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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
Mother's day Lunch & DinnerMother's dayJoin us at The Woodhouse Bar & Grill as we celebrate! We're open for both lunch and dinner to mark the special occasion. Call to book (03) 5443 8671
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...
Thursday Steak Night$28 PorterhouseEnjoy a 300g porterhouse served with your choice of sauce, chips & salad for just $28
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sat 8:00 AM

Ballarat

Mother's Day High TeaMother's Day Join us for an indulgent High Tea with all your favourites including house-made cakes, slices and pastries, sandwiches and tasty savoury offerings. Also included is your choice of a complimentary g...
Foodshack

Foodshack

American   $$$$$   Opens Sat 7:30 AM

Bendigo

Borchelli Ristorante

Borchelli Ristorante

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

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 ...
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...
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...
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...
Wine Bank on View

Wine Bank on View

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

Weekly Wine TastingWednesday NightsInterested in learning more about wine? Starting at 5.30 pm most Wednesdays, Wine Bank offers the opportunity for the public and members, to enjoy tasting a wide selection of wines from a large ran...
Run Rabbit Run

Run Rabbit Run

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sat 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

Ballarat

16 Chef Hat Award
Chauncy

Chauncy

French   $$$$$   Opens Sat 12:30 PM

Heathcote

15 Chef Hat Award
Fox & Giraffe

Fox & Giraffe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sat 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...
Don's Kitchen

Don's Kitchen

Malaysian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Ballarat

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 5:30 PM

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 | CANDI WADESun April 27 from 5.30pmCandi captivates audiences with her raw and honest delivery. Exploring alternative outlets for songwriting with a vocal looper, Candi showcases her love for composing, the layering of harmonies an...
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 ...