Asahi Japanese Restaurant, 5-7 Humffray Street North, BALLARAT 3350 Phone: (03) 5338 7500
“Asahi” serves modern and traditional Japanese cuisine in an authentic manner with style and flair. Whether you dine in or enjoy our takeaway selection you will love the tastes and flavours that delight your eye and tantalise your palate. You can be confident that whatever you choose will be fresh from the farm or sea. Compliment your food with a choice of Japanese and Australian beers, wines and spirits.

Ballarat Leagues Club, 52 Humffray St Sth, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 5331 3597
Open 7 days, modern and classical cuisine to suit all tastes, extensive wine and beverages list and children catered for.

Ballarat Steakhouse, 10 Grenville St Sth, BALLARAT. 3350 Phone: (03) 5332 6777
Opened in January 2007 the Ballarat Steakhouse is located in a charmingly restored 1871 heritage building, offering a unique experience in food, wine and service. Specialising in steak, we also offer ribs, lamb, chicken, salmon, grilled vegetables and salads.

Boatshed Restaurant, Wendouree Parade, BALLARAT 3350, Ph: (03) 5333 5533.
Open 7 days a week, Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner. Relax on the deck with a magnificent view of Lake Wendouree or inside at one of many tables overlooking the waters edge. Experience fine European styled cuisine unlike any other menu or style in Ballarat.

City Oval Restaurant, Bar and Cafe,  Cnr Mair and Pleasant St, BALLARAT. Phone: (03) 5332 1155.
Monday to Friday Lunch from $15, Coffee and Cake all day, Sunday - Meals all day. Contemporary menu in warm, cosy atmosphere. Opposite City Oval and 100 metres from Lake Wendouree.

Craigs Royal Hotel, 10 Lydiard Street South, BALLARAT. 3350 Phone: (03) 5331 1377
Providing a diverse dining destination, Craig’s offers an exciting selection of restaurants, bars & lounges in the heart of Ballarat. Whether it be a casual lunch, a sumptuous dinner or simple drinks with friends, Craig’s has a venue to suit.

Da Uday Restaurante,  7 Wainwright Street, BALLARAT. Phone:(03) 5331 6655
Da Uday offers Indian, Italian and Thai cuisine under the one roof. The restaurante offers over 160 dishes, all prepared by Chefs with vast experience in each of the three types of cuisine. Fully Licensed & BYO Wine. Open 7 Days Lunch & Dinner.

Dino's on Sturt, 212 Sturt Street, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 5332 9711
A new stylish restaurant in the heart of the city (opposite the Town Hall) offering a wide selection of European cuisine at affordable prices. Open 10.30am till late. View menus at the website.

George Hotel and Bar, 27 Lydiard St Nth, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53334866.
Centrally located in historic Lydiard St Nth. Open six days a week, Tuesday to Sunday 12.00 noon to 2pm, 5.30 to 8pm. Climate controlled all year around, Group Bookings welcome, Authentic Chinese and Australian menu, Cake & Cappuccino’s available all day.

Glasshouse Restaurant & Lounge Bar, 1845 Sturt Street, BALLARAT. 3350. Phone: (03) 5334 1600
Offers a relaxed cosy atmosphere and a'la'carte cuisine showcasing quality produce from the region. Sample some of the regions locally produced wine while relaxing in the lounge bar. Every Thursday night is Parma night - $18 with complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink. $15 main meal special every Friday night, menu changing weekly.

Golden City Hotel, 427 Sturt Street, BALLARAT, Victoria 3350 Ph: (03) 5331 6211
Built in 1858 and located in the heart of town, the iconic Golden City Hotel (Gee Cees) has become one of Ballarat's most popular meeting places. With modern cafe as well as first class function facilities the hotel caters for all, including casual lunch and dinners, corporate events, conferences, weddings and birthdays. Our menu offers a variety of meals to cater for all tastes including our gluten free menu, kids menu and extensive local and interstate wine list.

Harry Limes Restaurant, 5a Doveton Street North, BALLARAT 3350 Phone: (03) 5331 2044
Harry Limes Restaurant is a casual elegant dining place with the benefits of great food, inviting decor and good company in the heart of Ballarat. Offering Australian and Mediterranean cuisine utilising local produce and local wines, with seating for 40 people.  Blackboard Lunch specials, private functions and meetings catered for.

