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Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula Restaurants With Air Conditioning

Mother's Day Sunday 11 May 2025Celebrate Mother's Day at Tempo Kitchen & Bar! Open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Gather your loved ones and join us for an amazing feast on the Geelong Waterfront as we celebrate the incred...
360Q

360Q

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Queenscliff

Looking For a Midweek Pick-Me-Up? Book Now!Treat yourself to an indulgent dining experience at 360Q. Whether it’s a special date night or a catch-up with friends, we’ll make your evening one to remember. Don’t forget to ask about our wine p...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Italian"
Centra Hotel

Centra Hotel

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Geelong

Fronting Yarra Street with easy confidence is Geelong’s Centra Hotel, an all-in-one dining destination for Italian-style cuisine. Bedecked in elements resonating with a modern public drinking house...
Happy Hour!Wednesday- Sunday 4-6pm!HAPPY HOUR, every day we're open! Join us Wednesday to Sunday from 4pm to 6pm and wind down the right way: Schooners – $8, House wine – $8, Aperol Spritz – $12. The drinks are cold. The vibes? Imma...
Emerge

Emerge

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Geelong

The New Emerge!Coming Soon...The rumours are true! Emerge is moving to a new location. The new amazing space is just behind Emerge, with the new address being 31-33 Little Ryrie Street. Emerge has really outgrown is current...
MANO DELI EASTERHOUSEMADE HOT X-BUNS OPEN EASTER WEEKEND 8-1pm Housemade Hot X Buns and tasty treats...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Steak"
Parkers Steakhouse Geelong

Parkers Steakhouse Geelong

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Geelong

Set in a charmingly rustic bluestone building circa 1853 at the end of Shorts Place is Parkers Steakhouse, a reputable restaurant on the Geelong dining scene. With an inviting atmosphere and rappor...
Belmont Hotel (Geelong)

Belmont Hotel (Geelong)

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Belmont

Long a favourite watering hole for locals, the Belmont Hotel on High Street in Belmont is also one of Geelong’s top function venues. Taking inspiration from the original 1920s décor, think glamorou...
The Elephant Tusk

The Elephant Tusk

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Belmont

Explore the tantalising world of Thai cuisine at The Elephant Tusk on Belmont Square in Belmont. This locally-loved dining destination exudes stylish charm with moody lighting, dark red clothed tab...
Have Dessert With UsDon't Skip It!Life’s too short to skip dessert, come and grab your favourite, we have many options on the menu. Book with us now!
Alma

Alma

South American   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Geelong

12 Chef Hat Award
Felix

Felix

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Geelong

13 Chef Hat Award
Bistrot Plume

Bistrot Plume

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Geelong

12 Chef Hat Award
Biggest Range of Artisan Plant Cheeses in Victoria!COME AND TRY! We have an incredible range of artisan plant cheeses including Rebel and Rascal, The Vegan Dairy, Fine Cultures, Dilectio, Artisa, Botanical Cuisine, Yay, All The Things, Lauds and more! This ain't...
Arani Thai Restaurant

Arani Thai Restaurant

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Geelong

Fresh, bold and imaginative Thai fare is on the menu at Arani Thai Restaurant on Malop Street in Geelong. Settle into a moody vibe of subdued lighting, spice-coloured walls and potted greenery, wit...
Cafe Go

Cafe Go

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Geelong

Cafe GO Geelong is the place for breakfast Geelong, lunch Geelong, coffee Geelong, functions Geelong, catering Geelong, or just to have a beer in the courtyard ...
PikNik

PikNik

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Swan Bay

Starting out as a market stall selling produce that had been ‘picked and nicked’ from local farms, PikNik on Queenscliff Road in Swan Bay is now a well-loved dining destination for locals and visit...