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Recess Bar + Eats

94/100 (1268 ratings)

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Vegetarian Friendly

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Vegetarian Friendly

"Great venue! Bar upstairs serves great cocktails which go fabulously with the cheese platter. Menu downstairs has the most amazing gluten free..."

Sharon Jones

"I went to Recess bar with friends first time tonight for drinks and dessert. Quality of food, drinks and service was top notch! Just loved the whole..."

Lisa Todaro

"My favourite venue in Geelong. Caters for all types of customers. The perfect place if you’re just wanting to have a snack and drink with friends,..."

Georgie Forte

"Most delicious food and great atmosphere!! Can’t remember having food that tasted that good in a long time! Will definitely be back and fantastic..."

Holly Pearce

"One word... Amazing. The service and venue were outstanding and the food was to die for. Ordered a range of dishes off the menu to share and they..."

Kristy Foran

"A great venue for catching up with friends, a delicious meal, or a fabulous cocktail!! We really enjoyed the buttermilk fried chicken, quinoa salad..."

Tarryn Jessie

"We came here for our anniversary and it was fantastic! The ambience + staff was great! We had a mix of the share plates and my favourite was the slow..."

Ben Evans

"We came to Recess on a Friday night and it was pumping. Great atmosphere and vibe. Food was delicious and service was very friendly and efficient. We..."

Katie Baltetsch

"Top notch! Had the buttermilk chicken, lobster roll, 3 cheese arancini and coconut prawns. All delicious, and presented superbly. Recent renovations..."

Dave Reilly

"We went to Recess last night for dinner and drinks. Even though we changed our numbers and where we were seated, the staff could not have been more..."

Emma Cuthill

"Loved, best gf menu options ever, great service, great fit out. Highly..."

Kylie Lachmund

"Recess Bar + Eats was the perfect place for lunch today. Service is amazing, decor inviting and the menu is outstanding with dietry requirements..."

Lou Reyne

"Excellent Venue - Awsome food, service and atmosphere - a classy, comfortable, cheery place to be! L�ve it..."

Wendy Grimmett

"A great place to relaxe have a drink or two. The atmosphere is also very nice with polite staff to serve you food or..."

Bert Eldredge

"What a great space, love the beer garden up the back. Perfect for a drink in summer and the food OMG. The chef has packed so much flavour into the..."

Marie Claire Breguet

"Beautiful venue, such a warm & inviting chilled vibe. Great food and cocktails, perfect place to start off your night. Can't wait to sit on the deck..."

Lauren Alyce Wright

Alma Restaurant

93/100 (1349 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

Wheelchair Accessible

"Delicious and high quality yet affordable meal in the heart of Geelong's CBD. We went for the $59pp chef's selections which is a three course meal,..."

Melissa Wang

"We managed to get a table tonight on a last minute cancellation. Boy, did those people miss out. We had a fantastic meal, lovely punchy flavours. ..."

Curlsgurl

"What a delightful surprise. The food was mouthwatering and perfectly flavoured to enhance rather than overpower the ingredients, which you can find..."

Helen McConnell

"We had our wedding reception at ALMA Upstairs and it was everything we hoped for and more! The room looked incredible, the food and drinks were..."

Emily Kingston

"I was at Alma for a function in the upstairs function room. It's a great space, very open and versatile. The food was incredible - perfectly cooked..."

Ingrid Sutherland

"The atmosphere was amazing and staff member was extremely helpful. We navigated away through a very delicious menu. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole..."

Shano G

"WOW!!!! What an amazing food experience!! I was slightly sceptical when my family said we were going to an Argentinian restaurant, as living in Spain..."

Hayden Colledge

"A stunning gem in Geelong, the ambiance is gentle and calming. Staff were brilliant and very attentive, food service was as fast as lightening...."

AIMEE KOUSIS

"Love, love the vibe of the place! Yummy vegan chef's selection 10/10 service as well - will be back to try the other food we didn't get to taste..."

Novi Di

"Wow what a wonderful experience. Wonderful staff great food and wine and catered for our gluten free requirements brilliantly. Don’t miss this..."

Toni Campbell

"First time dining at Alma today and it was far beyond our expectations Firstly the decor and atmosphere was beautifully intriguing. The artwork was..."

Krystal Lee

Bistrot St Jean

93/100 (2336 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

French onion soup

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

"Really delicious French food! Loved the coq au Vin and the steak is so good. The bruschetta is absolutely amazing...."

Janet

"4.5 Long lazy lunch. Excellent. Service, ambience, wine, food.....all above expectations. Attention to detail is noticeable with the chefs putting..."

Magpie

"I have been to this restaurant numerous times & have thoroughly enjoyed every morsel of food. The staff are always very friendly, efficient and..."

Debbie Townsend

"Great staff, wine and food, can’t fault. Lighting a bit on the dark side, which makes it hard to enjoy the aesthetics of the dishes we’re served..."

George Yong

"Loved the atmosphere and the food. Hight quality, fresh and flavored, and well presented. Staff very professional, and the place cozy and decorated..."

Chiara.dalsasso.88

"Absolutely delicious little French restaurant on Moorabool! Just a short walk from CBD, really cute interior and music. I’d been there twice..."

Yorkstergram

"Lovely décor and vibe to the place, very friendly staff and super delish bread while you're waiting for your meal. Maybe it's just me and French..."

Trenise

"You know, the simplest things are often the hardest. Creme caramel for instance, is often milky, bland, too cold or too sweet. Not this one. Perfect..."

Trencherman

"Went here for dinner last night for my 30th birthday with my vegetarian girlfriend. The venue is small, but cute with low lighting and nice ambience...."

Jordan Healey

"I'm still tossing up on this one, on what score to give it.It is either 3.5 out of 5 or 4 out of 5.We will go with 4 because it..."

Ben Minutoli

"Our fave restaurant in all of Geelong, delicious regularly changing French menu with plenty for all tastes, and the best service you'll find..."

Meeks

"This place is awesome, the food is perfect, the atmosphere is amazing, the drinks sensational, couldn't fault it! Definitely recommend going..."

Rhys Bennett

"Perfect place for a dinner date, nice romantic feel with friendly knowledgeable staff. Twice baked cheese soufflé a must for any cheese lover..."

Big Mujo

"Great ambience and service. Felt really happy in this place. Lovely food and wine and the service is very attentive. Really get a feel of being in..."

Jonny Foster

"Had a great experience here last week on a Thursday night. The whole ambience of the place is amazing. Staff were really friendly and attentive. Food..."

Jonny S

"One of Geelong's gems. Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner- need to book early though. Wanted a group of 6 on a Tuesday and they were already..."

Lcdr

"Classic French Bistro, amazing food, ambience and service!!! We heard great things about this little gem and it truly lived up to all of our..."

SA

"Love the French ambience and decor. Delicious food, good sized servings. Great service. Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch. Would be coming..."

Plingsee

"Really enjoyed my evening here, a piece of Paris in Geelong! Atmosphere spot on, however perhaps a fraction dark!Food was delicious and..."

Babushkakath

"Had dinner here last week. The food was really nice - simple French food done well, with generous portions. The setting was great, mood lit and..."

Average Joe

"Really lovely food and great atmosphere. Fantastic service. Their home made fries are delicious. I ordered Porterhouse steak, tarragon butter,green..."

Elli

"Absolutely loved Bistrot St. Jean. Was in a group of four & all meals were delicious. The duck was beautifully done & the steak cooked precisely..."

Pmob

"Had a Beautiful dinner here a couple of weeks ago. Wonderful food, wine and service.The Tarte Tatin was my favourite, I wanted a second!The..."

Knerkle

"Have been here 3 times now and the food, service and atmosphere is always great. Honest quality rustic style cooking and good value for money. The..."

Carlo Di Martino

"My wife and I went with 4 friends and had a lovely dinner. I had the steak bernaise and my wife the slow cooked lamb. Both loved our meals. The..."

David

"Great atmosphere, amazing and tasty food. Slow cooked lamb and warm chocolate dessert was great. The hosts were charming and very friendly. Don't..."

Anton

"A taste of Paris. Takes me back to when I was there. The setting is oh so french and the service is absolutely splendid. The waiters go above and..."

Ash

"Best restaurant in Geelong!. Our new favourite restaurant! Amazing, tasty food, and amazing service. So glad to see a restaurant of this quality in..."

Hannah Jordan

"Bravo Bistro St Jean. Delicious cuisine, superb deserts, excellent service and extremely pleasant..."

Jmirza

"This is my favourite place in Geelong. Wow went here tonight and had so much fun. I would go back again and again. I think it is going to become my..."

Boppy Chick

"Love this place! Food, wine, ambience. Chocolate tart to die..."

Jo A

"Have been here for dinner a few times and for lunch. Service has always been excellent and knowledgeable. Food arrives promptly. Atmosphere is..."

David Willett

"Nicely done. This place has been open for about a couple of months now and seems to be busy every time I walk past, a good sign.The restaurant has..."

GregL

"It was a cold winters night when we entered into the cozy and understated Bistro St Jean on Moorabol st. The dimly lit room was surprisingly..."

JIMMY!

"Awesome French cuisine around the neighborhood, nice food, good ambience, friendly services,..."

Louis Lau

"Quite simply one of the best restaurants I have been to in years. So many places today feel like a fusion between a pub and restaurant, or a podium..."

Nick Egglington

"It was a lovely experience. Service was really good, I truly enjoys the staff and server friendliness. Food were a bit too seasoned for our taste but..."

nadia nutss

"My wife and I had a dinner just now. Very pleased with the food and service. Tony is very friendly. Thank you..."

James Chen

"An absolutely beautiful restaurant with exceptional food and service. Thank you Tony for making the experience on my first visit fantastic. I’ll..."

Sarah Crawford

"Fabulous restaurant - Perfect for any occasion. Amazing service, atmosphere and live music. Will definitely be back! Merci Bistrot St..."

Rob Clarke

"Very polite wait staff and exquisite French cuisine with a menu that gets updated regularly. The ambiance is perfect for date night or an intimate..."

Sammy Gerrard

Donco Geelong

93/100 (514 ratings)

Japanese Fusion

Japanese Fusion

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Japanese Fusion

Gift Cards Available

Outdoor Seating

Accepts Credit Cards

The Sprout And The Bean Cafe Bar

93/100 (109 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Vegetarian Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

"Go and eat rad food here. It's a rad little venue, the food's always rad and the staff are always rad. You're a rad bunch. Thanks for providing rad..."

Almond Doygle

"Visited with my vegan daughter ( I'm neither vegan nor vegetarian) I had the falafel wrap, absolutely delicious, can recommend wholeheartedly...."

Bob Morton

"Love this place! The best Chai lattes..."

Marsha Uppill

"The most chilled staff / cafe in Geelong, and delicious great..."

Ben Menzies

"Absolutely Delicious Vegan food! And great service :-) Thank you..."

Melissa Rubilar

"The food is sensational. So yummy. And so are the..."

Ange Webb

"Cute cafe, amazing healthy food! Love the coffee!..."

Ruby Hollander

"The staff are incredibly friendly and the food is always fresh, delicious and original! Love, love, love this place!..."

Dina Dasic

"Excellent fresh healthy food, snacks and great coffee. Not to mention the friendly smiling..."

Melissa Will

"Had a fantastic coffee experience today as part of the Tastes of Geelong coffee crawl! Delicious coffee and service. Looking forward to returning..."

Dianne Kosir

"Awesome chai! Should of said yes to a large when..."

Tim Buckley

Tulip Bar & Restaurant

90/100 (967 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Credit Cards

"Me and two of my friends went there for a lunch. We ordered ‘two waves’ which includes 6 dishes. It’s a sharing menu and my dietary requirement..."

EgglessVeggo

"Following current fashion of shared plates, this pleasant place has a good meat selection and light on vegetarian and vegan choices. Knowledgeable..."

Srslyfoods

"Lucky for me and my westside roots, Geelong is one of my favourite regional Victorian getaway spots that is only a stone’s throw away from home. We..."

Theycallmemaggie

"If you want to try fine dining, this is the place in Geelong. I have been here twice and was welcomed both times by their warm service. Both times I..."

Eater

"We had dinner for 12 people and everything was delicious. The wine list is long and the waitress was pretty new but she did her best to help us..."

B Fair Hospo Life

"I have come to tulip many times for dinner and lunch. The food is always delicious and the service is great, with lovely waiters not afraid to give..."

Diner123

"We have just been to Tulip for lunch ! Wow ! World class ! You could see the chef's in the kitchen and they were ' in the zone' ! We only had the..."

Julie McNamara

"You know that feeling when you get a good book, and you get to the last chapter and you don't it to end? That's how I felt at Tulip. I wanted to..."

Nicole

"The food is simply amazing here. Always a favourite whenever we are in Geelong. Service was friendly and helpful. The thyme ice cream is highly..."

Jesse & Kyra

"Kingfish, octopus, beef short rib, a grain salad were ordered, and we were happy we came, our mood improving considerably. This is a sister..."

Ben Lee Kong

"So much wanted to like this place.We had the "waves", which consisted of several courses.One would like to think that waves would come out..."

Geelong Diner

"Bloody lovely. Mum and I had the 6 course degustation menu- my first ever. Small plates of awesome produce. Red wine served by the glass was also..."

Vegemite Girl

"I had the best fine dining experience of my life here at Tulip. I wanted to spoil my mum who had just turned 50, so I was looking for something..."

MagicLuke

"A gem of a restaurant, food, wine, service & atmosphere was spectacular. Fantastic for a special occasion or treat. Worth a trip to Geelong to..."

Ilovemelbourne

"Came here a while back- loved it. The food was so good. Obviously they take great care in producing excellent food with great flavours! Keep up the..."

Miranda.j.leanne

"Best restaurant in Geelong! Amazing degustation that fills you up for $69! Every item carefully thought out and beautifully presented. Carrot salad..."

Don'tMessWithMyFood

"Really good food in Geelong. Probably the best of the fine dinging options outside the set menu overpriced stuff at Igny etc. Go with a group, order..."

Coxy

"Went here a while back with a few friends for dinner. We had heard good things so we had hopes for a fantastic meal- and that's exactly what we got!..."

Trwiki

"Dined here tonight for the first time and I can say this is without doubt the benchmark in Tapas dining in Geelong and better than other hatted..."

Heater

"Really pleased to have a 'hatted' restaurant in Geelong, thus Tulip has become our go to location when the guests arrive. Food is always of a high..."

Simon Hill

"The best restaurant in Geelong has gotten better, as it has added great value to its already excellent menu with a $25 set menu lunch deal (Mon-Wed)..."

Bob Thomas

"The food at Tulip is unparalleled in Geelong. It's not cheap, but with dishes designed to share and very accommodating service you will find..."

MattyB

"Have been to tulip many times for lunch and dinner and have never been disappointed. Food and wine list both fantastic and staff are always helpful..."

Coffee Snob

"One of my go- to restaurants in Geelong! Fresh produce that is cooked to perfection . The flavour combinations fit very well together and you'd be..."

Mariane

"Good, but niggles. I've been three times. Last time we were a group of eight and were highly recommended to go with the chef's selection because of..."

GregL

"Really good. Fantastic food and great service. Highly..."

Monsoon

"This was the most delicious, delightful and interesting meal I've had in a long, long time. Presentation, taste, creativity, elegance... Also a great..."

Fiona Tee

"Lovely Atmosphere. Tulip had a nice atmosphere. The food was great but, would of liked some fresh options on the menu that reflected the season,..."

Ksascomposition

"Lovely...pork belly is a must!. A beautiful atmosphere though the front section is a little stark and cold. Maybe some candles or flowers on the..."

DEVOUR

"Absolutely Geelong's best! .... Absolutely Geelong's best!I have been keen to get to Tulip since it opened it's doors and finally I made it. I..."

Jo

"Best in Geelong. Amazing food..."

Sargemack

"SImply perfect. We dined at Tulip based on a friends recomendation and had the chefs menu. What a feast. Every bite was delicious and the servings..."

Shell

"Best in Geelong. My second visit. The food was great especially the king fish which was up there as one of the best dishes I've ever eaten and the..."

Carlo Di Martino

"Another great meal from unquestionably the best restaurant in Geelong. I keep coming back and it keeps getting better.-----09 Apr,..."

Bob Thomas

"Wonderful food at this stylish little eatery on Pakington St. All the dishes presented were finished with much care and attention, but never feeling..."

Geetownfoodie

"Would recommend to anyone!!. What an incredible place! Not only were the staff lovely and accommodating, but the food was mouth watering!! Will be..."

Leah

"Far exceeded expectations!. Simply divine meal at Tulip last night. Not one complaint from our table of 7, but continous exclamations of 'ooh yum'..."

Northcote-dweller

"Went for dinner last week food was spot on beautiful room only disappointment was didn't get to try dessert (my fault I had the kids :) ) looking..."

Jack Jones

"Realy Great food and very good service. Got a little noisy, but well worth..."

Dale Gillham

"Superb. Fantastic food and great service. We had a number of sharing plates for a friends birthday, and each course was very tasty and well..."

