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Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula Restaurants With Bar

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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...
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.
Mother's Day at TempoSunday 10 May 2026Celebrate Mum with a beautiful dining experience at Tempo Kitchen & Bar on the Geelong Waterfront! Tempo will be featuring our special Mother's Day Buffet Breakfast & Buffet Lunch with all your buf...
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...
360Q

360Q

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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

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...
Jai Thai

Jai Thai

Thai   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Franca's Ristorante

Franca's Ristorante

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong

La festa della MammaMother's Day at Franca'sCelebrate Mother’s Day with a lovingly prepared lunch at Franca’s Restaurant. Enjoy a menu inspired by traditional Italian dishes, crafted to bring warmth, comfort and flavour to your table.
Mother's Day Spoil Mum!Mother’s Day is just around the corner - spoil Mum at Tommy Gunns. Join us Sat 9th May 12-late & Sun 10th May 12-4pm for a relaxed long lunch, with food and cocktail specials all weekend. Special...
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...
MOTHER'S DAY AT VIC BEST GREEK RESTAURANTGreek Feast for MUMCelebrate Mother's Day at Mavs Greek Restaurant with a feast that highlights the finest chargrilled meats and fresh seafood, all seasoned with rich, authentic Greek flavours. From tender cuts of la...
Armstrong Barbecue

Armstrong Barbecue

American   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:00 PM

Mount Duneed

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

The Q Train

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 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...
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

Felix

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Geelong

12 Chef Hat Award
Emerge

Emerge

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong

12 Chef Hat Award
Alma

Alma

South American   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Geelong

13 Chef Hat Award
Two Noble

Two Noble

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

Newtown

12 Chef Hat Award
Ollies Cafe Bar

Ollies Cafe Bar

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Thu 8:00 AM

Leopold

Ollies Cafe Bar, located in the quaint suburb of Leopold, Victoria, offers a delightful dining experience set against the stunning backdrop of the Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula. This café-style res...
Experience the vibrant flavours of Thailand at Arani Thai Restaurant on Malop Street, Geelong, where tradition meets contemporary comfort. This modern yet inviting space offers a cosy setting with ...