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East Gippsland (Lakes & Wilderness) Restaurants

The Stables Est 1889

The Stables Est 1889

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Bairnsdale

Tucked away on Service Street in Bairnsdale, The Stables Est 1889 offers a character-filled escape where history and modern charm meet. Once a working stable, the beautifully restored building now ...
When visiting the picturesque Esplanade of Paynesville in Victoria, be sure to call into Pier 70 restaurant and bar. A modern, coastal chic interior awaits, where high ceilings with exposed baniste...
Located in the heart of Bairnsdale a short walk from the town centre, discover cosy country pub Mitchell River Tavern on Main Street to refuel and recharge on a journey to the high country. Expect ...
Sardine Dining

Sardine Dining

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Paynesville

13 Chef Hat Award
Waterview Bakery

Waterview Bakery

Bakery   $$$$$   Open Now

Paynesville

Sing a song of sixpence for a gourmet pie at Waterview Bakery on Esplanade in Paynesville. As the name suggests, soak up water views at this gourmet bakery while sipping a coffee alfresco and perus...
The Iron Vine Restaurant

The Iron Vine Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Bairnsdale

The Iron Vine Restaurant, set along Bairnsdale’s historic Main Street, blends rustic charm with a refined, welcoming atmosphere. Exposed brickwork, timber accents and soft lighting create an inviti...
Funkey Monkey

Funkey Monkey

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Lakes Entrance

A Taste of Avon

A Taste of Avon

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Stratford

The Long Paddock

The Long Paddock

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:30 AM

Bairnsdale

Cafe Chez Joe

Cafe Chez Joe

International   $$$$$   Open Now

Metung

Froggy's Bistro

Froggy's Bistro

French      Opens at 6:00 PM

Lakes Entrance

OzMex Restaurant

OzMex Restaurant

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Bairnsdale

No dinner Sunday, Monday & Tuesday. School holiday and public holiday extended trading times.
Bairnsdale locals drop by Mr D Food & Coffee on Main Street for an aromatic brew and café fare with flair. This corner café is bright and breezy with floor to ceiling glass frontage letting in natu...