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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 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...
Food O’Clock FavouritesTaste the real thing!From crisp papadum and homemade samosas to rich butter chicken with garlic naan and saffron rice, Food O Clock Indian Restaurant & Cafe serves the dishes everyone comes back for. Warm, comforting a...
Cornerstone Cafe

Cornerstone Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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 ...
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...
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...
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...
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 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 2:00 PM

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 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...
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...
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 Tue 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...
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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Nem Viet on Mitchell

Nem Viet on Mitchell

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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 ...