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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...
360Q

360Q

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Queenscliff

Good Friday Seafood SpecialsAvailable from 11.30am!Available alongside our full menu — fresh, flavour-packed and made for a long seafood lunch that turns into sunset. Entrées: Crab & Brie Tart with Lechuga Salad (GF) + Tempura Prawns with Homemad...
Ket Baker

Ket Baker

Bakery   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
The Classic ComboLunch Made EasyCraving a classic? Enjoy our delicious burgers paired with golden, crispy chips perfect for lunch or a quick bite. Eat in and relax, or grab your meal to takeaway if you’re on the go. Friendly serv...
Tempo on Tiers - High TeaEvery day, 12pm & 2.30pmIndulge in a modern, coastal-inspired high tea at Tempo Kitchen & Bar, launching 28 February on the Geelong Waterfront. Enjoy a three-tier stand of savoury and sweet delights, welcome bubbles on ar...
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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Italian"
Centra Hotel

Centra Hotel

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong

Live Music FridaysFrom 5.30pmKick off your weekend at Centra Hotel Geelong with live music, great food, and cocktails flowing. Settle in, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy talented local musicians bringing the soundtrack to yo...
In the heart of Barwon Heads on Hitchcock Ave, Beach House Barwon Heads transforms a heritage former fire station into a relaxed coastal dining spot celebrating good food and easy living. Designed ...
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...
Jai Thai

Jai Thai

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Lara

Authentic Thai Soups & CurriesOrder now!Explore the flavours of Thailand at Jai Thai! Enjoy Tom Yum and Tom Kha soups, rich with herbs, lemongrass, and fresh vegetables. Savour classic curries including Green, Red, Panang, Massaman, Yell...
Shelter Shed
Good Friday Seafood SpecialsAvailable from 11.30am!Fresh, flavour-packed seafood takes centre stage this Good Friday at Shelter Shed. Start with salmon tartare ($22), then dive into a rich Brazilian seafood curry loaded with prawns, scallops, cala...
Hot Cross Bun Season is HereFresh from the OvenSweet, spiced, and perfect for the season our hot cross buns are fresh from the oven and ready to enjoy! Grab them with your morning coffee, as a snack, or share with family and friends. Soft, fluf...
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...
Easter Long WeekendTommy Gunns Barwon HeadsMake the most of the long weekend at Tommy Gunns this Easter. Join us for food and drink specials in a lively setting. We’re also open Easter Sunday for a relaxed long lunch, with Happy Hour fro...
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...
Those seeking authentic Greek fare with flair in Geelong head down Little Malop Street to find Mavs Greek Restaurant. Named after the owner's family name, Mavromoustakos, which means ‘black moustac...
$5 Taco Tuesday$5 Tacos (and more)Taco Tuesday Returns to Geelong ?? Join El Santo Mexican this April as Taco Tuesday makes its comeback, kicking off on 31 March (Taco Day). Enjoy some of the best taco deals in Geelong, inclu...
Armstrong Barbecue

Armstrong Barbecue

American   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Mount Duneed

HAPPY HOUR3-5pm Saturday & SundayWeekend Happy Hour
The Q Train

The Q Train

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Felix

Felix

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong

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