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Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula Restaurants With Private Dining

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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

New Summer Menu LaunchedCome and try it today!Our new summer menu has officially landed! Fresh, vibrant and made for long, lazy days by the harbour, our latest menu is all about bold flavours, seasonal produce and beautifully balanced dishes....
Gnocchi MasterclassFriday 27 February 2026Back by Popular Demand! Make & enjoy your own Gnocchi paired with a 3 course menu and Jack Rabbit Wines. $95 per person. BOOK NOW
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Steak"
Parkers Steakhouse Geelong

Parkers Steakhouse Geelong

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Geelong

The Ultimate Steak ExperienceBook now!If you love a great steak, Parkers Steakhouse is calling. From eye fillet and porterhouse to wagyu and Angus cuts, every steak is flavoured with Parkers’ signature baste, grilled to perfection and ...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Italian"
Centra Hotel

Centra Hotel

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong

Fronting Yarra Street with easy confidence is Geelong’s Centra Hotel, an all-in-one dining destination for Italian-style cuisine. Bedecked in elements resonating with a modern public drinking house...
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...
Valentine's Day at MAVSCelebrate the Greek wayEnjoy our regular menu you already love, plus a few special dishes made for the night. Think generous plates, bold flavours, clinking glasses and zero pressure to choose “the romantic option” (beca...
The Q Train

The Q Train

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

Drysdale

Summer 2026Launching 2026The Q Train's Summer menu is being served on board from January 8th.
Happy HourWednesday - SaturdayShake things up at happy hour at Tommy Gunns Barwon Heads. Drop in Wednesday–Thursday from 5–6pm or Friday–Saturday from 4–6pm and enjoy $7 beers, $8 wines and $18 cocktails in a relaxed, lively at...
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...
Felix

Felix

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Geelong

12 Chef Hat Award
Two Noble

Two Noble

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Newtown

12 Chef Hat Award
Alma

Alma

South American   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong

13 Chef Hat Award
In the heart of Geelong, Alma restaurant offers a vibrant taste of South America, inviting food lovers to indulge in its culinary delights. The warm, welcoming atmosphere complements the exquisite ...
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...
PikNik

PikNik

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:00 AM

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...
Pharaoh's Bistro

Pharaoh's Bistro

International   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Geelong

Cafe Zoo

Cafe Zoo

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:30 AM

Drysdale

Bistrot Plume

Bistrot Plume

French   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Geelong

Located in the heart of Geelong, Bistrot Plume offers a delightful escape into the world of French cuisine, where culinary artistry meets a warm, inviting atmosphere. The restaurant boasts a chic y...
The Barwon Heads Hotel Bistro, located in the charming coastal suburb of Barwon Heads, offers a delightful culinary escape in the picturesque Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula region. This inviting b...
Murphys Geelong Restaurant & Bar, located in the vibrant suburb of Geelong West, offers a welcoming atmosphere that combines comfort with a local pub feel. Renowned for its hearty pub food, patrons...