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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Victoria
With a passionate chef at its helm, Tahbilk Café harnesses seasonal, organic and biodynamic produce from local suppliers for slow-roasted lamb, baked…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Victoria
With a riverside location, Rinaldo's serves up Northern Italian flavours including seasonal specials making the most of local produce. Try lighter meals…
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…
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 –…
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 &…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Melbourne
The original of four locations, Gensuke only does one thing and does it extraordinarily well: tonkotsu (pork broth) ramen. Choose from four types – …
