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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Follow the aroma of delicious smokiness to The Woodhouse Bar and Grill on Williamson Street in Bendigo. This steakhouse and red gum grill is a local favourite presenting a rustic dining experience,...
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Combining the goodness of food with the love of meeting and serving great people, those seeking inspired fare in Bendigo head along View Point to find Alium Dining. Set in the former Royal Bank, th...
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2026Lion Dances & FeastCelebrate the Year of the Horse with us at Malayan Orchid! Join our traditional Chinese banquet featuring auspicious dishes, signature cocktails, lion dances, and firecrackers from the Bendigo Chin...
Borchelli Ristorante

Borchelli Ristorante

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

The brick-laden shopfront of Borchelli Ristorante on Mitchell Street effortlessly reflects the Victorian-era boomtown characteristic of Bendigo. Checked red and white tablecloths, friendly hospital...
Siuated on Duke Street in Castlemaine, The Albion Castlemaine is a revitalised local where classic pub culture meets contemporary flair. Home to the newly opened Albion Kitchen, the menu reimagines...
Find all your favourite Vietnamese street food dishes on the menu at NEM VIET on Midland Highway in Epsom. Step into a bright and breezy vibe of floor-to-ceiling glass windows, distressed timber co...
Braidie’s Tavern on Wellington Street in Strathfieldsaye is a welcoming hub where locals and visitors come together to relax, dine and unwind. Set in a modern, peaceful space, the tavern blends eas...
Itinerant Spirits Distillery Tour & TastingWeekends from 1pmVenture behind the curtain of Ballarat’s biggest working distillery and watch raw Western Victorian bounty transform into gin, vodka, and whiskey. The sessions run on Saturdays & Sundays from 1pm. ...
Cornerstone Cafe

Cornerstone Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sat 8:00 AM

Ballarat

Cornerstone Café on South Street, Ballarat Central sits snugly within a charming vintage brick building, offering a warm and cosy escape from the bustle. Celebrating fresh, locally sourced ingredie...
The B-Town Eatery

The B-Town Eatery

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sat 7:00 AM

Ballarat

Located on Sturt Street in Ballarat, The B-Town Eatery is a modern, welcoming spot that celebrates hearty comfort food and local flavour. With its relaxed atmosphere and contemporary styling, it’s ...
Valentines Day Saturday 14th FebruaryCelebrate love this Valentine’s Day at The Gold Mines Hotel. Enjoy a romantic lunch or evening meal inside the enclosed courtyard, historical dining room or in the ambient lit garden. A date full ...
Dine with Lola – Seasonal & StylishSavour the season at LolaAt Lola, we celebrate European-inspired dining shaped by the finest seasonal produce from our region. Our 55-seat dining room pairs elegance with comfort, offering a refined yet relaxed experience....
For the best pho in Bendigo head to Nem Vietnamese Street Food on Condon Street in Kennington. This authentic restaurant exudes a warm and welcoming vibe ideal for family gatherings or catchups wit...
Bendigo locals and visitors eat, drink and gather at The Social Bar & Eating House on Pall Mall. Sip a cocktail alfresco and people watch in the buzzing centre of town, or perch on a stool at the b...
Cafe at Provincial Ballarat

Cafe at Provincial Ballarat

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sat 8:00 AM

Ballarat

Nestled along Ballarat’s iconic Sturt Street, Café at Provincial Ballarat offers a warm embrace from the moment you step inside. The heritage surrounds of the Provincial Hotel set the scene, blendi...
Crooked Kitchen

Crooked Kitchen

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sat 9:00 PM

Bendigo

Wholesome healthy fare with flair is what you'll discover at Crooked Kitchen on Lyttleton Terrace in Bendigo. This gluten-free café was created with a vision to catering to common and uncommon food...
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sat 8:00 AM

Ballarat

Valentine's Dinner at Mondegreen Cafe Valentine's Pasta Pop-UpThis Valentine’s Day, we’ve created a thoughtfully curated dining experience made for sharing. Start with our freshly baked focaccia, followed by your choice of pasta. Desserts and cocktails are av...
Delicious DosasNaturally gluten freeAt Dosa Hut Ballarat, discover the magic of authentic South Indian dosas. Light, crisp and golden, our dosas are crafted from fermented rice and lentil batter, delivering incredible flavour and tex...
Established in 1864 and serving generations of Ballarat locals, Black Hill Hotel on Peel Street North is your friendly, neighbourhood bar and bistro. Family-owned and operated with a focus on an au...