Stephen.cambridge

"Yum yum. Super excited to have Tulip open up.A really cool menu that our group shared and loved every bite.Think I've found my..."

Robert

"Delicious! Thanks for a wonderful lunch, can't wait to come back for dinner. Food was delicious and creative, and the space is beautiful. Great..."

Anna

"Sensational, decore is refreshing with tapa style dishes making it an enjoyable and pleasurable experience. Give it a..."

James Morphy

"Wow, the food was sublime! We weren't sure what to expect when we booked based on the reviews, but we were so glad we did. The service was so warm..."

Gustav

"Tonight we ate at Tulip. This is not the first time that we’ve eaten here and as usual it was superb! Though this was not our first time eating..."

Kyra Kaehne

"I had high expectations of Tulip and fortunately it didn't disappoint! It is a well run restaurant which covers all bases, including a solid wine..."

Nicholas Ryan

"Tonight we were delighted to try this beautiful restaurant. We were greeted quickly by friendly staff and once seated the chef introduced himself at..."

Melissa Ford

"We had a memorial get together at Tulip today. Let me start with the staff. They almost became part of the group. They were attentive and very..."

Guy Davy

"WOW, the most amazing food and the service was next level. If your looking to have a romantic dinner or a lunch with really good friends then do it..."

Daniel Bykersma

"My husband surprised me with dinner at Tulip and we were both really impressed by the quality of food served. We did the $75pp Four Wave (chef's..."

Beatrice Koh

"The food here was excellent and the staff were very friendly and even wished us a happy anniversary as we were celebrating for our dinner. The drink..."

Michael Murrihy

Brunenzo's Italian Pizzeria

90/100 (1088 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

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Vegetarian Friendly

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"loved it it a lot loved it it a lotloved it it a lotloved it it a lotloved it it a lotloved it it a lotloved it it a lotloved it it a lotloved it it..."

Dylan Vigilante

"The place looked busy and service was fast. I had previously looked at menu online and the price from that to in person didn’t match....."

Jamee Cooper

"I wasn't keen on this place when it use to be Alfio's, bit since it has changed it has become so much better. Have been there a few times,..."

Ben Minutoli

"Excellent service; Great surrounds; Have had pizzas far and wide I would rate the pizzas here as the best in Geelong; worth checking it out; Will be..."

Phantom

"Great customer service with friendly helpful staff. Ordered the Herb Pizza was fresh, good balance of cheese and herb and cooked beautifully. Had the..."

Cherie Donselaar

"The staffs are as amazing as their food. Love the Ceasar salad and pizza. They even do half and halfs for the pizzas. Dessert was beautiful, the..."

green apple

"where to start. i first came here after seeing an article from the geelong addy taped against the wall of the barwon clubs urinal. rumour has it that..."

Darcy Broom

"After recommendation from my friend, me and my wife planned to dine in at Brunenzo’s. The lovely staff was so welcoming and the atmosphere was..."

Sam

"Wow! Amazing food, very generous proportions, lovely staff and a really cool vibe. We were welcomed, sat down and looked after very well, meals came..."

Sean Murphy

"Excellent food, service and pricing! Food is always hot and fresh and staff are more than flexible and super friendly. We will continue to go here..."

Cait and Mitch

"Going on a recommendation I decided to take the drive up from Melbourne to see what the fuss was all about. First thing was the staff couldn't do..."

Dexter Flight

"As soon as you walk in you're always greeted nicely by the staff, they're a good team. The pizzas are very nice, great flavour and topped just the..."

Matthias Zákors

89/100 (2920 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

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Highchairs Available

Outdoor Seating

"Extremely good service and even better food as well as the best coffee. Would have to be one of the best cafes in the eastern states of..."

Sue Doman

"This was my first visit today for an early lunch date, I would highly recommend the food, the garden area and the atmosphere, not to forget the very..."

Lisa Marie

"Amazing coffee! The place to go for breakfast.. beautiful open fires and the home made relish is to die..."

Lee Thesrt

"Best cup of coffee I've had in Geelong yet. The BBQ sauce I had on my epic scrambled eggs was delicious and I ordered a side of avo expecting it to..."

Brodee Kurz

"We had a beautiful chicken curry each and it was sensational. The service is always great as well as the ambience which is wonderful and very unique...."

Susan Alexander McAvoy

"The food and coffee were on point. Highly recommended cafe in..."

SJ Sutton

"Have visited numerous times since March when we arrived in Australia and have always enjoyed it. Great food, fab atmosphere, plenty of choice and..."

Michelle Spears

"Sensational place, perfect menu, superb service and great vibe, will be back next time im in..."

Rebecca Wickenton

"THE place to go for a relaxed lunch that can ooze into a lazy afternoon with coffee flowing. Great food, atmosphere, service. No table numbers..."

Julie Harper

"I love this place! The outdoor eating area is great and the food is fresh, healthy and very tasty! Great service too..."

Shaun Preston

"I've been coming to Cafe Go off and on for many years, but I have to say recently my Dr put me on a low FODMAP regime. Eating out becomes a..."

Fiona Lucas

"Apart from really good coffee, food and an open fire I don't think I have ever been to Cafe-Go without someone saying "Remember the time we came here..."

Di Cale

"Absolute favourite place to get coffee and just relax. Staff as so friendly and always up for a good laugh. Best breakie roll in town. 10/10 would..."

Meghan Canny

" ⁣Yesterday I went to get food from a brunch place for the first time ever since quarantine!! I’m so glad we stopped by @cafe_go when we visited..."

Tracey Loc

"Cafe Go,thank you so much for wonderful friendly service. We recently visited for a conference in Geelong.Everyone loved what they had to eat and..."

Pamela Hettriachchi

"Great small cafe with interesting table number - monkey! Beef burger is nice and bread is so soft. Mocha is too sweet for me though. But why not have..."

A.C.F.G

"This cafe is a homely, small country town vibe about it. It has nice food and the gluten free bread (I just spontaneously wanted to see how the other..."

Ben Farrell Chalmers

"This cafe is homey and full of antique decor, really love the ambience. Food was pretty good, the waffle that I had has a good texture and delicious..."

Val

"Great food, awesome music, eclectic decor and friendly staff! Really nice courtyard area out the back, perfect for brunch on a nice day...."

Tash Borg

"Very cute cafe and the courtyard is just gorgeous. Love the vibes. Food was great! The zucchini fritters were smashing - soft fluffy and great..."

Amy

"Reasonably priced and the food here is better than just good. Mainly it's because of their bacon, red and crispy. The bread was pretty good too,..."

Don Djoe

"Beautiful, cute cafe very near the beach. The first impression when we walked in this place on a Saturday morning was it’s just a cute, normal..."

Mai T Tran

"Delicious store made cabinet food is hard to come by. Consistent good quality from this place. The sandwiches are delicious with really unique..."

Mon Bon

黄维维

"Been here twice, due to work taking me to Geelong on those occasions. Had the pulled lamb panini both times. Great flavour and the sandwich. Love the..."

Jonathan Tan

"Oh man, I absolutely love the coffee here! I don't know what beans they use but the coffee is always strong and rich. Delicious! The food is also..."

MD

"They don’t use numbers or letters for your orders. Rather they use stuffed toys, which is very unique. Their chai latte is so yum, the ambience is..."

Andie

"DELICIOUS! Everything we had was really great. The corn and zucchini fritters with the poached eggs and that AMAZING sauce was my fave! Coffee great..."

Emmilio

"A quaint looking cottage cafe situated just off the side of Geelong CBD.Happy lively atmosphere with magnificent coffee and fast..."

Magpie

"Have been attending this Geelong establishment since I was a baby medical student! It’s always such a busy spot, and for good reason! I love..."

Yorkstergram

"Grabbed a toasted sandwich here for lunch today. I had ham and cheese on sourdough and it was really good. Great bread. The staff were..."

Timinmelbourne

"Best thing about this place is the extensive menu that has something for everyone. Sometimes their service can be a little slow however it is..."

Moose

"Service:- All staff were friendlyGood and drinks:- Ordered a dirty chai and nasigoreng- Food portions are generous-..."

Rose Chor

"Hi! We have been going to Go for some time and recommend it. Great to pop in for a fresh salad or sandwich in between appointments during the day. We..."

Cooper

"Thought this place looked interesting last time we were in Geelong, so made a point of calling past for lunch today. It's clearly very popular and..."

Nicole P

"Ok so went to cafe go for the first time but have heard great things! We went for breaky and sat out the back! Heaters were on and it was a really..."

Dave

"Nice backyard dining area, food are good, nothing out of the ordinary, cute 'touch' with having to hold on to stuffed dolls instead of numbers for..."

NappyMomma

"At this present time Cafe Go is my favorite cafe in Geelong. This is mostly due to the fantastic atmosphere and beautiful outdoor and well..."

Allison Elsey

"I wouldn't say it's fast service but the staff are nice. Thankfully the food and coffee is excellent and makes this place worth it. I would like to..."

NumNum

"Lunch here, nice ambiance, friendly staff. Had the Lamb Borek... Very crispy and tasty. Staff were friendly. They do all day breakfast and lunch..."

Andrew R Buchel

"Cute cafe with great decor. Love the paintings and fireplace. Clean place with ample space and good service. Food was acceptable. Had the brekky roll..."

Goh Shu Herng

"Cute little cafe that uses plush toys for orders instead of table numbers - I love it! The Portalington mussels are lovely but I was disappointed to..."

Mariane

"Very comfortable and hospitable. Good prices, good coffee, good food, and great staff. My go to cafe between work hours in..."

Loxton117

"Best cafe in Geelong. Delicious food, very competetent friendly staff and a relaxed but stylish atmosphere. What more do you want? Lots of seating in..."

Kel Phlips

"Great coffee, good food, and lovely outdoor area. Wait can be a bit long but the staff are very friendly and helpful. One of the top cafes in Geelong..."

Osama Bhatti

"Almond Croissants. Huge and filled with frangipane and covered with toasted..."

Ingridgm74

"Lovely. This place is always lovely. The interior is cute, I love the courtyard area too. Food is always yummy accompanied by friendly..."

Anotherfoodie

"Best cafe in Geelong!!! Really friendly staff, relaxing and funky outdoor garden dining area and the table markers are old, loved toys which just..."

Anna Wild

"Melbourne charm in Geelong City. One of Geelong's must do cafe spots! Greta coffee, fabulous food and friendly service. I have taken locals and out..."

Jessica Padula

"We were passing through Geelong and after a quick research we came here for lunch today. It looks small from looking in from the outside but they..."

Miffy7

"Persian eggs, delish! Great..."

The Soop Nazi

"Fave cafe. Have been here a number of times and always had good meals and good coffee. Love the ambience of the courtyard area. A place I take..."

Wendy

"I have heard a lot about this cafe and was so excited to check it out for myself. First impressions where good and going with my expectations high I..."

Bec McDonald

"Great value food, fresh ingredients, loved the garden out back. I really loved this place, its really quaint and funky. It's the first breakfast..."

Boppy Chick

"Good Coffee, Great service, Super Cramped. People of Geelong caught on to how good the coffee and food in this place is and decided to jump in. All..."

Mishrakartik

"Hmm, have always loved this place but not so sure anymore. Cramped and chaotic, with staff running around not sure of where to deliver coffee/food-..."

Weliketoeat

"A slice of cafe heaven. Family had breaky before heading back to Melbourne. Great menu options, really excellent coffee, friendly and efficient..."

Chille

"Place of character. A great place for a lunch if you want to eat at the back. The garden is cosy and fresh with a..."

BorisD

"Yummy. Walked up here from our hotel when we stayed in Geelong for week. What a gem of a place. Coffe was extremely good compared to the crap on the..."

Tamtam

"A secret garden retreat in Geelong filled with eclectic riches and scrumptious delights to temp you soul and your taste buds! The menu is a good mix..."

Andrew Bauer

"Love the interior such a funky cafe! I had the Vietnamese chicken salad which was lovely and full of flavour, but would be even better with a bit..."

Nell

"Perfect spot for a long lazy Saturday..."

Dave Langeder

"Exactly like mum used to make. No,..."

Pauly Walnuts

"I love it. Visited this place for breakfast on Monday morning. The food is great and the service is great too. The food is amazing for such a low..."

JohnJohn Australia

"Nice atmosphere. Like the atmosphere, the courtyard is lovely, and the food is..."

Jerrysmalls4

"Very impressed. Great coffee, great food and great service. I felt welcome even on a busy fri afternoon. Will be my spot for brunch. Ps....I love the..."

Nathan Lightfoot

"Quirky. Cool place, a little bit quirky, good coffee, good service and food what more can I..."

Petemcmahon82

"Great cafe. I have consistently enjoyed this cafe for breakfast and lunch. Friendly staff, great coffee, great vegetarian options and a lovely..."

Lou

"Decent food. Got the chicken grilled corn panini, steak sanga, cauliflower and pumpkin soup, strawberry milkshake nice-not too..."

EpicMickey

"Friendly service, good atmosphere. A great place for..."

Foodie

"Great!! Always busy around lunchtime which means a little wait in a lovely atmosphere, staff are always smiling and courteous, and the food fresh and..."

AB

"Fantastic attitude from everyone there and great food to boot!. Regularly frequent this place for a hang over cure on the weekends. All day..."

Ash W

"I'm from out of town and just stopped for breakfast and glad I did. It was great. The business comcept and food were obviously put together with..."

Lucky

"A busy little cafe, it was very convenient for me while waiting for someone in surgery up the street. The staff gave me a friendly greeting and took..."

Perthluckystar

"Just indulged in breakfast. .... Just indulged in breakfast.Great food, atmosphere, and price.Huge portion sizes!It's great there is a..."

Moluck

"Love it. Get service, great food. coffee a little weak, but still..."

Maria

"Great Catering. Up until last night we'd only ever popped into Go for a coffee (which are great) but we had a dinner last night, it was for a private..."

Cheyanne Ainsworth

Optimisticgirl

"A touch of fitzroy in central Geelong, a rare find anywhere in Geelong. Great atmosphere and outdoor area away from the chaos of the waterfront. Good..."

Meela

"Have been for breakfast and lunch- Cool place, funky decor and atmosphere with a unique table numbering system- we got a cute teddy bear the first..."

Chompchomp

"Great food and coffee. Very quaint with interesting decor. Have been by and eaten here heaps and loved it every single..."

AshY003

"Great coffee! Nice bacon & egg roll with just the right amount of mayo and a little piccalilli...."

Tasty Tucker

"A breath of fresh air; great atmosphere feels so much like being in Melbourne, with great coffee, food and music to match. Oh and ps - the staff are..."

Peter Dawson

"This was an excellent place to eat. The staff are friendly, the service was fast and the food and drinks were excellent!! Good vegan options,..."

Craig Lambie

"Very nice little cafe, looks small from the front but has lots of seating towards the back. The menu is a bit limited but there is still something..."

TW Pretorius

"Beautiful setup and decore very cosy w a fire place and an out door area w plenty of nature cover. Clearly a favourite for locals w steady stream of..."

Maryleen V

"The Lamb Pizza is so GOOD, grab a seat the fireplace for cozy warm ambience and meal.. Bonus? Lovely and friendly young lady at the cashier. 5 out of..."

Alvin Ong

"Such a lovely cafe with good cozy backyard filled out with bunch of plants! Coffee was awesome! Will definitely go back there again for brunch next ..."

Sonia

"Really enjoyed the tasty corn plus zucchini fitters. Green smoothie was tasty with flavours of mint and lemon but the consistency was not thick. A..."

Chandra Shekar

"Great latte with well balanced acid, and just love the corn & zucchini fritters, full flavour of sweet corn and rich taste and texture. Must..."

Rolloneone

"The food was incredibly tasty. Plenty of vegan and vegetarian options as well. The dish I had was the Turkish poached eggs with bacon added too. The..."

Arosh Gunawardena

Mav's Restaurant

88/100 (1352 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Highchairs Available

Wheelchair Accessible

"well i'll start off by thanking all of the people who have left such poor reviews for mav's... clearly your "constructive criticism" has been well..."

Paul Carson

"Absolute BEST seafood platter I have ever seen. It’s worth visiting Geelong, just to eat at this restaurant! Amazing service, great wine, lovely..."

Rachel Patterson

"First time last night for a date night with hubby and wow! Service was amazing, always making sure we were looked after, food was delicious, size of..."

Cathy Phillips

"We enjoyed a great evening out with friends sharing the banquet. The food was so tasty and more than enough for all of us. We could not have had..."

Lisa Walter

"1st time there this evening, with my Husband. The food was OUT OF THIS WORLD!!! Being Valentines' Day, it was rather busy- but the staff were ever..."

Kelly Stenz

"Very tasty lunch. Share platter was huge we couldn’t eat it all. Staff very friendly and attentive. We will be..."

Tanya Horan

"I came here for dinner with friends some nights ago, and had a wonderful evening. The manager was very attentive and our meals came surprisingly..."

Joan Reyes

"Had a beautiful lunch and enjoyed greek wines with my best friend today at your lovely restaurant. The food was amazing. Would love a bit of warmth..."

