 Main Rd Ballarat VIC
Price: Main $14.50 to $25.00,
Address: 9414 Western Highway Ballarat VIC
All meals are made in house for each order. Signature dishes may include Mixed Grill or Chicken with Avocado & Prawns. Home-made sweets.
Price: Main $10.00 to $15.00,
Address: Mair Street Ballarat VIC
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $38
Address: 401 Pleasant Street South Ballarat VIC
Recently renovated The Bunch of Grapes Hotel offers somthing for everyone. Signature dishes may include Salt & Pepper Soft Shell Crab - Rice Noodle & seaweed salad, garli...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 1321 Mair St Ballarat VIC
If you are looking for a local venue that serves quality food with friendly service and a touch of old world charm, then you can't go past the City Oval. Located on the c...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 7 Wainwright St Ballarat VIC
Only 3 minutes from the town centre, this charming Victorian cottage (circa 1881) offers a perfect blend of genuine hospitality with specialised dishes from Italy, Thaila...
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 29 Sturt St Ballarat VIC
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 212 Sturt St Ballarat VIC
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