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About Mornington Peninsula Restaurants
Restaurants and dining are some of lifes great pleasures and Mornington Peninsula's Restaurant scene certainly makes for an exciting and rewarding dining experience. Mornington Peninsula is located within Victoria.
Award Winning Restaurants in Mornington Peninsula
Check the restaurants listed here to see if there are any Award Winning Restaurants in Mornington Peninsula. AGFG's Award Winning Restaurants are the result of careful deliberation. Inspectors appointed by AGFG dine anonymously. Numerous restaurants have been awarded Chef Hats throughout Australia.
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Restaurant Reviews in Mornington Peninsula: Read what real diners have to say about Restaurants in Mornington Peninsula.
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Restaurant Styles in Mornington Peninsula
Dining in Mornington Peninsula 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 Mornington Peninsula 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.
Mornington Peninsula Restaurant Ratings
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Restaurant Facilities in Mornington Peninsula
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Restaurant Prices in Mornington Peninsula
Prices are given for Restaurants in Mornington Peninsula 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 Mornington Peninsula
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We hope our overview of restaurants in Mornington Peninsula has been of assistance.
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Entree $9.90 to $16.90, Main $14.90 to $27.90, Dessert $7.90 to $9.90
Address: 117 Baxter-Tooradin Road Baxter VIC
Conveniently located on Baxter-Tooradin Road, is the Baxter Tavern. This award winning hotel includes 3 bars, beer garden, alfresco eating areas, a bistro, function room, ample car parking and a bottle shop. With premium facilities and its reputation as one of the best in the area, customers flock to Baxter Tavern week after week for friendly service, sensational food, daily specials, the comfortable setting and open fireplaces, which provide a cosy ambience.
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Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Entree $8.00 to $18.80, Main $19.90 to $31.00, Dessert $8.90 to $9.90
Address: 60-62 Main Street Mornington VIC
The Bay Hotel was built as a bank in 1890 and was transformed into a hotel in 1998. The solid double limestone building certainly evokes an historic charm. You will certainly feel at home dining at The Bay Hotel restaurant. Using the freshest local produce, you will find the menu to be consisting of simple honest food at a reasonable expense with all of the usual favourites. There are ever-changing specials and offers so you will always have something new to try.
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Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Entree $5.50 to $14.95, Main $16.95 to $26.95, Dessert $7.50
Address: 124 Main St Mornington VIC
It’s difficult to get accolades better than this; heritage listed building & regarded as an icon on the Mornington Peninsula, The Grand Hotel sits contentedly in the middle of Main Street. Subtle lighting highlights its original features that are balanced amongst the modern & relaxed setting. You’ll find a venue abuzz with people relaxing on the deck or enjoying the town views. The dietary considerate menu may have Scallops Mornay served with rice in a white wine, cheese & cream sauce.
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Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Entree $12.00 to $20.00, Main $18.00 to $35.00, Dessert $10.00 to $13.00
Address: 786 Esplanade Mornington VIC
Look out to Port Phillip Bay and Mornington Park from the deck at Harba Oyster Bar and Grill & you can’t help but slip into a comfortable state of relaxation. You’re sure to find connoisseurs of seafood, prime steaks & chic street dining; open all day there’s plenty of time for enjoyment. The menu offers innovative cuisine which maximises the plentiful local produce; oysters Creole, Mustard Herb Crusted Lamb rump baked medium rare on crushed chats with steamed spinnach & creamed mushroom ragout.
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Cuisine: Modern Australian Cuisine
Price: Entree $14.00 to $17.00, Main $24.00 to $34.00, Dessert $13.00 to $14.00
Address: 3059 Frankston-Flinders Rd Balnarring VIC
Ever since the Heritage Tavern came under new ownership, it has been serving up a range of great food, wine service and entertainment. This is your one-stop place for a great night out whether it’s with family, friends or that special someone. The Heritage Tavern features toasty open fires in the winder and a specious sun-drenched deck for the warmer months as well as a huge beer garden. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week and offers a diverse menu catering to all tastes. For dinner, start with a delicious twice cooked crispy pork belly before moving on to a main of pan seared chicken breast stuffed with thyme and wild mushrooms on saute’ed root vegetables.