Loretta Kerr

"The food and service amazing always been to mavs a few times now and they never fail to impress !!..."

Peter Wyld

"Honestly the best meal I've had in Geelong. Great customer service and absolutely amazing food. Will definitely be..."

Deborah Wahrlich

"“Get ready to be blown away” First time eating in a Greek restaurant and we just LOVE it! The portion is just generous. The flavours..."

Cindy Ramli Chang

"Amazing food! Surprised my partner by going here as a treat after his continues complaining on how we only manage to find average dinners together...."

Lilith

"We wanted to have a good hearty meal when we are at Geelong. A good Greek meal was what we craved and Mavs didn't disappoint us. A good lovely staff..."

Nandkumar Kadam

"Staff were great, very welcoming. Prices were adequate, the size of the dishes were pretty big. We went in a group of 4. We loved the greek oysters,..."

Ryan Miller

"Had a beautiful tasty lunch at Mavs today. Friendly service .Tasty greek food the grilled calamari beautifully presented.The succulent lamb gyro..."

Sophie Handris

"Yesterday I had lunch with my friends and ordered a Seafood Platter. I shared it with my partner and we were so full at the end, we struggled to..."

Paul Xuereb

"Julia is such a great hostess… Attentive and very welcoming, the place is clean and as you’d expect the food was..."

Eddy Khayat

"The service was very friendly and the food was delicious and cost effective. Usually very..."

Yuan Luo

Ebony & Ivory

88/100 (607 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

"With restaurants and cafes your favourite can often depend on your mood and your needs at the time. I have found myself walking through the doors of..."

Stina Thor

"What's Italian for delicious - delicioso? What's Italian for wonderful - hmmm, no idea. Whatever the words, that's what dinner was tonight. The food..."

Bill Murch

"An awesome place! I went there a few times already for breakfast and dinner. Finally in town a great cafe open all day. Coffee is excellent! Service..."

Frankie Florence

"Absolutely amazing food and ambience! The staff are lovely too... what a great combo!! Highly recommend this place if you're after the best pasta..."

Hannah Stephen

"I just had my 18th birthday dinner there I highly recommend as the service is great and the food is to die for. If you haven’t been there yet you..."

Sophie Thorley

"The waiter staff are very friendly and knowledgeable on the menu. Going out during winter can be risky, however the restaurant was lovely and warm...."

John O'Neil

"I have a diary intolerance and wine preservative allergy and the staff were very informative and ensured I had the right food and wine to enjoy a..."

Theresa McGuane

"We had a superb dinner here! Genuinely lovely Mediterranean food. My ravioli and salad was perfect. Was lovely sitting out in the courtyard on a..."

Jamie Harcourt

"Went to Ebony & Ivory for dinner last night. Great atmosphere and service! We had the best salmon with asparagus, spinach and broccoli cooked to..."

Martina Sherwin

"Had dinner last night after the movies.Have never had Ravioli as good as this before! Absolutely gorgeous (I could've licked the plate..."

Debbie Fraser

"Great food and a great atmosphere. The host Ninni is very friendly and funny and always is willing to help with the right wine choice for you..."

Christopher Dwyer

"Fun atmosphere, amazing food and wonderful..."

Ingrid Dwyer

"Excellent service and the food was just as fantastic! Will..."

Dan Jablan

Le Thai Chef Restaurant

88/100 (265 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Vegetarian Friendly

"Very nice environment, clean and the food was really tasty and good price..."

Pspc@eat

"Nice food we enjoyed the dinnee there Thank..................................................."

Raj

"Friendly service, great atmosphere and absolutely delicious food- would highly recommend the Laab Gai and Vegetarian Satay Stirfry. One of our..."

Christopher Pearce

"Good, fresh Thai food. Very quick and friendly service. Can't fault it. Not too oily like some Thai can be, was just delicious. Coconut rice is..."

Hailey

"Fantastic food! The Thai here is so authentic and delicious. I got chicken pad se ew and it was one of the best I've had. Curry puffs were tasty as..."

Kate Pollard

"Unbelievable food, the whole restaurant is oozing with atmosphere and ambience, the staff are so wonderful and dressed in theme, the food is very..."

Welovefood

"I love this place. Favourite Thai in Geelong, service is great and friendly and my usual green vegetable curry is probably the best in Geelong for..."

Abigail Williams

Bear & Bean

88/100 (252 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Vegetarian Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

Gift Cards Available

Highchairs Available

King Of The Castle Cafe

88/100 (1507 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Highchairs Available

Outdoor Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

"Wonderful food, along with excellent, kind & friendly staff. Couldn’t recommend anymore for brunch & breakfast. Also delicious coffee..."

Jay Coalter

"Went here today for lunch, had the omelette and the king chicken burger. Meals were quick and super delicious, staff were friendly, even if they..."

Jenna Primmer

"Coffee was excellent and the sevice was great.The staff were friendly and attentive even though they were under the pump. I ordered the salmon sushi..."

Maria Parascandalo

"Excellent is the best word to describe this place. Every single staff member was friendly and informative with our waiter having an expert knowledge..."

Nathan Brown

"Top cafe!!! This place is more a 4.5! Amazing ambiance, top music and friendly service. The only minor thing that brought the ratings down was the..."

Gdkf

"You can always expect friendly service, great coffee ( best in Geelong ) and tasty food! Highly recommend King of the Castle - thanks Robbie..."

Fitangel

"An amazing venue with Asian fusion incorporated into their menu. Even their little a la crate desserts are to die for. We were out that way just for..."

EatPicLove

"Second visit here , I returned with my vegetarian daughter , she had a fruit tea latte , tasted like hot strawberry nesquick very different . We..."

Julie Cassie

"Cool funky warehouse conversion in Geelong. Musics always pumping. Food good and so is the coffee. Price is slightly higher than other similar..."

MelbourneFoodSocial

"We had the Korean rice bowl, cheeseburger and a coffee. Food was delicious BUT coffee was very average. Place was nice and staff were really..."

Courtney

"One of the best breakfasts in Geelong! Really friendly staff, a great atmosphere with pumping house tunes, light airy decor, and comfortable..."

Ji Cottrill

"Pretty cool place. Top notch coffee and service. Being an old workshop, the vibe is super cool and with nice decor and good tunes. Music could be a..."

Steffo

"The food is awesome but service is seriously lacking. Took ages to be seated, then longer to be served. I'd definitely do it again for the delicious..."

Tamara Brennan

"😱Lizzie’s first impression: For a town outside of the CBD, this place is bustling with people! We had to wait around 20 mins for a table...."

Lizzie Eats Melbourne

"Very hipster. Ok coffee. Good menu, service but loud noisy. Poke bowl was so so and outdoor seating looks out to train lines. Above average for..."

Ben 001

"Lovely cafe! Bustling and busy on a Sunday morning - had a 15min wait for a table. Great interior with super friendly staff! Ordered a chai latte and..."

Loz Arthur

"What an awesome little place this is! The fit out is so cool, I believe it was a former mechanics garage. Pretty hanging lights and pot plants,..."

KnowingMelbourne

"Lovely rustic venue. Modern and very hipster and wouldn't be out of place in Brunswick, Melbourne. The staff were friendly and the food tasty and..."

Avinash Rajah

"Great coffee. Friendly, welcoming staff. Delicious food - Nasi Goreng! It was a little cool inside (winter!) & the roller door was wide open -..."

AlliG

"Friendly staff, great environment! Food are great. Had the "warm beetroot + goats cheese salad" (very pretty and yummy, enough for 1..."

Mei Lim

"Just over an hour drive from Melbourne, in Geelong, you will find a fresh, new foodie scene developing on Victoria's Surf Coast. Geelong, previously..."

Lauren Hughes

"King of the Castle opened in 2013 as a hole-in-the-wall café operating out of the storeroom of an old Geelong bakery. The brainchild of Geelong born..."

Gastrology

"Glad we came here early as it got packed pretty quick. We were quite impressed with this place. The food was pretty unique, had some nice flavours..."

FineDiners

"One of the best places I've had breakfast at. Good service, nice place with a court yard area. Tasty menu with amazing flavour combinations. There's..."

Moodie Foodie

"Great little hidden gem in Geelong. I came here for a very early breakfast as I have heard so much about this place. The coffee was good..."

Mizpiggy

"Arriving to the King of the Castle you will be delighted by the industrial design and modern feel the cafe offers. The ambiance is definitely a..."

Kelly Sissons

"Driving through Geelong West, we decided to stop at this small factory converted into a cafe. With the roller door opened, I was cold. The fitout..."

Rita

"Great menu, open space, fantastic service. Geelong needs so much more of this. Very family friendly, even a water bowl out the front for the dog...."

Tara Grossman

"Driving by in search of a brunch spot and this was the first place that popped up! Loved the ambience, friendly staff and great food. We had the..."

Ginelle

"A trendy little hide-a-way that looks like it has been dropped straight from Melbourne into the hip Pakington Street. Love the lights and decor..."

Catherine MacLean

"On the Soy Latte alone ....We've come early enough this time ..... for their Soy Latte. Every Sundays we drove here and they are closed..."

"JT" Jeffrie Trika

"King of the Castle cafe on trendy Pakington St in Geelong was the second establishment my friend from Torquay insisted Foodie Melbourne visited on my..."

Foodiemelbourne

"Love this place and love that it has pana! Food is very tasty. Another great health conscious restaurant. Highly recommend this cafe if driving down..."

Melanie SRG

"Great use of space. Brisket burger was very tasty but for 18-20$ something a little extra would have been nice. Good service. The rice quinoa ball..."

Tele

"Excellent, a modernized hip cafe.The coffee is very nice here, tried their different latte version which are.Swoon me latte - mix of..."

Foodie Guy

"Absolutely love the vibe and feel in this modern warehouse style cafe, I smiled as soon as we drove past looking at this place!I went with..."

The Notorious Masked Bandit

"Great venue, food and staff! I had a chai latte with almond milk and the naked smoothie bowl. Great vegan and vegetarian options available :) the..."

Rebecca E

"Really nicely decorated, bright, open space. Staff were really friendly and they use Padre beans so the coffee is great. Had the banana bread which..."

Hailey

"I have been wanting to go here for a couple of months now and finally made time to make the 1hr and 30 min drive to Geelong. I was dying..."

Agirlnamedlisa

"I adored this place.I'm working backward from the food, but please bear with me here...We made a booking for a booth, which was a good..."

Geelong Diner

"Great place to get a good coffee in town, loved it so much I got another. The food was average and went cold really fast because of the open..."

Lucinda Thai

"Having heard about this cafe on instagram I was interested to see if it lived up to the hype. We went in late in the afternoon so it wasn't busy..."

Mary Birtles

"This place has a great atmosphere! The coffee and service is fantastic!! The food here is pretty good as well. But the coffee is a stand out..."

Steph A

"They are on fire these guys. Really hitting their sweet spot. Staff are working well in sync, even with lines out the door and a slightly clunky..."

Poiuyt

"Fantastic little find this! When I took my first sip of my coffee here I knew I was onto a good thing. Immediately I ordered another coffee as it..."

Patersani

"Still geelongs best coffee. So good. Waitress was rude & disinterested but I tell you what, that coffee is so good it didn't matter. Just love that..."

Out & About

"Any drive towards the great ocean road calls for a hearty and tasty breakfast with great coffee that can seem scary to look for in Geelong. Luckily..."

Feed Me

"King of the Castle cafe on trendy Pakington St in Geelong was the second establishment my friend from Torquay insisted Foodie Melbourne visited on my..."

Foodiemelbourne

"Visited this gem whilst down from Melbourne and loved it. Very cool industrial space, great menu. The slow cooked brisket burger was incredible, I..."

Foodiemelbourne

"After we had arrived in G-Town we decided to head out for coffee and a late breakfast. King of The Castle started off as a little hole in the wall..."

Edge Of My Plate

"By far THE BEST coffee in Geelong! Great atmosphere, great service, great people.... Totally addicted to this awesome place..."

Jo Warner

"Trendy new spot fit for Pako!. Great new place for coffee in Pakington street! Really cool decor and vibe. Loved the hanging fishbowls!! Also the..."

Jessica Padula

"Great coffee, friendly staff & some snappy tunes. What more can you ask for? Oh, the treats are delicious..."

Rato

"Seriously COOL..... From a little hole in the wall to an impressive, industrial and vibing establishment. This place actually gets better and better..."

DEVOUR

"Outstanding Coffee!. Stopped here for a quick bite to eat this morning and was delighted by the outstanding coffee! It was also really reassuring to..."

AH

"Wonderful. Perfect almond milk latte! Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Just what Geelong..."

Clem_186

"A++. Great, coffee, service and atmosphere!! Hard to beat in Geelong. more chairs needed but that just speaks to this places popularity! Great..."

Amy Boyd

"The King of Geelong. Once you go here, you'll never step into another coffee shop in this town again!! Amazing is an..."

Dervinch

"The Best Coffee. Simple the best! Consistent all the time every..."

Jake Munday

"The King!. No better coffee and no better barista in Geelong. Certainly a big statement considering the improvement in Geelong's coffee scene over..."

D.stephenson

"My new favourite place. Wow...just wow. i have never come across a more genuine, talented and charismatic person as Robbie. It's not just about the..."

Doublerosetta

"Good coffee comes in a (very) small package!... I was told this place was tiny... but was surprised by just how tiny it is! Coffee is great, however,..."

Weliketoeat

"What can I say.... He's good to look at AND he can make coffee...I'm sold. Geelong, you are one lucky lady to have King of the..."

Jenna Fay

"One negative....many positives.There is no way in this world you would see me work in a room that small!! I couldnt beleive how small it..."

BKJ

"Great little cafe. Bright,.... Great little cafe. Bright, vibrant and relaxed. The owner, Robbie, is a charmer and always welcoming and he..."

ShaunC

"Best Coffee Ever. Just when you thought good customer service and a good coffee no longer existed, along comes King of the Castle. THANK YOU,..."

M_palmieri

"All Hail the King!. Yup. He's that good. One of only two barristas I know of in Geelong that really gets how to make great coffee. Smooth as, but..."

Teresa

"Delicious coffee and great "vibe" thanks to..."

Emmeline

"Would have to be one of the best casual dining experiences I've had. Every aspect shone, service, coffee and meals were excellent. All our 3 meals..."

David Sage

"My husband had booked this place for breakfast. Great food. I loved the casual- cool brunch vibe. Ana looked after us taking orders and all. She was..."

lakmal seneviratne

"Honestly, the best breakfast we've had in ages! Also, it's the best cafe we found in Geelong. It's a great open, bright, light and airy space that's..."

Gustav

"Really enjoyed the excellent service by the efficient and friendly staff, good atmosphere, nice food and quick service. Several good vegetarian..."

Chandra Shekar

"Fried chicken burger was really good. The eggs were cooked perfectly on my wife's dish. Friendly service - relaxed vibe. Would go again for..."

Dean Sharp

"Enjoyed food and atmosphere with good vivid happy vibe in the cafe! My partner was treated as a bit unwelcomed with one of the unfriendly..."

Sonia

"Great coffee (had the magic, not on the menu). Excellent, tasty food. Had the avo n toast with some bacon. Bread wasn't soggy and bacon was crispy...."

Edwin

"Front of house was helpful, attentive and prompt. Menu had a wide variety of savoury and sweet dishes and treats 👍 Ordered the Pork Scotch Egg,..."

Cherie Donselaar

88/100 (1494 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Gluten Free Options

Wheelchair Accessible

Gift Cards Available

Accepts Credit Cards

"I got the dry aged steak. To be fair, it didn't taste much different from a regular steak but it was delicious. Pay attention to the menu though, as..."

C S

"They obviously had a full house because we were sat outside. Luckily it was quite a nice evening. And later on they put the outdoor heating on for..."

Red Shelly

"Oh wow the steak here is so fantastic, I don't think you can find a place to eat an amazing Steak like Emerge. Their dry aged Steak is to die for yes..."

Cameron Jones

"Such a lovely experience, exceptional service and exceptional food. Highly recommend the wagyu fat hand cut chips and the crispy pork belly! And of..."

Brooke x

"Front house grills are super lovely and friendly! The dishes I had was excellent ! Service ! Flavor! And the portion size is much value than we paid..."

Daiki C

"First time in. Really good service.. Dine al fresco. The steak was really well cooked, perfect taste and texture. I really enjoyed it. Mushrooms not..."

Sergio Arellano

"absolutely loved it. amazing food, fantastic service, great atmosphere. they use Open Table for making bookings so that was easy as..."

tash yar

"The food here is bloody delicious . 🤤 Will be back to try the whole menu . 10/10 O'Connor Gippsland Porterhouse 300gm Full blood wagyu Mayura..."

Sissy B

Pistol Pete's Food N Blues

87/100 (1824 ratings)

Waffles & Crepes

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

Accepts Mastercard

Wheelchair Accessible

"I love this place, especially for the food. I can recommend the chicken & waffles with candied bacon, its the best. Also, I can recommend their..."

