AUSTRALIAN GOOD FOOD GUIDE - Home of the Chef Hat Awards

Great Ocean Road Restaurants With Child Friendly

Clock by the Bay

Clock by the Bay

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

Portland

NEW YEAR'S EVE - Special EventBookings RequiredContact us now for your spot at our NEW YEAR'S EVE special event! Click on more info for details and to book:
Proudfoots by the River

Proudfoots by the River

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Warrnambool

A TASTE OF NATIVE AUSTRALIAN CUISINE Book your table nowProudfoots By The River is a unique dining experience set in a historic boathouse. Talented chef, Jack Gleeson, combines local produce and clever use of native Australian ingredients to create a me...
Doc Hughes

Doc Hughes

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 8:30 AM

Torquay

Paying homage to the rich history of the building and bringing a new dining experience to Torquay, Doc Hughes on The Esplanade delivers fresh food made with passion. Nestled on the shore of Torquay...
Pond Cafe

Pond Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Torquay

Breakfast & Lunch All Day Order Online Want to skip the queue and enjoy our delicious menu, place your order online now!
Simon's Waterfront

Simon's Waterfront

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

Warrnambool

Warrnambool's dramatic coastline forms the spectacular backdrop to Simon's Waterfront restaurant on Pertobe Road. Nestled atop Warrnambool Surf Lifesaving Club, this idyllic location presents diner...
Thai@Dunes Restaurant

Thai@Dunes Restaurant

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Torquay

Lunch SpecialsTuesday - Sunday Join at Thai@Dunes Restaurant for our delicious lunch specials - available Tuesday - Sunday. Book Now!
Noodledoof Brewing Co

Noodledoof Brewing Co

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Koroit

Named after the owners' nicknames, head to Noodledoof Brewing Co on Commercial Road in Koroit for all things beer and pub fare. This rustic brewpub and distillery on Great Ocean Road, housed in a f...
Whether dining out for a special occasion or just needing a break from cooking, Gregory's Café-Restaurant on Bank Street in Port Fairy is a well-loved local eatery. A simple, yet chic décor with ha...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Seafood"
There’s something fishy going on at Blakes Restaurant on Bank Street in Port Fairy. Cosily nestled in the historic Dublin House, Blakes is the local go-to spot for sparkling fresh seafood and a rel...
Have you popped into harbour lights lately?Call us today!We have so many options for breakfast lunch and dinner available come in and say hello. We are open 7 days a week from 6am! Give us a call on 03 5523 2175
Gypsy Burger

Gypsy Burger

Burger   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Torquay

Not just a burger restaurant!Food Truck CateringOur journey actually began 9 years ago as a mobile catering & food truck operation offering a huge range of canapes and desserts in addition to our burger offering. We have just added a third truck...
Margaret & Agnes

Margaret & Agnes

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Portland

No trip to Portland is complete without a coffee stop and bite to eat at Margaret & Agnes café on Bentinck Street. Soak up all the Great Ocean Road has to offer alfresco while sipping a brew of cho...
Ipsos

Ipsos

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Lorne

12 Chef Hat Award
HugSiam Thai

HugSiam Thai

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Torquay

No trip down the Great Ocean Road is complete without a meal at HugSiam Thai restaurant on Pearl Street in Torquay. A full glass frontage provides an abundance of natural light to this bright and b...
"Breakfast Taco"
Locally-loved Bohemia Café & Bar on Kepler Street is the place to go in Warrnambool for a caffeine fix and fare with flair. This warm and inviting diner greets guests with a cottage-style façade, w...
Take a trip along Great Ocean Road to find Warrnambool’s most famous family dining destination, Images Restaurant on Liebig Street. Nestled in a beautiful heritage building in the heart of the city...
Cafe El Nido

Cafe El Nido

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Torquay

No trip along Great Ocean Road is complete without a stop at Café El Nido on Fischer Street in Torquay. Inspired by a favourite hideaway in the Philippines, this locally-loved eatery offers a cosy,...
THE VICTORIA HOTEL Port Fairy offers impressive spaces and exciting menu options to suit any occasion. Our historic Drill Hall is a contemporary and unique room perfect for your wedding, party or n...
Casalingo

Casalingo

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Apollo Bay

Tucked away down a side street, Casalingo is a well kept secret amongst the locals of Apollo Bay – but it’s what’s inside that is truly hard to keep quiet. Smart set décor of chandeliers, linen tab...
Bojangles Pizza Restaurant

Bojangles Pizza Restaurant

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Warrnambool