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Melbourne Restaurants With Bush Views

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Beverly Rooftop

Beverly Rooftop

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

South Yarra

Father’s Day Roast at BeverlyCelebrating Father's DayTreat Dad this Father’s Day as we serve up a serious roast on Level 24. Enjoy a $65pp Beef Roast, handcrafted by Head Chef David Ball. With a nod to his traditional English roots, elevated by rare...
Nestled behind century-old hedges in Gippsland, Caldermeade Farm on South Gippsland Highway is a family-friendly café housed on one of the region’s original premier beef properties. With indoor and...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Enjoy a chilled glass of wine and fine fare overlooking the beautiful vineyard and waterfall at Russo Estate Winery & Restaurant on Holden Road in Diggers Rest. This elegant family-owned establishm...
"Readers' Choice Award - Coffee"
Cocoa Moon Cafe

Cocoa Moon Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Warrandyte

Just as magical as it sounds, Cocoa Moon Cafe in Warrandyte is where sweet dreams are made – both proverbially and literally. Cosy and contemporary in design, this charming cafe on Yarra Street tak...
Greasy Zoes

Greasy Zoes

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 PM

Hurstbridge

16 Chef Hat Award
For a slice of home cooking with flair in the heart of Hurstbridge, locals stop by Greasy Zoes on Heidelberg-Kinglake Road. A homely, eclectic décor, reminiscent of grandma’s kitchen awaits with ru...
Elevation At Emerald

Elevation At Emerald

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

Emerald

Tosaria

Tosaria

International   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Rowville

Eastern Bell

Eastern Bell

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Balwyn

Established for more than 25 years, Eastern Bell Chinese restaurant has continued to provide sumptuous dishes to the loyal locals of Balwyn from their venue on Belmore Road. Enjoy casual dining in ...
A Boy Named Sue

A Boy Named Sue

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

St Andrews

Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavours and lively atmosphere of South Gippsland at Kernot Food and Wine Store on Loch-Kernot Road in Grantville. Live music on Sunday creates the perfect backdrop ...
Micawber Tavern

Micawber Tavern

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Belgrave

Rose Cottage Restaurant

Rose Cottage Restaurant

International   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Monbulk

Box Hill RSL Bistro

Box Hill RSL Bistro

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Box Hill

Pine Grove Hotel

Pine Grove Hotel

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

Upper Beaconsfield

Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Beacon Hills, the Pine Grove Hotel on Stoney Creek Road offers a timeless and authentic country pub experience. With roots dating back to the 1880s, thi...
Primary @ Pioneers Park

Primary @ Pioneers Park

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Berwick

Heritage meets modern at Primary @ Pioneers Park on Peel Street in Berwick. This Federation-style family-friendly café is housed in an old school building, part of which is heritage listed, and ooz...
The Cheeky Squire

The Cheeky Squire

International   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Frankston

Enjoy a little rest and respite, retreating to the nursery garden of Town & Country Balwyn homewares, café and garden centre on Whitehorse Road. Take a wander through the flourishing shrubbery past...
Nikos Tavern

Nikos Tavern

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Ringwood