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What's On - Ballarat, Bendigo & The Goldfields,VIC

Lola at The Provincial Hotel

Lola at The Provincial Hotel

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Ballarat

Mother's
Day

Mothers Day Specials by Lola!

Three course Experience!

Celebrate Mum in style at Lola Ballarat. Indulge in a thoughtfully curated menu, crafted with love and local flair. An elegant dining experience designed to make her day unforgettable. more
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
19 Feb -
31 May

The Woodhouse Experience

From $155pp

Indulge 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... more
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
26 Mar -
26 Nov

Four Hats of Bendigo Guided Tour

Progressive Fine Dining

At 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... more
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
21 Feb -
31 May

Chef's Tasting Menu

$110 per person

Discover Alium Dining’s Chef’s Tasting Menu and let the kitchen take you on a culinary journey for $110 pp (minimum two guests). Enjoy around eight beautifully crafted dishes across four courses, d... more
Cornerstone Cafe

Cornerstone Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$

Ballarat

16 Feb -
30 May

From Espresso to Indulgence

Pause, Sip, Delight

Join us at Cornerstone Cafe for our Mont Blanc coffee break a sweet twist on your regular cuppa featuring a rich, indulgent Mont Blanc-style coffee. It’s the perfect mid-day treat with friends or ... more
Cornerstone Cafe

Cornerstone Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$

Ballarat

16 Feb -
30 May

Blueberry Pancake Bliss

A Slice of Sunshine

Start your day with our Blueberry Pancakes topped with lemon curd, mascarpone, and brown sugar crumble. A sweet, tangy, and indulgent treat that’s perfect for brunch! Open 8am – 2pm come on down an... more
Cornerstone Cafe

Cornerstone Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$

Ballarat

16 Feb -
31 May

Your Brunch Destination in Ballarat

Where Every Bite Inspires

We’re tucked away on the corner of South St, Ballarat Central, serving seasonally crafted breakfast and lunch dishes to inspire you. Enjoy our supreme barista coffee for your everyday buzz in a rel... more
Silver Spoon Estate
13 Mar -
3 May

The Wine Tasting Experience

Book Now!

Discover a relaxed and personal wine tasting at Silver Spoon Estate. Enjoy a guided, sit-down experience with the winemakers as they walk you through each pour and share the stories behind their es... more
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$

Lake Wendouree

23 Feb -
30 Apr

All-Day Brunch At Mondegreen Cafe

Try us today!

Mondegreen Cafe is your go-to for relaxed all-day dining from 8am to 2pm, serving breakfast and brunch favourites done right. Think eggs Benedict, big breakfast plates, smashed avocado, smoked salm... more
NEM VIET Epsom

NEM VIET Epsom

Vietnamese   $$$$$

Epsom

5 Mar -
30 Jun

Authentic Vietnamese Flavours at Nem Viet Epsom

Try us today!

Discover the vibrant flavours of Vietnam at Nem Viet Epsom. Start with crispy spring rolls, chicken wings or bao buns, then dive into authentic favourites like fresh banh mi, Vietnamese cabbage sal... more
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$

Bendigo

4 Feb -
4 May

Authentic Asian Fusion Eats

Taste Asia With Us

We serve vibrant modern Asian fusion cuisine that artfully blends Malaysian and Chinese cookery with contemporary influences. Since 1993, we’ve crafted dishes using fresh seasonal ingredients and t... more
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$

Bendigo

16 Feb -
31 May

Refreshments Worth Savouring

Refresh & Pair Perfectly

Quench your thirst with our thoughtfully curated drinks menu at Malayan Orchid. Complement your bold Malaysian and Asian fusion dishes with refreshing soft drinks, classic teas and coffees or a sel... more
2 Feb 25 -
31 May 26

Gin Distilling Masterclass

Love Gin? Create your own

Step up to the still and create a bottle that’s uniquely you. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival followed by a guided gin tasting exploring different botanicals. Then craft your own gin on a 2.5 litr... more
14 Mar 25 -
30 Jun 26

G&T Toastie special

Friday-Sunday

Treat yourself to one of our G&T Toastie specials. Not just any toastie - MasterChef Time Bone creates three specialty combinations each week for you to choose from, with meat and vegetarian option... more
13 Mar 25 -
30 Jun 26

$24 Gin Flight

Thursday-Sunday

Delight your tastebuds with a Larrikin Gin Flight, comprising your choice of 4 x 15mL pours from our gin and gin liqueur range, accompanied by tonic or soda and a range of citrus fruit. Create your... more
1 Feb 25 -
30 Jun 26

$35 Whisky Flight

Thursday-Sunday

Discover some exceptional whisky with a customised Whisky Flight, comprising four 15mL pours of your choice, from a selection of local and Scottish spirits, including our own Goldfields Single Malt... more
22 Feb -
30 Jun

Happy Hour

Fridays 4 - 7pm

Join us Friday afternoon for $10 G&Ts and $15 select cocktails. Ther perfect way to wind down your week. more
16-26
Apr

The Sunday Set - 26 April

Free live music

See why we're among the top five live music venues to visit. Live and free on Sunday afternoon, the Sunday Set brings you the best in home-grown Ballarat talent. Up next - Lizzy May, a songwriter d... more
9 Apr -
10 May

Mother's Day Gin High Tea

Sunday 10 May

Across two hours you and Mum will enjoy sweet and savoury delights from local producers, paired with three drink creations made with our award-winning gins and liqueurs (non-alcoholic options avail... more
10 Mar -
15 May

Rufous Whistler LIVE

Friday 15 May

Hailing from Northeast Victoria (Wiradjuri Country), Rufous Whistler combines raw storytelling with modern alt-country arrangements, reminiscent of I’m With Her’s harmonies, Gillian Welch’s storyte... more