For a quick bite, a group celebration or a formal occasion, there's plenty of options.
Geelong has a huge range of places to eat, both in the city and in the surrounding suburbs, precincts and regions. Formal restaurants awarded hats by The Age Good Food Guide, quick and cheerful cafes with better-than-average coffee and loads of venues that take advantage of our position on the coast to offer views, al fresco and an amazing range of local produce.
Situated on the Bellarine Peninsula, walking distance from Searoad Ferries, The Q Train, The Blues Train, Dolphin Swims and the only Black Lighthouse in the Southern…
Victoria's historic coastal town of Queenscliff is home to the world's one and only Blues Train. It is a unique experience that combines four of Australia's best…
The Potato Shed is a thriving hub of arts activity on the beautiful Bellarine and just 20 minutes from the Geelong CBD. Boasting a full range of professional and…
Provenance means the place of origin. Everything they do from vineyard to glass is about preserving the identity of place.The cellar door, restaurant and winery…
Banks Road Vineyard is a small family run vineyard and winery on the Bellarine Peninsula just outside Geelong, on approximately 12 acres. The 12 acres of grapes…
The Driftwood Café serves great coffee, fantastic all day breakfasts, delicious lunches and dinners (Friday and Saturday). Fully licensed, the cafe also serves many…
The Bungalow Restaurant say that when you cook with love, you provide food for the soul, which is why Drysdale’s newly opened restaurant, The Bungalow, thrives as…
Rolling Pin Pies and Cakes Ocean Grove and Queenscliff was officially judged Australia's Best Pie Maker 2013, taking the 'humble meat pie' to new heights. Walk…
Officially judged Australia's Best Pie Maker 2013, Rolling Pin Pies and Cakes Queenscliff has taken the humble meat pie to new heights. The famous local bakery has…
At Shelter Shed Bar and Eatery, the menu has been influenced by the abundance of local produce in the region. The main menu items are cooked fresh on the grill.…
Harry's Kiosk is an iconic cafe located on the Queenscliff front beach foreshore. Harry's has a contemporary menu mixed with Asian flavours. Harry's is fully licensed…
Fresh meals with an emphasis on delicious local produce and specialized roasted coffee. Engaging staff enhance your leisurely cafe dining experience, we celebrate…
Geelong Performing Arts Centre is a hub for live entertainment in the region, attracting some of the best performers from throughout Australia and overseas. Located…
Murphys is a venue that has something for everyone. Between the front bar, restaurant, vibrant rooftop bar and third level sky garden, they pride themselves on everything…
Public is a licensed contemporary café set inside the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre's magnificent Dome. Located on the ground floor and overlooking the revamped…
Located at the top of the hill on the main strip of Portarlington, Pier Front Pizzeria is a traditional style Italian pizzeria, offering a classic selection of authentic…
ALMA Restaurant's fancy definition is ‘contemporary Australian dining with the flavours of South America’, but basically it is the best produce they can find, served…
Emerge is a contemporary restaurant featuring modern Australian cuisine in Geelong. The restaurant focuses on simple ingredients of quality, flavour and locality…
Skye and her staff eagerly await your visit to dine in the Ripview Bistro at the Queenscliff Bowling Club. The menu is fantastic, so keep an eye out for the next…
The 18th Amendment of the United States Constitution effectively established the prohibition of alcoholic beverages in the United States by declaring the production,…
Bannockburn Station is a fully licensed restaurant set in a beautifully restored bluestone railway station, originally built in 1863. The building features an open…
The 360Q restaurant venue is located at the gorgeous $38 million marina at Queenscliff Harbour. It offers the more casual dining downstairs which is open for breakfast…
Grove Pavilion is an all-weather indoor and outdoor facility based in the Ocean Grove Park. It is your perfect venue for events such as exhibitions, meetings, seminars,…
Geelong Cellar Door is located in the heart of Geelong’s inner CBD, conveying an ‘old world’ charm, with the intended ambience of a smart, sophisticated, wine savvy…
Piano Bar Geelong is a success story since opening in May 2015. As Victoria’s only dedicated piano bar, the bar offers the unparalleled atmosphere that only a piano…
The café at The Wool Exchange Entertainment Complex is the ideal venue for breakfast, lunch, business meetings, catch-ups with friends, or celebrations.Served in…
Welcome to the Sawyers Arms Tavern. One of Geelongs original restaurant hotels, the Sawyers Arms Tavern has been owned by the Clatworthy family for over 60 years.…
