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Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula Restaurants Serving Lunch

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Chef’s Tasting Dinner ExperiencePlates & WineJoin us at Tulip for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30pm in Geelong West. Enjoy a relaxed, contemporary dining experience featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from wine and sn...
Ket Baker

Ket Baker

Bakery   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Wallington

Artisan Sourdough & Handcrafted PastriesLoved by LocalsAt Ket Baker, we’re an artisan sourdough bakery with a big heart nestled among the gum trees of the Bellarine Peninsula and now in Belmont. Every loaf, croissant and pastry is slow-made by hand, ou...
Authentic Vietnamese in GeelongFresh Flavours, Every DayStep into Blue Lotus for authentic Vietnamese flavours in the heart of Geelong. From steaming bowls of pho to fresh spring rolls, grilled meats, and vegetarian-friendly dishes, every bite is made t...
HAPPY HOUR4pm-6pm, EVERY FRIDAY!Kick off your weekend with our weekly HAPPY HOUR! From 4pm-6pm every Friday, enjoy $8 select schooners & $8 house wines. Excludes public holidays.
360Q

360Q

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 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 ...
Ziggy + Kit

Ziggy + Kit

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

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 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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Italian"
Centra Hotel

Centra Hotel

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 PM

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...
Mano Deli

Mano Deli

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30 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...
Franca's Ristorante

Franca's Ristorante

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong

Situated on The Esplanade in Geelong, Franca’s Ristorante is an Italian-inspired haven where fresh pasta, handcrafted pizza and regional classics are made with care. Soft terracotta tones and a rel...
Jai Thai

Jai Thai

Thai   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Lara

At The Centreway in Lara, Jai Thai brings the vibrant flavours of Thailand and broader Asian cuisine to the local community. Warm and welcoming, the restaurant offers a menu filled with classic fav...
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 at 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.
HAPPY HOUR3-5pm Saturday & SundayWeekend Happy Hour
CS Wine Co & Tommy Gunns Wine DinnerWednesday 27th May, join us at Tommy Gunns for a special evening with CS Wine Co. Enjoy an intimate four-course dinner paired with five wines - $130pp | limited seats. Winemaker Charlie Swan ...
The Q Train

The Q Train

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Drysdale

The Q Train on Station Street in Drysdale is a standout experience - a fine dining restaurant aboard a restored heritage train that journeys along the Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queensc...
El Santo Geelong

El Santo Geelong

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 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...
Felix
12 Chef Hat Award
Emerge

Emerge

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Geelong

12 Chef Hat Award