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Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door

Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Moorooduc

12 Chef Hat Award
Mother's
Day

Mothers Day at Barmah Park

Lunch from 10:30am

$125pp three course adult menu, $65 kids menu + activity pack more
Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door

Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Moorooduc

12 Chef Hat Award
8 Apr -
30 Jun

Taste the Barmah Park Experience

Discover our wines

Step into our rustic cellar door and explore the very best of our Arthurs Seat and Lighthouse labels. With three guided tasting experiences to choose from, discover everything from elegant Chardonn... more
Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door

Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Moorooduc

12 Chef Hat Award
8 Apr -
31 Aug

Group Dining Among the Vines

Book your group table

Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and enjoy a group dining experience in our spacious restaurant overlooking the rolling vineyards by our open fire as the weather starts to cool. For group... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

13 Chef Hat Award
16
Apr

One Last School Holiday Escape - With a Little More to Discover

Bookings Essential

Thursday April 16th the Pt. Leo Estate Wine Terrace is the place to be, where kids can enjoy complimentary Express Sketch, lawn games and a Sculpture Park Explorer Pack. Diners will enjoy a shared-... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

13 Chef Hat Award
1 Mar 25 -
31 May 26

Pt. Leo Estate Vintage Vertical

For Wine Lovers. Book Now

Enter Pt. Leo Estate's museum of wines and experience five vintages of your favourite varietal (Pinot Noir or Chardonnay). Learn about the effects of growing conditions and subtle nuances of the wi... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

13 Chef Hat Award
1 Mar -
31 May

Vespre Bar - The Peninsula’s Signature Wine Bar

Reservations recommended

Tucked away within Pt. Leo Estate, Vespre Bar is the Saturday night destination to discover this autumn. Set within sleek, intimate surrounds, it brings together great wine, classic cocktails and a... more
Pt. Leo Restaurant

Pt. Leo Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

13 Chef Hat Award
1 Mar -
31 May

Evenings Refined. Weekends Redefined.

Insider Tip: Arrive Early

At Pt. Leo Restaurant, autumn evenings invite a slower, more considered pace. Sophisticated yet welcoming, featuring a seasonal autumn menu, award-winning wines and expansive coastal views that sof... more
Laura

Laura

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

17 Chef Hat Award
1 Mar -
31 May

Where Autumn Evenings, Culinary Excellence, Wine & Art Align

Saturday Evenings Only

Victoria’s only member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux global luxury group and two chef hat restaurant, Laura presents a refined autumn experience shaped by the region’s finest seasonal produc... more
Laura

Laura

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

17 Chef Hat Award
3 Jul 25 -
30 Jun 26

Table d’Hôte: Luxury dining perfectly timed at Laura, Pt. Leo Estate

Reserve Your Experience

What is “Table d’Hôte” one may ask? It’s Laura's signature luxury dining experience, thoughtfully curated for guests who appreciate both exceptional cuisine and their valuable time. Laura’s Table d... more
Laura

Laura

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Merricks North

17 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan 25 -
30 Jun 26

Laura Signature Luxe Experience

Reserve your expereince

Enjoy a bespoke five course menu with supplements, expertly paired with wines, a private tour of the Sculpture Park and a personalised, private wine tasting. Inclusions: Welcome cocktail on arr... more
Bass & Flinders Distillery

Bass & Flinders Distillery

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Dromana

1 Apr -
30 Jun

Gin High Tea

Book Now!

Indulge in a delightful fusion of sophistication and flavour with Bass & Flinders Distillery’s Gin High Tea — a unique twist on a timeless tradition. Set in the stunning surrounds of the Mornington... more
Bass & Flinders Distillery

Bass & Flinders Distillery

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Dromana

1 Apr -
30 Jun

Bottomless Brunch

Book Now!

Gather your crew and settle in for a decadent feast featuring a carefully curated selection of gourmet brunch dishes, from hearty classics to lighter, seasonal delights. Sip your way through a sele... more
Bass & Flinders Distillery

Bass & Flinders Distillery

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Dromana

1 Apr -
30 Jun

Gin Masterclass

Blend your own Gin!

Guided by expert distillers, you’ll uncover how botanicals shape the flavor, aroma, and character of gin. Then, let your imagination take the lead as you blend your own gin recipe from a wide selec... more
Bass & Flinders Distillery

Bass & Flinders Distillery

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Dromana

1 Apr -
30 Jun

Farm to Table

Indulge locally!

Come, sit, and unwind as you indulge in a truly local experience at Bass & Flinders Distillery. Discover a curated cocktail list inspired by the flavours of home — two bespoke creations that celebr... more
Butterken Bakery

Butterken Bakery

Bakery   $$$$$

Mount Eliza

30 Mar -
30 Jun

Taste Tradition, Fresh from the Oven

At Butterken Bakery, we bring the art of authentic German-style baking to Mount Eliza. From hand-crafted sourdough and pretzels to seasonal pastries and fresh sandwiches, every item is baked on-sit... more
Butterken Bakery

Butterken Bakery

Bakery   $$$$$

Mount Eliza

30 Mar -
30 Jun

Artisan Sourdough, Handcrafted Daily

Freshly baked sourdough

At Butterken Bakery, our sourdough is handcrafted with care using traditional techniques and the finest local ingredients. Each loaf is naturally fermented, resulting in a crisp, golden crust and a... more
Red Gum BBQ

Red Gum BBQ

American   $$$$$

Red Hill

23
Apr

Pitmaster Masterclass

Transform Your BBQ Game

Learn the art of low and slow cooking with the Red Gum BBQ Pitmaster. This BBQ Pitmaster Class is for a small group of aspiring Pitmasters or those simply wanting to take their BBQ to the next leve... more
Red Gum BBQ

Red Gum BBQ

American   $$$$$

Red Hill

23 Feb -
31 Dec

Memorable Group Dining & Celebration Experiences

Rustic Southern BBQ

Host your next celebration, corporate event, or social gathering at Red Gum BBQ, where Southern-style smoked meats and hearty sides set the scene for memorable occasions. With flexible indoor and o... more
Red Gum BBQ

Red Gum BBQ

American   $$$$$

Red Hill

1 Jan 25 -
19 Dec 26

Celebrate with BBQ - Venue Hire

Enquire Today!

From intimate gatherings to big BBQ blowouts, Red Gum BBQ has your occasion covered. Book a table, host in our private Timber Room, or take over the whole venue for up to 140 BBQ-loving guests. Per... more
CPTN Jack's

CPTN Jack's

Mediterranean   $$$$$

Somerville

12 Feb -
30 Apr

Steak Night

Every Thursday

Make Thursday your new favourite steak night at Captain Jack’s. Our Steak Series features a rotating cut of the week, expertly cooked to melt-in-your-mouth perfection and served with golden Kipfler... more