Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Victoria

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best value restaurants in Victoria? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

5.0

5 (112)

$100 and over

Modern Australian

Wattle Flat

About the restaurant

Discover Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes, an idyllic farm in Victoria's central highlands, a short 15-minute drive from Ballarat's CBD. Specialising in Black Perigord truffles in winter and tuber aestivum in summer, our sensory journey includes truffle experiences and cuisine by chef Liam Downes in our 24-seat restaurant and gardens.
Whether for a Friday long lunch or a three-hour truffle experience with a chef's degustation, our offerings cater to diverse preferences. Emphasizing a farm-to-plate philosophy, we prioritize ingredient sourcing from our farm and the local landscape. Join us for a culinary adventure, delighting in the freshest flavours of the season.
Our commitment to sustainability and local partnerships ensures each dish reflects the region. The lush landscapes surrounding our farm contribute to a truly immersive experience, inviting you to connect with nature and indulge in truffle-infused creations.

Top review

Sofa

Dined today

What a wonderful experience. Not only was the food exceptional, but we all thoroughly enjoyed learning and experiencing the truffle hunt. Today, the weather was exceptional, which meant we could dine outside under the trees. A truly lovely experience. Taylor, front of house was impressive; pleasant disposition, knowledgeable , good humoured , but not hovering.

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Experience

Brunch

Experience

Christmas in the Truffière

Experience

Afternoon Truffle Hunt

Bank Street Wood Fired Pizza & Garden

4.9

4.9 (122)

$40 and under

Pizzeria

Avenel

About the restaurant

Many things delicious, fresh and regional. Food for pizza lovers served in the beautiful country town of Avenel.

Top review

Dale

Dined today

Amazing food, amazing service, and given this financial climate very well priced. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Sir Paz Estate - Yarra Valley

4.9

4.9 (225)

$40 and under

Winery

Yarra Valley

About the restaurant

Discover the enchanting experience at Sir Paz Estate's Restaurant & Cellar Door, where the tranquil Mediterranean atmosphere meets breathtaking views of our vineyard and the picturesque Yarra Valley. Join us for a guided wine tasting at the Cellar Door, or savour our exquisite à la carte Woodfire Lunch Menu in our award-winning restaurant.

For groups of 10 or more, please reach out to reservations@sirpaz.com to book your experience.

Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
**Restaurant Menu: 12 PM - 3 PM (2-hour sittings, reservation required)
**Cellar Door Snack Menu: 10:30 AM - 5 PM (enjoy all-day wine tastings, no reservation needed—walk-ins welcome)

Come and immerse yourself in a delightful culinary journey!

Top review

Samantha

Dined on 8 Dec 2024

Great staff, great food & wine , beautiful views of the valley

Morning Sun Vineyard

4.8

4.8 (21)

$41 to $100

Winery

Main Ridge

About the restaurant

An intimate and beautiful family-owned Mornington Peninsula winery and restaurant with vineyard views in the heart of premium wine country. Wine and olive oil grown on site, served with Italian-inspired share plates. Sunny terrace in fine weather, cosy cellar room when it’s cold. Estate wines and barbecued quail are specialties. Lunch dishes change seasonally, estate-grown wine tasting all year round.

Top review

Keith

Dined today

A delightful family meal in the open overlooking the vineyard and on a sunny day . The "let us serve you" option was chosen and we enjoyed the variety of plates that came through at suitable times. The wine (a white wine blend from the vineyards offerings) was excellent. Sitting outside enabled us to enjoy the ambience of the vineyard and the whole experience.

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Experience

Wine Tasting

Experience

Vineyard Experience Tour

Sir Loins

4.9

4.9 (1031)

$41 to $100

Steakhouse

Bright

About the restaurant

Sir Loins bar and grill is an underground, New York style steakhouse.

A hidden gem, located in the heart of Bright, Sir Loins offers a relaxed and casual atmosphere, with flashy cocktails and A grade steaks.

Come and see us for a perfectly cooked steak and a couple drinks that wont break the bank!

Top review

Irene

Dined 2 days ago

Very pleasant experience and will definitely return

Centra Hotel

4.7

4.7 (45)

$41 to $100

Italian

Geelong West

About the restaurant

Centra Hotel is a family owned and run historic corner hotel, conveniently located in the Geelong CBD.