Learn to make delicious, nutritious, simple and affordable meals from scratch through hands on cooking. With an emphasis on fresh produce and nutrition, participants…
Geelong's newest cafe is Grounds of Society and will very soon become a favourite. Serving All Press coffee, lunch options and delicious mouth-watering pastries…
Mi Shells Seafood sell fresh, locally caught seafood to the public from their families boat at Queenscliff Harbour. Fish is seasonal but does include from our boat…
Annie's Provedore and Produce Store is located in the heart of charming Barwon Heads. The cafe is filled with the aromas of home cooked meals during the day and…
Lipari is located in central Geelong and is the place to go if you are after gorgeous, traditional Italian food with a specialty in pasta. With modern décor, welcoming…
Perfectly located in the sand dunes overlooking the Ocean Grove surf beach, The Dunes cafe is the ideal spot all year round. Light, open and breezy in summer, warm…
Neo Cafe is a unique cafe in the heart of Geelong's Market Square Shopping Centre. Neo Cafe present the best meals for the best price possible.Enjoy the day of shopping…
Village Cinemas Geelong is the Geelong regions number one destination for movies and entertainment, with 10 traditional cinemas, and two Gold Class cinemas,you can…
Empire Grill is a unique experience, critically acclaimed for exceptional, food, wine and service in comfortable surroundings.Located just over an hour from Melbourne…
Miss Fizz is a Mobile Prosecco Bar servicing the Bellarine Peninsula, Geelong and anywhere else in Victoria upon request.Miss Fizz is a fully licensed 8 foot trailer,…
Market Square Shopping Centre offers over 80 fashion, health and beauty, food, services, electronics and homewares retailers in the heart of Geelong. Shop brands…
Black Bull has quick $20 lunches available Monday to Friday and long dinners, with private dining and set menu options, every night of the week. Whether you are…
Dennys Kitchen serve simple, quality authentic Italian food in the best location.Dennys Kitchen is a traditional Italian restaurant located in the heart of Geelong…
Founded in 1945, The St George Workers Club's original Statement of Purpose was the objective to provide its members with a sporting, social and recreational environment.…
The Geelong Club is one of most respected private members clubs in Victoria.In 1881, in the thriving wool port of Geelong, seventy-six gentlemen formed a club. The…
Inspired by greek traditions and modern styles of cooking. The chef has designed the menu to be as close to family style beach cuisine as possible. With a few twists…
RORO Cafe on the Beach is located right on the beach in Queenscliff, the sand metres away, with large windows offering stunning views across the bay. Serving serious…
Located just steps away from the heart of the Geelong Waterfront you can find the historic and recently renovated Sailors’ Rest building standing tall over Corio…
Hog's Breath Cafe Geelong are all about fresh, quality produce sourced locally from Aussie growers and producers. Every meal is made fresh to order using only the…
Enterprize Tall Ship - Geelong is located right near Steampacket Gardens and the Carousel in the heart of Geelong. Steampacket Jetty is surrounded by the buzz of…
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 beautiful Corio…
The Geelong Boat House offers a range of dining options including fish and chips, a bistro and functions. Fish and chips - dine in or takeaway. Sit at tables on…
The Geelong Football Club's home is GMHBA Stadium in Geelong, Australia. The Club holds events all throughout the year on top of nine Match Days throughout the AFL…
Creating modern food from fresh locally sourced farmers and serving specialty coffee using Axil Coffee Roasters, Box Office Café is set just off Pakington Street,…
The Carousel is an Armitage-Herschell portable steam driven, hand-carved wooden carousel was constructed circa 1892 and is one of only 200 in operation around the…
Curl up and enjoy a coffee and a bite to eat in the warmth of Cafe Go's fireplace or head out back to the hidden leafy green garden space - there is nothing else…
Pivot Cinema is Geelong's only boutique arthouse cinema. It is entirely independent and screens latest release Australian, foreign and independent films everyday…
Son of an elk promise efficiency and excellence from coffee to food. Son of an Elk can be found nestled among the hustle and bustle of the CBD and hospital.Whether…
The Q Train is a moving restaurant train that travels through the heart of The Bellarine between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Drysdale Station is just an easy 15-minute…
Welcome to "At The Heads" Located at the river mouth in Barwon Heads, At The Heads is arguably one of The Bellarine's most unique dining experiences. Fully licensed,…
