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VIC Restaurants With Fireplace

Steak & Frites Night at The Dining RoomAvail. All Winter 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...
Christmas in JulyBookings now open!Our favourite weekend of the year returns this July! The restaurant will be transformed into a festive winter setting, complete with twinkling lights, cosy decorations, roaring fire & plenty of Chr...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Four Hats of Bendigo Guided TourProgressive Fine DiningAt The Woodhouse Bar & Grill, fire and flavour take centre stage. As one of four chef-hat venues on the Four Hats of Bendigo tour, we offer a luxe wood-fired steakhouse experience with dry-aged wag...
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Sault

Sault

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

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
Offering up a taste of some of Daylesford’s freshest produce combined with smooth sophistication and elegant style is Chef Hat-awarded Sault on Ballan Daylesford Road. Views are abundant and inspir...
Elm Dining

Elm Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

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...
Tinamba Hotel

Tinamba Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 3:00 PM

Tinamba

12 Chef Hat Award
Serving hungry and thirsty locals for almost 150 years, Tinamba Hotel on Tinamba Seaton Road is one of Gippsland’s finest dining destinations. From the first-class ambience of the dining room, loun...
Temperance Hotel

Temperance Hotel

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

South Yarra

Tuesday TriviaEvery Tuesday 7.30pm Get a team together and head down to Temperance on a Tuesday for Funky Bunch Trivia, $150 worth of prizes to be won! $22 Parmas all day $24 beer jugs 5pm-late.
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...
Manifold & Co

Manifold & Co

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 3:00 PM

Hawthorn

Vegan Vietnamese Degustation LunchJune 27 I 12.00-2.30PM8 Course Vegan Vietnamese Degustation. Join us at Manifold & Co for a special collaboration with Rice Paper Scissors chef James Tran. This thoughtfully curated menu showcases the diverse flavours ...
HAPPY HOUR3-5pm Saturday & SundayWeekend Happy Hour
Frenchys Bistrot at the Empire Grill

Frenchys Bistrot at the Empire Grill

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Geelong

Private Dining at Frenchys Bistrot at the Empire Grill Enquire today!An intimate, beautifully appointed space for up to 20 guests. Choose from a classically French dining journey, a seafood feast featuring the finest Australian produce, or a fully bespoke menu tailo...
The Flying Duck Hotel

The Flying Duck Hotel

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

Prahran

Weekday Happy Hour At Flying Duck Hotel4pm–6pm WeekdaysJoin us every weekday from 4pm–6pm for Happy Hour at Flying Duck Hotel. Unwind with $8 schooners and $9 house wine in a relaxed, welcoming setting—perfect for after-work catch-ups or an easy early ...
We're open for events and functions Host your event with us!Celebrate at Shelter Shed — the perfect setting for weddings, parties and private gatherings, with flexible spaces and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Contact us for more details!
Cambio Vita

Cambio Vita

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Malvern

Nestled on Glenferrie Road in the heart of Malvern, Cambio Vita is an Italian restaurant born from a simple but beautiful idea — to bring people together over well-made, delicious food. Founded wit...
Gracie's Restaurant Flowerdale EstateSet in Flowerdale Estate’s historic 1842 homestead, Gracie's is led by Michelin-star experienced Executive Chef Dominic Grundy and is a regional food lover's ideal destination. Premium quality, in-...
Chirstmas in July Chirstmas in July 2026 atCelebrate Christmas in winter with a magical evening perfect for the whole family! Join us on Saturday 25th July 2026 from 6:00pm for a festive night filled with delicious food, Christmas cheer,...
Si Senor Art Taqueria

Si Senor Art Taqueria

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Balaclava

Eat, drink and love tacos at Melbourne’s Mexican wonderland, Si Senor Art Taqueria on Carlisle Street in Balaclava. As soon as you enter this venue, it is like stepping back into your Mexican holid...
The Irish Times Pub

The Irish Times Pub

Irish   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

A Little Piece of IrelandLive music and good craicStep into a true piece of Ireland in Melbourne CBD. With live music every Friday and Saturday, hearty Irish pub food, Guinness on tap, and a warm atmosphere made for a quiet drink or a big night wi...
Old Faithfulls Brew Bar

Old Faithfulls Brew Bar

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Wangaratta

Tucked behind a roller door on Faithfull Street in Wangaratta, Old Faithfulls Brew Bar is the kind of hidden gem that rewards those who seek it out — a perfectly balanced café and bar where great a...
For an exceptional dining experience on the Mornington Peninsula head to Ten Minutes by Tractor – Restaurant on Mornington-Flinders Road. This elegant vineyard restaurant projects a sleek yet relax...