Family Friendly/Take Away

The Batesford Hotel, located in Greater Geelong, is a unique country pub with a distinctive charm that sets it apart from others in the area. The establishment boasts a delightful beer garden, providing patrons with an outdoor space to enjoy drinks and socialize in a relaxed and casual atmosphere.

A Geelong café institution, King of the Castle nails that perfect mix of cool, creative and effortlessly welcoming.

Tucked away at 9/61 Surf Coast Hwy, Torquay, Perla Tacos is a bright, beachy taqueria with big heart and even bigger flavor.

Located in the historic Federal Mills precinct, Paddock Bakery brings the cult warmth of its Burleigh Heads roots to Geelong

Shelter Shed is a relaxed, contemporary Australian restaurant in the heart of Queenscliff, serving fresh, locally inspired dishes with great drinks, friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for any occasion.

Sat right on the waterfront in Queenscliff, Wharf Street Pantry unfolds as a harbor-side refuge where fresh flavors meet lazy afternoon views.

Ziggy + Kit in Queenscliff is a cosy café-hideaway thriving on relaxed hospitality and simple pleasures. 

At The Mill on Walker Street in Castlemaine, Coffee Basics brings true Viennese café culture to Central Victoria. With over 60 years of family coffee-roasting craft on show, their small-batch roastery’s copper aromas drift from the iconic brick chimney, blending industrial heritage with Old-World elegance. 

Bendigo's Pogo Espresso is the kind of café that wins you over instantly—bright, friendly, and fueled by seriously good coffee.

Pizzeria Adamo in Geelong serves up Neapolitan-style pizzas and classic Italian pastas with real love. Thick with authenticity — they use a two-day dough, wood-fired oven, and quality fresh and imported ingredients.

In the heart of Castlemaine, Theatre Royal is where history meets good times—Australia’s longest continuously operating mainland theatre, now reimagined as a cinema, live-music venue, bar, pizzeria and beer garden.

Early Nancy is a cozy seaside café in Point Lonsdale serving up house-made breads, bright salads, hearty wraps and seriously good Coffee Supreme brews.

This cozy blue-weatherboard café on Bellerine Street is a beloved local gem where imaginative all-day brunch plates and stellar artisan coffee set the scene.