Purveyors of fresh, local seafood in Geelong since 1971, Fishermen’s Pier is the region’s premier fine dining waterfront restaurant.Uniquely situated over the waters…
Spectacularly situated 250 meters out over the water, The Pier Geelong offers a truly unique atmosphere that your guests will never forget.The Pier Geelong is the…
Geelong’s finest in Indian cuisine. Eastern Spice is the home for best curries in Geelong and has been Voted number one in Geelong foodie poll. Eastern Spice showcases…
Hazy Tales Studio hosts pottery and art kids birthday parties and holiday workshops. For adults there are pottery social evenings 'Clay and Cocktails by Candlelight'…
Chocolates for Everyone is not your normal chocolate shop! Doris would rather make things that you like rather than what she believes would sell. You can also come…
Waterfront Geelong train tours run return trips from the Carousel to Eastern beach pools. The 20 minute rides leave every half hour (every quarter hour during peak…
Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates Geelong is a combined chocolate shop and cafe. There is a large range of chocolates including gift boxes and hampers, truffles and creams…
Come and take in the beautiful views of the marina at the Royal Geelong Yacht Club while enjoying a coffee and cake, breakfast or lunch from Marina View Cafe.Marina…
The Lord of the Isles Tavern is situated on the corner of Latrobe Terrace and West Fyans Street, Newtown, a stones throw away from Kardinia Park. The modern bistro,…
The Elephant and Castle Hotel has been situated on Mckillop Street since 1870. The pub has had many licensees over the 100 years of operation, but one thing has…
Little Creatures Brewing was born out of the love of great beer shared by a few good mates. In particular, it was a hop driven pale ale they tasted in the north…
The Teahouse Cafe is set in the magnificent Geelong Botanical Gardens. The team is committed to re-energising you with quality homemade food and beverages. All of…
Nestled in the grounds of the Little Creatures Village in Geelong, White Rabbit Brewery is a space created for flavour exploration. As you push through the doors…
BrewiColo Brewing Co. is a family run independent craft brewery located on one of the most picturesque coastlines in Victoria, Ocean Grove.Our taproom is right inside…
Manzanillo Grove, with over 4500 olive trees and seven different varieties, was established in 1997 in the fertile valleys of the Bellarine Peninsula Victoria near…
Welcome to Advance Mussel Supply, the home of fresh Portarlington mussels and Angasi oysters. Fresh from the farm to you, come to visit them and see.Advance Mussel…
Batesford Hotel is the perfect place for any wedding, event, lunch and dinner. Located on the banks of the Moorabool River.Batesford Hotel has ideal function rooms…
The Geelong RSL serves its members and the community with a fantastic dining space and veteran services. With an expanded car park to fit 155 cars and new kids…
The Sphinx Entertainment Centre offers a taste of Egypt in the heart of Geelong. The 15 metre Sphinx is your one stop entertainment venue in Geelong.The Sphinx Entertainment…
The love of wine led Archive Wine Bar's owners to start a collection. It all started with this collection, sharing its contents with friends. This collection led…
The Geelong Arena is a multi use sports and entertainment venue, hosting a wide variety of high class events. The venue houses four purpose built basketball courts,…
BAIE Wines is a small batch winemaker producing fine wines made using grapes grown at their Bellarine Peninsula vineyard in Curlewis overlooking Port Phillip Bay.…
Advance Mussel Supply's farm gate sales has grown into its very own little mussel cafe. The Little Mussel Cafe still sell fresh Portarlington mussels by the kilogram…
Leura Park Estate is recognised as a dynamic force on The Bellarine. Founded in 1995, the 150 acre property comprises 40 acres under vine and continues to cement…
Yummy Mummy Lolly Shop is Geelong’s biggest ‘Pick N Mix’ Lolly shop, one foot in the door and you will be sure to take a trip down memory lane. A real hot spot for…
Moorabool Valley Chocolate is a small family-owned business. The chocolates are carefully hand-made in the new chocolate kitchen attached to a 90-year-old farmhouse…
The Federal is a premier dining and entertainment destination in the Victorian regional city of Geelong. Set in the former Federal Woollen Mills, one of the city’s…
The Whiskery is a cellar door, tasting room and cafe located within the Bellarine Distillery, and is set on seven acres in the heart of the Bellarine. Visitors…
The Door Gallery Cafe is Australia's only Indian Antique Door display centre, cafe and wine bar. The Door Gallery Cafe serves gourmet pizzas, platters, sensational…
Take in the Bellarine’s most picturesque views to Queenscliff at Basils Farm. Visit the cellar door to learn more about their passion for wild fermented wines and…
