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TUCKA @ Maffco

TUCKA @ Maffco

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Maffra

12 Chef Hat Award
Mother's
Day

Mother’s Day Lunch At Maffco Beer Hall

Sunday May 10

Join us this Mother’s Day for a relaxed and welcoming celebration at Maffco Beer Hall. Enjoy a special two-course Mother’s Day lunch, perfect for gathering with family and treating Mum to something... more
TUCKA @ Maffco

TUCKA @ Maffco

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Maffra

12 Chef Hat Award
20 Feb -
20 May

Chargrilled Zucchini with Pine Nut Crunch

Summer on a Plate

At TUCKA @ Maffco, enjoy our seasonal bounty of zucchini, chargrilled to perfection and paired with creamy minted yogurt, tangy sumac, and toasted pine nuts. This fresh, vibrant dish celebrates loc... more
TUCKA @ Maffco

TUCKA @ Maffco

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Maffra

12 Chef Hat Award
20 Feb -
20 May

A Nordic Winter Celebration

Annual Viking Dinner

Our annual Viking Dinner returns this winter, bringing a bold and hearty feast inspired by Nordic tradition. Expect generous shared platters, robust flavours and a lively atmosphere perfect for gat... more
TUCKA @ Maffco

TUCKA @ Maffco

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Maffra

12 Chef Hat Award
19 Feb -
24 May

Brewery Dining Experience

Food with Craft Brews

Discover 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... more
TUCKA @ Maffco

TUCKA @ Maffco

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Maffra

12 Chef Hat Award
1 Mar -
31 May

Benbullen x TUCKA

Dry Aged by Benbullen

Dry Aged by Benbullen x TUCKA at Maffco returns this March, celebrating premium Benbullen Speckle Park beef. This exclusive dinner showcases expertly dry aged cuts, thoughtfully prepared to highlig... more
Sault

Sault

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
3 Feb -
3 May

Seven Courses, One Unforgettable Evening

Midweek Tasting Menu

Discover our 7-Course Midweek Tasting Menu, thoughtfully crafted to showcase seasonal flavours. From witlof salad and ocean trout to glazed duck and Hopkins River eye fillet, each course is paired ... more
Sault

Sault

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
3 Feb -
3 May

Weekend Indulgence

3 or 4 Courses

Experience our Weekend 3- or 4-Course Menu, featuring house-baked 72-hour sourdough and cultured butter. Choose from dishes like witlof salad, ocean trout, potato agnolotti, glazed duck, confit por... more
Sault

Sault

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
3 Feb -
3 May

3 or 4 Course Midweek Menu

Seasonal Menu

Enjoy 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... more
Sault

Sault

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Daylesford

15 Chef Hat Award
3 Feb -
3 May

7-Course Weekend Tasting Experience

Saturday & Sunday

Experience our 7-course Weekend Tasting Menu, crafted to showcase the best of the season. From witlof salad and ocean trout to glazed duck and Hopkins River eye fillet, every course is thoughtfully... more
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
10
May

Mother's Day Lunch at Alium

Sunday 10th May

Treat 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. more
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
28
May

Five-course wine dinner celebrating Pook Road Vineyard

Thursday 28 May 2026

Join us at Alium Dining for an exclusive wine dinner in collaboration with Pook Road Vineyard. On Thursday 23 April 2026, we invite you to settle in for an evening that celebrates bold wines and th... more
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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
Tulip Restaurant

Tulip Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong West

13 Chef Hat Award
11 Feb -
16 May

Chef’s Tasting Lunch Experience

Seasonal Lunch

Join us at Tulip for lunch Friday and Saturday from 12?pm in Geelong West. Enjoy a relaxed, contemporary dining experience with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from wine and snacks, o... more
Tulip Restaurant

Tulip Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong West

13 Chef Hat Award
11 Feb -
22 May

Chef’s Tasting Dinner Experience

Plates & Wine

Join 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... more
Tulip Restaurant

Tulip Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong West

13 Chef Hat Award
11 Feb -
23 May

Plant-Based Goodness on a Plate

Bold & Delicious

Enjoy our Cauliflower Gratin with coconut and vegetable jus, a vegan dish bursting with flavour. Made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, it’s a perfect choice for a light lunch or dinner. Rich, sati... more
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

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   $$$$$   Open Now

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
Miss Amelie

Miss Amelie

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Wodonga

12 Chef Hat Award
16
May

Miss Amelie x The Paint Yard

Paint and Sip

Miss Amelie is thrilled to announce a Paint and Sip in collaboration with The Paint Yard. We invite you to join us on Saturday 16th May at 11am for a creative and fun way to fill your weekend. T... more
Miss Amelie

Miss Amelie

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Wodonga

12 Chef Hat Award
20 May -
5 Jun

Candlelight Dinners

Back By Popular Demand!

After multiple sold-out dates in April, Miss Amelie is thrilled to announce candlelight dinner dates for May and June. Just as before, we will dim the lights and fill the restaurant with romantic c... more
Miss Amelie

Miss Amelie

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Wodonga

12 Chef Hat Award
10
May

Mother’s Day

Cheers to Mum

Miss Amelie will be open this Mother’s Day, Sunday 10th of May. We will be offering an exclusive lunch service from 12pm. As a toast to how thankful we are, all mums will get a complimentary glass... more