Geelong Restaurants

Best Modern Australian Restaurants in Geelong

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  The Sporting Globe Geelong

  The Sporting Globe sports bars are the place to watch all the biggest sporting events with over 30 HD screens playing LIVE sport from around the globe. Our family-friendly restaurants and bars boast great quality food that features the very best in Aussie pub cuisine, along with international best sellers such as NY Buffalo Chicken Wings and signature sauces.

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  Marty @ Oakdene Wallington

  Renowned as a fantastic addition to the Bellarine Peninsula with absolutely flawless execution and presentation." Oakdene Vineyards boasts a modern Australian and European cuisine with an array of fresh local produce. Award winning Executive Chef and Manager, Welshman Marty Chichester previously owned and managed popular restaurants in Wales and Sydney.
  
  Functions & Weddings
  
  Oakdene is available 7 days for conferences, functions, weddings and other events. We can offer private rooms, the terrace and an eclectic, lush art garden for all sized events. For a more intimate occasion, the themed Cloud Room hosts eight and the Chocolate Room is perfect for a private banquet for up to fourteen.

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  The Lord Nelson Geelong

  The Lord Nelson is an iconic Geelong pub steeped in history and an old favourite among the locals. After an eight month renovation, the Nelson has been restored, refurbished and re-opened to the public. The first step was to revive the original 1920s façade and the second was to include the rich heritage of the pubs namesake, Admiral Horatio Lord Nelson. The decoration and design of the pub is emblematic of the great Victorian-style pub, The Lord Nelson provides an experience different to any other; serving food that is unparalleled with any other hotel in Geelong.

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  The National Hotel Geelong

  The National Hotel is located in Geelong's CBD.
  
  Wander between our three levels, each offering a unique experience for diners & drinks alike.
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  Public bar - offers casual dining and a wide range of craft beer, wine and spirits.
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  Dining room - a more intimate dining space, where we invite you to settle in for a while. This ambient room offers an open fireplace and unique views of geelong's cbd.
  
  Rooftop terrace - unquestionably one of the best spots in the cbd for a drink. Our rooftop has a retractable roof so it's suitable for all days of the year. If offers skyline views, lift access and a collection of seasonal cocktails.
  
  The national hotel is the perfect place in the city to enjoy modern Australian cuisine in a laid-back atmosphere.

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  Black Salt Geelong

  Located on Geelong’s foreshore with captivating views of Corio Bay, Black Salt offers the kind of inviting atmosphere that makes you want to linger. Stay awhile and celebrate the produce and the producers of the Geelong region.
  
  Whether you’re taking clients out or gathering with friends, Black Salt boasts great service and food to match.
  
  Their chefs create simple, modern food with a focus on generous fresh flavours and we’re committed to using the best seasonal local produce wherever possible. There are plenty of gluten free and vegan options on our menus.

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  The Barking Dog - Tapas & Burgers Geelong West

  The Barking Dog has long been one of Geelong’s favourite dining & drinking spaces. Located on trendy Pakington Street, Geelong West, the Barking Dog is a central meeting place for friends and family of all ages.

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  Edge Geelong

  Edge serves as a safe haven for the hectic lifestyle of city dwellers. The décor is designed to feel as though you were walking into your own apartment on the waterfront. Somewhere you and your friends can call home.
  
  anagement and staff alike have worked meticulously to provide you with a food and beverage menu that will more than satisfy every palate's needs and desires. It is this professionalism, service and attention to detail no matter how small that is paramount to our success. These elements combine to deliver an exceptional experience to first time visitors and loyal clientele alike.

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  Barwon Edge Boathouse Newtown

  We are open from 9am every morning. Catering for breakfast until 11am or cakes, coffees, scones & muffins all morning.
  
  Our lunch menu is designed to cater for those on a lunch break or the lucky ones who have a couple of spare hours to sit and enjoy the scenery from either inside or from our decking area.
  
  Dinner might be a refined night in the Balyang room or a whole family gathering for a casual bite to eat in our bar/dinning room area with lots of room for the kids to play, colouring competitions, specially designed kids menu and fish feeding from 2pm.
  
  Our new wood oven is in operation. There is a roast for Sunday lunch & then we go to pizzas from 3.30pm!!

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  Waterfront,With Views,Modern Australian
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  Front Beach Taphouse & Restaurant Torquay

  Frontbeach is set on the idyllic Esplanade Beach in Torquay. With sweeping views of the ocean and Torquay’s famous Norfolk Pines. Frontbeach is the best spot in town to watch the world go by.
  
  The Taphouse
  
  From the moment you walk through the door, you will feel the relaxed vibe. Their friendly staff will make your choice of beverage effortless and engage you in the finer points of our craft beer list.
  
  The inside seating is set up to allow you to enjoy the amazing views, or flick your shoes off and and grab a sunny spot out on the extensive decks and watch the world go by.
  
  The Restaurant
  
  Serving a generous lunch menu all day from 11:30am, you will be spoilt for choice. The menu offers plenty of choice for gluten-free and vegetarian diners.
  
  The tables are set-up to take in the expansive beach views, and allow you and your guests to enjoy the busy vibe whilst maintaining intimacy and a chance to relax.

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  Waterfront,With Views,Modern AustralianOutdoor Dining
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  Gold Diggers Arms Newtown

  Nestled in the Newtown’s leafy Skene Street, Gold Diggers Arms may well be ‘the last of the true neighbourhood pubs’ in Geelong. In time honoured tradition the ‘Diggers’ has become the local for many, with their next generations following suit and making it their local of choice too.
  
  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 experience. The dining room will focus on serving delicious food day and night.

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  Tulip Geelong West

  Tulip Restaurant brings you the best local ingredients from sustainable farms and suppliers, offering contemporary share-food in a relaxed setting.
  
  The menu invites diners to share and sample everything. Our aim is to encourage connection with the people on your table, the food and our staff, ultimately creating a social experience around produce-driven dishes that celebrate the moment.
  
  And of course with sharing, this means the end of food envy!
  
  Located on Pakington Street, Geelong West, the hole-in-the-wall restaurant boasts comfortable decor so you can enjoy top quality food but in a relaxed environment that allows you to be yourself.
  
  Come along, savour the best local ingredients and seasonal offerings and celebrate the moment with them, no matter what the occasion.

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  Empire Grill Geelong

  The Empire Grill Restaurant for 22 years now has always been known as an establishment where one expects the finer touches to be an everyday standard and, at the Empire Grill the very highest standard of individual attention is maintained.

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  European,Vegetarian,Fine Dining