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Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula Modern Australian Restaurants

Meredith Hotel

Meredith Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Meredith

Experience great old-fashioned hospitality and quality pub fare with flair at the Meredith Hotel on Staughton Street in Meredith. Chat with locals in the public bar while sipping local beer and win...
360Q

360Q

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

Queenscliff

Carols on the Harbour at 360Q3-course Dinner + BandGet into the holiday spirit at 360Q with our annual festive dinner and music extravaganza! Enjoy live entertainment from The Escarpments, a three-course Christmas feast with prawns, roast turkey an...
New Years Eve at Tommy GunnsOysters & ChampagneCelebrate New Years Eve at Tommy Gunns! Kick things off with a half-dozen oysters and a glass of champagne. Offer available one day only, 31st December from 12pm. Bookings essential.
Banno Bites

Banno Bites

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

Bannockburn

Situated on Holder Road in Bannockburn, Banno Bites is a welcoming café that captures the heart of country hospitality with a fresh, modern twist. Bright and inviting, it’s the go-to spot for local...
The Q Train

The Q Train

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:30 PM

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...
Shelter Shed

Shelter Shed

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

Queenscliff

Happy Hour!Weds-Sun 4 pm-6 pm!HAPPY HOUR, every day we're open! Join us Wednesday to Sunday from 4 pm to 6 pm and wind down the right way: Schooners – $8, House wine – $8, Aperol Spritz – $12. The drinks are cold. The vibes? Im...
Belmont Hotel (Geelong)

Belmont Hotel (Geelong)

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Belmont

Long a favourite watering hole for locals, the Belmont Hotel on High Street in Belmont is also one of Geelong’s top function venues. Taking inspiration from the original 1920s décor, think glamorou...
Tempo Kitchen & Bar

Tempo Kitchen & Bar

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

Geelong

Monday Steak Night$32 SpecialWeekly Steak Night has begun at Tempo! Every Monday night we will have a feature 200 g steak available for $32. Our feature steak will be served with fries and salad and your choice of truffle butt...
Sailors Rest Restaurant and Bar, located in the heart of Geelong, offers a delightful dining experience with stunning views of the local waterfront. This modern Australian eatery excels in creating...
The Yardz

The Yardz

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:30 AM

Geelong

Located in the vibrant suburb of Geelong, The Yardz offers a unique dining experience in the heart of the Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula region. This modern Australian restaurant boasts a relaxed ye...
Petrel Hotel

Petrel Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Geelong West

Vue Grand

Vue Grand

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Queenscliff

Built in 1881 right in the heart of Queenscliff, the Vue Grand is a stunning boutique hotel with all the grandeur, making for a truly spectacular experience. The Grand Dining Room is a breathtaking...
Geelong RSL

Geelong RSL

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Belmont

Outstanding value, meals and service are on the menu at the Geelong RSL bistro on Barwon Heads Road in Belmont. From a simple parmy with a couple of mates through to gourmet Porterhouse and Scotch ...
Founders & Co

Founders & Co

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Lara

The Shell Club

The Shell Club

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Geelong

For bistro style fare in a relaxed setting, head to the Ocean Grove Hotel Bistro located on the Bellarine Peninsula. Set kids to play on the much-loved in ground trampolines and enjoy a glass of wi...
No.42

No.42

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

Geelong

In the heart of Geelong, No.42 stands out as a premier destination for those seeking a taste of modern Australian cuisine. The restaurant's inviting atmosphere is reflected in its chic interior, wh...
The Elephant & Castle stands as a charming beacon in the heart of Geelong, Victoria, inviting food lovers to savour its modern Australian cuisine. This restaurant boasts a warm and inviting atmosph...