Boasting an impressive selection of wine, cocktails, and serving the best in Italian fare, Centra is a popular dining choice for both Geelong locals and visitors to the region.

If you’re looking to have larger groups for dinner, the Private Dining Room can accommodate up to 14 guests, and the building’s multiple indoor & outdoor event spaces can be set for groups of up to 30 for full à la carte service upon request.

After a space for a stand-up event? We can host groups of up to 120 people across multiple spaces for your event. Head to www.centrahotel.com.au/functions to check out the available event spaces and the function booklet.

Please Note:
-Some areas in the building are not Wheelchair Accessible.
-Smaller bookings may be subject to a maximum 2-hour sitting time.
-Non-Refundable deposits to hold larger bookings may apply.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Team Centra.

Top review

Miki

Dined 7 days ago

Friendly staffs. All food was excellent. We had a private room which made us feel special. I've been here and I know I can recommend it to people and all my friends were happy. We will definitely come back.

Anh Chi Em

4.8

4.8 (163)

$40 and under

Vietnamese

Highton

About the restaurant

Anh Chi Em - Vietnamese Cuisine is a traditional Vietnamese restaurant with a modern look, located in the heart of Highton, Geelong. We offer both dine-in and takeaway options, focusing on serving our customers delicious, authentic Vietnamese dishes crafted from our own family recipes. Our dishes feature fresh herbs and vegetables sourced from our family-owned farm, ensuring the highest quality and flavour. Whether you're looking for a cozy dine-in experience or a convenient takeaway, Anh Chi Em is dedicated to providing a memorable experience in the vibrant Highton area of Geelong.

Top review

Wendy

Dined 3 days ago

We really enjoyed our night out at Anh Chi Em, the food and service was outstanding. It was a lovely evening to sit outside as well. We'll be back.

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Experience

Celebrate Sunday Brunch

The Whiskery

4.8

4.8 (790)

$41 to $100

Wine Bar

Geelong City Centre

About the restaurant

The Whiskery is the cellar door for Bellarine Distillery. The Whiskery is an 18 years plus only venue .Babies under 12 months are an exception. The original farm shed has been renovated and is a rustic and inviting space to have a yarn over a cocktail, gin or whisky with friends.
During warmer days the gardens and decks provide a relaxing environment and during the colder months a spot beside the fire is most enticing.
Primarily our own Gins are on offer for consumption and sale, with the Whisky being available in due course - STAY TUNED. We also have a wider selection of whiskies also available for tasting. For those who wish to have an alternative to Gin or Whisky ( why? ) we do have a few of the local wines , beers and ciders available plus some soft options for the drivers.
We have a limited food menu which includes a couple of simple pizzas and cheese & produce platters .
Please note bookings are for 2 hr blocks.

Top review

Peter

Dined 3 days ago

Great day dining in the garden. As usual, excellent service. It’s always good to share platters and boards with family.

Hotel Phillip Island

4.6

4.6 (425)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Phillip Island

About the restaurant

Hotel Phillip Island situated in the heart of Cowes has some of the islands most finest dishes, ranging from a traditional Chicken Parma and Thai Beef Salad to our spectacular Prawn Linguini, Korean Fried Chicken and Ceviche. Created by our Executive Internationally trained Chefs.

So whether you're just looking for a quick bite fom one of our share plate options or something a little more exquisite, Hotel caters for everyone's needs.

We offer multiple dining options: FULL SERVICE in teh Bar and Restaurant areas (optional QR code ordering for large bookings) or Footpath and Deck tables overlooking our beautiful Westernport Bay (QR code ordering from tables) .

Top review

Sharon

Dined today

Our fave local place great food nice staff and pretty good prices as well

Brown Brothers Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (690)

$41 to $100

Australian

Milawa

About the restaurant

131 years of wine making excellence, paired with seriously good food. Showcasing freshly picked produce from our kitchen garden and pantry preserves, accompanied by premium local suppliers and sustainably sourced native produce, meats and seafood.

Our seasonal menu caters for light lunches, shared feasts with friends and family, or a 5-course wine and food experience.

Full table service either inside or outside, bookings are essential as tables are in high demand.

Top review

Rebecca

Dined 2 days ago

Spoiled myself with an early Xmas gift of the slow lunch. Was beautiful and not too heavy for the amount of dishes you have. Thanks for the friendly service.

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Experience

The Slow Lunch

Experience

Three Course Set Menu

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