Emma Ellett

"Really good service , friendly staff, great casual atmosphere and tasty food ! Would recommend..."

Paula Delves

"Great food. Great company. Try the gumbo & jambalaya washed down with a New Orleans beer. The blues music just adds to the ambience. Top..."

Kelvin Addison

"Last night was the second visit to Pistol Petes. I came back to watch the band play Chuck Berry. I was not disappointed in the slightest. Firstly i..."

Lowe Dean

"Pistol Petes is the place to go if you want to feel Welcomed, not only by Pete but also by all the other patrons...the music is always fantastic ..."

Dishi Trishi

"The food is amazing! So yummy and filling. Love the live music. Staff are all so friendly and inviting. One of Geelong's hidden..."

Justine Martin

"Great value for money and really good food. Definitely recommend to anyone..."

Craig Solkhon

"Great food and great atmosphere. Pistol Pete's offers louisiana style food and music in a relaxed setting. Good..."

Peter Hill

"Really good place to have a beer and enjoy some great live blues being played..."

Peter Crowcroft

"Great staff.... great food n cocktails... great entertainment..."

Alison Carpenter

"Had a green hamburger which was yum! Really enjoyed the blues music. Shame people on other side of wall were so loud as to b intrusive and..."

Serge M Botans

"Had a truly excellent night here... really cool and different. Music was first class and food very tasty. Loved the US bourbon too...."

Nina Petrie

"Food's authentic and delicious and comes out fast, waiter is friendly and polite, atmosphere is perfect. Will be coming..."

Rachel Perkins

"loved the food, loved the decor, loved the Blues music, great atmosphere, will definitely..."

Debbie Daglas

"Travel from Ballarat just for the food and music! It's a great..."

Demita Raine

"Soooo good ! Highly..."

Maddy Kent

"Customer service is brilliant by all the staff and..."

Frankie V.Simovic

"Great music, great food. Had an excellent night thanks to the pistol Petes crew and tastes of Geelong. We will be..."

Pierre Isnard

"Small venue with great food, good atmosphere, reasonable prices. I think the support Pistol Pete’s gives to local Blues music is commendable. Keep..."

David Creamer

"This place is awesome. I was in New Orleans in December and miss it. This brings it a little closer to..."

Ree Winter

"Fabulous food and great music. We will definitely be..."

Renee Willey

"The Voodoo Chicken over fries was unreal, get some cornbread with it and dunk it in the Voodoo Hot..."

Mark O'Neill

"3.8Quirky southern USA style cafe. Nicely located on Little Malop Street which is undergoing an impressive rejuvenation. The cafe is..."

Two Sheds

"One of the best bowls of gumbo I've had in Australia. The broth was thick and full of flavour. And the voodoo munchies pack a punch. I..."

Kathleen Doherty

"An enjoyable meal with friends here. I ordered the fried chicken with sides of fries, coleslaw and cornbread. The slaw was a good and needed..."

Memo

"Great place and good food! Always a good night out the back in the courtyard!! Good atmosphere and music. Great spot on a nice arvo/evening...."

FC_Smithy

"Had a really great time here, music and atmosphere is nice and lively. Food was nice, I had the chicken and waffles admittedly I've never had..."

Abigail Williams

"Absolutely fantastic. Never had this type of food and i loved it. Had pulled pork, cajun fries, okra and corn bread. Will definitely go again and..."

Danii Ennor

"Love it. This spot is ideal to drop into before a show or a movie and then return for a cold beer and some good old fashioned live music. The kind we..."

John W.

"This place is like being back in New Orleans! The food is spot on and the vibe of the place is perfect! If you're looking for something to cure a..."

Chris

"Friday night meal with the boys, great atmosphere, like what they've done with the place. Laid back feeling with a live band playing smooth blues...."

Pee Tee

"Came here for a birthday lunch celebration. I'd love to come back again at night when they have live performances! The food was cooked to perfection...."

Kate Pollard

"Have been here a couple of times now. It's hard to get a table, but there's definitely a reason for that! The food has been great both times we have..."

Rachel

"We ate here with our family of 6 and everyone loved it. The food is sensational, serving sizes were big, and the price is really good. Has a very..."

Tara Grossman

"I got the tofu burger, the tofu seasoning was amazing and there was a beautiful amount of sauce, the Cajun chips were cooked perfectly and the Cajun..."

Cheb

"Outstanding on all fronts. Authentic Southern American tastes at great prices.Don't miss the Gumbo or Fried Chicken - mouth watering..."

Venessa Paech

"Great food, Great Music, Very friendly staff. What more could you ask for? Looks like the are expanding too. If you like a little spice I can..."

Ash W

"Had a really fun night here. Great band and atmosphere. Over ordered slightly but worth it. Yummy shrimp po'boy and burgers. Good value wine and beer..."

Knerkle

"Very cheap food! Hand never tried any of this food before. I got the tasting platter to have a bit of everything but next time would just get pulled..."

Mmmfoood

"Had a great time here for a mate's birthday. Terrific fried chicken. Cajun fries with pulled pork also great. Friends loved the jambalaya and the..."

Average Joe

"Great place. Had the southern fried chicken dinner. Wife had the Jambalaya with chicken. Along with a serve of fries with pork and BBQ sauce all..."

Go2G

"WOWEE!. Pistol Pete's is *AMAZING* - both in value and taste, this is really highly recommended. Freshly cooked and very tasty food - just what I am..."

LadyPants

"Great food, great prices!. Lovely little establishment. Delicious food. Fried shrimp were amazing! Highly..."

Jessica

"Loved it. Came here on a date and was not let down, the food was amazing and well priced and the service was great, the staff were polite and ready..."

Facebook User

"Absolutely fantastic ! G.... Absolutely fantastic ! Great food , great atmosphere , really funky restaurant in the heart of CBD...."

Todd Young

"All of it. In and around my mouth. All of it. I'll have one of everything. Can't say anything better. The best food in Geelong to this date!!! Sorry..."

Elwood

"A taste of southern has arrived, and it's awesome.. Pistol Pete's, a fantastic find in Geelong, great flavours only made better by the great..."

Michael C

"Holy Moley!. I've walked past Pistol Pete's a few times lately and kept thinking I should go back for a closer look. Today I did, and I was..."

Elspeth P

"Great food and conversation. I just popped in after getting a filling. Even though I couldn't feel my mouth this place intrigued me so I stopped in...."

Undermoney

"Authentic New Orleans food, great concept. First time, Wednesday night, six of us (4 adults, 2 kids), New Orleans theme night. Fantastic music..."

Andy Pobjoy

Centra Hotel

87/100 (1063 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Parking Available

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great food and well set up. One small issue with the service after I saw a chip in my glass and very nearly swallowed a bit of glass. Mentioned it..."

Fiona Harbison

"Centra is a welcoming bistro that provides classic Italian staples. While I was there I got to try their arancini, seafood linguine and rocket pizza...."

C S

"This place was not our first choice but what a great find. From the get go, the service has been outstanding. The staff is always smiling and very..."

G Lee

"Five star service, great ambience as they have outdoor courtyard which is nice on sunny days. We had pizza and Arancini balls which were delicious...."

Julz Nyoto

"Fantastic staff. Went out of their way to accommodate us on Mother's Day with no booking. Best authentic Italian pizza in Geelong. Calamari melt in..."

Jane Altmann

"From the time we entered the restaurant we felt welcome. We were handed over to Chris who looked after us for the evening. Chris was amazing with his..."

Marina Rootes

"Seafood linguine was perfect, the sauce was absolutely delicious. 100% will come..."

Michelle Kwok

"Fantastic service and yummy food. We were given a private room which was fabulous for our big family gathering. The staff were friendly and..."

Jacqui Mclaren

Pakington Pantry

87/100 (956 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Juice & Smoothies

Juice & Smoothies

Wheelchair Accessible

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

"Jaki is a star. Fifth visit to Pakington Pantry for another delicious lunch. If you after a treat I can certainly recommend this venue. The menu is..."

Diane Lucas

"Had the crispy nut chicken burger and it was sooo good. Have to come back and try other items as all the food looks so yum. Great food and the staff..."

David Wells

"Came in for lunch with my two Daughter & Granddaughter. The staff were really nice and the food was fantastic. Recommend this place, going back very..."

Sue N Alan Neale

"Great service, great menu and the menu delivered! Busy and worth the visit...I'll be..."

Caroline Weiss

"Awesome cafe. Lovely staff. Our meal was delicious, our eldest daughter loved her waffles and the staff were great to swap a waffle for a pancake for..."

Kasey Sweeney

"Delicious breakfast. Kids mini doughnuts meal gorgeous. Wish there was a breakfast place as good as this close to where I..."

Kirsty Gladkoff

"What lovely food, I love the fact that you cater for all dietry requirements. The coffee is amazing. Great that you have Almond Milk. But best of..."

Liz Tidmas

"A great place to go to. Efficient and friendly service, an innovative menu, and great food and..."

Clare Labowitch

"I strayed from my usual Buckwheat and Blueberry Pancakes to try the Corn Flakes crusted French Toast with Lemon Curd and Raspberries.I wasn't..."

Victoria Hickman

"Love Pakington Pantry - all the staff are soooo wonderful, they make me feel so special, every time I come in! Thanks to Bree, Ru, Hanna, Jess,..."

Lynne Tompkins

"Excellent food, great presentation, attention to detail and lovely friendly..."

Sand GW

"Delish breakfast.Great coffee and delicious breakfast. Staff are courteous and friendly, would take one star off for the restaurant being..."

Delishy

"Best breakfast in Geelong, always consistent and..."

James Morphy

"If Pakington Pantry was an actual kitchen pantry, cuff me, I’d be in the kitchen every day cooking meals, using ingredients found in said pantry...."

Jonathon

"Do:- Shukshukah: great aromatic and flavourful dish that was a perfect cure for early morning drowsiness. Kale on top was a genius touch. Also..."

Iamafatchicken

"I don’t think there is enough space in the word count for how delicious the croissant or French toast options are for breakfast. Go! Go! Go! But..."

Ben Farrell Chalmers

"Came today after seeing the high rating on Zomato . Definitely a 5/5 for us . Good location , reasonable price , delicious food and friendly service...."

Mrs Lavender

"We’re lucky to get a table on a busy Sunday afternoon. Coffee was good, the presentation of the hot choc definitely excited the kids (& adults)...."

Who Loves Good Food

"Went here for brekkie the service/food & ambience of this place is absolutely amazing... I had the spinach omelet & it was bloody yummy as hell it..."

~ The Real Review ~

"Went down to Torquay for the day and stopped by Newtown Geelong for some lunch. A bustling and busy cafe, it was roughly a 5 minute wait for a table...."

ToFeedTwo

"Love Pakington Pantry! Definitely one of the best brunch places in the Surf Coast. Although normally busy (I think this is a favorite for a lot of..."

KAYIH

"Hidden away a little out of town this place is awesome. Although busy the staff were attentive and friendly. Coffee was good. What makes this place..."

Just Ate

"This cafe takes bookings which I love! The bircher is one of the best in Geelong however quite expensive. My regular coffee and bircher was $30. It..."

BIRCHER QUEEN 👑

"This is an absolute fantastic breakfast venue. I am a huge eggs benedict fan but I was easily swayed by this delicious menu. I had the smashed..."

Andrew Rathjen

"OMG. I just had the most delicious Spanish omelette, packed full with ham, chorizo, cheese and thin sliced potato. The coffee was great as well and..."

Hungry Tum

"Hands down one of the best places to eat in Geelong for breakfast and lunch, they are one of the first places to bring that Melbourne flava to..."

Samo Jedan

"A great cafe to check out when in Geelong and seems like a popular place.The coffees are strong and very nice. The food is amazing & well..."

Anneliese

"Went for brunch, and had excellent food and good range on the menu. Great coffee and the wait staff were prompt and helpful. Will definitely be back..."

Carmen Whiting

"Great service and great food, been here a few times and will be back. Brekkies are so delicious, great menu to choose from. The croissant brekkie was..."

Aileen C

"Have been here a few times now and the food and service is fantastic. Have had the hangover wrap which was yummy and the steak sandwich is delicious,..."

Kirsty

"Yum coffee (could've been hotter), huge portioned breakfast (we had the French toast, hash brown/ eggs/ toast, pear granola) all of which was..."

Clara Murphy

"Nice fresh items on the menu which should be a hit in Geelong. Big downside is that they take reservations and hold tables empty, making walk in..."

Don'tMessWithMyFood

"Our top pick for a weekend breakfast outing. Love the chicken burger, fritters, chilli eggs and breakfast board. Good juice mixes and coffee..."

Alicia

"So this morning, my friends and I had our post-nightshift brekky here at Pakington Pantry. Been here a few times before for I love how timely their..."

Jeamy Lee

"Great cafe for a brunch date. Had the eggs benedict that was delicious however was not a fan of the hollandaise sauce infused with apple cider..."

Abigail Williams

"I cannot rate or recommend this place more highly. I have tried countless dishes from the menu (both breakfast and lunch) and have not once ever been..."

Randy Marsh

"I had a mid week breakfast here alone and it was great. The service was fantastic and I didn't feel judged for dining alone, as I have felt at nearby..."

Tara Grossman

"One of the best breakfasts in Geelong, and the best breakfast I've had in a long time anywhere. Coffee great too, highly recommended. Busy on..."

Lucas Mullin

"I have been here a few times now and it never disappoints. It's always busy but the staff never drop their game. The porridge is delicious..."

Caitlin White

"Love this place and love that they're opening for dinner. Lovely staff, great food, responsible prices and fantastic atmosphere. ..."

Jayski

"We come here for breakfast on a busy morning with 2 adults and 2 you kids. The staff were really great with getting us a table and then moved us to a..."

Bryan Hickey

"It's really nice when your biggest problem ordering is that you like the sound of too many of the dishes on offer. This is what happened when we..."

Meeks

"Food and coffee were amazing. Atmosphere was busy but great. Staff were friendly as well. We all agreed that this is definitely a new favorite and..."

Ashlea

"One of my favourite cafes! My favourite is the middle eastern hummus toast with avocado and bacon! Yum yum! Teamed with a freshly squeezed..."

Babushkakath

"Lovely food, amazing staff! Also my vego friend was super impressed with the selection for brekkie. There is one lovely girl who usually serves us..."

Hungrylikeawolf

"Pakington Pantry Geelong is one of the newest additions to the Newtown end / river end / Paris end of Pakington street. It’s been running about 18..."

Patrick Blampied

"Great service, great coffee and amazing food. You guys are hitting the nail right on the head !! Congratulations on delivering..."

Sargemack

"Been here 3 times now for lunch. Service can be a little slow when they're busy but it's worth the wait. My favourite so far is their homemade sweet..."

Mariane

"Loooove pakington pantry brekkies never disappoints, delicious, well presented, consistent, I could eat here every morning, good coffee, nice staff,..."

Facebook User

"Love it. This has become a regulate spot for us! Love the coffee especially made by jack he puts so much care into each one! The Boston beans or the..."

Bridy Leone

"Food was delicious!!! Loved it! Although a bit disappointed that I ordered a double espresso and got a long black and when I told the waitress she..."

Steph A

"Very tasty!. I had the vegetable stack (Avocado, mushrooms, asparagus, goats cheese, grilled tomato, pesto hollandaise, topped with a poached egg)..."

Lou

"YUM YUM YUM. This a great addition to Packington Street and some healthy competition for the other cafes in the area, as well as bringing more people..."

DEVOUR

"This cafe is the place to be! Brilliant food and service. I have been to this cafe numerous times and I have never been disappointed. The only..."

Kathee

"Tasty, Friendly, Fast, and great coffee!. This place is a winner from the start, you are greeted by at least one person as soon as you walk in. Very..."

Pentillie

"Get the pancakes.... The berry pancakes are delicious! Such a big serve too.The juices are delicious too.Would recommend booking though as..."

Sierra

"Delicious!. If this cafe is supposed to be like Melbourne, then as a Melbourne-local, I'd say it's doing pretty well. The vegetarian roti with..."

Themkc

"Best breakfast on pako. Love this place! We live on pako and we don't go anywhere else since this gem opened. Favourites are the hangover wrap,..."

Eddy Fooch

"Loved it!. On my 4th attempt on getting a seat in this place my partner and I finally got a chance to experience this popular little cafe! I had..."

James

"A nice addition to our growing Pakington st cafe strip! Well..."

Robot

"Great all day day breakfast! Highly recommend the Oven baked eggs but everything on the menu looks good! The staff are so friendly and attentive and..."

Sarah Rae

"Absolutely Fantastic!!. We had heard so many great Reviews about the new cafe 'Pakington Pantry" and finally we must say it was fantastic!!! The food..."

Steph

"Nice new cafe choice on Pako St. This is a nice cafe addition to the river end of Pakington St. The menu has nice breakfast and lunch choices and the..."

Phazuka

"This place was buzzing and loved the decor and atmosphere. Menu was reasonably priced and lots to choose from including an all day breakfast menu. I..."

Taylor

"Visited this cafe today and absolutely loved it! Very busy but service very efficient, coffee out in 5 mins and food took no longer then 10minutes..."

