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Trivia Nights At The VineBook Your Table NowThink you’ve got what it takes to be the trivia champ? Join us every Wednesday from 7:30pm at the Golden Vine Hotel for a night of laughs, drinks, and brain-teasing fun. Gather your mates, grab a m...
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

14 Chef Hat Award
A Night with Flynns Wines at Alium Dining 27th NovemberJoin us for an unforgettable evening of bold flavours and fine wines as Alium Dining and Flynns Wines Heathcote unite for a one-night-only degustation dinner with paired wines. This exclusive event...
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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

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,...
Cafe at Provincial Ballarat

Cafe at Provincial Ballarat

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 8:00 AM

Ballarat

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...
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. ...
Seasonal Mains at Five FlagsDiscover your new favouriAt Five Flags Hotel, our mains are crafted to please every appetite, from pub classics to refined plates. Tuck into chicken schnitzel, a smoky chicken parmigiana, or the Angus beef burger stacked w...
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....
The B-Town Eatery

The B-Town Eatery

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:00 AM

Ballarat

Located on Sturt Street in Ballarat, The B-Town Eatery is a modern, welcoming spot that celebrates hearty comfort food and local flavour. With its relaxed atmosphere and contemporary styling, it’s ...
Nude Food Breakfast Bar

Nude Food Breakfast Bar

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:00 AM

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 ...
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...
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...
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...
Crooked Kitchen

Crooked Kitchen

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
Friday Happy HourCheers to Happy Hour!Start your weekend right with Happy Hour at Black Hill Hotel Ballarat. Every Friday from 5pm–7:30pm, enjoy great value drinks in the bar and soak up the friendly, laid-back atmosphere. Whether it’s...
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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   $$$$$   Open Now

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 Fri 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...