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The Dava Hotel, Mount Martha, AU-VIC

The Dava Hotel

4.3
4.3
357 Reviews
$40 and under
Australian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Child-friendly
The newly refurbished Dava Hotel is located on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula and on the esplanade of Mount Martha, featuring spectacular views of Port Philip Bay. The Dava Hotel is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and boasts a vibrant family friendly bistro restaurant with modern décor, a sports bar, and a rooftop deck with breath-taking bay views. Our Head chef and his creative team design delicious seasonal menus using local and fresh produce from the Mornington Peninsula that are beautifully paired with Australian wines. We pride ourselves on our friendly and casual atmosphere - ideal for families and friends getting together to enjoy local produce that is transformed into great meals and paired with exceptional wines or craft beers from the Peninsula. ​ Make The Dava Hotel your next destination!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat, Sun 11:30–20:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–20:30 Fri 17:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (03) 5975 1555
  • Website
    http://www.thedavahotel.com.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Keane
  • Location
    614 Esplanade, Mount Martha, AU-VIC 3934
  • Area
    Mount Martha
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Tuesday Trivia by QuizzaMe

    Multiple dates available
    Family friendly and free to play every Tuesday at the Dava Hotel! Registrations open at 6.30pm, Trivia starts at 7pm. No pencils, no paper; wireless buzzers for quick and easy multiple choice play. Great prizes to be won: First place: $50 Venue voucher Second place: $25 Venue voucher Plus drink vouchers to be won throughout the night, and special $18 pizzas for trivia players only! Bookings highly recommended - see you on Tuesday!

Menu

For Under 12's

Kids Meal

$16. Includes: 1 x main meal, 1 x soft drink or juice, 1 x ice cream (1 scoop)

    Mains

    • Fish & Chips

      fish w/ chips & tomato sauce

      • Pasta Bolognaise

        spaghetti w/ mince in a tomato sauce, cheese; available for topping request

        • Margherita Pizza & Chips

          small pizza w/ cheese and side of chips & tomato sauce

          • Housemade Chicken Nuggets & Chips

            made fresh daily chicken nuggets in breadcrumbs w/ chips & tomato sauce

            • Junior Burger

              meat patty with cheese, w/ chips & tomato sauce

              Drinks

              • Soft Drink

                Pepsi, lemonade, raspberry lemonade or squash

                • Juice

                  orange, apple, pineapple

                  Upgrade Options

                  these items are available at an extra cost for the kids meals

                    Drinks

                    • Milkshakes

                      extra $4.50; milk & creamy vanilla ice cream, topped w/ whipped cream

                      • Old School Spiders

                        extra $4.50; ice cream topped w/ your choice of soft drink

                        Desserts

                        • Extra Scoop Ice Cream

                          extra $2; please see the dessert bar for flavours; available - choose from a cup or waffle cone

                          • Ice Cream Sundae

                            extra $5; creamy vanilla ice cream, strawberries, Persian fairy floss, whipped cream & your choice of flavour topping: lime, chocolate, strawberry, vanilla or caramel

                            Last updated: 9 May 2023

                            What 357 people are saying

                            Overall ratings and reviews

                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                            4.3
                            4.3 based on recent ratings
                            • 4.2Food
                            • 4.4Service
                            • 4Ambience
                            • 4.2Value

                            Noise • Energetic

                            Loved For

                            • Victoria

                              Child-friendly

                            • Mornington Peninsula

                              Child-friendly

                            • Mornington Peninsula

                              Gluten-free-friendly

                            • Mornington Peninsula

                              Healthy

                            • Mornington Peninsula

                              Most Booked

                            Review summary

                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                            The Dava Hotel offers a warm and friendly atmosphere with "quick service with a smile" and delicious meals that have guests returning time and again. The venue is praised for its "excellent food and service" and a variety of dining areas suitable for different preferences. While some guests mention noise levels and occasional delays, the "welcoming and efficient staff" and well-prepared dishes make it a popular choice. Enjoy the "great value" seniors' meals and the "amazing" kids' play area, ensuring a delightful dining experience for all ages.

                            357 Reviews

                            1. Robyn

                              Victoria

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined 2 days ago

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Absolutely beautiful meal, great play area for the kids, wonderful atmosphere, staff were amazing

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                            2. Jeff

                              Victoria

                              7 reviews

                              5.0

                              7 reviews

                              Dined on 9 December 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              A very good hotel with great staff, exceptional service and good quality meals.

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                            3. Pauline

                              Melbourne

                              2 reviews

                              5.0

                              2 reviews

                              Dined on 9 December 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 4
                              We enjoy going to the Dava on a monthly basis and always enjoy our food and a great place for the 6 good friends to catch up to chat ….I would recommend

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                            4. Peter

                              VIP

                              Victoria

                              6 reviews

                              3.0

                              6 reviews

                              Dined on 4 December 2024

                              1. Overall 3
                              2. Food 4
                              3. Service 3
                              4. Ambience 1
                              Have dined 7 times recently and this was the first time I could not get out of the venue quickly enough due to excessive loud music present across the bistro area which continued until 1230am over lunch . My request to have the volume turned down a bit was fobbed off by a staff member as ‘a live event’

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                            5. George

                              Victoria

                              3 reviews

                              4.0

                              3 reviews

                              Dined on 3 December 2024

                              1. Overall 4
                              2. Food 4
                              3. Service 4
                              4. Ambience 4
                              All good, other than our booked table had been allocated to another group (this is a regular occurrence).

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                            6. Chris

                              Victoria

                              2 reviews

                              4.0

                              2 reviews

                              Dined on 23 November 2024

                              1. Overall 4
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 4
                              4. Ambience 4
                              Staff are lovely , food is nice would definitely recommend

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                            7. Jeff

                              Victoria

                              7 reviews

                              5.0

                              7 reviews

                              Dined on 21 November 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Always great, staff are just fantastic nothing is a problem , the food is fresh and delicious and meals are promptly served

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                            8. Greg

                              Melbourne

                              1 review

                              5.0

                              1 review

                              Dined on 20 November 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              1st time there. Had great food and lovely day. Staff were really good . Thanks for a great day

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                            9. Marcella

                              Melbourne

                              1 review

                              4.0

                              1 review

                              Dined on 17 November 2024

                              1. Overall 4
                              2. Food 3
                              3. Service 4
                              4. Ambience 5
                              we had been there before, only 2 weeks ago, and I thoroughly enjoyed my steak. it was perfection, so we returned but unfortunately, steak was nicely cooked but it was a lot thinner and it was sinewy . disappointed this time, but I'm sure we'll be back. the rest of our table was very pleased with their meals

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                            10. Peter

                              VIP

                              Victoria

                              6 reviews

                              4.0

                              6 reviews

                              Dined on 6 November 2024

                              1. Overall 4
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 4
                              Had the Barramundi fillet and compliments to kitchen staff for a great meal.

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                            The Dava Hotel is rated 4.3 stars by 357 OpenTable diners.

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                            2 people
                            19:00
                            Booked 12 times today
                            Experiences are available.
                            Google Map for The Dava Hotel

                            614 Esplanade, Mount Martha, AU-VIC 3934

                            Dining areas

                            Additional information

                            • Area
                              Mount Martha
                            • Hours of Operation
                              Sat, Sun 11:30–20:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–20:30 Fri 17:00–20:30
                            • Price
                              $40 and under
                            • Cuisines
                              Australian
                            • Dining style
                              Casual Dining
                            • Dress code
                              Casual Dress
                            • Parking details
                              Hotel Parking
                            • Payment Options
                              AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                            • Executive Chef
                              Richard Keane
                            • Additional
                              Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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