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Ballarat, Bendigo & The Goldfields Restaurants With Onsite Parking

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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. ...
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...
Gold Mines Hotel

Gold Mines Hotel

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

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...
Established in 1864 and serving generations of Ballarat locals, Black Hill Hotel on Peel Street North is your friendly, neighbourhood bar and bistro. Family-owned and operated with a focus on an au...
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 8:00 AM

Ballarat

Located just a block from stunning Lake Wendouree, Mondegreen Café on Burnbank Street in Ballarat, is a haven for food enthusiasts, caffeine aficionados and those seeking a cosy retreat from the da...
Spring Gully General Store

Spring Gully General Store

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:00 AM

Bendigo

The Wildseed Cafe

The Wildseed Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 8:00 AM

Wendouree

Ballarat foodies seeking modern Aussie breakfast fare head to The Wildseed Café on the corner of Norman and Gilles Streets. Nestled in Stockland Wendouree Shopping Centre, this bright and spacious ...
A Bendigo tradition since 1877, the Golden Vine Hotel on King Street is a much-loved local music venue along with dishing up a fabulous menu of pub classics, gluten-free and vegan choices. Nestled ...
The McIvor

The McIvor

Pub Food   $$$$$   Open Now

Kennington

The Farmers Arms Hotel in Creswick is a charming gem located in the picturesque Goldfields region of Victoria. This modern Australian restaurant impresses visitors with its inviting ambience, featu...
Carboni's Italian Kitchen

Carboni's Italian Kitchen

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Ballarat

Situated in the heart of Ballarat, Carboni's Italian Kitchen offers a delightful culinary experience that transports guests straight to Italy. With its warm, inviting ambience, the restaurant featu...
Das Kaffeehaus

Das Kaffeehaus

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 8:00 AM

Castlemaine

Find a little slice of Vienna in Castlemaine at Das Kaffeehaus on Walker Street. This Viennese coffee house, the face of small-batch roaster Coffee Basics, is where Central Victorian industrial mee...
Bendigo locals whet their whistle and chow down on pub fare with flair at One Tree Hotel on Spring Gully Road. This refurbished bistro sets a cosy atmosphere with a roaring open fire to beat Winter...
The Western Hotel in Ballarat offers a vibrant dining experience, inviting locals and visitors alike to indulge in modern Australian cuisine. Set in a charming building with a relaxed yet stylish a...
The Rusty Spud

The Rusty Spud

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Ballarat

In the heart of Ballarat, The Rusty Spud stands out as a vibrant café that celebrates comfort food with a creative twist. With its rustic decor and welcoming atmosphere, patrons can unwind in a war...
Old Green Bean

Old Green Bean

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:30 AM

Bendigo

Finding popularity among Bendigo locals, pay a visit to Old Green Bean coffee shop and café on Lyttleton Terrace, for a bite to eat and an aromatic coffee. An ideal place for guests of all ages, th...
In the heart of Ballarat, Cattle Yards Inn stands out as a premier bistro, inviting diners with its charming ambiance and hearty offerings. This inviting restaurant is renowned for its signature di...
OMG BBQ

OMG BBQ

American   $$$$$   Open Now

Kangaroo Flat