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Fairbank House

Fairbank House

$$$$$   Open Now

Maldon

3 Jul -
3 Aug

Ghostly Goings-on at Maldon's Goldfields Gothic

Friday 2 August - weekend

From a hearse parade through a cellar opening with spirit dollies. Vegemite-inspired high teas to dance parties at dusk and a Gothic market- there's everything a self-respecting spook could want. T... more
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
18 Jul 24 -
24 Jul 25

Express Lunch

Thursday Friday Saturday

Join us for a two-course lunch with a beverage for $60 pp or 3 course 70pp on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. To book your table, call (03) 5443 8671: more
Ballarat Leagues Club

Ballarat Leagues Club

Bistro   $$$$$

Ballarat East

30 Jun -
30 Nov

KIDS EAT FREE*

Monday & Tuesday Nights

Every Monday & Tuesday night you can receive a FREE Kids Meal* with the purchase of a Main Meal. Available 5.30-8.30pm (*conditions apply). Every Kids meal also includes ice-cream and an activity p... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Wattle Flat

14 Sep 23 -
30 Nov 24

Friday Lunch

Come Join Us

Join us for Friday Long Lunch and enjoy the likes of Spring lamb, eggplant and smoked yoghurt and chocolate truffles with salted caramel and hazelnut for dessert. To book your table, call 0428 035 ... more
Ballarat Leagues Club

Ballarat Leagues Club

Bistro   $$$$$

Ballarat East

2 Jun -
2 Oct

Wednesday Games Night

Every Wednesday Night

Come and have a laugh with friends and family (or even strangers!) with weekly Games Night. There's a wide selection of games to choose from so you just "borrow" a game, get comfortable and have fu... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Wattle Flat

8 Mar -
8 Sep

Winter truffle season 2024

June - September

Winter Truffle season commences from the 15th June 2024 Embark on a sensory journey at our truffle farm, where the magic of the season unfolds with our winter truffle hunts. Immerse yourself in... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Wattle Flat

21 Mar -
21 Dec

Brunch in the Truffiere

Saturday and Sunday

Experience brunch in the enchanting Black Cat Truffle gardens. Savour dishes from our ever-changing seasonal à la carte menu paired with exceptional Karon Farm coffee. Elevate your brunch with our ... more
Hop Temple

Hop Temple

Pub Food   $$$$$

Ballarat

30 Apr -
30 Sep

Trivia Night

Every Wednesday

Ballarat’s favourite Trivia night is at Hop Temple every Wednesday from 7 pm! Enjoy a pizza & a pot of house beer for only $20. Trivia at Hop Temple is fun, interactive and inclusive, it’s not your... more
Hop Temple

Hop Temple

Pub Food   $$$$$

Ballarat

30 Apr -
30 Sep

Musical Bingo

Every Thursday!

Every Thursday night at Hop Temple it’s Bingo with a twist…Musical Bingo! Instead of your standard old bingo numbers, we play all your favourite new and old-school hits and you mark them off your c... more
Hop Temple

Hop Temple

Pub Food   $$$$$

Ballarat

30 Apr -
30 Sep

Beats Brews & BBQ

Every Friday!

Join us at Hop Temple for an unforgettable series of Beats, Brews and BBQ events! Get ready to travel through time as we bring back the vibrant music, iconic fashion and nostalgic vibes of the 80s,... more
Tuki Restaurant

Tuki Restaurant

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Ballarat

17 Apr 24 -
31 Jan 25

Our chef's passion is on a plate!

Book a table today!

From farm-fresh ingredients to innovative dishes, taste the difference with our new weekly menu. Come see what's in season this week! more
Tuki Restaurant

Tuki Restaurant

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Ballarat

31 Apr -
31 Dec

From Farm to Fork: Sustainable Dining at its Finest

Contact us today!

Experience true paddock-to-plate dining where we grow most of our vegetables, source eggs from happy hens, and raise trout in our very own pond. We're a working sheep farm too! Looking for a unique... more
Shedshaker Brewing Company

Shedshaker Brewing Company

Pub Food   

Castlemaine

31 May -
31 Jul

New dishes for Winter

More than just pizza...

Some yummy side dishes, plates and a house made dessert. more
Ballarat Leagues Club

Ballarat Leagues Club

Bistro   $$$$$

Ballarat East

9 Jun -
9 Dec

Morning Melodies

Held monthly & only $10

$10 to enjoy BLC's monthly morning melodies & morning tea, or include lunch for a total of $25. Check out the full calendar of dates and entertainers on the website more
Golden Vine Hotel

Golden Vine Hotel

Pub Food   $$$$$

Bendigo

30 Jun -
30 Sep

Steak Night

Every Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday from 6 pm-8.30 pm for Porterhouse steak, cooked to your liking, with chips and salad for just $22. Live acoustic music from 6.30 pm, to book call (03) 5443 6063. more
Golden Vine Hotel

Golden Vine Hotel

Pub Food   $$$$$

Bendigo

30 Jun -
30 Sep

Thursday Night Pot & Parmas

Every Thursday!

There is nothing better than a classic pub parma served with crispy chips and a salad for just S15 from 6 pm- 8.30 pm. The best deal in town! Call (03) 5443 6063 to secure your booking! more
OMG BBQ

OMG BBQ

American   $$$$$   Open Now

Kangaroo flat

31 Jun -
31 Dec

Need some BBQ for dinner?

Try us Today!

We are open from Wednesday to Saturday. Come past and grab something to eat, no one can be bothered cooking at the end of a big week. Need a coffee or some of The Dessert Nerd treats? Well can help... more
OMG BBQ

OMG BBQ

American   $$$$$   Open Now

Kangaroo flat

31 Jun -
31 Dec

The OMG BBQ Difference..

Enquire Today!

Got an event that needs catering for? At OMG BBQ we have you covered! Basically the whole food experience is designed by you, you decide how it is cooked, what is cooked, what goes with it and how ... more
Hecho en Mexico Ballarat

Hecho en Mexico Ballarat

Mexican   $$$$$

Ballarat

7-31
Jul

Rum Month at Hecho en Mexico!

All of July

We're celebrating all things rum with a special selection of cocktails in partnership with Bacardi. Rum Month highlights the versatility and richness of rum, a spirit beloved for its tropical flavo... more