Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Victoria

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

5.0

5 (112)

$A101 and over

Modern Australian

Wattle Flat

About the restaurant

Discover Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes, an idyllic farm in Victoria's central highlands, a short 15-minute drive from Ballarat's CBD. Specialising in Black Perigord truffles in winter and tuber aestivum in summer, our sensory journey includes truffle experiences and cuisine by chef Liam Downes in our 24-seat restaurant and gardens.
Whether for a Friday long lunch or a three-hour truffle experience with a chef's degustation, our offerings cater to diverse preferences. Emphasizing a farm-to-plate philosophy, we prioritize ingredient sourcing from our farm and the local landscape. Join us for a culinary adventure, delighting in the freshest flavours of the season.
Our commitment to sustainability and local partnerships ensures each dish reflects the region. The lush landscapes surrounding our farm contribute to a truly immersive experience, inviting you to connect with nature and indulge in truffle-infused creations.

Top review

Amanda

Dined 1 day ago

Lovely setting for a family birthday brunch. Food is delicious and service amazing- very accommodating and nothing too much trouble. Ambience is great- so refreshing to go to a place without loud music pumping and being able to converse without shouting. Would definitely recommend!

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Experience

Brunch

Experience

Christmas in the Truffière

Experience

Afternoon Truffle Hunt

Brown Brothers Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (690)

$A41 to $A100

Australian

Milawa

About the restaurant

131 years of wine making excellence, paired with seriously good food. Showcasing freshly picked produce from our kitchen garden and pantry preserves, accompanied by premium local suppliers and sustainably sourced native produce, meats and seafood.

Our seasonal menu caters for light lunches, shared feasts with friends and family, or a 5-course wine and food experience.

Full table service either inside or outside, bookings are essential as tables are in high demand.

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Rebecca

Dined 2 days ago

Spoiled myself with an early Xmas gift of the slow lunch. Was beautiful and not too heavy for the amount of dishes you have. Thanks for the friendly service.

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Experience

The Slow Lunch

Experience

Three Course Set Menu

Sir Paz Estate - Yarra Valley

4.9

4.9 (225)

$A40 and under

Winery

Yarra Valley

About the restaurant

Discover the enchanting experience at Sir Paz Estate's Restaurant & Cellar Door, where the tranquil Mediterranean atmosphere meets breathtaking views of our vineyard and the picturesque Yarra Valley. Join us for a guided wine tasting at the Cellar Door, or savour our exquisite à la carte Woodfire Lunch Menu in our award-winning restaurant.

For groups of 10 or more, please reach out to reservations@sirpaz.com to book your experience.

Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
**Restaurant Menu: 12 PM - 3 PM (2-hour sittings, reservation required)
**Cellar Door Snack Menu: 10:30 AM - 5 PM (enjoy all-day wine tastings, no reservation needed—walk-ins welcome)

Come and immerse yourself in a delightful culinary journey!

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Samantha

Dined on 8 Dec 2024

Great staff, great food & wine , beautiful views of the valley

Bank Street Wood Fired Pizza & Garden

4.9

4.9 (122)

$A40 and under

Pizzeria

Avenel

About the restaurant

Many things delicious, fresh and regional. Food for pizza lovers served in the beautiful country town of Avenel.

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Dale

Dined today

Amazing food, amazing service, and given this financial climate very well priced. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Nevedya

4.9

4.9 (288)

$A41 to $A100

South Indian

Upwey

About the restaurant

Nevedya is Food for the Spirit, an organic plant-focussed restaurant & cafe in the Dandenong Ranges outside Melbourne. We serve wholefood vegetarian and vegan world cuisine with flavours from India, Asia, the Middle East, Europe and beyond. Our ingredients are healthy, ethical, organic, seasonal and showcase produce from local farms and growers.

Run by husband and wife duo Daniel and Shakti, it is an experience to bring you back to your true self. The food is a cleansing experience of reconnecting to nourishment at its untainted roots.

All the food is designed and created by female head chef Shakti Iyer with intention to nurture, transform and heal.

Inspired by Indian restaurants, Ayurveda and our travels throughout the world expect to taste our famous Ayurvedic khichadi, Sri Lankan masala dosa, world fusion tapas, plant-based all day breakfasts and our amazing organic and healthy desserts!

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Greg

Dined 2 days ago

delicious range of vegetarian and vegan options beautifully presented in a lovely tranquil garden setting. We loved the attention to detail and the range of seating options. The service was warm and responsive. we couldn't fault this place in any way. Thanks for deftly managing a memorable occasion for us.

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4.9

4.9 (130)

$A41 to $A100

Contemporary Mexican

Mansfield

About the restaurant

modern mexican x australian.
fueled by fuego.
comin’ in hot ~ winter ‘23.

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Leanne

Dined 3 days ago

We chose the set menu which was imaginative, delicious and beautifully presented. Friendly and attentive staff which guaranteed a very enjoyable and relaxing evening.

The Fields

4.8

4.8 (531)

$A41 to $A100

Modern Australian

Mansfield

About the restaurant

A fun little pan-Asian bar and eatery is located in the heart of Mansfield. It promises good times. Always.

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Kristy

Dined today

Favourite venue! Fabulous food, drinks and great service from friendly staff.

Opa Echuca

4.7

4.7 (300)

$A41 to $A100

Greek

Echuca

About the restaurant

Eat like a Greek at Opa! Echuca’s Opa is a favourite amongst locals and visitors alike for its contemporary yet family style take on Greek food, served in its thoughtfully designed restaurant. For starters, the mezze platter and saganaki are sensational selections. Some of Opa’s specialty dishes include the seafood platter, paidakia (marinated lamb cutlets), and Greek yiro, as well as a selection of gluten-free, vegetarian dishes.

Opa's loukoumades (Greek donuts) are the perfect dessert with which to finish your meal.

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Joy

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Delicious food and great service. We will definitely go back again soon.

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Experience

Bouzouki Night Banquet, New Years Eve 2024

Sir Loins

4.9

4.9 (1031)

$A41 to $A100

Steakhouse

Bright

About the restaurant

Sir Loins bar and grill is an underground, New York style steakhouse.

A hidden gem, located in the heart of Bright, Sir Loins offers a relaxed and casual atmosphere, with flashy cocktails and A grade steaks.

Come and see us for a perfectly cooked steak and a couple drinks that wont break the bank!

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Irene

Dined 2 days ago

Very pleasant experience and will definitely return

The Whiskery

4.8

4.8 (790)

$A41 to $A100

Wine Bar

Geelong City Center

About the restaurant

The Whiskery is the cellar door for Bellarine Distillery. The Whiskery is an 18 years plus only venue .Babies under 12 months are an exception. The original farm shed has been renovated and is a rustic and inviting space to have a yarn over a cocktail, gin or whisky with friends.
During warmer days the gardens and decks provide a relaxing environment and during the colder months a spot beside the fire is most enticing.
Primarily our own Gins are on offer for consumption and sale, with the Whisky being available in due course - STAY TUNED. We also have a wider selection of whiskies also available for tasting. For those who wish to have an alternative to Gin or Whisky ( why? ) we do have a few of the local wines , beers and ciders available plus some soft options for the drivers.
We have a limited food menu which includes a couple of simple pizzas and cheese & produce platters .
Please note bookings are for 2 hr blocks.

Top review

Peter

Dined 3 days ago

Great day dining in the garden. As usual, excellent service. It’s always good to share platters and boards with family.

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