Visitors to the Yarra Valley have various dining options, whether visiting from Melbourne for a day or staying for a more extended break.
Yarra Valley restaurants complement one of Australia’s finest wine regions with their delicious food and wine pairings.
Yarra Valley offers excellent food and wine pairings
The Yarra Valley offers a wide range of fine wines paired with fresh, seasonal produce sourced directly from local farms.
Enjoy a relaxed meal at vineyard restaurants with spectacular views, such as Eleonore’s Restaurant at Chateau Yering, Meletos at Stones of the Yarra Valley or 1309 at Balgownie Estate.
Enjoy delicious local cuisine at Hillsville Café and hearty dinners at Hillsville Hotel or Innocent Bystander.
Enjoy luxury accommodations and authentic cuisine in historic homes.
The finest Yarra Valley restaurants
Levantine Hill
Some visitors arrive at Levantine Hill by helicopter and a private driver. You can get in shape there with a bespoke food and wine flight, the rarest and most expensive wines in the world.
Guests can choose from a four or six-course Mediterranean-style meal in a space designed by Fender Katsalidis Architects, renowned for creating the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MONA) in Tasmania.
1309 at Balgownie Estate
Following a fire in 2020, Rae’s restaurant at Balgownie Estate has been rebuilt into a more extensive and improved space thanks to a multi-million dollar project.
The new 1309 Restaurant features a 100-seat dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the Yarra Valley, a refurbished terrace, private dining rooms and a function room.
Chef Beth Candy’s contemporary Australian menu includes dishes such as Hiramasa jerky with anise myrtle, warm smoked duck breast and local lemon pie with myrtle meringue.
Oakridge
The menu at Oakridge constantly changes and features seasonal dishes made from local produce.
Chef Aaron Brodie grows many ingredients in his garden and uses only local produce for his hyper-local menu. Lunches are served from Thursday to Sunday, which allows you to extend your time in the restaurant.
Eleonore's Restaurant
Eleonore’s is a restaurant located in a 19th-century chateau where guests can enjoy five-course tasting menus prepared by Chef Marc Ebbels in an elegant setting decorated with roses on the gold leaf ceiling and antique brass fixtures.
Mark’s previous experience includes working at Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck in the UK and Bacchanalia in Singapore before growing up in the Yarra Valley and returning to Australia.
Eleanor offers tasting menus for omnivores and vegans on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Pre-booking is required.
Yering Station
Yering Station, next to the castle in the oldest vineyard in the Yarra Valley, has a modern restaurant with large windows overlooking lush fields and pastures.
The restaurant is open for lunch seven days a week and focuses on small local producers. Guests can taste the wide variety of Yering Station wines, including exclusive and old vintages. Alternatively, dinners can be enjoyed as part of a helicopter tour from Melbourne’s CBD.
Quarters at Huberts Estate
Quarters, a new restaurant at Huberts Estate in the Yarra Valley, opened in March 2022.
The restaurant’s menu includes modern Australian and European dishes cooked on wood and charcoal in a specially made grill. The pizza is baked in an Italian Marana oven using a sourdough starter created by Executive Chef Michael Smith during the restaurant’s closure. An Eltham resident runs the restaurant and offers unique dishes.
The pastry team works to create a variety of sweet treats that may require a dessert stomach to enjoy.
Treat yourself to a gourmet dining experience on our Yarra Valley wine tour, visiting renowned restaurants known for their impeccable dishes and picturesque settings.
Stones Stables
Originally used as a stable for the St Huberts winery’s grooms in 1868, The Stables at Stones has been transformed into a charming restaurant focusing on ecological and ethical produce.
The restaurant is only open for dinner on Fridays and Saturdays, and the private dining room can accommodate up to nine people at the chef’s table.
Chef Samuel Eng updates the chef’s table menu daily, and the sommelier combines the latest dishes with different wines.
Heartwood
Heartwood is located in the former Colonial Bank building in Yarra Glen. There, you can find seasonal, locally sourced dishes from Thursday to Sunday and dinners every Friday and Saturday night. The menu includes chilli omelette, citrus waffles, wagyu burgers and buttermilk chicken. Guests can sit inside the historic building or outside under umbrellas.
Nancy's of the Valley
When you walk into Nancy’s of the Valley, the eclectic décor with retro laminate flooring and old wooden tables can make you smile. The menu offers seasonal and organic dishes and separate menus for vegans and celiacs. Fair trade and organic coffees, teas and milkshakes are served. There is also a selection of turmeric and chai lattes.
Round Bird Can't Fly
Laura Webb-James and Evan James, who previously worked at the Yering Station wine bar and restaurant, decided to open their restaurant by focusing on what kind of food they would prepare for their guests.
Round Bird Can’t Fly offers various dishes, including croque monsieur with truffle mushrooms, hot cakes with banana fritters and much more.
