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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 ...
Mother's Day High TeaMother's Day Celebrate Mum with our much-loved Mother’s Day High Tea, a beautifully curated experience designed to make the day feel extra special. Enjoy a selection of house-made cakes, slices and pastries,...
Bringing a spark of excitement to Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, The Western Hotel is a lively venue where good times and great energy come naturally. With its all-singing, all-dancing spirit, it ...
Black Hill Hotel

Black Hill Hotel

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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...
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

Itinerant Spirits

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Soldiers Hill

Mother's Day at Itinerant SpiritsFREE Drink for Mum!Celebrate Mother’s Day at Itinerant Spirits! All Mum's will get a complimentary Galivanter Gin or Vansetter Vodka mixer on arrival, alongside a selection of Mother’s Day cocktail specials. You c...
Mothers Day Specials by Lola!Three course Experience!Celebrate Mum in style at Lola Ballarat. Indulge in a thoughtfully curated menu, crafted with love and local flair. An elegant dining experience designed to make her day unforgettable.
Gold Mines Hotel

Gold Mines Hotel

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

Golden Square

Mother's Day Sunday 10th MayNo set menus Mothers DayBook your table now in our gorgeous historic building or in our 1 acre Beer Garden- voted in the top 10 of Victoria! No Set Menus, so Mum can order exactly what she would love. High quality local ...
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...
Crooked Kitchen

Crooked Kitchen

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Mr Jones

Mr Jones

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Ballarat

12 Chef Hat Award
Babae

Babae

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:00 PM

Ballarat

14 Chef Hat Award
Espresso Depot

Espresso Depot

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Buninyong

Situated in the quaint village of Buninyong, enter a laughter-filled café with a warm and inviting vibe to refuel and recharge at Espresso Depot on Learmonth Street. Sit alfresco under market umbre...
Those seeking specialty coffee and creative café fare in a trendy, airy space in Bendigo head down Hargreaves Street to find Brewhouse Coffee Roasters. This casual café sets the scene for lingering...
Convenience meets delectable flavours at Madame Jude on High Street in Golden Square. Indulge in a symphony of options from dine-in experiences to swift takeaways at this Melbourne café, where the ...
Swiss Mountain Hotel

Swiss Mountain Hotel

Pub Food   $$$$$   Open Now

Blampied

If you’re travelling between Ballarat and Daylesford, be sure to stop by at the Swiss Mountain Hotel in the historic town of Blampied. Established in 1865, the beautiful weather board establishment...