City Oval Restaurant, Bar and Cafe, Cnr Mair and Pleasant St, BALLARAT. Phone: (03) 5332 1155.
Monday to Friday Lunch from $10, Coffee and Cake all day, Sunday - Meals all day. Contemporary menu in warm, cosy atmosphere. Opposite City Oval and 100 metres from Lake Wendouree.

Doherty Ballarat Lodge, 613 Main Road, BALLARAT, 3350. Phone: (03) 5327 1200
The Victoria Restaurant at Ballarat Lodge - Contemporary Australian cuisine is served in an elegant environment, perfect for intimate gatherings or special occasions. With a walk-in wine cellar featuring over 200 wines, a balcony overlooking the lake and cosy fireplaces in winter, the Victoria Restaurant offers the best in à la carte dining.

George Hotel & Cafe, 27 Lydiard St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 5333 4866
Centrally located in historic Lydiard St Nth. Open six days a week, Tuesday to Sunday 12.00 noon to 2pm, 5.30 to 8pm. Climate controlled all year around, Group Bookings welcome, Authentic Chinese and Australian menu, Cake & Cappuccino’s available all day.

Gold Dust Saloon at the Brewery Tap, Western Highway, WARRENHEIP. Phone: (03) 5334 7201
Step back in time to the Gold Rush era, old fashioned wholesome country food served in the warm ambience of The Gold Dust Saloon. Or for a more casual meal the Bull Dust Bar. Entertainment Friday and Saturday nights. Meals 7 days/week.

Park Hotel Bistro, 1615 Sturt Street, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 5334 1470
Lunchtime meals include fine Australian cuisine from $10.00 with complimentary glass of wine or soft drink. Evening bistro meals include a wide range of fare for the discerning diner. TAB and Sportsbet area and drive in bottleshop.

Peter Lalor Hotel 331 Mair St, BALLARAT. Ph. (03) 5331 1702
A la Carte dining in Bar/Bistro , with smorgasbord of  fresh salads and  hot vegetables. Open 7 days. Budget accommodation - up to 10 rooms available, plus a la carte dining in central location.

North Britain Hotel, 502 Doveton St Nth, BALLARAT. Phone: (03) 5331 1291
A cosy corner hotel where you can enjoy fine food and wine in a true old fashioned English pub atmosphere. Traditional home-style meals are available 7 days a week. Menus available for viewing at the website.

Oscars Hotel & Restaurant/Bar, 18 Doveton Street South, BALLARAT 3350 Phone: (03) 5331 1451
A recent extensive refurbishment has transformed Oscar’s into an iconic property with an open plan restaurant, bar and courtyard. Our extensive menu ensures you will find something to your liking. Open - 7.30am until 9pm 7 days a week.

Red Lion Bar & Bistro, 223 Main Rd, BALLARAT. 3350  Phone: (03) 5331 3393, Fax: (03) 53 328985.
Located close to Sovereign Hill and the Eureka Precinct, offers superb menu combined with the very best service in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.

Star Bar and Cafe, 302 Lydiard St Nth, BALLARAT. 3350. Phone: (03) 5331 2784
Recently renovated, The Star Hotel, Bar and Café was built in 1857 and is situated in historic Soldiers Hill, Ballarat North. Featuring Cafe & Bar with coffee and cake all day and breakfast in the Courtyard, Alfresco or Café from 8.00am. Lunch - Light meals, main meals, tapas and kids menu . Evening meals - contemporary menu to choose from.

The Bended Elbow, 120 Lydiard Street North, BALLARAT. Phone: (03) 5332 1811
The Bended Elbow is located in the heart of Ballarat with 20 boutique beers on tap, including Ballarat’s own premium ale – Ballarat Gold Ale. Delicious meals served for lunch & dinner 7 days a week and live entertainment Thurs-Sun…

The Gamekeepers Secret, Corner Mair and Humffray Streets, BALLARAT Vic 3350, Phone: (03) 5332 6000
Bar, Cafe, Restaurant. Open daily from 11am till late - 7 days, "Out of Africa meets Raffles Theme", All day dining, Smoke free, Private parties, Kids menu, 30 imported beers, No poker machines, Al fresco dining, Open log fires.

The Lake View Hotel,  22 Wendouree Pde. BALLARAT. Phone; (03) 5331 4592
The Lake View is centrally located on Wendouree Parade overlooking beautiful Lake Wendouree with its many moods and spectacular sunsets. Meals are served 7 days a week to 11 pm. The cosmopolitan menu has an extensive range of over 70 dishes.

The Nerrina 75 Lofven Street, Ballarat 3350 Phone: (03) 5332 6419
The Nerrina offers an intimate and friendly setting in a private cul-de-sac of Ballarat at Nerrina, 3 kms from Sturt Street. Bistro meals Wednesday to Saturday from 6pm and Sunday lunch from 12 noon. Lounge bar with open fire. Menu at the website.

IN THE REGION

American Hotel, 90 Albert Street, CRESWICK. 3363 Phone: (03) 5345 2510
Established in the 1850's, The American Hotel is centrally located and has a long association with the town's rich history including operating as a Cobb and Co Station. We offer our patrons a warm and friendly atmosphere with accommodation, fine dining and functions in the 'Lindsay Room' as well as courtyard dining and our delicious fare in the Bistro.

Golden Age Hotel, 11 Havelock Street, BEAUFORT. Phone: (03) 5349 2502
 Dine in a 150 year old pub in Beaufort - the gateway to the Pyrenees Wine Region and the Goldfields. Recently renovated, extensive range of country style meals in the dining room with a large range of local wines. Al fresco dining, coffee and cake all day. Also quality accommodation with off street parking.

OTHER LOCAL VENUES

Atlantic Hotel, 628 Skipton St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 358147

Black Hill Hotel, 502 Peel St Nth, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 312748

Blue Bell Hotel, 1216 Howitt St, WENDOUREE 3355, Phone: (03) 53 391234

Bunch of Grapes Hotel, 401 Pleasant St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 314687

Cattle Yards Inn, 1015 Latrobe St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 358040

Crown Hotel, Learmonth St, Buninyong 3357, Phone: (03) 53 413402

Eureka Stockade Hotel, 152 Eureka St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 312184

Exchange Hotel, 196 Albert St, SEBASTOPOL 3356, Phone: (03) 53 317902

Gee Cees Café & Bar, 427 Sturt St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 316211.

Globe Hotel, 914 Skipton St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 358500 , Fax: (03) 5333 6185

Golf House Hotel, 920 Doveton St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 312673 , Fax: (03) 5333 1187

Grapes Hotel, 121 Grant St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 315687

Irish Murphy's, 38 Sturt St., BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 314091

Lamberton Arms Hotel, Western Hwy, BURRUMBEET 3352, Phone: (03) 53 440563

Mallow on Skipton, 18 - 20 Skipton St, BALLARAT. 3350 Phone: (03) 5331 1073

Queen's Head Hotel, 146 Humffray St Nth, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 312920

Robin Hood Family Bistro, 33 Peel St Nth, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 313433

Royal Mail Hotel, 290 Albert St, SEBASTOPOL 3350, Phone: (03) 53 358518

Royal Oak Hotel, 402 South St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 3153 73

Stag Hotel, Sunraysia Hwy, LEARMONTH 3352, Phone: (03) 53 432214

Western Hotel, 1221 Sturt St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 322218

Windermere Hotel, Western Highway, WINDERMERE 3350, Phone: (03) 53 448225