Joel

"Thank god for this place! Great food, coffee and service. Not sure what these muppets are on about with their bad ratings, good to see some..."

Chris

"Great food & service. I have really enjoyed Shakshouka Eggs and the quick..."

Web

"Have been to this little gem on 2 occassions with the family. Both times had GFC players dining at a table nearby so the kids were extra excited...."

Melissa Reid

"I have been to this restaurant numerous times, and the food has always been outstanding. They have a fantastic menu, and there juices are amazing...."

Dragan

"We came in this morning for the very first time after hearing great things about this place. Had the shushuka eggs and the buckwheat pancakes. Food..."

Alex Erak

"Great addition to Geelong! Finally a place with decent breakfast and lunch! Loved..."

Simon

"Exellent food & service. There was 8 of us and food was still served in under 10 minutes. And tasty as..."

Anita Budimir

"My partner and I visited pako pantry today (6/1) and have decided that we have found our new favourite cafe in Geelong! We ordered the middle eastern..."

Katrina Marshall

"Very considerate service, pretty good food, horrible coffee. I went here this afternoon for lunch with a party of three. We had the risotto, duck..."

Boppy Chick

"Was not one bit disappointed by Geelong's new hot spot cafe on pakington street. Service was very friendly and quick. Food didn't take to long to..."

Sandra

Fork N Flower

87/100 (375 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Vegetarian Friendly

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

Gift Cards Available

"My Mother and I had lunch here today and the Mussel Chowder was to die for. The best I have ever had!! Mum had the Barramundi fish and chips and..."

Jodiley Bradley Morrow

"Delicious lunch with friends. 3rd time we have been and it won't be the last. Every dish we have had there has been beautiful. Great service, great..."

Judi Morehouse-Richardson

"Amazing food, lots of menu options and everything is hearty and of great value. Friendly service and the meals come out very fast. One of our new..."

Eliza Meredith

"Had a birthday lunch catch up today with friends, and we had a lovely lunch food was super yummy , look foward to coming back again and..."

Colleen Gaskin

"Had lunch yesterday food was amazing and customer service was fantastic, very welcoming. Will definitely be back..."

Katie Nicholas

"The atmosphere & service was welcoming, the food delicious especially the bounty hot chocolate .We will definately be back..."

Susan Joos

"Great food, friendly service. Enjoyed breakfast there yesterday...."

Damien Quick

"Visited today with my mum. Really impressed. Your sweet potato chips were soooo good & smokey aoli was absolute delish!!!..."

Kya Levett

Freckleduck

86/100 (620 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

"Atmosphere was great, service was good it was hard as they were quite busy when we got there but they were very attentive, food was sensational (best..."

Elisa Banas

"From the time we walked in until the time we left, everyone was friendly and eager to serve! Our server was amazing! Our food was fresh and the best..."

Sapna Lohana

"OMFG! The best Belgian Waffle I have ever had with Nutella and strawberries.. Amazing coffee too... You have to try this place, atmosphere is..."

Damian Wilson

"Amazing! Great service and super amazing food... complements to the chef! Thank you..."

Samantha Lythgo

"Loved my breakfast - roasted mushrooms were really tasty and thick lashings of caramelised belly pork instead of thin bacon rashers...."

Sharon Bumpstead

"Fabulous food, great coffee and friendly and prompt service! Will definitely be calling in here..."

Tania Quinn

"This is first time ever I have tried #Coffee of #Freckleduck, and the test of that has brought feelings on my head!! Amazing staff and Cafe!! Cheers..."

Sam Sam

"One of the best coffee i ever had in my life friendly..."

RaMesh KumAr HiMrajani

"🎃 roasted pumpkin🌽 sweet corn & parmesan fritter🏚: Freckle Duck📍: Geelong,..."

Sense Of Food

"One of the best brunches I’ve had! The smashed pumpkin was heavenly! Generous portion and heaps of added extras taking it to the next level. My..."

Kerri Langton

"We tried few of the recipes today and i would say, they have great mouth watering taste. I m from wodonga and loved this cafe in Geelong. I would..."

Kapeel

"We were invited down to Geelong last weekend to enjoy some lunch at a great café called Freckleduck. It’s located on the corner of Malop Street..."

Crumbs Of A Foodie

"Awesome food, awesome coffee and very awesome service. Nice place to sit and spend..."

Parkash Kumar Manwani

"Best brisket burger after long time...."

Rajesh Kumar Punjabi

"We came here on a weekend trip to Geelong. Staff were friendly and attentive. Food came out quite fast. We both enjoyed the dishes we ordered...."

Annyeongjen

"The baked eggs was delicious and the burger. Coffee was perfect and strong to taste. The bacon was the highlight, thick and tasty! The bread was..."

Kheng OMNOM

"Just a gal from Melbourne who luckily picked an amazing brunch spot in Geelong.Ordered:🍳 Chilli scrambled eggs (vo): tomato, spring..."

Jasmine

"Such a nice place in Geelong. Loves the pics on the wall. The beef burger is very yummy and tasty so different. Friendly staffs. The place is..."

FoodLoverQueenM

"Nice little corner store in central Geelong. Friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere. The menu is small but there are some nice brunch options and the..."

Haley

"Super friendly service here.And great coffee.Food presentation are great, even though there was a bit salty, but come on, this is..."

Rose

"One of the best Cafes in Geelong! Food was very tasty, with lots of flavour! Loved it.We sat facing the street, people watching. Great spot..."

Nivi Murugan

"When did you get so gosh darn charming Geelong? Then again you could throw a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds over most things and I'd be..."

Iris Myandowski

"We stopped here on our way home for some lunch. We had the waffles and baked beans, with flat whites to wash it all done ( to be honest the food..."

Lynne.mca84

"Absolutely love this café - the coffee is fantastic, and so is the food, the cosy ambience and the warm service. Such a delight - I highly recommend..."

Ribena

"Enjoyed a delicious cuppa joe at freckleduck, we even mounted the curb on the way there because we knew how good the coffee was going to be haha. All..."

Kieren ORiley

"Great lunch!! We had 2 salads and they were both incredibly filling and tasty!The little cafe is very warm, I felt for the staff working in..."

Team Shac

"Lovely little restaurant with some delicious options - especially for vegetarians. We shared two different veg salads and had a cold brew each. All..."

BEats

"Very healthy food, we ordered the Quinoa pumpkin salad with pork slaw & lamb shoulder wrap with our coffee ☕️ . Lovely flavours and ingredients...."

Lyonee Dang

"I've always been impressed with their menu. Love their different food options and they make a good coffee too. Have not been disappointed here...."

Moose

"Best place in Geelong. Ordered the Korean beef cheek and it knocked me for 6. Service was on point, food came out in no time. Full credit to the..."

Mitchell Swabey

"Freckleduck is located in prime location in busy central Geelong.From the exterior this cafe appears to be another familiar cog in a coffee and food..."

Dane Baxter

"This place is really cosy and the staff are super friendly! My friend and I stopped by and decided to try a random cafe, and it turns out to be one..."

Kimberley Leow

"Service:- Friendly but slow staffFood and drinks:- Ordered a mocha and croissant- Croissant tasted fine but a bit hard-..."

Rose Chor

"So much effort goes into the flavour of the entire menu. I LOVE it when food just " works". One of those places where you feel like annoying the..."

Jo Madder

"Freckleduck is a small humble cafe located on the conner of Malop street in the heart of Geelong. With limited seating out the front that provides..."

Brew Hunter

"Sunday morning brunch. Thought we'd struggle to find a free table but there was lots of room. Sat at the central, communal table. Staff were..."

Rhiannon Beck

"Quick and delicious! The granola is great but the yoghurt served with it is THE BEST! So thick and creamy with dates through it! They gave us lots of..."

BIRCHER QUEEN 👑

"Great little find in Geelong. Super friendly service. Quick to take orders and deliver. 80s music playing this particular Monday morning. My friend..."

C3patient

"Randomly dined here during our day trip to Geelong and we were really happy with the food and service. Good portions size and delicious food. We both..."

XiaoHui Teo

"Love all day breakfasts anywhere and this place is a cut above thr rest. Thick maple bacon, delicious smoked salmon (I must find out their supplier)..."

Laura

"A tiny little corner cafe that absolutely delivered on a Sunday afternoon. Ate the potato and leek rosti and the balance of flavours was excpetional!..."

Sarah

"Tiny unsuspecting place in Geelong. Coffee selection was good and made wonderfully. Food was delicious and full of flavour. Had the peanut butter and..."

Danielle Jade

"Geelong and gourmet are not often used in the same breath. Sure, if you walk down the average street and try to find a great coffee and breakfast you..."

Ben Lee Kong

"Nice coffee and atmosphere. Had the maple bacon waffle and the prawn tortilla. Both were nice, though the tortilla was a tad too tangy and cold for..."

Don Djoe

"Amazing little cafe in Geelong, friendly service and the food totally hit the spot. Ordered a lamb shoulder Kim chi salad and a Soy chai...."

DumplingDoll

"There's a lot of good sounding cafes in Geelong. I think it's doubtful that I'll get to most of them but from what I've read a lot seem to be in West..."

Eat Like Ushi

"The blueberry ricotta pancake was by far the best i have ever had! Light, fluffy and presented beautifully. The service was also great.The..."

John Smith

"Come here for coffee with a friend, I had the cold brew and it was fantastic! The service was great! And the staff really friendly. We came back the..."

Steph A

"Really nice place for a quick stop in lunch, mexican chicken salad was a very big serving and tasted delightful. The spicy jalapeño dressing with..."

Foodies.and.Coe

"One of the better cafés in Geelong which kickstarted our Warnambool adventure. This place serves 5 Senses coffee which I personally like. Service is..."

Mojomomo

"First time today at FD. Coffee great. Poached eggs delicious. Sides generous in proportion and well priced. Thick cut maple bacon was VERY nice. Lamb..."

Lucas Mullin

"Food here is amazing! Highly recommend the FD bacon & eggs. Thick cut maple glazed bacon on corn bread with poached eggs & creamed corn. Or for a..."

Shelly Bon Cini Cheese

"Nice food and people, reasonable price as well! Ordered avocado crush, bacon and eggs (on waffles) and blueberries and ricotta cheese hot cake. For..."

Yuweiz1

"I'm a regular customer at Freckleduck, when I want a brunch on weekends there is no better spot in Geelong so I have no doubt and I keep going back...."

MagicLuke

"Great little place. Very friendly, efficient, cool vibe. Had the smashed avo & poached egg. Was delish. Husband had eggs & bacon with corn..."

Foodiefan

"Great coffee, great food and great service. Had the smashed avocado with a poached egg and my partner had the ricotta and blueberry hotcakes which..."

Heater

"Whenever im in town I always call into Freckleduck. The staff are friendly and their coffee is perfect! Great for take away coffee and snack, or for..."

Babushkakath

"Had a wonderful meal here. I chose the Maple Bacon with Poached Eggs & Chilli Cornbread. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sweetness of the..."

Connie

"Great Café to stop in at on the way to the coast! All our food was unreal & the Coffee is the best I've had in Geelong/Melbourne. See you soon..."

Campbell Kilsby

"Awesome cafe, Melbourne's best in the heart of Geelong. Check out the coffee machine. Great spot. Love the espresso mascarpone toast and the iced..."

Hugh

"Great breaky and perfect coffee after a busy week working down in Geelong. Crushed avo was epic and the single origin from Ethiopia was great. Cheers..."

Robert James

"We went out for breakfast a few weeks ago, had the poached eggs with maple bacon and corn bread, so good. They use 5 senses coffee, had a long black..."

Jack Nicol

"Delicious! Went here for breakfast and had the slow cooked pork and salmon rosti. Both were fantastic. Coffee was ok but great fast service. Will be..."

Hhunni

"Pulled Pork Benedict. Was perfect for my late brunch. Delicious moist saucy pulled pork accompanied by apple slaw and beautifully runny poached egg..."

Dysfunctional

"Great coffee, great food, great service! What more could you ask for? I visit Geelong regularly from Melbourne and wouldn't go anywhere else. Keep up..."

Mick

"Morning Necessity. The Freckleduck is a clean and inviting shop where as I did, I browsed the selection of edibles on display and settled on a nice..."

Facebook User

"Freekeh Risotto. Tea smoked egg made an unusual but great addition!-----21 Feb, 2015-----Amazing food and coffee! Just what..."

Coffee Snob

"Amazing iced chai! Great vibe of ply wood shelving, exposed brick and industrial seating. Menu looks great..."

Emma

"Accommodated for a group of 8, we were promptly seated inside and service was very friendly and patient with our group, particularly with some fussy..."

jeyyy

"Would recommend Pros: - Wonderful atmosphere - Yummy, well presented food - Great service (with a smile) - Perfectly cooked poached eggs! Cons: -..."

Anna T

"I was in town photographing a wedding, so by recommendation I came here. I wasn't disappointed, with a broad range on the menu with great pricing for..."

Marcel Van der Horst Photographer

"Went there specifically to try the eggs benny with beetroot Bernaise sauce, but sadly they changed menu, so me and my friends had to customize our..."

Hannan Haddad

"Awesome service and the oyster mushroom omelette was seriously the best omelette I've ever eaten. Delicious and so full of flavour. Washed down with..."

mel caldwell

"Favorite place for brunch in Geelong. After a drive from Melbourne, we tried their newly launched Burger and baked beans. Burger was good and fresh,..."

Sunil Kumar

"Great food and coffee. Very friendly service. Got coffees at time requested although each different. Good location near shops and close to..."

LJ Gervasoni

"Brilliant Food by a fantastic chef. The staff at Freckleduck were very polite and accommodating. I would thoroughly recommend the Reuben and a long..."

James Davison

Sir Charles Darling Hotel

86/100 (1396 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Porterhouse Steak

Accepts Mastercard

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Credit Cards

Highchairs Available

Outdoor Seating

"30 December 2021. Great food and generous size. Place is clean. I also like how the lady with dark hair checked We are fully vaccinated. We had a..."

mai indasan

"Excellent quality meals, plentiful servings at a fair affordable price. Lovely atmosphere, very comfortable. Staff were welcoming, helpful and warm...."

Tara Kalms

"Had a lovely lunch catching up with extended family. Lovely service and meals were brought out quickly. All meals were enjoyed! My only negative was..."

Debbie Fraser

"As far as pub meals go ... this was in the upper end of great. Reasonably priced and very tasty meals. We also only booked 30 mins prior and they..."

Smiley Happy

"Delicious food and good service Also a great location and good selection of food on the..."

The Caravan of courage

"My partner and I come down for a meal tonight and I had the porterhouse and she got the parmi… best pub meals we have had in a long time. The..."

josh harper

"The staff were friendly and welcoming. We both enjoyed our meals. The vegetables were fresh and cooked perfectly. Loved the intimate but not crowded..."

Alicia Tipping

"The Sir Charles Darling is a great place for excellent food, which is inclusive of everybody's budget. It's family friendly and the staff are very..."

Carol Allan

Parkers Steakhouse

86/100 (1408 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Gluten Free Options

Accepts Credit Cards

Wheelchair Accessible

Highchairs Available

"Easily the best steaks in Geelong. Service was excellent and wines were very well priced. We were going to eat around the corner and decided to pay..."

Matthew Luttrell

"It's been a little while since I've been here and they did not disappoint. The food was delicious, beautiful and left my tastebuds wanting more. ..."

Patrick Mckay

"On arrival my husband and I were directed to our table upstairs. Unfortunately hubby isn't very mobile and using a cane at the moment. Our first..."

Debi Lloyd

"Awesome service, friendly staff, good range of meat, sauces and drinks. Highly recommend to anyone who wants a guaranteed satisfying meal that is to..."

Matthew Pattison

"We had the most amazing night here. Great steaks, wine, service and the ribs were the best we have ever eaten. Thanks so..."

Tiff Bartram

"Really enjoyed our meal at Parkers Steakhouse. It's a beautiful old building and the atmosphere is great. The eye fillet steak with mushroom sauce..."

Linda Henricus

"We came here on Friday night for our 4 year anniversary. The staff are so friendly and the food was absolutely amazing! Couldn't fault a thing! We..."

Mandie De Bono

"Great service, uncomplicated menu, good wine choices, great ambience and lovely historic building. Definitely will return..."

Sharon Hedley

"We enjoyed the great food & atmosphere. Highly recommended especially food from the..."

Paula Blannin

"Fantastic service, great wine and amazing steak. This place is as good as I remembered from years ago! The eye fillet was tender and cooked to..."

Emily Jane

"Exceptional service. Fantastic food. Fabulous atmosphere. The steak was cooked to perfection, the sauce was to die for, and the refreshing garden..."

Nick Griffin

"One of the best steaks that I’ve ever eaten in Australia 😊👍 I will always remember the great taste and will always return every time I’m..."

Ronnie『로니』

"AMAZING🤤💥🥩I have been to Parker’s Steakhouse on two occasions now and it honestly just keeps getting better and better🐮 ❤️ The..."