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Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $33
Address: 240 Tucks Rd Main Ridge VIC
Keeping things simple; letting them speak & shine for themselves is what Manton’s Creek Vineyard restaurant has done. Minimal touches to the décor make the most of why people come to dine in a winery restaurant; vineyard views & in Manton’s Creek situation, even views overlooking there own named creek, Manton’s Creek. Linger over platters & tastings from the cellar that you can order in the restaurant. If your visiting The Mornington Peninsula Manton’s Creek is a must.
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Cuisine: Modern Australian with French influence
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $65
Address: Montalto Vineyard & Olive Grove, 33 Shoreham Rd Red Hill South VIC
Montalto’s waiters & waitresses are dressed to impress; black & white formal & we haven’t even got to the food yet. Be warmly attended to amidst cascading hills & vineyards in the Mornington Peninsula, famous for exquisite wining & dining this venue won’t disappoint. This family run venue thrives off its own grown produce to create a continually changing Modern French menu. The menu may include Pan roasted Mulloway with black Vanere rice and Lyell brothers broccolini; Mango chiboust with cassis.
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Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Entree $12.00 to $15.00, Main $20.00 to $33.00, Dessert $8.00 to $10.00
Address: Pier 10 Winery, 10 Shoreham Road Shoreham VIC
Set in the hinterland of the Red Hill/Mornington Peninsula wine region, Pier 10 Restaurant takes full advantage of its setting. An open fire roars during the winter months and makes for a warm cosy atmospheres while a huge wall of glass opening doors leads onto the outdoor deck and gives stunning views from the indoor tables. The ever evolving menu is innovative with a sophisticated edge, making locally grown seasonal produce a priority -salt & pepper calamari with kipfler potato, chorizo, coriander, mint chilli and aioli is a sure crowd pleaser. Warm confit duck salad with crunchy lardons, fresh pear, toasted walnuts and poached egg may also be cause for your sigh of satisfaction.
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Cuisine: International
Price: Entree $7.50 to $15.50, Main $26.00 to $42.00, Dessert $6.50 to $9.50
Address: 39a Main Street Mornington VIC
At first glace you may think Platters Restaurant and Deck is but another unassuming eatery on the main dining strip on Main Street Mornington with uncovered tables and blackboard specials; there’s a reason why regulars return here time and time again and it’s not just because of the handy location. Owner Claire Kinnaird makes no excuse, her attentive service and friendly attitude is ongoing. Similarly, Chef Darren Otto's creativity in the kitchen remains at the top of his game. The menu mixes the familiar with the less obvious -consider the Open Lamb Souvlaki or the Greek Lamb Pizza topped with flavour in mind. Desserts, including the house specialty lemon tart, are worth saving room for.
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Cuisine: Yum Cha & Chinese
Price: Entree $6.00 to $13.00, Main $19.00 to $30.00, Dessert $6.00 to $7.50
Address: 25 Main Street Mornington VIC
Visit the Wong family of Restaurant Soy; a husband, wife & daughter trio who work together to bring you fantastic Chinese & Yum Cha cuisine in a authentic, but relaxed setting on the Mornington Peninsula. The sea, surf & sand culture of the Mornington Peninsula is replaced with hanging lanterns & a distinct colour theme that is a Chinese cult; red, black & white. With a commitment to quality the team here make everything fresh; & this could include Cantonese Roast Duck & Sharkfin & Crab Soup.
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Cuisine: Modern, Traditional and Classic.
Price: Entree $9.00 to $20.00, Main $17.00 to $35.00, Dessert $8.50
Address: 1003 Point Nepean Road Rosebud VIC
There’s a relaxed free spirited vibe at Rose GPO Hotel on the Mornington Peninsula. Regulars & visitors know it’s a great place to amble over drinks, share oysters, dips & enjoy the live music. Walk off that ‘full feeling’ after a delicious meal that may include Cajun shrimp risotto, the beach & jetty are just minutes away. Inside the timber setting radiates a warmth & presence that is more than just the glow from the chandeliers’; hosts Sam & Breanne have a passion that is endearing & magnetic.
