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The local guide for dining on the Bellarine...
Chase away the chill at Oakdene OAKDENE Vineyards property offers something for everyone. Fine dining in the Oakdene Vineyards Restaurant, casual dining at the new cafe Mr Grubb @ Oakdene, wine tastings at the ‘Upside-Down House’ Cellar Door, accommodation in one of the three themed rooms (Marilyn Room, Water Room, Attic Room) or you can simply wander around the property enjoying the extensive gardens, eclectic art works and sculptures that seem to be hidden in every nook and cranny. The fine dining Oakdene Vineyards Restaurant offers award-winning a la carte dining, degustation menus and now you can relax in front of the open fire in Mrs Hockings Bar on Friday and Saturday nights and enjoy tapas style dishes from $9. Oakdene Vineyards Restaurant is open for lunch on Saturday and
Sunday, and dinner from Wednesday to Saturday. Alternatively, you can sample the new daily breakfast menu in Mr Grubb Café from 9.30am, or enjoy a casual lunch (daily) or dinners on Friday and Saturday nights. Mr Grubb offers an exciting menu of share plates, pizzas, burgers and is family friendly for foodies on a budget. Sit inside surrounded by artistic renderings by renowned artist David Bromley, or dine outside on the decking amongst the magnificent birch trees (blankets supplied). To entice you out of the house on a cold day, both Oakdene Vineyards Restaurant and Mr Grubb are offering exciting specials this season. Cut out the coupons on the next page to take advantage of these fantastic offers. For more information phone 5255 1255 or check out the website at www.oakdene.com.au.
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guide... BARWON HEADS BARWON ORANGE Now serving all day breakfast, Asian inspired lunch specials, gourmet pizzas & a la carte dinner. Special Curry night- Wednesday Special Pizza night- Thursday Open hours: Monday 7.30am-3pm Tuesday - Sunday 7.30am till late 60 Hitchcock Ave, Barwon Heads Ph: 5254 1090 www.barwonorange.com.au
THE SHACK Come enjoy a coffee and breakfast in the garden or wait for lunch to take on the Ruben. Now fully Licensed. Open hours: 8am-4pm 7 Days 37 Hitchcock Ave, Barwon Heads Ph: 5254 2288 www.shackdiningco.com.au
BELLARINE JACK RABBIT VINEYARD Unrivalled panoramic views across the bay. Savour a Restaurant experience or kick back in the ‘House of Jack Rabbit’ cellar door and café. Top wines cap it off! Open hours: 7 Days 10am – 5pm Dinner Friday & Saturday nights from 6pm. Breakfast on weekends 9 – 10.45am. 85 McAdams Lane, Bellarine Ph: 5251 2223 www.jackrabbitvineyard.com.au
CURLEWIS LEURA PARK ESTATE Sensational wines in a funky, rustic chic setting. Enjoy stunning stone based pizzas, platters and seasonal culinary offerings. Live music every Sunday (60’s, 70’s, 80’s). Open hours: Weekends 10am – 5pm 7 Days January Private Functions on request. 1400 Portarlington Rd, Curlewis Ph: 5253 3180 www.leuraparkestate.com.au
DRYSDALE CHUI YUAN CHINESE RESTAURANT Serving authentic Chinese cuisine Choose from an extensive Menu. Banquets from $25 pp (4 courses) Our Specialty – Delicious Homemade Dim Sim. TAKEAWAY available - BYO Open hours: Lunch: Wed – Sun 12 – 2pm Dinner: Tues – Sun from 5pm Closed Mondays – except public holidays 26-28 High St, Drysdale Ph: 5253 1788
OCEAN GROVE DRIFTWOOD CAFE New Winter menu including some old favourites and exciting new dishes to keep you warm over Winter. New space opening soon (Sorry about the mess!) Open hours: Sunday - Thursday 7am – 4.30pm Friday & Saturday 7am – 9pm 64D The Terrace, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 1832
LELEANS A la carte dining with full table service. Family friendly restaurant with childrens playroom. Daily specials available, along with a comprehensive wine list. Open hours: Monday - Thursday 10am - 11pm Friday & Saturday 10am - 12:30pm Sunday 11am - 11pm 18 The Terrace, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 1540 www.oceangrovebowls.com.au
NAPONA Coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner or wine. It’s easy to see why the Age Good Food Guide scored Napona 14.5/20 in the 2015 edition . Open hours: Sunday - Monday 8am - 4pm Tuesday - Saturday 8am - late 24 Hodgson St, Ocean Grove Ph: 5256 3153 www.napona.com.au
OCEAN GROVE BOWLING CLUB Affordable bistro dining. Family friendly with childrens play area. Lunch menu available from 12 -2pm and dinner menu from 6 -8pm, with coffee and biscuits available all day. Open hours: Monday - Thursday 10am - 11pm Friday & Saturday 10am - 12:30pm Sunday 11am - 11pm 18 The Terrace, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 1540 www.oceangrovebowls.com.au