Joberzfood

"Nice and cosy little steakhouse. The menu is diverse in its selections and has a wide range of options. However, the price per head is quite..."

Miso Hungry

"excellent meal, steak was grilled to perfection, basting sauce was yummy, chips were really good, Danish blue cheese sauce was ultra yum, and onion..."

Hilton

"Great steaks I’ve eaten here more times than I can remember, it’s the Goto for steak in Geelong and surrounding, the chefs gravy is a must try on..."

Heatfan1087

"No. Of Visit: 3 Overall Verdict: An ok-ish steak house in terms of meat quality and price. Amazing venue with old bluestone wall...."

Lancelthebard

"I was very impressed with the atmosphere of the restaurant and the service we received from the waiters! The quality of food exceeded my..."

Sheridan Harvey

"Excellent steaks cooked to perfection. Gorgeous old building with heaps of character and a great wine selection. The only downside is the side is a..."

Jayden Daldy

"Hi! We have eaten at Parkers many times. The restaurant is old style with a slate floor and lots of bluestone and timber, appealing to..."

Cooper

"Best steak we've ever had. Melts in your mouth. The service was very good, too. We're torn between sharing how good it is with others to make sure..."

Perthluckystar

"This...This was incredible.Setting: Old brick turn-of-the-century style building with tables scattered in a roomy but cosy fashion. Grill as you..."

Mark Allen

"Everyone at our table really enjoyed our meals! Most people had steak and a couple had the chicken breast!! Food was amazing, highly recommend this..."

Dan

"Best Steakhouse in Geelong.Perfectly cooked to medium rare. You know it's good when the texture is like jelly. The steaks are well priced...."

Dave Pham

"Main: 300g Angus Eye fillet and Black pepper sauce.Side: fried onionsBread and butter was provided at the beginning. +Steak was..."

Emman Adamis

"Came here on a Friday night at 8:30 and it was packed out - I understand why! The food was amazing, I got a wagyu beef steak (their special of the..."

Kate Pollard

"My girlfriend (yes I have a girlfriend now -- suck on that world!) and I came here when we stayed in Geelong over the Labour Day weekend back in..."

Liang Vuong

"Sublime. Not cheap but great food and cracking service. Good sized portions and a good service with a nice atmosphere. The smell walking in to the..."

Jonny Foster

"Fantastic steaks, good wine list with fair prices, and attentive service. I enjoy a good steakhouse and would definitely come back here to enjoy..."

Nigel Earnshaw

"Ambience of the place was literally a steak out. Live up to its name of "top quality steak. Steak cook to perfection! And do not miss out the baked..."

Jane Hearn

"Nestled in s little side street, this is a fantastic restaurant, great service. The steaks cooked to perfection, timing and service was..."

The Fat Duck

"First time visitor after hearing rave reviews from everyone and it didn't disappoint. Had the rib eye steak med rare and although in parts it was..."

Chillihotsauce007

"Some of the bst steaks in Geelong, well basted, well seasoned, well (med-rare) cooked cuts of meat. Sauces are a must. Decor is well suited to a..."

Lucas Mullin

"Steak was cooked exactly as we had ordered. Staff were friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back next time we want great service and great..."

Justine

"Food: 4.5Service: 3Most juicy steak I have ever eaten. Every bite was to die for and the BBQ glaze added just the right amount of..."

De

"I love a good steak and these guys definetly won't disappoint. I have been to a number of Squires loft restaurants around melbourne. I spend a lot of..."

Ms.rhino

"Long time family favourite. Parkers is back to its best. We felt last few occasions it had slipped. Our steaks were perfect, ribs falling off the..."

Foodiefan

"Exceptional steaks and service. Cooked to perfection and I will be back. Loved the ribs and Caesar salad . casual and a lot of fun. Need a hearty..."

Sally Steele

"Juicy. Tender. Lean. Succulent. Mmm!Had the Eye Fillet with a side of chips, and the BBQ sauce. Pretty sure I've covered the steak itself...."

SandvichNomNomNom

"Authentic steak, very tender, juicy, yummy with charcoal aroma. Great experience, although had to wait for a while, it was worth the waiting...."

Lisa Wang

"Have eaten here several times with both Family and Friends.Always a wonderful meal, perfectly cooked steaks and a good wine list to go with..."

Knerkle

"Just Yum! Best steaks and good..."

Razz

"The steak was certainly amazing, very nice and tender, however I would only recommend going on special occasions or when price isn't an issue as it..."

Jemma Helm

"Nearly great. Wine list seems a bit spendy, until you realise the little number by each wine is the vintage. Go on, admit that the last time you..."

GregL

"Perfect steak once again. Well done Parker's..."

Matthew Thomas

"Melt in your mouth steak with all the..."

Reviewer

"Rib eye on bone, jacket spud, onions, garlic sauce and a ripper of a bottle of red. Always impresses, never fails. Keep it..."

AB

"My partner and I ate dinner at Parker's yesterday! I must say the entree mushrooms with feta and Garlic herb butter were good! We both had the..."

Andrew

"What an absolutely magnificent place to dine in Geelong! Hidden away down the back streets we were welcomed by the most delightful staff. Our..."

Cath Batchelor

"A Steak-lover's Geelong Mecca. Went here on a Saturday night with no booking, and although it was our own fault that we had to wait about 20 minutes..."

Gareth

"Great for a special night out. I went here for a date night with my boyfriend and it was very special. Yes it is pricey - but it is to be expected in..."

Boppy Chick

"A Smokey Carnivores Cave. We stumbled accross this place after pre dins drinks at The Dive Bar and a Karaoke hit at Beav's Bar in Little Malop..."

Artychoke

"One of the best steakhouses I've been to. Food is perfect, you can even buy the baste to take home. Excellent wine selection and a Parkers ale as..."

Cam Fox

"By far the best steakhouse in geelong. Steaks were cooked to our liking, sizes were right and the side dishes were very big. To top it off service..."

Heath Robbins

"Have been numerous times and has yet to dissapoint. it's the go-to venue for any special occasion. our steaks are always cooked close to perfection..."

Lethalreviews

"Geelong's best. These guys have got it right, I am yet to eat a better steak anywhere, including Rockpool. Price is not everything, people will pay..."

Daniel.hayes

"Never been disappointed here. Awesome place. Expensive, but crikey me its a good treat. Wine selection is also very good. Love..."

John Citizen

"Love the steaks, love the wine, love the sauces, love the service. I'm a Parkers fanboy. I love the steak, all the sauces are superb. I have a vegan..."

Ash W

"Came in for dinner on Friday night. Three of us started with the share platter and the skewered prawns. The ribs on the share platter melted off of..."

Live To Eat Don't Eat To Live

"A favourite!. By far the best steak I've had in Geelong. Cooked to perfection each time I've been. If you go, try the pork belly; they manage to get..."

Natalie

"Amazing steak, sides, place and service. I was never a steak girl until I came here and I an addicted. Blue cheese sauce is impossible to pass up,..."

Victoria Anderson

"There are many so called steak house around and unfortunately the dishes are not much better than my local pub. However Parker's Steakhouse is..."

Timothy Lau

"One word to sum it up... Amazing. Its a great steakhouse which i cant help going back to. Yes its a pricey meal but i havent been dissapointed this..."

The Don

"Parkers sets the bar for the best steak ever!!! Steakhouses in Melbourne don't measure up.. Quality service and food, just make sure you book in..."

Lee

"Been 10 times and will go back again. Over the years I have probably been back to Parkers at least 10 times (to date). And yes it is a little pricey..."

Ben Minutoli

"Good steak , good service , very good atmosphere , a little bit..."

Andre Benjamin

"Best steakhouse I've been to! If your a big on your steak this is a must. Meals are a tad pricey but worth every cent. I'm originally from Geelong..."

Shaneo

"Great steaks. A highlight in Geelong's food..."

Bax_ry

"Went for a friends birthday! best steak ever! I'm not a steak eater usually, but it was amazing! the garlic gravy was to die for! definelty going..."

Danni

"Be hungry!. Great spot when your carnivore side is coming out. The steaks are all beautiful cuts and cooked to perfection, the sauces are almost a..."

Aido

"Best steak ever! Compare to a lot of over rated Melbourne steakhouse, this is the one you won't regret. Good service, great steak cooked to..."

Monkiking

"This is the best restaurant ever!! Love it love..."

Yvette

"Great Meat. Fantastic meats cooked to perfection.Skip the sauces. Apart from being expensive they are heavy and why spoil the natural..."

Webster

"The BEST steak I've ever eaten! We had the Wagyu and it was cooked to perfection and melted in my mouth! The front of house staff were so cheery and..."

Suzee Francis

"Excellent service, the attached photo was the T-bone I ordered, it was medium rare with a creamy mushroom sauce. The main meal arrived in under 15..."

Gantic

"My husband and I went to Parker’s steakhouse tonight, as part of our honeymoon celebration, and we were blown away. The food was top quality and..."

Charlotte Souter

"Amazing food, environment, staff, the works. Cannot recommend..."

Tyrone White

"Great for a special occasion or if you just feel like treating your self to a nice dinner. Good atmosphere and comfortable. Big shout out to all the..."

Melissa K

"Absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked rib, rump and eye fillet. The chicken gravy had a little too much pepper for a plain gravy. But could not..."

Tonya Barnes

"Lovely, friendly service throughout the evening. The steak meal was fantastic. Looking forward to the next opportunity to indulge there..."

Frank Matthies

James Street Bakery And Cafe

86/100 (762 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Highchairs Available

"Great ambiance, friendly staff and amazing cakes makes this bakery a must visit in Geelong. We came across this little gem not knowing what they had..."

Claire & Eric

"This cafe has a great ambiance, with old timber chairs and recycled timber tables inside and a cool reused garbage skip as their outdoor seating..."

Studioprince

"James street bakery cafe is authentic. The cakes, slices and tarts you see behind the counter haven’t been mass produced offsite frozen then thawed..."

Espy Eats

"Probably one of my fave places to eat in Geelong. The staff are so friendly it’s almost a crime, and the food is so worth every..."

Jonathon

"What it lacks in atmosphere it more than makes up for in its food. Slightly hushed, revered environment (lots of wood and carpeted floors) so focus..."

Keith Lawrence

"Stopped here whilst in Geelong for some breakfast. Good coffee, friendly service and nice decor. I ordered cheesey bread and my father..."

Dean Pahek

"Amazing, I had the Big Breakfast - loved it. Great mix of flavours all cooked well.. coffee was very well made too. Service was friendly and prompted..."

Andy T Opazo

"My most favourite café in Geelong. I am in love with their Asian-style pulled pork burger. It is absolutely wonderful. The wait staff are great and..."

Ribena

"Excellent place to have a catch up, to chill or just to have great breakfast.The menu selection is relatively large for a small family..."

Acky

"Spacious cafe with friendly staff. Huge selection of cakes and sandwiches to take away, and also dine in options. We tried the scrambled eggs with..."

Yourmelbournefoodguide

"Superb little hidden gem that just has to be visited on any trip between Geelong and Melbourne !Real goodness homemade delicious baked goods,..."

Eric L

"Nice place to hang out for coffee and bites at one of the highest rated brunch places in town. Their corn fritters with avocado and local feta was..."

Arthur Yim

"Great coffee and a nice place to hang out at. I came here with quite a full stomach and yet I still enjoyed the food. We ordered scrambled eggs on..."

Don Djoe

"Great coffee and amazing breakfast options! The corn fritters were light and fluffy and the roasted tomatoes were perfectly sweet and juicy, matching..."

MsLizzyK

"I went here today with a friend of mine. The night before I was googling good places in Geelong to heave breakfast or brunch. Stumbled across this..."

Tee

"Delivers on all fronts. Friendly, unassuming service. The interior is quite charming, with lots of timber and a bit of a Victorian feel. Finally last..."

Miranda Pritchard

"I heard this cafe was good but had no idea how good. Eggs and corn cakes for breakfast and one of the best coffees I've had for a very long time. If..."

Yumyumyum

"Being a long way from home it's nice to find a place that is welcoming and comfy but modern as well. The decor is slightly dated and reminds me of..."

Brussels Sprout

"A wonderful cafe with a tasty selection of food, warm atmosphere and lovely attentive staff. Definitely one of the best cafe's in Geelong CBD, and a..."

FineDiners

"A great stop off while visiting Geelong. Coffee and and a light lunch was hard to fault. The staff were the highlight, happy to have a chat but never..."

LoveMyCake

"Great coffee, beautiful cakes and Geelong's best bread. This place is seriously worth a visit for the in house baked goods that are so hard to find..."

Care Higgins

"Absolute love it! My favorite cafe in Geelong! Had the rueben sandwhich with ham, coleslaw, swiss cheese and pickles and my partner had the big..."

KGEELONG

"Great coffee with good food and friendly staff, there's a nice variety of freshly baked pastries too. Overall a good spot for brunch :) would..."

JH

"James Street Bakery Geelong is a french infused bakery-cafe right in the heart of Geelong. Ben works the coffee machine, alongside his mum Helen who..."

Patrick Blampied

"Great food great..."

Ahmed Rashed

"Beautiful Breakfast.Beautiful coffeeBeautiful..."

Truism

"First rocked up to this place in a rush, sat down one hour before closing time, the staff was really friendly and patience, latte was very smooth, i..."

Geolovesfood

"Nail on the head. After years of coming here I thought it's about time I let them know how much of a fantastic job they are doing!! I hadn't been to..."

Coffee Snob

"Cosy and delicious. Lovely bakery, with good coffee. I had the Malteser brownie and it was amazing! Definitely wanted to risk diabetes and have..."

Zanda.E

"Always great service, never had a bad meal here and macaroons are amazing. One of my favourite places for breakfast or lunch in greater..."

Nat Am

"Can't fault this place! Cof.... Can't fault this place!Coffee was fantastic!Had poached eggs with corn cakes and they were..."

K

"Fantastic food, coffee and service - would be a regular if I lived in Geelong. Pesto, goats cheese and tomato on sourdough was delicious. Staff were..."

Kate S

"Seriously good quality food, had the ploughman for 1, shaved ham, olives, cornichons, Meredith feta, oozing Brie, amazing cheddar, kasoundi, hummus,..."

Foodie500

"Best scrambled eggs, lovely coffee and efficient service. I always come here for breakfast and to buy sweet treats. Consistently good would..."

Rachelle Naughton

"Consistently Good!. Loved James St Bakery ever since we first discovered it 2 years ago. Sadly, it doesn't open on Sundays, and we're usually pretty..."

Eric T

"Great bakery. Great little venue with a delicious offering of pastries and sandwiches. We ordered a cooked breakfast recently which took a long time..."

Peaceloveandfoodiness

"I went for lunch today to James St Bakery! :) I had a skinny latte & the poached eggs on multigrain toast with mushrooms! The toast and mushrooms..."

Andrew

"Great little place busy, food was nice coffee great although our coffee order was forgotten staff apologised. Will be..."

Dale Eeles

"FINALLY!!!! A place in geelong with food worth going back for!..."

Pauly Walnuts

"A little gem!. This place is what cafe's are all about. I love the atmosphere, food, tea, service and everything about this place. I can be quite..."

Gingerzest

"Such a wonderful experience. Had a quaint seating area yet we were still welcomed with 2 prams in tow. The staff we're very friendly and helpful, now..."

Melly Belly

"Very nice.... Great food, great coffee and the service was really..."

Chrisie

"Great breakfast!. Really enjoyed my eggs with smashed avocado, hommus and dukkah. Great cafe that reminds me of my favourite Melbourne..."

Edwina Hanneysee

"Goats cheese tart - spot on! Have also had many take away rolls that are always delicious and the staff are always happy to..."

Britt

"Club sandwiches appear on a lot of hotel menus but I usually stick to old favourites. The friendly staff advised to give it a whirl and I wasn't..."

Simon Joyce

"Stopped in for lunch on a visit to Geelong due to good reviews and wasn't disappointed. Hubby had the steak sandwich and I had the goats cheese tart...."

Kristy

"So cute and inviting!. This is such a cute little place tucked away in an alley. Always busy, great friendly service. Wonderful coffee and cakes...."

ADR

"Generous sized meals. Great service. Small menu but I have tried a few things - All delicious. Best club sandwich I have ever had. Chocolate brownie..."

Samdreamweaver

"Cosy and cute. The staff are nice, food is simple yet tasty, coffee is great, the macaroons are..."

M-james

"Grea for Gluten Free and people with Allergies. I was extremely impressed with service, the food, presentation and the atmosphere. Also staff were..."

Include Me

"Best High Tea Ever. What a treasure this place is. I heard from a friend about the High Tea and being a bandit for all things sweet I booked a table..."

Maree

"Very quaint. On the recommendation of a friend, had a really nice roasted vegetable and goat's cheese panini here for lunch the other day, followed..."

Rato

"What a lovely little bakery! The breakfast we had was delicious, the coffee yum & the service fault-less. Definitely will be back. Also grabbed a..."

Jacqstar

"The $14 Caesar salad is big, and the chocolate brownie, oh my..."