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Cuisine: Bistro
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 1099 Point Nepean Rd Rosebud VIC
Rosebud Hotel was first opened in January 1939, making it the first hotel in the town's history. Set in the heart of the shopping centre, this landmark hotel is perfect for locals and those enjoying a holiday by the bay. Diners can stroll from the directly opposite beach location to the friendly and relaxed bistro. The reasonably priced satisfying home style pub meals will feed and fill the whole family in a casual setting. Relax at the open fire...
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Cuisine: Bistro
Price: Entree $5.50 to $19.90, Main $14.90 to $29.90, Dessert $5.00 to $7.90
Address: Cnr Racecourse and Mornington-Tyabb Roads Mornington VIC
A day at the Mornington Racecourse can leave you dehydrated, famished & needing refueling fast & preferably, taking home more of the winnings than spending them, so pop next door to Steeples Bistro on the Morington Peninsula for some home style food & love. You’ll feel right at home with quick meals & generous portions; a fellow diner commented on the fact that it’s “an upcoming favourite haunt for future get togethers”. The menu may have chicken schnitzel & other home style favourites.
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Cuisine: International
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $39
Address: 1625 Point Nepean Road Rosebud West VIC
The Capel Restaurant Bar is a newly reopened restaurant at the southern end of Rosebud; offering contemporary Australian cuisine, a fully licensed bar & mouth-watering pizzas, hand-made the traditional Italian way for dine in or take away. This stylish, revamped venue is proving a very successful venture, with owners of Rose GPO Hotel Sam and Breanne and Breanne’s parents Dianne and Paul teaming up in this venue, creating a fusion of culinary talent and a unique flair to the Nepean Road dining scene.
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Cuisine: Bistro
Price: Entree $8.50 to $21.50, Main $15.50 to $35.00, Dessert $7.50 to $10.00
Address: 2415 Point Nepean Rd Rye VIC
The Rye Hotel serves meals every day and offers a number of choices for dining...From Street Cafe, open for breakfast with light meals or snacks all day to alfresco dining on the cafe balcony. In the Terrace Bistro the culinary delights created by our highly qualified chefs provide an extensive selection for all taste buds. Seniors meals, half serves, kids bitz and group booking discounts are available. Meals are also available in the Main Sail Bar.
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Cuisine: Modern European
Price: Entree $15.00 to $24.00, Main $30.00 to $38.00, Dessert $10.00 to $15.00
Address: 269 Myers Road Merricks North VIC
It’s no surprise to find Veraison @ Bluestone Lane on The Mornington Peninsula; recognised as one of Australia’s outstanding culinary destinations and fine dining experiences. Nestled in the breathtaking backdrop of Balnarring near Melbourne, Bluestone Winery offers a charming and picturesque setting with a touch of elegance.
The menu may include Smoked Rainbow Trout & Crayfish cannelloni, Saffron veloute, herb essences, cabbage braise.
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Cuisine: Modern Italian/International
Price: Entree $7.00 to $21.00, Main $21.00 to $41.00, Dessert $12.00 to $16.00
Address: 34 Mt Eliza Way Mt Eliza VIC
Breaking the rules of wining & dining is Verde Restaurant & Bar in Mt Eliza; no longer is dining about multiple courses, well it can be if you wish, but if wine & Spanish style Tapas is what you’re after you’ll also find that here. Embracing dietary & seasonal trends is something that Verde prides itself on. Rather than finding a limited number of dishes to choose from Coealic’s have their own menu! You could try a main meal of Orange & rosemary lamb shank with seasonal vegetables on herbed polenta.
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Cuisine: Italian
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $40
Address: 26 Ocean Beach Rd Sorrento VIC
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Cuisine: Afghan
Price: Entree $6.50 to $12.00, Main $20.00 to $26.00, Dessert $5.50 to $8.00
Address: 9-11 Main St Mornington VIC
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