Dining
Dine at one of the Great Ocean Road region's finest restaurants serving fresh seafood straight from the ocean and fantastic locally grown produce. Enjoy wonderful seafood at the Geelong waterfront or take a leisurely lunch at the beautiful restaurant on the jetty at Barwon Heads. For fine dining, try one of the excellent winery restaurants such as Pettavel or Oakdene.
You'll also find a wide selection of dining options in the main coastal resorts along the Great Ocean Road. From casual sidewalk cafés with views of the ocean to acclaimed restaurants, all serve the freshest produce from the sea and from the farming hinterland. To dine with an ocean view, head for Chris's at Beacon Point in the hills overlooking Apollo Bay or the delightfully casual Timboon Railway Shed Distillery. Further down the coast at Port Fairy, Merrijig Inn also offers a sensational menu sure to satisfy your foodie expectation.
The Age Good Food Guide
Experience restaurants awarded hats in The Age Good Food Guide 2012.
Restaurants & Cafes
Darriwill Farm specialises in unique and exclusive gourmet food, giftware and boutique wines.The world's finest produce and wines are sourced direct...
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Riva Vue is situated adjacent to the banks of the Anglesea River in Victoria, Australia, approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, from the Melbourne CBD...
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Geelong Cats and Club Cats know how to put on a great performance - on and off the field. For food, functions and fun you can't go past Club Cats....
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Every facet of Black Sheep Restaurant from its mouth watering menu to the stunning ambience and stylish rustic décor has been created with warmth and...
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"It's all about the experience"Located at 'The Breakwater' and with the best views in town, the Pavilion Cafe & Bar offers breakfast and lunch...
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Chris's Villas offer accommodation all year round and many diners choose to stay the night after enjoying a meal and a fine wine or two.Chris's is...
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The Queenscliff Hotel is a heritage treasure-one of the great 19th Century seaside resort hotels.It features an outdoor dining area with sea views,...
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Overlooks the breathtaking magnificence of Torquay beach. Sophisticated décor and peaceful ambience greets you, along with the friendly staff. With...
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Truffleduck was established in Geelong in 1988 and since then has grown to be regarded by many as Geelong's premier caterer.Whether it is a wedding,...
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Dining is only part of the experience. Baveras is on the eastern side of the weathered beauty that is Cunningham Pier, 250 metres out over Corio Bay....
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The ASLSC clubhouse overlooks the main Anglesea beach and has one of the most spectacular views along the Great Ocean Road and Surf Coast.The Club...
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The Wharf Shed Café offers casual waterfront dining with seating for over 350, including sheltered outdoor terraces. Open from 10.00am until late on...
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Bellbrae Estates aim is to create wine from owned and local fruit while maintaining an accessible price point and relative high quality to suit...
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Open early for a scrumptious breakfast and offers a fresh and delicious lunch menu, seven days a week.Eat-in or take-away, The Dock Cafe and Chippery...
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Wickens Provedore & Deli offer a range of freshly baked bread, cakes, pies, sandwiches, and baguettes, as well as introducing a range of house made...
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The Iluka Motel & Restaurant is a restaurant and accommodation all in one. This is a motel offering free parking as well as restaurant cooking...
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The dining room is the definition of warmth from the double sided fireplace to the rich timber features and colours. It is a lovely intimate dining...
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Marks Restaurant, featured in the 2011 Good Food Guide and celebrating over 20 years on the Surf coast.Quality whiting and salmon are coming into the...
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The Apollo Bay hotel is situated on the Great Ocean Road, three hours drive west of Melbourne on one of the most scenic drives in the world.The Hotel...
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The Sporting Globe is a casual restaurant and bar in central Geelong. It boasts great quality food, can cater for large groups, and also offers three...
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Prendergast and Grace is a delightful bakery cafe offering:- A relaxed cafe atmosphere with a full and varied menu including daily house specialties...
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Sailors' Rest have been dishing up delicious food to locals and tourists alike since 2001 steadily building a reputation for excellence. The iconic...