Dugfish

"Christmas is over. At last the bakery is back open! That was the longest 2 weeks of my working life, no macaroons, no coffee from Sam, no smiles from..."

Michael Sutherland

"One of Geelong's best cafes. Great fresh food with a excellent specials. Can be busy at times - but there's good reason for that. Well worth a visit..."

Waynos

"Very awesome bakery. I've walked past this place so many times and I didnt even know it was there! Cute little bakery hidden away in the middle of..."

Leah Hall

"Very pleasant lunch. Thoroughly enjoyed a chicken/avocado sandwich (probably the best I've had at a cafe). The coffee was excellent, and the apple..."

Chuckee

"The lemon macaroons and chocolate are delicious!! am..."

Meghan

"Macarons!!!!!. Can't recommend highly enough the cakes in this place! I used to delight in their super sweet cupcakes but having wavered from brown..."

Amelia

"Recently stopped at this cafe for the first time on the way through Geelong...perfect coffee and by far the best macaroons I've tasted!worth checking..."

Beth

"Delicious!. I have gone several times to this delightful little cafe.as other reviews have said- the coffee is beautiful- apparently..."

Nathan

"Quite nice cafe considering taste, service and reasonable price. Well maintained for long time presuming by looking at classic style interior makes..."

Sonia

"Had a delicious breakfast here that was very reasonably priced. Good coffee, nice staff, and a great..."

Dominique McCusker

"Girls were very friendly , good breakfast! Coconut muffin was delicious not too sweet too..."

Eliza Beth

"We needed to have a hearty breakfast and quality coffee before a big day at the Great Australian Beer Festival. These guys did NOT disappoint. As..."

Lyndal Wilson

"I tried the frittata, which is quite nice. The flourless orange almond cake was moist and perfectly balanced. However, the real showstopper was the..."

C S

"Absolutely great! Walk in and greeted by a warm welcome and a lovely atmosphere. I ordered a English breakfast tea and the cheesy toast with poached..."

Teegan Van Leeuwen

"Stopped over for a quick breakfast before heading to Twelve Apostles. It was a amazing discovery. The big breakfast was huge and definitely tasty...."

SrC

"Cozy bakery, lunch, coffee shop in Geelong. Consistency of coffee here is great (even if you have different barrister's) and lunch food here is also..."

Erika

Empire Grill

86/100 (1060 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

"What can I say,a romantic dinner or lunch a special occasion dinner and family at night a very special resteraunt for my God great food class..."

christine Grzonek

"Service was second to none with the lovely Nicky looking after us. Her menu knowledge was faultless, as was her friendly and professional serving...."

Janette Shaw

"We stopped in by chance on a Tuesday night passing through Geelong and were pleasantly surprised. We had the scallops, duck and special lamb shanks...."

Simon Pilepich

"We received this dinner voucher as a present - such a great gift idea! Thank you for a perfect anniversary dinner. Delicious food, beautiful wine,..."

Kristen McLean

"Empire Grill ... thankyou for another most delicious 3 course meal! There surely couldn't be anywhere else in Geelong that offers such value for..."

KAREN THERESE

"Last night eight of us enjoyed the five course degustation experience at Empire Grill. The food was absolutely delicious and the matching wines with..."

Lynne Johnston

"Delicious food as always! Very friendly customer service. Ordered steak, pork belly and crème brûlée, all went well. Definitely will come..."

Chun Fung Wong

85/100 (652 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Vegetarian Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

"I enjoy coming here for friendly smiley service that feels cosy. They have oat milk as an option which is what I order. The raspberry muffins are..."

Chantelle Hiley

"Good coffee and and food with great staff and and a good atmosphere. Sandwiches are always fresh and are delicious. Only thing that holds..."

Adam Monaghan

"Best coffee in Geelong - staff super attentive & friendly. I’m so disappointed that I only found this place on the second to last day of my stay...."

AJT

"They do a few things and they do them really well. Love their paninis and love their coffee. Great little place that I enjoy stopping in at..."

Moose

"It's small cafe which is in an alleyway, but the coffee was amazing! I live in Melbourne and drove there just for work but I am so glad that I..."

Dhimant Jani

"Have been frequently attending this little hideout for years now, coffees are amongst the best I've ever tried, staff are always friendly and the..."

Arron Knežević

"Great Coffee. After a quick search for good coffee in Geelong we found Fuel Coffee. Loved the venue, the friendly welcoming staff and the great..."

Kath99

"Great little 'hole in the wall' with great coffee and service. The display road bikes hanging on the wall add to the nice atmosphere and funky..."

AlGG

"Nice. Loved it.. Really good coffee and lovely staff. Felt that I'd "found" a place. Very tight and tidy with an edge. Was looking for a Banksy as I..."

Geelong Diner

"Great coffee & friendly staff. I have visited several times and have always found the staff friendly and the coffee delicious. Thumbs..."

Lou

"You would have to be a FOOL to dislike this place!. Our favourite place to grab a coffee and a light snack. They are non stop busy busy busy and you..."

Anthony Maccora

"Thanks a latte!. Although the puns may be terrible, the coffee certainly isn't. Perfectly made cappuccino, with a deliciously distinct flavour...."

Zanda.E

"What a great place. Great coffee and friendly staff. Thanks for the snakes for the kids. Will certainly be..."

Oliveman

"A simple menu made up for by offering great food. Coffee brilliant and overall ambience makes it a place to definitely return to. Love that it's down..."

Hanna Murray

Mark Fagg

"Perfect. Without a doubt best coffee I have ever had. Always service with a smile! Classy and cozy..."

Clem_186

"Nice spot. Good coffee, good service - no problems at..."

Aliss.demurrage

"Always good. Haven't been here for a while, but dropped in for a coffee and enjoyed it. Once again, don't understand the negative comments about this..."

Weliketoeat

"One of the best coffees in Geelong. If its not the best, it has to be in the top 3 coffee places in Geelong.There is not much on the menu..."

Mishrakartik

"Great food, great coffee and friendly owner and staff. Will definitely be..."

LizzieB

"Fantastic Reuben..."

Lesichka

"Best coffee in Geelong.. I am never disappointed when I get my coffee from here, it's perfect. They use Bonsoy too, which is amazing and barely ever..."

Emily

"Always Good. Greg and the team never let me down. From the excellent coffee to the fresh food, I can rely on them. A great mix of people stop in..."

Breakfast King

"Fuel = Fuel for my day. Great coffee, great service = great place for Geelong..."

Petemcmahon82

"OMG!!!. The best coffee! Staffs are friendly. Worth to go back again!Honestly, I LOVE their..."

Coffeeeeee

"Best coffee in geelong, Melbourne written all over..."

Gary Van Som

"A real gem in Geelong, nice atmosphere a super vibey friendly staff. Cheap eats and good produce not to mention delicious! Will be back for..."

Meela

"The staff were great and friendly. They understood all my allergies an there menu was easy to order from. I was a bit disapointed withe the extra..."

Include Me

"Another awesome..."

Coffeee Queeen

"Amazing. Greg makes the best coffee in Geelong without a doubt, offers a nice range of lightish stuff to eat, and puts it all together with friendly..."

Teresa

"LOVE LOVE..."

Coffee Snob

"Consistently the best coffee & service you will find! Better than any hipster cafe in Melbourne! Great to see such friendly and passionate staff each..."

Styla07

"Can't go wrong. Can't fault the coffee, food or service. no fuss, keeping it simple, but fresh, efficient, and friendly.here's the place to get..."

Beth

"Cups of excellence. Amazing coffee. Consistently nailed shots. Fine tuned machine. Lovely..."

AJ

"Tight and Charming!. What a great addition to the Coffee St. (or just off) of Geelong. Since opening these guys thrive on great quality take aways..."

Stella

"I like that the owners remember everyones names and always provide service with a smile. The coffee and atmosphere is rare for Geelong and hopefully..."

Gemma

"Great coffee and service. Exceptional coffee, best in geelong. Can't get enough. Staff are helpful and great..."

PHB

"Good coffee, and food but breakfast options are limited - pastries and muesli. Genuine, friendly service and nice bikes on the..."

Dugfish

"Stuffed up my flat white, half cream, disappointing. One bad coffee rest have been great, awesome little..."

BKJ

"Surely such a perfect cafe doesn't exist in Geelong. It does, it truly does. This is the beginning of a coffee revolution for our..."

.Andy.

"Love this place!. It's really nice to be greeted by friendly and smiling staff. Head barista found us a table during a very busy lunch session and..."

Happydayz1970

"Best coffee in Geelong Great friendly service It is amazing what you can do with a garage in a lane..."

Wato

"Really smooth coffee on a frequent basis. The staff are super friendly & serve you with a chat & a smile, nice to see for a change. Not to cool to..."

Rato

"Definitely in the running for best coffee in Geelong. Just a shame they're not open on the..."

POPbubble

"Lola. Love it love it love it ! It is so nice to be able to order a soy latte and not have counter staff roll their..."

Lola

"Fill the tank up ..... Tucked away location in a small cul-de-sac , with a bare bones interior industrial-stylee .... friendly greeting followed by..."

Lux4life

"Nailed it! This place is it.. Now I'm a coffee connoisseur (in my mind!) and have approx 20 other venues on my work doorstep to get coffee from BUT I..."

Varker

"Real coffee from someone who clearly loves what they do.. This morning we had a crunchy, buttery chocolate danish and a silky fine-textured coffee..."

Helen

"Finally there's somewhere to get consistantly good coffee in Geelong? We've waited sooo long. Well done..."

ScoFF

"More than just Fuel!. At last the Geelong CBD has a laneway coffee destination worth talking about. My espresso was delicious and velvety, and the..."

Charlie

"Best new coffee in town, guys do a great 👍🏻 job..."

George Kolovos

"What an amazing little coffee shop that serves delicious coffee and yummy almond..."

EXTNIX In-Car Infotainment Systems

"Brilliant coffee and a relaxed vibe. Staff are friendly and make you feel welcome. Highly..."

Jeddah Breman

"This place is a great little "hole in the wall" coffee shop. Stopped in here on a morning that was pouring with rain to take shelter and was not..."

Fraser McLean

"Hidden gem within the city. Had the smashed avo and it was so good and filling. Coffee was superb too..."

Hannan Haddad

"I enjoy coming here for friendly smiley service that feels cosy. They have oat milk as an option which is what I order. The raspberry muffins are..."

Chantelle Hiley (Chantelise)

"Great coffee and customer..."

Ruben Gomez

"One of Geelong’s best. Music is chill and not too loud so you can actually have a conversation. Good coffee, good food. I come as often as I..."

Stephan Jacobs

Caruggi Italian Restaurant

85/100 (865 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Highchairs Available

Wheelchair Accessible

"I recommend this place. Good food, good vibe, good..."

Alison Ward

"The penne bolognese was amazing! Great staff , quick service and the antipasto platter was fresh and the meat..."

Bridy O'Neill

"Fantastic Italian restaurant in Geelong. I always recommend it to my friends and they all have loved it! Massimiliano and Amanda do a great job! We..."

Antonella Severino-Conte

"The best Italian food outside of Italy. You have to try the focaccia col formaggio it is so delicious. The pizzas are true Italian..."

Marinko Prusac

"Food was sensational as was the choice of wine I loved it and will be..."

Andrew King

"Friendly staff and yummy authentic Italian food. This place has a great atmosphere and..."

Simone Shaw

"First real italian restaurant in town !!!!!!!! But not just that.... the atmosphere is warm and friendly massimiliano his wife gianni e the first..."

Giacomo Mandica

"Best Italian I've ever had! Redefined pizza and took it to a whole new level. Lovely dessert and coffee..."

Annie King

"Only popped in for a coffee, but it was excellent. Friendly service, too...."

Ree Fountain

"Loved it! Great friendly staff, great atmosphere and beautiful food! Thank..."

Emma Charleston

"Amazing traditional pasta and pizza every time! Great selection of wines. Great vibe with some cute nooks and crannies. Always service with a smile..."

Steven Nichols

"Great friendly service, great antipasto, pizza and housemade pasta by Massi!! Had a lovely dinner before the footy - nice brisk stroll to..."

PB

"I have dined at Caruggi several times, it is in my top 10 restaurants in geelong cbd to grab dinner.Each time I have received good service..."

Babushkakath

"Been a returning customer for a while now, I have to say I am inlove with their Focaccia Col Formaggio! It is such an authentic dish, it tastes..."

Merric McGregor

"Went here Tuesday 12th of Jan and had a beautiful meal with 5 others. We all thoroughly enjoyed our dishes and received attentive, friendly service...."

Peaceloveandfoodiness

"Spectacular. Wonderful food well presented by friendly staff. Absolutely fantastic buzz and atmosphere. Excellent value for the price. Cannot..."

Todd Curtis

"Was here due to the reviews. Really lived up to its reviews. Great service and more importantly delicious Italian food. Highly..."

desmond chua

"We popped in on Saturday night for a quick pre-show dinner. It was outstanding. The swordfish was truly the best I have tasted and we cannot wait to..."

Paul

"Fantastic meal with friends at Caruggi. Lovely Italian restaurant specialising in Northern Italian cuisine. Extensive wine list. Staff were amazing!..."

Denise Ryan

"The food is out of this world, and the service is amazingly good. Highly..."

Blair Du

"We had the best night - my children were given an opportunity to come to a grown ups restaurant and behave well. They did and they enjoyed new..."

Mathew Arnott

"Just great, authentic Italian food. We recommend the white anchovies entree!! Very friendly accommodating waitress. Sorry, I did not get her..."

Carole Blackburne

"The food was absolutely delicious, I had a pasta dish that was very fresh and definitely home made not store bought. The service wasn't too bad,but..."

Penelope

84/100 (331 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

Accepts American Express

Accepts Mastercard

"The ambience was great, and so was the food. A great place for a party. Some of the wait staff could have been nicer, to have a 5-star..."

Ribena

"Thoroughly encourage everyone who visits Geelong to visit Ripples. Couldn't imagine a better location for a summer lunch as we enjoyed. Food and..."

Peter Gugger

"Dianne and Darren. Absolutely beautiful the view the restaurant the food and the staff. We had a share plate to start with it had grilled pita, cured..."

Ddeglait

"Terrific food and service. We found the food and service to be excellent. The hosts were friendly and efficient. My mother was even given the recipe..."

Sharon's

"Pleasantly surprised. Oct 2013. Having read recent reviews,was worried about overall service and timing, especially when visitors from Melbourne with..."

Pat

"Very different to previous visit in 2010 but still good. Staff were friendly but it was very quiet for a Friday night. Menu could have had more..."

2292

"We celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary with our children. Wonderful setting with a great view, service was excellent from the moment we walked..."

SWK

"Sittin in the lovely dinning room of ripples as I'm writing this, apart from the staff being oh so lovely and knowing there stuff about the wine the..."

Mitch Knight

"Great meal, great service, great atmosphere. We were a table of 7, ate 3 courses, and everyone enjoyed their meals. The service was really good, and..."

TaraG

"Excellent meal and attentive, friendly staff. Really enjoyed the cheeseboard with dessert wine to top things..."

Justine

"Ripples ticks all the boxes for producing an excellent dining experience. Rarely these days do you get excellent service, food, ambience and setting..."

Rohan Childress

"10/10. Yes, Ripples is set in a great location with views over the bay to Geelong. Yes, the food is always spot on with inventive and classic..."

Northcote-dweller

"Love it!. Ripples is my favourite place to eat in Geelong. It's a bit pricey, but seriously the food is fantastic everytime and the service is..."

Kate

"Went there for Dinner last Friday night. Great warm feel, Staff were first class & entree/mains were sensational (eye fillet & Lamb). Will def be..."

Pete

"Staff made a special bithday very SPECIAL. Booked my Dad & Mum in for dinner for Dad's 70th birthday as I couldn't be there as am currently living..."

The Coffee Hunter

"Great for a special occasion, beautiful view, beautifully refurbished, great service, amazing food and a great wine list with plenty of local stuff..."

ScoFF

"Beautiful location, extensive local wine list, delicious food with a range of flavorsome options and warm, friendly service. Terrific lunch..."

Shenagh

"Awesome Night. First time there.. Girls and I LOVED IT!! Friendly staff, great, service food and wine. Will definenately be..."

Bailey

"We have been here numerous times and everytime has been the most pleasant dining experience we have had. Danni and her staff are fantastic, and the..."

Meghan Willingham

"We sat in the beer garden on a very humid and hot day. It was lovely. Had the salt and pepper squid with chips. It was delicious! And the Cascade..."

Sandra

"We went for brunch and unlike other places they were serving lunch all day. The layout of the place was nice and cozy. The outdoor sitting was..."

Tan T

"Great food place in Geelong. Have been here couple of times and enjoyed the food every time. The location is great, right next to the waterfront...."

Cavin Daniel

"After a trip on the Geelong Fairy, we were ready for lunch. Very happy with the prompt service. Order taken and food delivered in a timely manner. ..."

Bill Mrozek

"Nice place with a good menu. Big plus is that they add some fruits and veggies to the children's dishes, but why only the standard chicken nuggets..."

