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Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

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Situated on Pakington Street in Geelong, Tulip Restaurant is a polished yet relaxed dining destination that brings modern Australian cuisine to life. Designed for everything from intimate dinners t...
Willow Tree Cafe

Willow Tree Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 7:00 AM

Queenscliff

New Winter Menu has dropped!Available nowOur delicious new winter menu has just landed at Beach House, with crew favourites such as Guinness & Beef Pot Pie, Roasted Cauliflower Steak with Romesco, Winter Mex Bowl, Chicken Katsu Bowl and P...
We're open for events and functions Host your event with us!Celebrate at Shelter Shed — the perfect setting for weddings, parties and private gatherings, with flexible spaces and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Contact us for more details!
Ziggy + Kit

Ziggy + Kit

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 6:30 AM

Queenscliff

A relaxed coastal gem on Hesse Street in Queenscliff, Ziggy + Kit blends great coffee, simple eats and curated retail into one inviting space. Start your day with expertly brewed coffee, pair it wi...
Tempo Kitchen & Bar

Tempo Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 7:00 AM

Geelong

Tempo Bottomless!$59 for 2 Hours Enjoy the ultimate cocktail experience at Tempo Kitchen & Bar - Tempo Bottomless! For just $59 per person, enjoy 2 hours of endless cocktails, house beer and wine – any day, any time. Whether you'r...
360Q

360Q

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 8:30 AM

Queenscliff

Mates Rates returns!Entree + main just $50!From Monday 4 May, enjoy two courses for $50 from our amazing Mates Rates menu — think calamari, croquettes or soup to start, followed by mains such as snapper, curry, gnocchi and more. Available ...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Italian"
Centra Hotel

Centra Hotel

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong

Rustic Italian flavours meet modern pub energy on Yarra Street in Geelong at Centra Hotel. This contemporary corner venue blends historic character with warm timber, exposed brick and inviting dini...
Situated on Moorabool Street in Geelong, Blue Lotus Restaurant & Cafe is a go-to destination for authentic Vietnamese cuisine made with care and tradition. This welcoming eatery showcases the vibra...
Mano Deli

Mano Deli

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 8:00 AM

Manifold Heights

Delivering the tastiest toasties and sangas in Geelong, head to Mano Deli on Shannon Avenue in Manifold Heights to appease ravenous all-day hunger. This local deli, café, wine and craft beer mercha...
For the ultimate expression of what a combination of Modern Australian cuisine and artistic ambience should be, head to Rustic Ram Café Bar & Restaurant on Wallace Street in Meredith. Strip back th...
Mavs Greek Restaurant

Mavs Greek Restaurant

Greek   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Geelong

3-Course Weekdays Lunch Special3 Courses for $27 ONLYChoose your Entree, Main and Dessert from our special menu and enjoy the Greek hospitality at it's best for $27 ONLY. Valid on weekdays lunch.
Armstrong Barbecue

Armstrong Barbecue

American   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Mount Duneed

HAPPY HOUR3-5pm Saturday & SundayWeekend Happy Hour
New Dish to ExperienceBook Now Slow roasted lamb shoulder, parsnip, salsa verde, lamb jus. Tender, full of flavour and made for cooler nights.
El Santo Geelong

El Santo Geelong

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Geelong

Touted as the best Mexican north of the border, El Santo Geelong on Ryrie Street is the Mexican laneway you've been looking for. A brightly coloured interior paired with vibrant tunes and the watch...
The Pantry at Bellevue

The Pantry at Bellevue

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 8:00 AM

Geelong West

The Pantry at Bellevue on Pakington Street in Geelong West is a haven of warmth and charm, where modern style meets homely comfort. Sunlight filters through wide windows, spilling across rustic woo...
Cafe Go

Cafe Go

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 8:00 AM

Geelong

Located on Bellerine Street, Cafe Go is a true Geelong institution — a beloved café that has been welcoming guests through its doors for over 38 years. Step inside and escape into a stunning oasis ...
PikNik

PikNik

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Swan Bay

Starting out as a market stall selling produce that had been ‘picked and nicked’ from local farms, PikNik on Queenscliff Road in Swan Bay is now a well-loved dining destination for locals and visit...
Immerse yourself in flavoursome food, great music and a textured environment at Geelong’s happy place, Café Palat on Apparel Close in Breakwater. Not only is there a unique menu with authentic and ...
Cafe Zoo

Cafe Zoo

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 7:30 AM

Drysdale