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VIC Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

Located on the banks of Lake Daylesford with exquisite water views from any vantage point, the Boathouse Restaurant on Leggatt Street is a sophisticated dining venue for lunch and dinner. Take in s...
Those seeking over 133 years of winemaking excellence paired with seriously good food head to Brown Brothers Restaurant on Bobinawarrah Road in Milawa. Nestled in Brown Brothers Vineyard, dine alfr...
Step behind the famous hedges of Coombe Yarra Valley on Maroondah Highway in Coldstream and enter one of Australia's most extraordinary and storied destinations - the former private home of beloved...
Steak & Frites Night at The Dining RoomAvail. All MondaysJoin us every Monday evening at The Dining Room. Enjoy Sher Wagyu with black garlic, frites and seasonal salads, paired with a glass of 2019 De Vasari Chianti Riserva DOCG for $60 per person. Wheth...
Temaki Sushi on Little Collins Street in Melbourne is an experience unlike anything else in the city - intimate, deeply personal and genuinely extraordinary in every carefully considered detail. Gu...
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Sault

Sault

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
Mid-Week Indulgence at Sault$95ppEscape to Daylesford mid-week for Sault's seasonal chef's menu, $95pp, available Wednesday and Thursday dinner, and Friday lunch. Enjoy breathtaking flower-field views, award-winning service, and d...
TUCKA @ Maffco

TUCKA @ Maffco

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

Maffra

12 Chef Hat Award
Nestled inside Maffco Brewery and Distillery on Maffco Lane in Maffra, TUCKA is a farm-to-fork restaurant that goes far beyond dining — it is a genuine celebration of the extraordinary produce that...
Christmas Work Break Ups & End of Year Catch Ups.Book your festive celebration!Celebrate the season with award-winning food, exceptional wines and warm hospitality. With spaces for intimate groups through to exclusive venue hire, plus private Cellar Door dining for 12–18 gues...
Babae

Babae

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

Ballarat

14 Chef Hat Award
Elm Dining

Elm Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Bright

12 Chef Hat Award
Steeped in history and charm, Elm Dining on Gavan Street in Bright brings new life to a landmark Victorian cottage that once served as the town’s medical residence for over a century. Today, the he...
Father's Day Lunch3-Course LunchCelebrate Dad with a three-course lunch at Balgownie Estate, featuring a special menu crafted just for Father’s Day. Packed with premium seasonal ingredients and delicious cuts of meat, it’s a meal...
Steak Night!$26 Every TuesdayTUESDAY = STEAK NIGHT Sink your teeth into a 250g porterhouse served with chips, salad & your choice of sauce — all for just $26. Every Tuesday from 5pm at 540 on Barkly. Walk-ins welcome or boo...
Tinamba Hotel

Tinamba Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Tinamba

12 Chef Hat Award
6-course Tasting MenuAvailable on All SittingsOur signature dining experience is our Chef’s selection of dishes, consisting of two entrees, two mains, a side to share and two desserts with optional wine pairing, featuring Gippsland producers. ...
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Open Now

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
Celebration Menu $94.90ppCelebrate in style with ISH Restaurant’s indulgent Celebration Menu – a four-course feast of modern Indian artistry for $94.90pp. Begin with street-food favourites like Vada Pav and Roti Duck Tacos...
Mount Moriac Hotel

Mount Moriac Hotel

Bistro   $$$$$   Open Now

Moriac

FATHERS DAY AT THE MOUNTTreat Dad this Fathers day!It's time to lock in your plans to celebrate Dad this year. Live music, happy hours & specials, bonus raffles and MORE! Bookings now open for Fathers day 2026, Sunday 6 September at The Mount. For ...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Italian"
Pizza Deals at Bay Beach Italian Restaurant & Bar LoungeOrder now!Great value for everyone at Bay Beach Italian Restaurant & Bar Lounge. Choose from Deal 1: 1 Large Traditional Pizza, Focaccia and 1.25L Soft Drink for $30, Deal 2: 1 Large Pizza, Lasagna, Focaccia...
Signature Dishes at Fusion CeylonBook now!Dive into bold Sri Lankan flavours at Fusion Ceylon. Signature dishes include the hearty Colombo Mix fried rice , Smoked BBQ Mix Grilled with homemade lingus and garlic sauce, and the fiery Chilli ...
Seddon Deadly Sins

Seddon Deadly Sins

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:00 AM

Seddon

Seddon's High Tea$75pp Homemade scones with jam & cream Quiches Danishes Selection of petit fours Finger sandwiches Tea, coffee, sparkling on arrival More on consumption. Enquire Below
Al Trancio

Al Trancio

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 10:00 AM

Warburton

Table Tennis FunSept 12thJoin us as we transform Al Trancio into a table tennis arena! Max 8 players per night — cash prize for the winner. Spectators welcome.
A new chapter beginsNew venue expansion!Something exciting is cooking up at Ceylon Girl's Café & Bar in Frankston! The family-run venue is expanding with a new venue next door dedicated to functions, and they're gearing up for bigger buf...