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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:45 AM

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Tribute to Frida Kahlo Lunch MenuThursday-Friday-SaturdayJoin us for a two-course lunch with a beverage for $68 pp or three-course for $78 pp on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. To book your table head to our website https://www.thewoodhouse.com.au
Black Hill Hotel

Black Hill Hotel

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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Thursday Steak Night$28 PorterhouseEnjoy a 300g porterhouse served with your choice of sauce, chips & salad for just $28
Borchelli Ristorante

Borchelli Ristorante

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Bendigo

The brick-laden shopfront of Borchelli Ristorante on View Street effortlessly reflects the Victorian-era boomtown characteristic of Bendigo. Checked red and white tablecloths, friendly hospitality ...
Winter truffle hunt and Degustation LunchMay 31- August 31Embark on a captivating truffle journey with our Truffle Hunt and Chef's Selection, priced at $220. This immersive experience includes a thrilling truffle hunt followed by a six-course chef-curated...
NEM VIET Epsom

NEM VIET Epsom

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Epsom

Find all your favourite Vietnamese street food dishes on the menu at NEM VIET on Midland Highway in Epsom. Step into a bright and breezy vibe of floor-to-ceiling glass windows, distressed timber co...
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

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Mondegreen Cafe Dinner Monthly DinnersMondegreen Cafe will be opening their doors late one night a month and welcoming you in to enjoy a relaxing, degustation style dining experience! Relax and indulge in fine food and wine over a 6...
Wine Bank on View

Wine Bank on View

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bendigo

MEXICAN MENUCelebrating Frida KahloIn celebrating the Bendigo Art Gallery's Frida Kahlo: In Her Own Image Exhibition Chef Callum has put together this amazing Mexican Inspired Menu. Pair it with one of our special CÓCTELES! Come ...
To fulfil cravings for the tantalising spices of Indian cuisine when in Bendigo, join locals heading to Food O’Clock Cafe & Indian Restaurant on Mollison Street. Diners are welcomed inside and invi...
When it comes the authentic flavours of Indian cuisine, think no further than Dosa Hut on Bridge Mall in Bakery Hill. Serving more than 90 varieties of dosa, this Ballarat restaurant has evolved in...
Run Rabbit Run

Run Rabbit Run

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:30 AM

Castlemaine

Patrons entering Run Rabbit Run are first greeted by a charming shop-front sign on Hargraves Street – an indication as to what lies inside this boutique Castlemaine cafe. Exuding a rustic, country ...
Underbar

Underbar

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

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16 Chef Hat Award
Fox & Giraffe

Fox & Giraffe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Bendigo

A love of food, coffee, friends and family come together to create Fox & Giraffe on Bridge Street in Bendigo. This happy little café, situated just a short stroll from the lake, is an ideal spot fo...
Chauncy

Chauncy

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:30 PM

Heathcote

15 Chef Hat Award
Don's Kitchen

Don's Kitchen

Malaysian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

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Serving authentic Malaysian cuisine from recipes handed down from the family kitchen, discerning Ballarat foodies stop by Don’s Kitchen on Heinz Lane for fare with flair. Located in Midlands Golf C...
Jo Joe's

Jo Joe's

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Bendigo

Serving Bendigo locals and visitors for more than 30 years, head to Jo Joe’s restaurant on High Street to appease ravenous pizza cravings. This modern, fast-paced, family-friendly dining destinatio...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Indian"
Sargun Indian Tandoori

Sargun Indian Tandoori

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Bendigo

Experience the spice of life at Sargun Indian Tandoori restaurant on Pall Mall in Bendigo. This upstairs establishment presents a vibrant vibe with red-clothed tables set with white napkins, tradit...
Live Music @ Red Door | PAIGE DUGGANSun APRIL 6 from 5.30pmPaige Duggan is bringing her jazz-indie-folk stylings to Red Door this Sunday, April 6. Bookings recommended, call (03) 53418235 to reserve your table.
Lola at The Provincial Hotel on Lydiard Street North in Ballarat offers stylish European-inspired dining, beautifully shaped each season by the region’s best locally sourced produce. Settle into a ...
Nolans

Nolans

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

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Hop Temple

Hop Temple

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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