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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...
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...
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 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...
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 ...
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 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...
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...
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...
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 Tue 5:00 PM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
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Brewhouse Coffee Roasters

Brewhouse Coffee Roasters

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Bendigo

Those seeking specialty coffee and creative café fare in a trendy, airy space in Bendigo head down Hargreaves Street to find Brewhouse Coffee Roasters. This casual café sets the scene for lingering...
Madame Jude

Madame Jude

American   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 AM

Golden Square

Convenience meets delectable flavours at Madame Jude on High Street in Golden Square. Indulge in a symphony of options from dine-in experiences to swift takeaways at this Melbourne café, where the ...
Don's Kitchen

Don's Kitchen

Malaysian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Ballarat

Serving authentic Malaysian cuisine from recipes handed down from the family kitchen, discerning Ballarat foodies stop by Don’s Kitchen on Heinz Lane for fare with flair. Located in Midlands Golf C...
Table 48

Table 48

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Bakery Hill

Housed in one of Ballarat's oldest buildings dating back to 1859, Table 48 on Humffray Street North in Bakery Hill is a true local institution where history, warmth and exceptional food come togeth...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Indian"
Sargun Indian Tandoori

Sargun Indian Tandoori

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Bendigo

Experience the spice of life at Sargun Indian Tandoori restaurant on Pall Mall in Bendigo. This upstairs establishment presents a vibrant vibe with red-clothed tables set with white napkins, tradit...