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Situated on the water's edge, with panoramic views of Barwon Bluff to Port Phillips Heads and beyond, At The Heads is a one of a kind venue. Located...
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Originally known as the Phoenix Hotel until 1952, it was renamed The Wool Exchange Hotel to reflect its clientele of local wool workers. In 2006 the...
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Welcome to the iconic Botanic Café on the Lake opened since 1997. Whether it's a relaxed drink or coffee with friends on the deck, or a delicious...
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"If Chef Simon Yarham's menu were a painting, it would contain elaborate flourishes, busy curlicues, curious daubs of texture and, above all,...
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Empire Grill is a unique experience, critically acclaimed for exceptional, food, wine and service in comfortable surroundings. Weddings, conferences,...
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The Black Bull has quick $10 lunches available Monday to Friday and long dinners, with private dining and set menu options, every night of the week....
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The Promenade Restaurant is located on the top floor of the historic Eastern Beach House, with outstanding views it is the perfect spot to dine for...
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Beach House Barwon Heads has been operational for over two and a half years, in the once Barwon Heads fire station. This beautifully renovation venue...
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On your way through the bustling seaside town of Lorne you will come across a small boutique cafe and gift shop known as the Erskine River Trading...
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Just a turn off the Great Ocean Road, The Beach Hotel Jan Juc offers a relaxing dining experience, bar & bistro with kids play area, TAB and bottle...
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Ba Ba Lu Restaurant & Bar offers all day service Breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as coffee and a delicious selection of homemade pastries and...
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Zeally's Bar and Grill is located right on the beach in Torquay's town centre. The restaurant offers a relaxed, eye pleasing dining experience all...
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At the mouth of the Erskine River, the Swing Bridge Café and Paddle Boat Hire has an ambience that is a world away from the excitement and bustle of...
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For thirty four years Le Parisien has offered fine food, wines and dedicated service to the Geelong region. Fully licensed with over 350 wines to...
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The Offshore Cafe is located in the heart of a small beach town Anglesea. Catering for both take-away and eat-in, this quaint little cafe boasts cafe...
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Based on Geelong's spectacular waterfront, Edge Geelong is the place to be!This gorgeous north facing bar gives patrons a world-class view of the...
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Old shed full of junk? Come and see how the owners, Jacqui and Sean Doyle, reinvented theirs with Café La Hoot! The cafe is a little known secret on...
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Rolling Pin Pies and Cakes is a locally owned and run business that caters for Geelong, the Surfcoast and the Bellarine Peninsula. The business is...
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At Sunnybrae Restaurant & Cooking School, classes begin with a good coffee and a bite before you sit down informally to discuss the days' cooking....
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With menus changing seasonally to incorporate the freshest ingredients from local suppliers, Oddfellows delivers classic fare with a modern twist....
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Torquay Waves Italian Restaurant has a great family setting. Specialising in both pizza and pasta meals at reasonable prices, this is definitely a...
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The Dunes Cafe Bar & Restaurant is sitting on the dunes overlooking the main beach of Ocean Grove. This is an amazing location. There is a world...
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Jack Rabbit is situated down a meandering country lane, on a majestic Bellarine peak with views of rolling paddocks and coastal cliffs. An...
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Come on in and enjoy the marvellous view of the Barwon Heads river and relax in the Barwon Heads Hotel dining area or outdoor courtyard over a...
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Rolling Pin Pies and Cakes is a locally owned and run business that caters for Geelong, the Surfcoast and the Bellarine Peninsula. The business is...
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Welcome to Winchelsea Tavern. Fine food, fine wine and refreshing beer. The Tavern serves the finest in foods and refreshments. The chefs are...
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Black Salt Restaurant commands sweeping views of the magnificent Corio Bay taking in Geelong City all the way to Portarlington.Emphasising local...
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The Pier Geelong is a beautifully designed, versatile and comfortable function venue. Catering for up to 700 guests seated or 1100 guests' cocktail...
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