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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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 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...
Julie-Anna Restaurant

Julie-Anna Restaurant

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

Bendigo

Julie-Anna Restaurant stands proudly in the heart of Bendigo, offering a unique dining experience that reflects the rich culinary diversity of the region. With its elegant setting characterised by ...
Spice up your day at Dosa Hut Ballarat, located in Bridge Mall, Bakery Hill, where authentic Indian cuisine takes centre stage. This bustling restaurant brings the vibrant flavours of South India t...
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...
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.
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   $$$$$   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...
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 ...
Le Foyer

Le Foyer

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

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
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