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VIC Restaurants With Water Views

Atria

Atria

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

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Brunch in the SkyElevate Every SaturdayIndulge in an iconic Champagne brunch. From 12.30pm - 3.00pm A refined daytime dining experience celebrating modern Australian cuisine, seasonal produce and panoramic city views from Level 80.
"Smooth sophistication and elegance"
Sault

Sault

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

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...
Explore More of Your Backyard This JuneLocals Enjoy Free EntryMornington Peninsula and Frankston residents are warmly invited to reconnect with one of the Peninsula’s most loved destinations this winter with complimentary weekday entry to Pt. Leo Estate Sculp...
Laura

Laura

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

Merricks North

17 Chef Hat Award
Long Weekend Luxury RedefinedReserve Your ExperienceThis King's Birthday long weekend, discover one of Victoria's most acclaimed culinary experiences at Laura, Australia's only two-hatted Relais & Châteaux restaurant. Showcasing a new seasonal menu ...
Boathouse Daylesford

Boathouse Daylesford

French/European   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Daylesford

12 Chef Hat Award
The Boathouse ExperienceAvailable Every SaturdayExperience an elevated dining journey at The Boathouse Daylesford with our exclusive 7-Course Boathouse Experience Menu, available only on Saturday nights. Priced at $208 per person, this curated m...
Hophaus Bar

Hophaus Bar

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Southbank

Happy HourMon-Fri, 4pm-7pm.$9 Drinks – Come down for after work bevies $9 Pints House Lager $9 Pints House Cider $9 Glass of House Wine
Brownie Festival 15 - 28 JuneCalling all brownie fans, big and small, to The Chocolateries! The Chocolateries talented Chocolatiers and Pastry Chefs are known for crafting the ultimate brownies using the finest sustainably sou...
Pond Cafe

Pond Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Torquay

Simple Moments, Great FoodEat, Sip, UnwindAt Pond Cafe, we’re all about good food, great coffee, and easy coastal living. Just moments from the beach, we serve fresh, flavour-packed breakfast and lunch in a relaxed, welcoming space. Whethe...
Beverly Rooftop

Beverly Rooftop

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

South Yarra

Golden HourAfter work sessionsJoin us for limited edition $30 food and beverage pairings developed by Head Chef, David Ball and Bar Manager, Rico Deang, and a range of $10 drinks specials every Monday to Friday from 4pm to 6pm ...
Wood and Grill

Wood and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Melbourne CBD

Refined Premium Restaurant for Food Lover'sPremium SteakOur philosophy is simple — exceptional ingredients, handled with care, cooked with precision, and served consistently. While steak is at the heart of our menu, we also offer a thoughtful selection...
360Q

360Q

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 8:30 AM

Queenscliff

Mates Rates returns!Entree + main just $50!From Monday 4 May, enjoy two courses for $50 from our amazing Mates Rates menu — think calamari, croquettes or soup to start, followed by mains such as snapper, curry, gnocchi and more. Available ...
The Espressonist
Docklands Brunch & All-Day DiningModern Australian flavourVisit The Espressonist Docklands today, your destination for specialty Zest coffee, all-day brunch, and evening dining with share plates, fresh seafood, and succulent steak. Relax by the Yarra Mari...
Tempo Kitchen & Bar

Tempo Kitchen & Bar

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

Geelong

Dome DiningBreakfast, lunch & dinnerAn intimate dining experience in Geelong! Step into your own private dome, designed to reflect the season with soft throws, ambient lighting and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Fully heated for the co...
Margaret & Agnes

Margaret & Agnes

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

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...
Sevens Creek Wagyu

Sevens Creek Wagyu

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Strathbogie

What is Wagyu?Full-Blood Wagyu!Wagyu beef is highly prized for its rare full-blood genetics and 36-month growth process. Graded 1-9+ by Australia's Meat and Livestock Association based on marbling, with 9+ being the best. Sevens...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
Proposal PackagesNow Available!Our proposal package is a private three-course dinner for two people, held in the upstairs function room. There are no other guests, you have exclusive use of the room including a dedicated waitper...
Royal Brighton Yacht Club

Royal Brighton Yacht Club

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

Brighton

Winter MenuAvailable NowOur winter menu is here! Join us 7 days a week for lunch, and dinner Fri-Sat. During winter, we serve a la carte breakfast on weekends only (light breakfast items available Mon-Fri).
Pier 70

Pier 70

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Paynesville

When visiting the picturesque Esplanade of Paynesville in Victoria, be sure to call into Pier 70 restaurant and bar. A modern, coastal chic interior awaits, where high ceilings with exposed baniste...
Legend and Lore - Fireside DinnerMoodemere Quartet6.30pm Saturday 8th August 2026 Experience the mystique of Lake Moodemere Estate by night. The evening begins with a glass of Sparkling Shiraz, canapés by the fire, and the sultry tones of the Moo...
The Kitchen

The Kitchen

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Tootgarook

Embrace relaxed seaside dining at The Kitchen Point on Point Nepean Road, Tootgarook, where great food and good times flow from morning through to late evening. Open daily for breakfast and lunch, ...