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Valentina, Merimbula, AU-NSW

Valentina

4.7
4.7
869 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Australian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
Valentina serves up a one of a kind dining experience of over the picturesque surrounds of Merimbula lake.
Now more than ever, Valentina values the feeling of being transported. The space has been curated to satisfy all of your Mediterranean beach holiday cravings.
Floor to ceiling glass takes you outside, and the coastal produce of the lake comes inside onto your plate. 
Valentina’s dishes are designed to be shared with friends and family, served one after the other from the kitchen while diners lounge comfortably on abundant soft furnishings.
Everything about Valentina’s lulls you into a sweet long lunch holiday vibe. 

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    0407 717 499
  • Website
    https://valentinamerimbula.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ash Cotter
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Experiences

  • $90pp Set Menu (7+guests Large group booking)

    A$90.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    As you are dining with us as a larger group booking, you will be dining from our restaurant tasting menu which can be viewed on our website. https://valentinamerimbula.com/tasting-menu Credit card details are required to secure this reservation. We know that plans can change, though we ask that any cancellations are made no less than 6 hours prior to your booking time. Cancellations made within this time, or failure to show up will see an automatic charge of $50 per person. Groups of 7 or more will incur a 10% service charge. This reservation is for 2 hours.
    $90pp Set Menu (7+guests Large group booking) photo

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What 869 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New South Wales

    Best Ambience

  • New South Wales

    Romantic

  • New South Wales

    Good for special occasions

  • New South Wales

    Australian

  • Capital Region

    Best Overall

  • Capital Region

    Best Food

  • Capital Region

    Best Service

  • Capital Region

    Best Ambience

  • Capital Region

    Best Value

  • Capital Region

    Hot spot

  • Capital Region

    Good for special occasions

  • Capital Region

    Lively

  • Capital Region

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Valentina in Merimbula offers a sensational dining experience with "amazing food," "faultless service," and "incredible views." Guests rave about the seafood, scallops, and cocktails. The ambience is inviting, making it perfect for special occasions. Despite some critiques on portion sizes and music volume, it remains a top choice for fine dining.

869 Reviews

  1. Mary

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Chef menu on swordfish was excellent - fresh,tangy - just right. Service right up there. Good to see locally.

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  2. Andrew

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and beautifully presented . Can’t wait to go back!

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  3. EC67

    Sydney

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food in a beautiful setting. Comprehensive wine list too. A must if you’re visiting Merimbula

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  4. Corinna

    Canberra

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is great but not up to the standard of a few years back. Serves are smaller and up in price. While the location and view are superb, it’s annoying always being rushed through every dish, even when asking to slow it down. It’s super exe and you’ll need to eat when you get home. The staff aren’t the friendliest either. They are clearly over tourists and wish they were elsewhere. Shame. But worth a visit.

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  5. Barbro

    New South Wales

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been here several times every time we visit Merimbula-and this place never disappoints!! 10/10 every time 👏👌👍

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  6. Briony

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic seafood dinner, the service was faultless and we really enjoyed our evening out. Thank you!

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  7. Aimee

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. Amazing service. Really amazing scallops and we loved the ambience

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  8. Susanne

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We did not order the menue, we had seen at the neighbours table that it contained quite a bit of food. We ordered à la carte, the artichok was very tasty, the tuna as well, the crab linguie delicious, although I would have preferred it a bit more spicy. The portions were very generous! Service was perfect.

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  9. Cheron

    Tasmania

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food with stunning view! The pork and crab pasta were divine... One of the top meals we've had in Merimbula.

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  10. Halley

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! The food is delicious and it’s a very nice venue.

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FAQs

Valentina is rated 4.7 stars by 869 OpenTable diners.

Valentina does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Valentina

U 5 2 Market St, Merimbula, AU-NSW 2548

Additional information

  • Area
    Merimbula
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ash Cotter
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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