Jayden Ong Winery & Cellar Bar
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this bar with its colourful umbrellas and bright white tables outside. Inside, you’ll find high tables and stools beside the barrels where future wines are made. At the bar, you can taste four lines of wines, cocktails and local beers from Jaden Ong. The menu consists of fresh, local and organic products that change depending on the season. Popular dishes include kingfish crudo and pork and pistachio terrine. Don’t forget that the bar has excellent climate wines, so dress warmly.
No.7 Healesville
No.7 is a winery that provides opportunities and mentorship for young creative minds in the industry. It also operates a restaurant and concert venue from Friday to Sunday.
Meletos Cafe
Owned by Stones of the Yarra Valley and The Stables restaurant, Meletos is a casual eatery on the same property. The menu offers wood-fired pizzas, antipasti, starters and main courses. The Taphouse is also nearby, where guests can sample Detour Beer Co.
TarraWarra Estate
Chef Marc Ebbels creates a menu that changes with the seasons, using mainly ingredients from the Tarrawarra Estate. Guests can choose from two or three courses, with an additional cheese platter to follow.
Healesville Hotel
The Healesville Hotel offers various dining options, from bar service to set meals in the dining room. The nearby Harvest Café also provides breakfast, lunch, and a wide selection of regional wines.
Graceburn Wine Room
Coombe
Coombe offers a luxurious setting for wine tastings, weddings, private events and fine dining. Housed in a restored motor home and historic clock tower, the restaurant is headed by Executive Chef Neil Cunningham. It offers a menu highlighting seasonal produce and food grown on the estate.
The restaurant is modern and spacious, with an intimate atmosphere. The restaurant overlooks the courtyard and market-style landscaped gardens, while the main dining room overlooks Coombe Cottage Garden and Victoria’s oldest swimming pool.
Beechworth Bakery
Yarra Valley Dairy
The menu features a variety of cheese dishes, including toasts, hot dishes and platters to satisfy cheese lovers. There are cheese tastings, sales and a selection of wines from small vineyards.
The Yarra Valley Dairy showcases the region’s rich produce and offers a wide range of regional products for sale. Visitors can enjoy delicious food and wine while admiring the picturesque views of the valley, vineyards and surrounding farmland.
Olinda Tea House
Miss Marple's Tearoom
Inspired by Agatha Christie’s character, Miss Marple’s Tearoom has won the Dandenongs Most Popular Coffee Shop award for its Devonshire teas and savoury treats.
The building is designed in the Tudor style. It is carefully decorated with floral curtains, matching tablecloths, Miss Marple memorabilia, and a variety of porcelain teapots displayed in the dining room.
Various delicious dishes, from Ploughman’s to homemade pies, will satisfy your appetite. Treat yourself to a delectable dessert or try Miss MarplMarple’s swned scones for a delightful meal experience.
DiVino Ristorante
The philosophy of Mandala’s team of chefs is to use high-quality, locally sourced seasonal ingredients. They use vegetables and herbs from their garden, and all meat is purchased from local producers.
Food, wine, and friendship are some of the greatest pleasures in life. There is no need to rush anywhere. A modern restaurant with cellar doors and a glass room is the heart of Dixons Creek, with stunning views of the surrounding vineyards and countryside from its glassed-in rooms. The culinary team focuses on local and seasonal produce, with Italian influences on the ever-changing menu.
Cognoscenti Food and Wine
Cognoscenti’s menu features contemporary Australian cuisine with European influences, focusing on fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. The kitchen’s charcoal oven adds a unique flavour that accentuates the taste of each ingredient.
Cognoscenti Food and Wine offers intimate service, spectacular food, signature cocktails and a careful selection of local and international wines.
The General Food Store
Emerald’s General Food Store offers friendly service and a diet-friendly menu. The establishment uses seasonal ingredients from local farmers and producers and operates ethically and sustainably, reducing its environmental impact.
Coffee Supreme offers many dishes, including arabesques, waffles, salads, burgers, baguettes and cakes. There are dishes for vegetarians and vegans, gluten-free, dairy-free, and children’s dishes, as well as a selection of coffee blends from Melbourne roasters. It also offers a selection of coffees from Melbourne roasters, as well as a range of local and homemade condiments and sweets.
FAQ
What types of dining experiences does the Yarra Valley offer?
The Yarra Valley features vineyard restaurants, casual cafés, historic venues, and fine dining, all paired with local wines and seasonal produce.
Which Yarra Valley restaurants are known for fine dining?
Top options include Eleonore’s at Chateau Yering, Levantine Hill, Oakridge, and 1309 at Balgownie Estate, all offering gourmet menus and scenic vineyard views.
Can I enjoy casual or café-style dining in the Yarra Valley?
Yes — venues like Meletos Café, Nancy’s of the Valley, Round Bird Can’t Fly, and Heartwood offer relaxed meals using local ingredients.
Are there unique or themed dining spots in the Yarra Valley?
Yes — Miss Marple’s Tearoom offers Tudor-style charm and Devonshire teas, while The Stables at Stones serves eco-conscious dishes in a converted stable.
Do Yarra Valley restaurants cater to dietary needs?
Many venues provide vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and seasonal menus, such as Nancy’s of the Valley and The General Food Store.
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