Great Ocean Road
Regarded as one of Australia's best restaurants, Brae was established in 2012 by acclaimed chef Dan Hunter, who made his name at Dunkeld's Royal Mail…
Must-see restaurants in Victoria
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Melbourne
It took three years to transform King and Godfree, an Italian grocer since 1884, into this multi-venue wonder. There's Johnny's Green Room, with 360…
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Melbourne
Arguably Australia's best Japanese restaurant – if you care to empty your pockets and book two months in advance. It's hidden down a side street; the best…
Great Ocean Road
This outstanding modern Greek taverna is a Great Ocean Road institution that balances fine dining with a relaxed coastal approach. Meze such as seared…
Great Ocean Road
With its unbeatable foreshore location, here life is literally a beach, especially with a cold drink in hand. Cafe-style breakfasts and lunches hit the…
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Victoria
Dunkeld's main attraction is the Wickens at the Royal Mail, awarded two coveted Good Food Guide chef's hats and long regarded as one of Victoria's finest…
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Victoria
This esteemed restaurant in the tiny town of Lindenow adds to regional Victoria's culinary cachet. Run by a husband-and-wife team – who together boast an…
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Victoria
Opened in late 2018, this stylish cafe by expat British chef Rob Turner is symbolic of Bairnsdale's great gastronomic leap forward. Here the star is…
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Great Ocean Road
One of Melbourne's hottest restaurants has gone for a sea change: setting up on the ground floor of the Lorne pub, MoVida has brought its authentic…
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Victoria
Don't miss the opportunity to treat yourself at Gippsland's only restaurant to be awarded a coveted Good Food Guide chef's hat. Opened by the former head…
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Victoria
Bairnsdale's oldest pub (established 1878) has undergone a refit by its hardworking owner-chef, Sekove, who with his family's help has transformed this…
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Great Ocean Road
At the time of research Anglesea's finest restaurant was in the process of relocating to a new address, but in the meantime they've just launched Fish by…
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Victoria
A contributing factor to the buzz about the reopened Theatre Royal, Bistro Lola features a menu of classy Italian mains rarely seen in this neck of the…
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Victoria
With a passionate chef at its helm, Tahbilk Café harnesses seasonal, organic and biodynamic produce from local suppliers for slow-roasted lamb, baked…
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Victoria
After a successful stint as head chef at the lauded Movida Sydney, local-boy-made-good James Campbell has returned to his home town of Cavendish to open…
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Victoria
There's absolutely no trade-off for flavour in Sweet Meadow's great vegan and plant-based menu. Overflowing with seasonal fruit, quite possibly Australia…
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Victoria
A remnant of the lucrative Victoria Hills goldfields, this grand heritage hotel (1857) just west of central Bendigo has been taken over by the folk from…
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Victoria
One of central Victoria's best restaurants, this fine place has a menu that changes with the seasons and dish descriptions that read like a culinary short…
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Victoria
Dating back to the 1920s, this place is the heart of the district, frequented by locals and visitors alike. Its La Marzocco espresso machine is used to…
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Victoria
This fabulous spot has the town's best coffee. Cuisine follows a paddock-to-plate ethos, and there are local veggies and oranges for sale. For breakfast…
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Victoria
With a riverside location, Rinaldo's serves up Northern Italian flavours including seasonal specials making the most of local produce. Try lighter meals…
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Victoria
In a warehouse-style space clad in warm brick tones, Woodhouse has some of the finest steaks you'll find in regional Victoria – all cooked on a red-gum…
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Victoria
This renowned cafe in a renovated timber building serves simple food with flair. It prides itself on using organic, low-impact suppliers and products –…
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Melbourne
What was a small cart now has a shop complete with 40 seats, neon, pretty sage-colour tiling and Savignac-inspired posters. Cheap-eats favourite Maker &…
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Victoria
Home of the acclaimed Kooyong Estate pinot noir and chardonnay, this stunning Wood Marsh–designed winery resembles the lair of a Bond villain. Its…
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Victoria
The current darling of the Goldfields food scene, this intimate, minimalist 12 seater only opens for a handful of seatings – and it's booked out for…
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Great Ocean Road
Simon and Kara from Bespoke Harvest in Forrest have relocated to Birregurra to set up their new venture along the town's main drag. Its innovative, daily…
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Victoria
This cafe-gallery in the 1856 general store has fast attracted a following – people travel far for its gourmet food, using fresh local produce only, and…
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Melbourne
The ironbark charcoal grill at George Calombaris’ northern outpost works overtime as long-time staff serve and chat with ease. The slow-roasted lamb…
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Great Ocean Road
From the same family that ran Kosta – a much-loved Lorne restaurant – comes this smart taverna that occupies the same location where it all started in…
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Victoria
In the township of Tinamba, 10km west of Maffra, this classy restaurant is well known for its delectable menu using regional, seasonal produce. Its dining…
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Melbourne
This contemporary Southeast Asian laneway restaurant sits in a former car park. It's slick, with metal scaffolding, raw brick, a long communal table and…
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Melbourne
The newest branch of Melbourne's favourite pasticceria chain occupies sleek, central digs right near Flinders St Station. Try not to drool as you walk…
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Great Ocean Road
In the old post office is this seafront cottage cafe with wooden floorboards, art on the walls, an open fireplace and a vintage record player spinning…
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Victoria
Its name references the sun-kissed Tuscan island, and Bistro Elba's menu reflects this Mediterranean inspiration. Stylishly casual, it's one of Sorrento's…
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Victoria
Eating here is like taking a culinary tour of the Mediterranean – Greek, Lebanese and North African dishes all get a run with subtle flavours. The decor…
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Victoria
Miss Amelie's elegant dining room is easily Albury Wodonga's classiest place to eat, and the menu and service also don't disappoint. Mains could include…
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Melbourne
Seating 25 people, chef Julian Hills serves an eight-course tasting menu (five courses for $85 on Wednesday and Thursday), expertly prepared using local…
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Melbourne
The original of four locations, Gensuke only does one thing and does it extraordinarily well: tonkotsu (pork broth) ramen. Choose from four types – …
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Victoria
Not your usual country bakery, here it's all about hand-rolled croissants baked with Belgian butter, among other mind-blowing sugary pastries. Its pies…
