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Great Ocean Road Restaurants With Water Views

Clock by the Bay

Clock by the Bay

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

Portland

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Proudfoots by the River

Proudfoots by the River

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
Simon's Waterfront

Simon's Waterfront

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 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...
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!
Margaret & Agnes

Margaret & Agnes

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 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   $$$$$

Lorne

12 Chef Hat Award
"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...
Love House

Love House

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Anglesea

Fisho's Torquay

Fisho's Torquay

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Torquay

Pippies by the Bay

Pippies by the Bay

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

Warrnambool

Located at the Flagstaff Hill visitor's centre, Pippies by the Bay offers locals and tourists alike a place to dine with a panorama over Warrnambool's dazzling bay. Relax with friends in a warm atm...
Gordon Hotel Portland

Gordon Hotel Portland

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 8:30 AM

Portland

Overlooking the scenic Portland Harbour, The Gordon Hotel is the premier entertainment venue in Portland and is proud to be the establishment with the longest running liquor license in Victorian hi...
Sandbah Cafe

Sandbah Cafe

International   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Torquay

Sandbah Cafe ticks along very nicely in the middle of Torquay’s bustling Gilbert Street. This iconic café is just the spot if you’re in search of a scrumptious breakfast or a casual lunch. Open fro...
Chopstix

Chopstix

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Lorne

Apollo Bay Bakery

Apollo Bay Bakery

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Apollo Bay

Seaview Indian Restaurant offers casual, family dining serving traditional cuisine such as Butter Chicken or Lamb Rogan Josh. A range of heat levels are available to suit your palate.