Selma Roth

"Had lunch in the outside area, great friendly service. The setup with the music meant even though we were next to the busy road you could barely hear..."

nikki saundy

"My wife and I had a day in Leopold we stopped at Sailors Rest for a late lunch on the way home. Served by Ben and another young waitress both had..."

Mark Eaves

"Great location, great coffee, great food and fantastic service! We came in for lunch and settled in for a few hours. Credit to Charlotte who was so..."

Katrina Stillard

Gold Diggers Arms Hotel

84/100 (396 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Highchairs Available

Digital Payments

Accepts Credit Cards

"Was very surprised to see a little pub setting in the middle of the suburbs! But loved it! Food was filling and fresh very well worth the..."

Sharmayne Kris

"Would never have found this restaurant if i hadnt scrolled past it on zomato! It's nestled in some quiet residential back streets!Service was..."

Rina McKenna Wright

"A local pub with restaurant quality food. This old pub is in the back streets of suburban Geelong. Humble from the outside the interior is warm with..."

Bax_ry

"Tender rump steak with golden chips and a yum garlic butter and fresh salad. Flash fried calamari with fried corn salad and ranch dressing. Both..."

Jo

"Nice food and friendly staff. A pleasant..."

Little Minx

"New owner Richard Kelly, it was magnificent steaks are brilliant and perfectly cooked. Well done..."

James Morphy

"Quality dining in your jeans,Newtown pub. We turned up at 6.45pm without a booking on a Thurs night.Plenty of parking-pub packed with locals in..."

Artychoke

"Tuesday t-bone night! Can't go past it!! Even allowed to have it in the restaurant, not just the..."

Eljay

"Great value. Bar meals are amazing value and really good quality and size, the restaurant is certainly no pub meal. Really good menu and excellent..."

Trigger

"Mensday at the Gold Diggers. The Gold Diggers was the venue elected for our Inaugural Mensday evening for 2012. It coincided with locals night and..."

Mensday Evening

"Have only eaten in the bar. Best quality bar food in Geelong. Stock standard bar menu, which varies slightly from time to time. There is usually a..."

The Polish Professor

"Service and meals are amazing. The beetroot gnocchi is my favourite and will definitely order it again. My son had the steak and loved it; the meal..."

Jenny Caldow

"I spent my birthday at the Gold Diggers Arms at the recommendation of a mate and I am so glad I did! The food was perfection. I got the pork belly,..."

C S

"Dropped in for a quick lunch and ordered the Veal Parmi - finally a REAL veal schnitzel and not a flattened piece of cardboard. Juicy thick and the..."

Curly James

"Staff so Friendly...food amazing and have a fire 🔥 going we we're In a private spot ....up the back of bistro. Even though place was very busy..."

Andrea Daffy

"Great local, but I’m not a local. We dropped in for a few jars before the Foo Fighters gig at the stadium and it was great! Chicken Parma was..."

Andrew Ford

"A good quick my meal before a show. Really enjoyed their Beef Schnitzel. Served in plenty of time to get to the..."

Margaret Clues

"Always delicious food, more a fine dining experience. Friendly, obliging staff. Good..."

Susan Lambert

"Delicious meals, friendly service, accommodating of dietary requirements, including a separate fryer for gluten free, lovely atmosphere (including a..."

Elizabeth Nicholls

La Vista Authentic Italian Restaurant & Cafe

84/100 (1549 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Seafood Platters

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

Wheelchair Accessible

"Love this place great food and friendly..."

Robyn Berry

"Lovely food, beautiful view, great service. All our guests enjoyed their meals. I loved my salmon - cooked perfectly. I'd definitely go..."

Peaceloveandfoodiness

"I am not unaccustomed to a great marinara, having some of the most authentic possible. La Vista equaled and surpassed many of these! The quality of..."

Lea Crockford

"Beautiful pasta - lovely view - I had the Carbonara, authentic Italian, generous, delicious sauce. Partner had special chicken scallopini -..."

Dean Birznieks

"Amazing authentic Italian food. Have never been disapointed every time I have had lunch or dinner here. Highly recommend the marinara pasta dish!..."

Olivia Alessi

"Hasta La Vista Baby! What a find. If you must visit Geelong, you must eat..."

Junnay

"Fantastic attentive staff; food is proper Italian and delicious. Very good wine list and selection. Highly recommended. 5 out of 5..."

Loungeroom Critic

"Best authentic Italian food in..."

Food Lover

84/100 (951 ratings)

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Highchairs Available

Accepts Credit Cards

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"We held a recovery lunch at Murphy’s the day after our wedding and couldn’t be happier with the service we received. Everything was so easy from..."

Emma Hazelman

"We celebrated a 50th birthday party with 20+ people including a toddler in the Roof Top bar and we all had a fantastic time. The view was amazing and..."

Drew Woolfe

"WHERE: Geelong West WHO: Murphy's WHAT: Multi level pub with roof top views and live music Really great spot with good service. Caught up with some..."

Love Thy Foodie xx

"Delicious food. The cocktails were brilliant, especially the nurse’s fix. Great evening. The staff were so friendly and..."

Kasey Clennett

"The only reason it's not 5 stars is because they didn't have Mountain Goat Steam Ale on tap. Lol Cheers...fabulous venue great food, awesome decor,..."

Vladimir Bykovec

"I organized dinner in the rooftop bar with nine friends. Easy to book and amend bookings online plus a phone call to me to confirm the day before...."

karaleehanson

"I had the best burger I’ve ever had here today - the mushroom burger. The 3 people I was with all had a Parma and loved it. Great venue, brilliant..."

Simone Elliott

84/100 (1056 ratings)

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Gluten Free Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Waffles & Crepes

Wheelchair Accessible

Highchairs Available

Outdoor Seating

"Came here for brunch and it was really good! Good coffee and..."

Janet

"Recently with a group of friends and dined at Winter’s cafe. We all enjoyed our meals . The coffee was yummy and the service excellent . Thankyou ...."

Suzanne

"Came here to relax in the morning with a bunch of friends, before going to my friend's graduation at Deakin Geelong. The customer service here is..."

Christine Teh

"Popped in for lunch on a Tuesday. Greeted by a friendly staff member and seated straight away. Menu has a nice variety though I went with the ..."

DEVOUR

"Came here for an early lunch, the calamari salad was absolutely what you want, fresh and delicious, not overly fried at all and plenty of texture and..."

Esther Gresswell

"Gnocchi in burnt butter sauce was yum. The gnocchi was light, Cherry tomatoes were juicy and soaked up the delicious sauce (there was lots of burnt..."

Jo

"Food was delicious and the staff were super friendly and accommodating. We got the salmon with beetroot purée, whipped avocado and hash browns. So..."

Gugu

"Staff were very attentive and welcoming from the moment i walked in. Food came out fast and was beautifully presented and tasted great too...."

Lizzyg

"We were advised by our Airbnb host to have breakfast here. The smoked salmon my partner was served was described as divine. High praise from her. My..."

Paul Howard

"Looking for somewhere to eat? - A busy, popular cafe that's well suited for a quick lunch . Fresh, healthy food served. Staff friendly. Enjoyed their..."

I Bite

"Winters cafe in the hustle and bustle of Pakington Street Newton , 40 minutes drive from Werribee Is a very modern cafe, the menu is very..."

Alana Li-Rosi

"Attended a team breakfast for 12 people on a Friday. All of our coffees were hot and served quickly! Despite being such a large group, our meals came..."

BIRCHER QUEEN 👑

"Wow. Please trust me and get the Sri Lankan curry. Firstly the plating up is fabulous. And the textures,colours, taste and display are all utterly on..."

Maryclare Lane

"This is a very cute venue with a really good menu. We ordered two Korean hot dogs, chips to share and a green smoothie. Cons:- staff..."

Hungermonster

"Winter's Cafe is very special...all the food offering here screams high quality and heart. We ordered the Japanese Breakfast, Tomato confit..."

Mojomomo

"A nice cafe in Geelong. All dishes seem to be well thought-out and executed. Food was presented beautifully & tasted just as nice. I would give this..."

TT

"The new summer menu is delicious! They have a great set up that allows you to sit inside but with the folding shutters at the front you still get the..."

Caitlin White

"Always a nice meal here. Good vibe if you want a nice healthy breakfast. I like that it's not in the main hustle and bustle of pako, just far away..."

Trwiki

"Good coffee in the 50-60degree range but chips slightly over done. Good atmosphere worth another visit. Quite posh bit of a upmarket hipsters..."

Scott Martin

"I had the blue eye and my friend had the chicken for lunch and both dishes were delicious can't wait to go back. Staff friendly, helpful and..."

Brett

"Consistently good food. Great for breakfast, didn't think as much about the lunch menu but I haven't had lunch here. Coffee's good too...."

Lucas Mullin

"Consistently high quality food. Innovative and modern menu. Well presented and delicious. Very nice coffee. Great service. We go to Winters regularly..."

GT88

"After a great win by the Cats on Saturday night where we stayed in possibly the last available accommodation in Geelong we agreed to meet for Breaky..."

Jeanette Anderson

"Great reading menu, and food tasted amazing. 👍🏼. ..."

Robert James

"Head to the river end of Pakington Street on a weekend and Winter’s Cafe Geelong is arguably the busiest spot on the strip. This could be due to..."

Patrick Blampied

"Loved the food, loved the service. Amazing feel inside with great finishes. It's a must if you haven't been here before. A really nice local..."

Daniel

"Not sure what the negativity is about this cafe - we thought the food was awesome! They use great fresh produce in their creative dishes and very..."

Big Eyes For A Big Tummy

"Had a very nice breakfast here food service and coffee was all good only negative was the poached eggs were fairly cold but other than that I would..."

Cornelius Longbottom

"Like. I find the service a little stand-offish at times, but generally it's fine. The food and coffee here is always a..."

Anotherfoodie

"Finally!. Finally, finally, I find a place that can get a good breakfast.The eggs are perfect. Just a slight scent of vinegar but otherwise just..."

Geelong Diner

"Love the food here, heaps of filling, tasty & healthy options in the menu. The chicken with freekah was amazing & can't wait to try the duck roti..."

Rato

"It's a winner!. Always good service there. Food is amazing, staff are really nice. Always a good idea to book a table for breakfast especially on..."

Bert's Breaky Blog

"Good food, drinks and decor, but perhaps a little more expensive than it should..."

Food Lover

"The food is to die for, such variety and done to perfection. Best coffee. Oh my gosh the food here is amazing. I had what I would say was one of the..."

Boppy Chick

"Sunday lunch - hard to fault. Quick service, excellent coffee, and both the fish special and the basic breakfast were delicous. Great..."

Gasbrake

"Quality service, food and experience. One of the better cafes on Pakington st! Attentive and kind service, nice atmosphere both upstairs and..."

Peaceloveandfoodiness

"The healthy ingredients they use make me very excited (chia seeds, quinoa, goji berries, almond milk, coconut sweetened yoghurt, yes please!) the..."

Amber Jane

"Had a late lunch..... Really generous servings, quality..."

Mixali

"Great coffee. Best coffee I've had in..."

Kel Phlips

"Always great. I'm a regular and the new spring menu is great. This place is not ready to tread water. Still going from strength to strength. Well..."

Joint

"Great coffee, food and staff... Definitely worth dropping in for a fead.. The sliders are delicious.... These guys are top..."

Food Lover

"I love Winters. This place is busy! Make a booking as it is almost always full.The food is constantly fresh, tasty, quickly served and inventive. The..."

Morgan F

"Food to die for, amazing service and a lovely environment. Always a pleasure to visit! Best on..."

Lopha

"I recently organised a work breakfast meeting at this cafe and they were just fantastic to deal with in every way. Organisation was easy and the food..."

Mark A

"Best Cafe in Geelong. Winter's is exceptional. Matt and Bones have created the best cafe in Geelong. Nestled in the Chilwell end of Pako St, Winter's..."

Estelle Louise

"Awesome food and service.. I have been wanting to have lunch here for ages,as I have heard great things about the food and staff.I was lucky to be..."

Ajahan

"Best cafe on Pako if not in Geelong. Killer brekkies, probably more expensive than your average cafe but then again a whole lot more delicious. You..."

Hungry Hippo

"Lovely cafe for mothers brunching - service and decor excellent. Food is quite 'fancy' though, so if you're in the mood for a big breakfast probably..."

Stephanie Chan

"Love winters! Especially breaky! I dream about their breaky ever day! Good coffee and the friendliest staff. I love..."

Hannah

"Excellent regional cafe. I came here for a wedding brunch and enjoyed the food and ambience. I had a tasty spaghetti vongole with juicy bits of crab..."

Greedygreedyguts

"Most delicious granola for breakfast! Friendly and helpful staff. Will be a new regular..."

Britt

"Good tucker!. Great food with lots of different alternative for breakfast! A little pricey..."

Maddy

"Awesome food awesome service coking back for sure loved..."

Natasha

"Had lunch with hubby. Place was packed however Service, coffee and food was still great. Well priced too. Food came out quick. Def will return......"

Queen Bee

"Lovely surroundings (we were upstairs so not too noisy). Food presented nicely. Thumbs up for my delicious eggs hell, others in our party enjoyed..."

Julesdm13

"Great food, great coffee, fast service. I had lunch with a friend here on Thursday. I had roasted duck curry beautifully presented with steamed rice,..."

EmmaEats

"Really lovely place. Great atmosphere, yummy food & good coffee. Plus the stuff make you feel right at home. Can't ask for much more than..."

Rhi

"Breakfast was great .1 of the best I had had ,coffee was good.excellent service. I will be..."

Coffee85

"Winter's is amazing- can't fault the breakfast!!!Have been 3 weeks in a row.Excellent customer service, menu and..."

Lee

"Saturday breakfast. A lot of sweet stuff on menu and none of the savoury stuff grabbed my attention but put together my own meal which they were more..."

Bindolz

"Excellent breakfast - great staff. Saturday breakfast. Very busy when we arrived and were immediately greeted by a friendly staff member who helped..."

Julian C

"Ever since it has been under new management the service and food are flawless. Food is cooked with love and care and the owners work there and are..."

Elli

"Nice food but not great though. My fish was too dry, but the watermelon salad is excellent. My wife's Wagyu burger is good, but can't say there's..."

Iggy

"I can see why it's so busy. Solid service, great coffee and I'm pretty sure I'm about to slip into a food coma I'm so..."

Shutupnathan

"Excellent in every way. Absolutely love this place, the corn fritters are amazing! Great service and beaut decor, probably my new favourite place for..."

JennyJ

"Lola. Wow, this is a great cafe, by far the best breakfast in..."

Lola

"Sad. The coffee and staff are still great, but the breakfast menu is no where near as good as it was before it changed hands. I wish they would go..."

Louisa Clare Jones

"Just Delicious. Had breakfast here on the 26/11/2011. Went for the big breakfast. Not that big but very well presented and the eggs were cooked..."

Gavin

"Never been there myself, but couldn't shut the wife up about (a) excellent service (b) great food (c) great coffee. You know what they say....happy..."

BKJ

"Since the new owners have taken over the place is awesome! Great yummy food and service is awesome, I have a young child and I only go to places that..."

Fleur Chapman

"Love it. Great cafe really cozy ambience and great attentive service.great food and decent enough coffee.dont miss this place if you are in the..."

Ben Crawford

"I love this place great food great coffee great feel and best of all fab staff . The new owner Matt is wonderful ! Will go back always..."

Debra C

"Love the sandwiches, breakfast is not that great and the scrambled eggs are terrible but lunch is really yum and their coffee is..."

Hannah W

"Great re-branding of a well established cafe which brings an organic feel to the open space. Great coffee, menu is fresh & innovative, service is..."

Tina

"After a big night out for an engagement party, the bridesmaids organised a Sunday brunch with the loved up couple. A two story cafe, Winters fits..."

Mindi Edwards

"Winter’s Cafe is a newly updated Pakington St cafe, which has fantastic seasonal menus. The crowds stream in You’ll be lucky to get a table..."

The Life Of Clare

"The food was presented really well and I loved how the burger came out. The burger got the thumbs up and the chips were amazing. The calamari salad..."

GGFH

"Was good, green falafel bowl was quite unique interesting teste, questioning flavor, but least I felt becoming very healthy by eating this food...."

Sonia

"Wow! We just got Uber Eats from Winter's, and it was nothing short of incredible.. my adorable little girl was completely over the moon with her..."

Google HomeMini

"We had brunch, eggs on toast with sides and the waffles. Waffles were delicious, not too sweet, great pannacotta and lots of berries. Mushrooms were..."

Kate

"Excellent in every respect. Cheerful and prompt service even when busy. Great food. Nice locale and neat contemporary decor. Full on a Tuesday..."

Dacious in Oz

"Always lovely service with a smile and such a wonderful menu. Nice setting, quality food and great coffee, one of my favourite hang outs for..."

Jim Cross

"Delicious breakfast and friendly..."

Anne Preston

"Eggs Benedict was awesome, exceeded my expectation after reading so many good reviews on it. The staffs were all very welcoming with big smiles and..."

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