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Alium Dining

Alium Dining

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

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Five-course wine dinner celebrating Pook Road VineyardThursday 28 May 2026Join us at Alium Dining for an exclusive wine dinner in collaboration with Pook Road Vineyard. On Thursday 23 April 2026, we invite you to settle in for an evening that celebrates bold wines and th...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:45 AM

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...
Cornerstone Cafe

Cornerstone Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 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 at 12:00 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 at 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...
Julie-Anna Restaurant

Julie-Anna Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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 ...
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Lake Wendouree

Just a block from the shores of Lake Wendouree on Burnbank Street, Mondegreen Cafe is a cosy haven for coffee lovers and brunch enthusiasts. Step inside and breathe in the aroma of freshly brewed c...
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...
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bendigo

Refreshments Worth SavouringRefresh & Pair PerfectlyQuench your thirst with our thoughtfully curated drinks menu at Malayan Orchid. Complement your bold Malaysian and Asian fusion dishes with refreshing soft drinks, classic teas and coffees or a sel...
Braidie's Tavern

Braidie's Tavern

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Itinerant Spirits

Itinerant Spirits

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

Soldiers Hill

Itinerant Spirits Cocktail Making ClassSaturdays at 3pmWith the guidance of one of our experienced mixologists, using our own Gallivanter Gin & Vansetter Vodka and a range of fresh ingredients, you'll get to create 2x cocktails (shaken and stirred) ent...
Lola at The Provincial Hotel is a love letter to refined indulgence in the heart of Ballarat. Nestled along historic Lydiard Street North, this intimate dining destination exudes old-world charm wr...
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 at 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...
Gold Mines Hotel

Gold Mines Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

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...
Le Foyer

Le Foyer

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

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Underbar

Underbar

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

Ballarat

16 Chef Hat Award
Mr Jones

Mr Jones

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Ballarat

12 Chef Hat Award
Chauncy

Chauncy

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:30 PM

Heathcote

15 Chef Hat Award