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Great Ocean Road Restaurants

Love a good road trip? So do we. If you have ever travelled along Australia's Great Ocean Road, you know it is a place of breathtaking natural beauty. The winding road itself, which follows the coastline and provides breathtaking views of the Southern Ocean, is a sight to behold. But what do you do if you are hungry? Fortunately, there are numerous restaurants and cafes that will be remembered just as much as the scenery. Check out what’s on offer along the Great Ocean Road.

Popular Cuisines : Modern Australian  Cafe  Pizza  Seafood  Bakery  Thai  Indian  Italian  

Enticing Entrées at Seaview IndianStart with SeaviewStart your dining journey at Seaview Indian Restaurant with a tempting range of entrées designed to whet the appetite. From crisp golden samosas filled with spiced potato and peas to mix pakoras an...
Breakfast Done RightWake up to flavour!Start your morning the best way at Café at Provincial Warrnambool with hearty favourites like our Pulled Pork Eggs Benny. Think soft, toasted sourdough piled high with tender pulled pork, perfectly...
Housed in the original Post Office, Clock by the Bay on Cliff Street in Portland delivers Modern Australian cuisine to locals and visitors to the Great Ocean Road area. Settle in with a glass of lo...
Named after the owners' nicknames, head to Noodledoof Brewing Co on Commercial Road in Koroit for all things beer and pub fare. This rustic brewpub and distillery on Great Ocean Road, housed in a f...
"One of Australia's Best"
Brae

Brae

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

Birregurra

18 Chef Hat Award
Take the scenic route through Birregurra, along Cape Otway Road, south of Geelong in Victoria, to arrive at renowned restaurant Brae, perched hillside amongst 20 acres of lush organic farmland and ...
Doc Hughes

Doc Hughes

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Torquay

Cocktails at Doc HughesBook now!Sip in style at Doc Hughes with our signature cocktails! Try the creamy, fruity Mango Magic ($23), the sweet and floral Torqish Delight ($22) topped with torched meringue, the spicy kick of Doc’s R...
Tides Christmas Day Lunch Reserve your table nowTides is serving up a spirited menu this Christmas. Beginning with shared appetisers for your table, followed by a Festive Buffet and a Chef’s Carving Station, then miniature desserts to finish. ...
Find traditional pizza and pasta from recipes passed down through generations at Town & Country Pizza & Pasta on Fischer Street in Torquay. No trip down the Great Ocean Road is complete without a r...
True Taste of ItalyBook Now!Experience the true taste of Italy at Luigi’s Italian Restaurant. With a menu full of authentic antipasti, classic Secondi Piatti like Veal Scaloppine and Lasagna al Forno, and sides to match, ever...
Mac's Hotel Portland

Mac's Hotel Portland

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Portland

Admella Dining Room – Classic DiningDine in History Today!Discover the charm of the Admella Dining Room at Mac’s Hotel, where history meets hearty dining. Set in a beautifully preserved space, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxed lunch or a special dinner ...
Thelo Gyros and Bar

Thelo Gyros and Bar

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Torquay

Authentic Greek GyrosWrap Yourself In FlavourAt Thelo Gyros and Bar, we’re bringing the taste of Greece straight to your hands. Our gyros are crafted the traditional way — tender, marinated meats slowly roasted and wrapped in fluffy pita with...
Margaret & Agnes

Margaret & Agnes

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Portland

No trip to Portland is complete without a coffee stop and bite to eat at Margaret & Agnes café on Bentinck Street. Soak up all the Great Ocean Road has to offer alfresco while sipping a brew of cho...
The Mill

The Mill

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Port Fairy

Cocktail & Dessert nightsEvery SaturdayThe Mill by night will include housemade cocktails and desserts every Saturday night. Come join us, click on more info to book:
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Seafood"
Blakes Restaurant

Blakes Restaurant

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Port Fairy

There’s something fishy going on at Blakes Restaurant on Bank Street in Port Fairy. Cosily nestled in the historic Dublin House, Blakes is the local go-to spot for sparkling fresh seafood and a rel...
Soak up a rustic vibe at Mod Oz venue Salt Café and Restaurant on Liebig Street in Warrnambool. Exposed brick, blond wood, wine barrels and an eclectic mix of artwork make this casually chic eatery...
For gourmet pizza to tempt all tastes on Great Ocean Road, head to Akuna Restaurant Pizza, Bar & Cafe Anglesea to appease ravenous hunger. This Surf Coast family-owned and operated dining destinati...
Samesyn 2.0

Samesyn 2.0

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Torquay

13 Chef Hat Award
Ipsos

Ipsos

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Lorne

12 Chef Hat Award
Simon's Waterfront

Simon's Waterfront

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

Warrnambool

Warrnambool's dramatic coastline forms the spectacular backdrop to Simon's Waterfront restaurant on Pertobe Road. Nestled atop Warrnambool Surf Lifesaving Club, this idyllic location presents diner...
HugSiam Thai

HugSiam Thai

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Torquay

No trip down the Great Ocean Road is complete without a meal at HugSiam Thai restaurant on Pearl Street in Torquay. A full glass frontage provides an abundance of natural light to this bright and b...