Harvest 383 Restaurant at Novotel Forest Resort, 1500 Midlands Hwy, CRESWICK. 3363 Phone: (03) 5345 9600
The Harvest 383 philosophy is simple; creative menus using the best seasonal produce available in a relaxed environment with personalized country hospitality away from the cities hustle and bustle. Our menus change regularly to take advantage of the best seasonal ingredients. Harvest 383 is open 7 days a week for breakfast offering an extensive breakfast buffet. And Fridays and Saturdays for Dinner, bookings are essential.

Hogs Breath Café, 8 Victoria Street, Ballarat, VIC 3350. Phone: (03) 5333 3655
Hogs Breath Café can be credited with developing and specialising Prime Rib Steaks in Australia, with the boast that there is not a tenderer, more mouth watering steak to be found anywhere. We also serve salads, burgers, wraps, chicken, fish, lamb, ribs, vegetarian meals and deserts and have a friendly, party atmosphere with merchandise available to buy as a souvenir. Our "Kids Eat Free" promotion from Mon to Fri is very popular with families (unattended children will be given a shot of espresso & promised a puppy)!!!

Innov8 Cafe, Greenhill Enterprise Centre, University Drive, MT HELEN. 3350 Phone: 0438 312 912
Innov8 also operates an attractive and friendly Café as a stylish networking hub to a discerning clientele and businesses on the University of Ballarat Technology Park at Mt Helen. Innov8 Café now offers an online take away ordering facility. Cafe Hours 8.00am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday or by appointment for private functions.

Jasmine Thai Restaurant  213 Sturt St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 332148
Authentic Thai Cuisine, Vegetarian & Non-Vegetarian Menu, Set Banquet Meals Available , B.Y.O. and take-away, Open 7 nights a week, 5.30pm until 10:00pm  Menu available at the website.

Java Lounge, 54 Lydiard St Nth, Ballarat 3350 Phone: (03) 5333 2633
Located in the heart of Ballarat's historic Lydiard St and Arts precinct, next to the Ballarat Fine Art Gallery and directly opposite the Regent Theatre complex. Light meals all day, cooked breakfast, local wines and catering for corporate or private functions.

Lake View Café and Bar, 22 Wendouree Parade, Ballarat VIC 3350. Phone: (03) 5331 4592
The Lake View’s Café overlooks Ballarat’s famous Lake Wendouree. Alfresco dining is a popular option in the warmer months where the magnificent views can be enjoyed as you dine or enjoy a relaxing drink. Wood fires create a warm and cosy atmosphere in the Café and Champagne Lounge during the cooler months.  The A-La-Carte menu has a wide variety of delicious dishes sure to satisfy the most discerning tastes, including vegetarian and gluten free. More info at our website.

L'espresso , 417 Sturt St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 53 331789
L'espresso is a bustling, stylish cafe, bar and restaurant with great atmosphere, excellent quality food, coffee, cakes and gelati all made on the premises.

Lydiard Wine Bar, 15 Lydiard St North, BALLARAT 3350 Phone: (03) 5327 2777
Sip a glass of our local and regional wine while relaxing in our comfortable lounge chairs, enjoying the music from our baby grand piano and savoring the flavours of our exquisite shared style menu. The Lydiard Wine Bar provides an elegant and sophisticated setting for you to appreciate the act of winding down.

Mecure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre, 613 Main Road, BALLARAT, 3350. Phone: (03) 5331 3588
Visit the Conservatory Restaurant for an informal meal overlooking the lake. The Victoria Restaurant features a walk-in wine cellar and offers superb a la carte dining, while the Heritage Bar is a great place to relax.

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

Phoenix Restaurant and Bar, 10 Camp Street, BALLARAT. 3350 Phone: (03) 5333 2686
Phoenix has created a versatile space incorporating formal dining, private function and metro style bar in the heart of Ballarat in the historic Camp Street Art precinct. Offering a modern Australian cuisine with a pronounced European influence including Spanish tapas menu. 

