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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

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,...
Breakfast & Coffee at ProvincialBegin your day with us!Start your day the right way at Café at Provincial Ballarat with freshly brewed coffee and a menu designed to fuel your morning. From classic breakfast staples to creative seasonal plates, every di...
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....
Discover itinerant Spirits on Lydiard Street in Soldiers Hill – Ballarat’s newest distillery, cocktail bar and restaurant. Step off the train and into a reimagined goods shed where you can chase th...
Nude Food Breakfast Bar

Nude Food Breakfast Bar

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

All Day BreakfastBook Now!Start your day right at Nude Food Breakfast Bar with their delicious All Day Brekkie menu! From classic Eggs on Toast to indulgent Pancakes topped with strawberry cheesecake, there's something for ...
Crooked Kitchen

Crooked Kitchen

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Bendigo

Bendigo’s Only Gluten Free Cafe & Catering100% Gluten FreeDiscover Crooked Kitchen – Bendigo’s only 100% gluten-free café and catering service! Whether you're planning a corporate meeting, special event, or casual catch-up, their delicious, worry-free men...
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...
Gold Mines Hotel

Gold Mines Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Golden Square

Dine in elegant splendour at historic Gold Mines Hotel on Marong Road in Bendigo. Built in 1872 and representing the height of prosperity during the gold rush years, this beautifully restored hotel...
This Week’s Special, Only While Stocks Last! A Must Try!Indulge in our Smoked and Flame-Grilled Barramundi Fillet (200 gram), perfectly cooked in the Josper for a rich, smoky depth of flavor. Served on a silky cauliflower purée with sautéed crispy green...
Black Hill Hotel

Black Hill Hotel

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Ballarat

Parma Night Wednesday$25 ParmasChoose from 10 loaded parmas served with chips & salad for just $25. Available every Wednesday night. Click on more info to book:
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Ballarat

Coffee & Comfort in Every CupYour daily coffee stopAt Mondegreen, every visit begins with the aroma of freshly ground beans and ends with a smile. Our passionate baristas craft coffee that warms the soul, while our menu delivers dishes made to deli...
Borchelli Ristorante

Borchelli Ristorante

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

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...
When it comes the authentic flavours of Indian cuisine, think no further than Dosa Hut on Bridge Mall in Bakery Hill. Serving more than 90 varieties of dosa, this Ballarat restaurant has evolved in...
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...
NEM VIET Epsom

NEM VIET Epsom

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Epsom

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...
Underbar

Underbar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Ballarat

16 Chef Hat Award
Wine Bank on View

Wine Bank on View

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bendigo

Weekly Wine TastingWednesday NightsInterested in learning more about wine? Starting at 5.30 pm most Wednesdays, Wine Bank offers the opportunity for the public and members, to enjoy tasting a wide selection of wines from a large ran...
Fox & Giraffe

Fox & Giraffe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

A love of food, coffee, friends and family come together to create Fox & Giraffe on Bridge Street in Bendigo. This happy little café, situated just a short stroll from the lake, is an ideal spot fo...