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Great Ocean Road Restaurants With Water Views

Love House

Love House

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00:PM

Anglesea

Share Plates, Sunshine and Ocean Views Come Join UsThis spread is waiting for you, grab your fam and head down to Love House today. To book your table, call (03) 5263 2454.
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...
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...
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...
Ipsos

Ipsos

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00:PM

Lorne

12 Chef Hat Award
"Breakfast Taco"
Locally-loved Bohemia Café & Bar on Kepler Street is the place to go in Warrnambool for a caffeine fix and fare with flair. This warm and inviting diner greets guests with a cottage-style façade, w...
Pippies by the Bay

Pippies by the Bay

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00:AM

Warrnambool

Located at the Flagstaff Hill visitor's centre, Pippies by the Bay offers locals and tourists alike a place to dine with a panorama over Warrnambool's dazzling bay. Relax with friends in a warm atm...
Proudfoots by the River

Proudfoots by the River

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00:AM

Warrnambool

Nestled in a historic boathouse on the banks of the majestic Hopkins River, Proudfoots by the River offers Warrnambool’s only on-the-water dining experience. Take in picturesque views while enjoyin...
Pond Cafe

Pond Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Torquay

Wander up from the surf at Torquay Beach for a caffeine fix and bite to eat at Pond Café on The Esplanade. Welcoming surfers, locals and visitors alike with cheery planter boxes full of red geraniu...
Merrijig Kitchen

Merrijig Kitchen

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00:PM

Port Fairy

Fisho's Torquay

Fisho's Torquay

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00:PM

Torquay

With its graceful heritage setting, welcoming service and views across to Portland Harbour, Fergies Cafe Wine Bar & Restaurant is a clear favourite of locals and visitors. Originally a post office ...
Growlers

Growlers

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Torquay

If you like to be by the sea, join Torquay locals and visitors alike at Growlers on The Esplanade. With views money can’t buy, Growlers has been one of the Surf Coast’s iconic beachfront bungalow r...
Swing Bridge Café & Boathouse

Swing Bridge Café & Boathouse

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Lorne

Overlooking the scenic Portland Harbour, The Gordon Hotel is the premier entertainment venue in Portland and is proud to be the establishment with the longest running liquor license in Victorian hi...
Apollo Bay Bakery

Apollo Bay Bakery

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Apollo Bay

Seaview Indian Restaurant offers casual, family dining serving traditional cuisine such as Butter Chicken or Lamb Rogan Josh. A range of heat levels are available to suit your palate.