OCEAN GROVE MARKETPLACE FISH & CHIPS We are doing gluten free Fish and chips here and we offer 10% discount for all the seniors card holders. Open hours: 11am - 8pm, 7 days a week. Ocean Grove Marketplace, Shell Road, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 5555
OCEAN GROVE PIZZA & PASTA Dine-in, Take away or Home delivery. Wide selection of Pizzas & Pasta. Gluten free available. Why not get online and see full menu on: www.oceangrovepizza.com Open hours: Monday - Friday 4:30 - 11pm Saturday & Sunday 12pm - late 80 The Terrace, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 5555 Marketplace, Shell Rd, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 3040 www.oceangrovepizza.com
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PABS KEBABS Lamb, Chicken or Mixed Kebabs and more made to order for your lunch or dinner. Come in and check out Ocean Grove’s new taste sensation! Open hours: Tuesday - Sunday 11am till we run out! 1/73 The Parade, Ocean Grove (Opposite Police Station)
SERENDIPITY D’LITES Gourmet potatoes are here for the winter chills - Pulled pork - chicken & avacado - bolognaise - chilli - tuna melt - traditional - cauliflower & cheese - Curried sausages or all day breakfast. Open hours: Wednesday - Monday 11am - late 70A The Terrace, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 3331 www.serendipitydlites.com.au
THE DUNES At the Dunes we have one of the world’s great views – looking across the ocean from Barwon Heads Bluff to the Point Lonsdale lighthouse. Food is modern Australian cuisine and includes breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as snacks, cakes and dessert. Open hours: 7 days a week from 6.30am. Closed public holiday nights and Christmas Day. Surf Beach Road, Ocean Grove. Tel: 5256 1944 www.dunescafe.com.au
THE MEX Casual and family friendly dining serving Mexican food, along with all day coffee and cake. Traditional menu, along with new, fresh Mex food. Friday night happy hour between 5 and 7pm. Open hours: 9am until late 7 days a week. 4 Grubb Road, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 1959 www.themex.com.au
QUEENSCLIFF SALTBUSH FINE FOODS
FLYING BRICK CIDER CO. Think innovative space, naturally crafted ciders, amazing food without the ‘fancy’, top Bellarine wines, beer, Friday night live music. In a nutshell - fabulous, funky, fun! Open hours: 7 Days 10am – 5pm Dinner Friday & Saturday from 6pm. 1251 Bellarine Highway, (entry via Swan Bay Road), Wallington Phone 5250 6577 www.flyingbrickciderco.com.au
MR GRUBB @ OAKDENE Nestled amongst the birch trees, Mr Grubb Cafe offers an exciting casual menu of share plates, pizzas, burgers and sliders. You can also enjoy coffee, cake & daily specials while taking in the beautiful surroundings. And of course, a glass of Oakdene wine Open hours: Open 7 Days for Breakfast from 9:30am & Lunch from 12pm, & Dinner Fridays & Saturdays from 5:30pm. 225 Grubb Road, Wallington Ph: 5255 1255 mrgrubb@oakdene.com.au
OAKDENE VINEYARDS RESTAURANT The award winning Oakdene restaurant is the perfect place to match estate grown wines with the menu of seasonal, local and regional produce prepared with passion and flair. Various dining options are available, including a la carte and degustation menus. Open hours: Open Lunch Saturday & Sunday from 12pm and Dinner Wednesday to Saturday from 6:30pm 225 Grubb Road, Wallington Ph: 5255 1255 restaurant@oakdene.com.au
Saltbush Fine Foods is an eclectic mix of all things food hosting a café and provedore. Open hours: Breakfast & lunch 7 days 9.30am – 5pm Shop 3 &4, 44 Hesse St, Queenscliff Ph: 5258 4829
WALLINGTON ELK HORN ROADHOUSE Now in their 6th year Elk Horn has been serving constantly good breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake since December 2009. Open hours: 7 days 8am - 4:30pm Breakfast: 8am - 11:45am Lunch: midday – 3pm 420a Wallington Road, Wallington Ph: 5250 6056
It is with great sadness we advise that The Mex restaurant closed on Sunday July 5. This has not been an easy decision for a number of reasons, most importantly our staff. We have employed many staff here at The Mex for the past 12 years (not to mention those in earlier years prior to us) and have over this time met some wonderful people. We would like to thank both our staff and our regular customers who have supported The Mex over the years. The Mex
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