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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
Four Hats of Bendigo Guided TourProgressive Fine DiningAt The Woodhouse Bar & Grill, fire and flavour take centre stage. As one of four chef-hat venues on the Four Hats of Bendigo tour, we offer a luxe wood-fired steakhouse experience with dry-aged wag...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Bendigo

Malayan Orchid on View Street, Bendigo ushers in a new era of modern Asian fusion, blending Malaysian and Chinese traditions with contemporary flair. Since 1993, this vibrant restaurant has celebra...
Cornerstone Café on South Street, Ballarat Central sits snugly within a charming vintage brick building, offering a warm and cosy escape from the bustle. Celebrating fresh, locally sourced ingredie...
Itinerant Spirits

Itinerant Spirits

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Soldiers Hill

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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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...
Le Foyer

Le Foyer

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

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Mr Jones

Mr Jones

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 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 ...