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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  Seafood  Pizza  Bakery  Thai  Italian  Pub Food  

Pond Cafe

Pond Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Torquay

Simple Moments, Great FoodEat, Sip, UnwindAt Pond Cafe, we’re all about good food, great coffee, and easy coastal living. Just moments from the beach, we serve fresh, flavour-packed breakfast and lunch in a relaxed, welcoming space. Whethe...
Thelo Gyros and Bar

Thelo Gyros and Bar

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Torquay

Greek Street Food & Bar Dining At Thelo Gyros & BarBook NowJoin us at Thelo Gyros & Bar in Torquay and enjoy fresh, flavour-packed Greek street food in a relaxed taverna-style setting. Feast on favourites like lamb gyros, souvlaki skewers and share plates ...
The Chocolateries Great Ocean Road

The Chocolateries Great Ocean Road

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Bellbrae

Rocky Road Festival1-31 MayThe talented Chocolatiers at The Chocolateries will take this Aussie favourite to all new heights with 31 different flavours to pick and mix, rocky road desserts and ice creams to enjoy, plus hoste...
Warrnambool’s Favourite Café ExperienceCoffee, Community & CoastWelcome to Bohemia Café & Bar, our cosy coastal haven in Warrnambool. Your spot for great coffee, fresh breakfast and lunch with seasonal, locally sourced produce and vibrant, flavour-packed dishes...
Tilly Divine

Tilly Divine

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Warrnambool

Set along Liebig Street in Warrnambool, Tilly Divine Kitchen & Bar offers a relaxed yet stylish dining experience at the end of the Great Ocean Road. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, it’s a vers...
"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...
"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 ...
Handcrafted with passion on Great Ocean Road in Aireys Inlet, Pasta di Puglia celebrates the true spirit of Italian pasta making. This artisan pasta producer creates fresh pasta daily, honouring tr...
Located on Great Ocean Road in Anglesea, Akuna Anglesea is a relaxed coastal dining spot where café culture meets Italian-inspired fare. Just moments from the beach, it’s a versatile destination fo...
Shelter Cafe Apollo Bay

Shelter Cafe Apollo Bay

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Apollo Bay

On Hardy Street in Apollo Bay, Shelter Cafe is a soulful, family-run café set inside one of the town’s oldest heritage homes. Part café, part community space, Shelter champions real food made entir...
Clock by the Bay

Clock by the Bay

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

Portland

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...
Your Local Indian Restaurant DestinationAuthentic FlavoursAt Sea View Indian, we’re proud to serve authentic Indian cuisine with bold flavours and fresh ingredients, just steps from the beach. Our menu features classic curries, tandoori dishes, biryanis, ...
Mother's Day Music in the Springs x Cymatic HarmonyGift Wellness Spend Mother’s Day soaking in geothermal mineral pools at the Deep Blue Hot Springs Sanctuary while live sound healing from Dan Byrne creates a calming atmosphere. 2:30pm – 4:30pm session | Ag...
Charlies on East is a charming restaurant located in the picturesque coastal town of Port Fairy, along Victoria's Great Ocean Road. This eatery offers a delightful array of modern Australian cuisin...
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...
Tucked along Warrnambool’s charming Leibig Street, Café at Provincial feels like a warm embrace from the moment you step inside. Its atmosphere blends rustic character with a touch of elegance, whe...
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...
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
Set on Pertobe Road, Warrnambool, Simon’s Waterfront captures the easy elegance of coastal dining on the city’s picturesque foreshore. With sweeping water views and a relaxed, sunlit atmosphere, it...