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VIC Restaurants With Fully Licensed

Francois Eatery

Francois Eatery

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30 AM

Mambourin

Mother's Day High Tea10th May Celebrate Mother’s Day at François Eatery – Mambourin with an elegant High Tea experience on Sunday 10 May 2026. Enjoy curated sweet and savoury delights including ribbon sandwiches, scones, pastri...
TUCKA @ Maffco

TUCKA @ Maffco

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

Maffra

12 Chef Hat Award
Brewery Dining ExperienceFood with Craft BrewsDiscover our hearty brewery food, perfectly paired with Gippsland-inspired beers and seasonal brews. Our menu features southern-smoked BBQ meats, artisan burgers, fresh salads and wood-fired flavou...
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Sault

Sault

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

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
3 or 4 Course Midweek MenuSeasonal MenuEnjoy our 3 or 4 course midweek menu featuring house-baked sourdough, cultured butter, and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Highlights include beef tartare, ocean trout, potato agnolotti, mar...
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

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

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Mother's Day Lunch at AliumSunday 10th MayTreat Mum this Mother's Day to lunch at Alium Dining. We're serving a unique set menu of 11 dishes over 3 courses. $110pp. Limited spaces available, book now to make sure you don't miss out.
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:45 AM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
The Woodhouse ExperienceFrom $155ppIndulge in The Woodhouse Experience – an eight-course sharing menu designed for serious food lovers. From freshly shucked Tasmanian oysters and woodfired king prawns to Sher Wagyu tartare, wagyu sk...
Chef’s Tasting Dinner ExperiencePlates & WineJoin us at Tulip for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30pm in Geelong West. Enjoy a relaxed, contemporary dining experience featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from wine and sn...
Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Mother's Day DinnerCelebrate herCelebrate Mother’s Day at Atria, where seasonal Australian produce and refined culinary craft come together high above the city. Indulge her with an elevated, five-course menu by Head Chef, David G...
The Dining Room restaurant on Arthurs Seat Road in Red Hill does regional dining right. Nestled in Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill vineyard, this dining destination is the ideal spot to enjoy long, ...
Luci

Luci

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

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Mother's Day Breakfast with Bottomless BubblesBreakfast buffet+bubblesJoin us at Luci for a delightful Mother's Day breakfast with bottomless bubbles and a spread fit for a queen.
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Express LunchOnly $42ppMiss Mi is offering the best express lunch in Melbourne CBD. Our restaurant is conveniently located across from Southern Cross Station, the ideal spot to meet with colleagues or friends for lunch o...
Emerald City

Emerald City

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

Healesville

13 Chef Hat Award
Join us for a culinary journeyLocal & SeasonalStep behind the velvet curtain at Emerald City, Healesville for an intimate dining adventure. With just four seats, our chef serves a daily-changing tasting menu celebrating local, seasonal produce...
Mothers Day at Barmah ParkLunch from 10:30am$125pp three course adult menu, $65 kids menu + activity pack
ISH Restaurant

ISH Restaurant

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Fitzroy

12 Chef Hat Award
A New Era of Indian VegetarianFlavour Without LimitsAt ISH, our vegetarian dishes are bursting with flavour, texture and creativity. We bring a modern take to Indian cuisine, crafting vibrant plates designed to surprise and delight with every bite. ...
Elm Dining

Elm Dining

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

Bright

12 Chef Hat Award
Sips & SavouriesEnjoy snacks 4pm-6pmSoak up the afternoon sun and enjoy a variety of snacks and daily wine specials. Simply walk on in!
Neeri Nuff Wine Bar & Kitchen
13 Chef Hat Award
Sip in SundayBrunch at Neeri NuffJoin us for our very first Sunday brunch on the 3rd of May. Where slow mornings meet good company, thoughtful dishes, and something lovely in your glass. Settle in, sip, and savour the start of you...
Situated on Queen Street in the Melbourne CBD, Sachi Japanese Restaurant is a refined yet approachable destination dedicated to exceptional Japanese seafood. Specialising in sushi, sashimi, chirash...
Komeyui Restaurant

Komeyui Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

South Melbourne

12 Chef Hat Award
A Journey Through Japanese CuisineTaste, Art, and TraditionExperience the art of Japanese dining at Komeyui Brisbane. Join us for seasonal omakase, kaiseki, sushi, and sashimi, crafted with precision and care. Enjoy curated tasting events, sake pairings, a...
Bonny

Bonny

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Fitzroy

Mother's Day Deluxe Dining4-Course ExperienceTreat your mum to a very special Mother's Day at Bonny Bar. From 1PM until late, we're offering the first 40 people a deluxe 4-course set menu for just $55pp. You can also opt for wine pairing for ...
Miss Amelie

Miss Amelie

European   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Wodonga

12 Chef Hat Award
Situated on Elgin Boulevard in Wodonga, Miss Amelie brings modern European dining to life within the heritage Railway Station building. Rustic brick archways, lush greenery and intimate table setti...
Flower Drum

Flower Drum

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Tucked away in Melbourne’s Chinatown, Flower Drum stands as a celebrated destination for refined Cantonese cuisine and exceptional service. Stepping inside reveals a world where tradition meets ele...