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Ballarat, Bendigo & The Goldfields Restaurants With Vegan Options

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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 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 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 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...
NEM VIET Epsom

NEM VIET Epsom

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Epsom

Authentic Vietnamese Flavours at Nem Viet EpsomTry us today!Discover the vibrant flavours of Vietnam at Nem Viet Epsom. Start with crispy spring rolls, chicken wings or bao buns, then dive into authentic favourites like fresh banh mi, Vietnamese cabbage sal...
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...
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...
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
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 Wed 4:00 PM

Soldiers Hill

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.
Gold Mines Hotel

Gold Mines Hotel

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

Golden Square

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 ...
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...
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...
Le Foyer

Le Foyer

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

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Mr Jones

Mr Jones

Thai   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 PM

Ballarat

12 Chef Hat Award
Nem Viet on Mitchell

Nem Viet on Mitchell

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Bendigo

Authentic Northern and Central Vietnamese cuisine with a focus on freshness, flavour and taste is on the menu at Nem Viet on Mitchell in Bendigo. Marble-topped tables, eclectic wall art and softly ...