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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Bendigo

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The Woodhouse ExperienceFrom $155ppIndulge in The Woodhouse Experience – an eight-course sharing menu designed for serious food lovers. From freshly shucked Tasmanian oysters and woodfired king prawns to Sher Wagyu tartare, wagyu sk...
Chef's Tasting Menu$110 per personDiscover Alium Dining’s Chef’s Tasting Menu and let the kitchen take you on a culinary journey for $110 pp (minimum two guests). Enjoy around eight beautifully crafted dishes across four courses, d...
Halo-Halo HappinessLayered with LoveAt Soul Food Cuisine, our halo-halo is a Filipino-style shaved ice dessert layered with sweetened beans, fresh fruits, and jellies, then topped with creamy milk, Leche flan, purple yam jam, and pur...
Cornerstone Cafe

Cornerstone Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:30 AM

Ballarat

From Espresso to IndulgencePause, Sip, DelightJoin us at Cornerstone Cafe for our Mont Blanc coffee break a sweet twist on your regular cuppa featuring a rich, indulgent Mont Blanc-style coffee. It’s the perfect mid-day treat with friends or ...
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...
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 8:00 AM

Lake Wendouree

All-Day Brunch At Mondegreen CafeTry us today!Mondegreen Cafe is your go-to for relaxed all-day dining from 8am to 2pm, serving breakfast and brunch favourites done right. Think eggs Benedict, big breakfast plates, smashed avocado, smoked salm...
Julie-Anna Restaurant

Julie-Anna Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 7:00 AM

Bendigo

Love Your Local: Complimentary Beer, Wine or Soft DrinkMarch OnlyMake your March dinners even better with a little something on the house. Enjoy a complimentary beer, wine or soft drink with any main meal when you book online and dine with us for dinner. It’s th...
Black Hill Hotel

Black Hill Hotel

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens Tue 4:00 PM

Ballarat

Situated on Peel Street North in Black Hill, the historic Black Hill Hotel has been welcoming Ballarat locals since 1864. This much-loved neighbourhood bar and bistro blends heritage charm with a w...
Borchelli Ristorante

Borchelli Ristorante

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:00 AM

Bendigo

Mitchell Street in Bendigo is home to Borchelli Ristorante, a charming Italian eatery brimming with warmth and old-world character. Inside, red walls and classic chequered tablecloths set the scene...
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Bendigo

Authentic Asian Fusion EatsTaste Asia With UsWe serve vibrant modern Asian fusion cuisine that artfully blends Malaysian and Chinese cookery with contemporary influences. Since 1993, we’ve crafted dishes using fresh seasonal ingredients and t...
NEM VIET Epsom

NEM VIET Epsom

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:00 AM

Epsom

Authentic Vietnamese Flavours at Nem Viet EpsomTry us today!Discover the vibrant flavours of Vietnam at Nem Viet Epsom. Start with crispy spring rolls, chicken wings or bao buns, then dive into authentic favourites like fresh banh mi, Vietnamese cabbage sal...
To fulfil cravings for the tantalising spices of Indian cuisine when in Bendigo, join locals heading to Food O’Clock Cafe & Indian Restaurant on Mollison Street. Diners are welcomed inside and invi...
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...
Braidie's Tavern

Braidie's Tavern

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:00 AM

Strathfieldsaye

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...
A Western Victorian Campfire TaleMFWF comes to Ballarat!Gather around the coals for an unforgettable night of fire, flavour and storytelling. Chef Alejandro Saravia (Victoria x Farmer’s Daughters) teams up with Itinerant Spirits for four flame-kissed co...
Lola Express Lunch Savor each dish at Lola!À la Carte - Savour each dish at your own pace, choosing freely from our seasonal offerings. ? 2 Course ($69 pp) - Two seasonal courses paired with your choice of house wine, beer, or a curated n...
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...
The Social Bar & Eating House
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 Tue 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 Tue 8:00 AM

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...