Introducing Drysdale Cheeses, the first commercial goat cheese manufacturer on the Bellarine Peninsula. Registered in December 2005, Drysdale Cheeses concentrates…
Oakdene Vineyards is situated in the maritime region of the Bellarine Peninsula, near Geelong, approximately 90 kilometres from Melbourne. Oakdene's cool climate…
The award winning Oakdene restaurant Marty @ Oakdene is the perfect place to match estate grown wines with the menu of seasonal, local and regional produce prepared…
Mr Grubb @ Oakdene is the latest addition to the Oakdene Vineyards property on the Bellarine Peninsula. Nestled amongst the birch trees, adjacent to the Upside-Down…
Bellarine Estate vineyard and winery is a family owned and operated affair established in 1996 by the Kenny family. There are 30 acres of vines includin Shiraz,…
Bouchon at Bellarine Estate Winery offers a fresh take on French provincial cuisine.Diners enjoy tasty and traditional French favourites combined with local seafood…
Raiders Bingo Centre is Geelong's leading bingo venue, catering to all types of players, from complete beginners to those who are fluent in the bingo lingo.Visitors…
Buckley’s is the place to catch up with friends, relax in a friendly atmosphere and enjoy great food and service. Buckley’s Bistro offers an extensive à la carte…
Bennetts on Bellarine is a family run business situated on the corner of Macadams Lane and Portarlington Road. The Cellar Door is a relaxed open air venue set against…
Established in 1982, Scotchmans Hill is located in the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula. A producer of premium cool maritime climate wines, Scotchmans Hill has been…
Mermerus specialise in the production of fine wine from the Bellarine Peninsula in Southern Victoria. We aim to produce wines that elegantly reflect the terroir…
Unrivalled views across the bay to Geelong, the You Yangs and Melbourne. Jack Rabbit is a must visit destination on the Bellarine.Experience the delectable food,…
As you drive down McAdams Lane to the entrance of Terindah Estate, you gain glimpses of the breathtaking views awaiting you. Terindah Estate is a boutique winery…
The Bellarine Smokehouse produces award winning premium smoked fish. We 'hot smoke' our products using local ti-tree sourced from our local surrounds on the Bellarine.Products…
Kisaan Estate Winery is a family owned boutique winery in Connewarre, approximately three minutes drive from the seaside town of Barwon Heads. The estate sits on…
The Pettavel Australia boasts historical roots back to 1842. From hosting Prince Duke of Edinburgh in 1867 to entertaining five Prime Ministers in recent years,…
Tuckerberry Hill is located on the North East slopes of Murradoc Hill, overlooking Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne and the Heads.Pick Your Own Blueberries or Strawberries…
Merne at Lighthouse is located on the Bellarine Peninsula, conveniently accessible from Geelong and central to nearby Drysdale, Queenscliff, Ocean Grove, Queenscliff…
Russell and Jan McGlashan began establishment of their ten hectare vineyard, McGlashans Wallington Estate in 1995. Four varieties are now planted including Chardonnay,…
Wattle Grove Honey and Beekeeping Supplies is a small farm and company operated by Jim Drever and Stephanie Hinton.Jim has been a registered Beekeeper for many years…
Piknik is a unique café and store in a converted roadhouse in the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula.Piknik is dedicated to providing high quality breakfast and lunch…
Located at Curlewis on the Bellarine Peninsula, Oneday Estate is just over an hour’s drive from Melbourne. The winery is one of the Bellarine Peninsula’s most unique…
Located on the Princes Highway as you come into Geelong, you cannot miss the Norlane Hotel. Offering a variety of ways to enjoy your visit, whether you are looking…
Curlewis Winery is situated on the Bellarine Peninsula, near Geelong, one hours drive south-west of Melbourne.Family owned artisan producers Stefano and Leesa produce…
The Barrgowan Vineyard and Winery is owned and operated by the Simonsen family. Vines were planted in 1994 with the objective of producing a high quality Shiraz…
Austins and Co. collections are a showcase of the hand-crafted wines from the Austin family's vineyard and winery in the Mooroobol Valley, Victoria.Austin and Co's…
Marcus Hill Vineyard is located on the Bellarine Peninsula, a short drive from Geelong towards the coastal townships of Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. Established…
Clyde Park Vineyard and Bistro has a cellar door and bistro set on the beautiful Moorabool Valley just off the Midland Highway half an hour north of Geelong, 35…
Open seven days a week, the Flying Brick Cider House is a retro-inspired landmark venue. Think innovative space, a tasting paddle of ciders, amazing food without…
