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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
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...
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

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

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
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 Fri 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 ...
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
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...
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...
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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...
Julie-Anna Restaurant

Julie-Anna Restaurant

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

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...
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. ...
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...
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   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
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...
Underbar

Underbar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:00 PM

Ballarat

16 Chef Hat Award
Underbar is a distinguished modern Australian restaurant located in the heart of Ballarat, Victoria. Its inviting atmosphere combines contemporary design with a touch of rustic charm, making it the...
Le Foyer

Le Foyer

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Mr Jones

Mr Jones

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Ballarat

12 Chef Hat Award
In the heart of Ballarat, Mr Jones stands out as a vibrant dining destination showcasing the best of Thai cuisine. The restaurant's welcoming atmosphere is enriched by contemporary decor that refle...
Chauncy

Chauncy

French   $$$$$   Opens Fri 12:30 PM

Heathcote

15 Chef Hat Award