Pipers by the Lake, 403 Wendouree Pde, BALLARAT 3350 Phone: (03) 5334 1280
Superbly located amongst the grand old trees on the foreshore of Lake Wendouree and adjacent to the historical Botanical Gardens. Lunch is served in our elegant Restaurant with peaceful ambience and views of the lake or dine Alfresco on the deck 7 days a week. Breakfast from 7am daily.

Portico Wine Bar and Restaurant, 203 Dana Street, BALLARAT. 3350 Phone: (03) 5332 1020
 Enjoy the style and elegance of one of Ballarat's historic buildings located in central Ballarat. Offering the casual atmosphere of the Portico Wine Bar offering lunch from 12 noon onwards. Also gourmet fine dining in the restaurant specialising in modern international cuisine. Great ambience and open fires. Open Tuesday - Saturday.

Sails on the Lake, Ballaarat Yacht Club, Wendouree Parade, BALLARAT. Phone/Fax 5331 5869.
Located at the Ballarat Yacht Club with magnificent North facing views across Lake Wendouree. Licensed Cafe, Open Weekends and Public Holidays, 8.00am - 5.00pm. Breakfast all day, lunch meals, al fresco dining on expansive deck area. 

Seymours on Lydiard, 302 Lydiard St Nth, BALLARAT. 3350. Phone: (03) 5331 2784
Seymours on Lydiard is a spacious and contemporary family style cafe restaurant with great coffee, an extensive beer and wine list and a lively, ambient atmosphere. As one of Ballarat's few 1850s hotels still licensed and operating in Ballarat it is a recognised landmark in the Ballarat streetscape. Dining can be alfresco, in our courtyard or restaurant for breakfast , lunch and dinner.

Springs Bar and Terrace at Novotel Forest Resort, 1500 Midlands Hwy, CRESWICK. 3363 Phone: (03) 5345 960
Springs Bar and Terrace offers casual dining in a beautiful environment overlooking the Golf Course. The Bar and Terrace is open 7 days a week for lunch afternoon tea and dinner - or just drop in for a drink at the bar and watch the Golfers go by.

Thai Fusion, 106 Sturt Street, BALLARAT.3350 Phone: (03) 5331 2711
 A blend of Thai and Western Flavours resulting in Contemporary Thai Cuisine. Dine In, Take Away and Business/Home Delivery. BYO and licensed.

The Court House Hotel, 63 Brooke Street, SMYTHESDALE 3351. Phone: (03) 5342 8198
‘Great friends, great food, great atmosphere’. Beautifully refurbished, situated in the interesting township Smythesdale and just a short pleasant 15 minute drive from Ballarat. Bar Special – Pizza and Pot - $12. Open 7 days for Lunch and Dinner - Breakfast Saturday and Sunday.

The Grand Hotel, 120 Lydiard St Nth, Ballarat. 3350 Phone: (03) 5332 1811
Superbly located in historic Lydiard Street, just a few minutes walk to The Ballarat Art Gallery, theatres, shops, city centre and the railway station. Serving Lunch and Dinner in the Bistro 7 days and catering for Weddings, Engagements, Birthday Parties and specializing in 21st Birthday Parties. Depot Night Club, Bar, Beer Garden and Pokies.

Tokyo Grill House, Ballarat, 3350. Ph: 0432 186 838.
Now at two locations - Teppanyaki Shop, 107 Bridge Mall, Ballarat - This restaurant is a 20 year old Japanese teppankaki style restaurant. Opening hours, Tuesday to Sunday, 12pm to 3pm – 6pm till late.
Cuisine Shop, 423 Sturt St. Ballarat. Japanese style food such as Sushi, Sashami and Teppanyaki. Dine In, Take Away and Home Delivery. Opening hours, 7 days from 11am to 9.30pm.

Zaragosa Mexican and Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant, 71 Victoria St, BALLARAT. 3350 Phone: (03) 5333 1435
Located in a historic Victorian building Zaragosa offers traditional Mexican and Spanish cuisine with mid week specials, kids and takeaway menus. Cosy atmospheric bars and function room with open fires, and heated and covered courtyard. See menu at the website.