Yes Said The Seal is a premium winery on the Bellarine. Located on site at the spectacular Flying Brick Cider House, Yes said the Seal comprises a suite of limited…
The Rowsley Fault is a geological fault formed about one million years ago that has layered these vineyards with gravels and clay over limestone. Located in the…
In 2010, the biggest development in the club’s history occurred with a complete re-development of the grandstand, restaurant, bar and TAB facilities as well as a…
Visit Wayawu Estate Cellar Door and Winery, the smallest winery on the Bellarine Peninsula.Turn off the Bellarine Highway to Queenscliff just 15 minutes from Geelong,…
Please come and enjoy the newly renovated facilities at the Waurn Ponds Hotel - a welcome break on your journey to the Great Ocean Road, The Otways or the Western…
The Fork N Flower Cafe offers casual sit down dining for breakfast, lunch and sweet and savoury treats, whilst enjoying a beautiful view of flowers and giftware…
Spence Wines aims to make wine of the highest possible quality. Spence Wines exclusively use grapes grown in their vineyard, to ensure the best quality grapes are…
Join Nicol's Paddock for a taste in their cellar door.Relax and dine amongst the vines. A simple approach to a shared dining experience. Wholesome and delicious.…
Come and visit the Kitchen Store in St Leonards on the Bellarine Peninsula of Victoria where you can watch the team create a range of delights. Wildings Pantry Essentials…
Waybourne Winery is located at Waurn Ponds, gateway to the Surf Coast wine district. Planting began in 1978 and has continued until recently with Shiraz being…
Barwon Ridge Wines is a small family vineyard in the Barrabool Hills just ten minutes west of Geelong. Their objective is to produce fine Geelong wines through the…
Barrabool Maze Estate is a stand-alone destination. Only a short 15 minute drive from Geelong, you will be transported into the tranquil countryside of the Barrabool…
The Minya Vineyard and Winery was established in 1974 by Jeff and Sue Dans. The name Minya was chosen from the Aboriginal name meaning "Place of Many Birds" to preserve…
Deep in the Valley perched on the edge of the Moorabool River is a shepherd's cottage built in 1856. This historic building is now home to Moorabool Ridge's tasting…
The Lara Sporting Club was founded in 1975 and has been the sporting and social hub for the families of Lara throughout that time. It has grown from a small country…
Established in 1996, Lethbridge produces savoury wines with intensity and finesse. Sit down at the tasting table inside the strawbale winery and sample wines alongside…
Located just 15 minutes from Geelong and the Surf Coast, or an hour from Melbourne, Mt Duneed Estate offers couples, families and groups relaxed dining, paired with…
Meredith Dairy is an on-farm enterprise, milking sheep and goats year-round to make specialty cheeses and yoghurts. Their products are sold throughout Australia…
If you are in the mood for something a little indulgent then get yourself along to the Inverleigh Bakehouse. This 1868 Homestead converted into a retail bakery offers…
Sonny Cafe provides the perfect destination for that weekend drive to the country.Tapping into a bounty of local produces Sonny's friendly team deliver a fresh vibrant…
Surf Coast Strawberry Fields is a ‘Pick Your Own’ Strawberry Farm situated on the Surf Coast Highway in Mount Duneed. Located between Geelong and Torquay, there…
The Farmer's Place is a small working farm, cafe and market place located in Freshwater Creek. Alongside the cafe, you will find the market which acts as a consolidated…
A wonderful view awaits you when you drive up to del Rios Cafe and cellar door. Whether you sit on the terrace, or inside behind the huge picture windows, you can't…
Bursaria Fine Foods is an award-winning boutique catering company creating extraordinary functions and events at The Refectory Werribee Park – a heritage venue filled…
Essence Productions is a theatrical company specialising in bringing Australia's unique historical stories to life through live performance. A team of actors perform…
The Meerkat Bistro at Werribee Open Range Zoo offers sustainable, seasonal dining at its best, with unique views of African animals at play.Sit inside and watch…
Established in 1999 and situated just 30 kilometres from Melbourne in the heart of Werribee Park, Shadowfax is one of Victoria's leading boutique wineries. With…
The Wyndham Cultural Centre consists of Tattersall's Theatre, with full Fly Tower and Orchestra Pit, The CBD Library, Art Gallery and Cafe.Formerly Centenary hall,…
Positioned just on the edge of Melbourne and in the heart of the Werribee River Valley, Werribee Racecourse sits amongst the western residential areas, 32 kilometres…
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