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    Grand Hotel

    5.0 (1 review)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:00 PM, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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    State of Grace

    State of Grace

    5.0(7 reviews)
    42.3 kmMelbourne

    State of Grace was one of the highlights of our Melbourne trip -- an incredible dining experience…read morefrom start to finish. The atmosphere is vibrant, stylish, and full of character. From the moment you walk in, there's a buzz that makes the place feel alive without being overwhelming. It strikes a great balance between upscale and relaxed, making it perfect for a date night or a fun evening out. The warm lighting and eclectic design add to the charm and make you want to linger. Service was friendly, attentive, and well-paced throughout the night. The staff were knowledgeable about the menu, checked in on us at the right moments, and made the whole experience feel effortless and welcoming. Every dish we ordered was excellent -- not a single miss. We started with the Cauliflower & Mozzarella Croquettes, which were crispy on the outside and perfectly creamy inside. The Grilled King Prawns were flavorful and cooked just right, while the Kingfish Ceviche was fresh, bright, and beautifully balanced. The Stracciatella & Heirloom Tomatoes was simple yet outstanding, letting the quality of the ingredients shine. For mains, the Duck Breast was cooked perfectly and full of rich flavor, and the Lamb Backstrap was tender and well-seasoned. The Pecorino & Ricotta Ravioli was comforting and delicate, while the Seafood Linguine stood out with generous portions of seafood and a beautifully balanced sauce. The Honey Glaze Carrots were the perfect side -- sweet, savory, and executed flawlessly. Overall, State of Grace delivers on every level -- ambience, service, and food. An exceptional spot that lives up to the hype, and one we'd absolutely return to on our next visit to Melbourne.

    State of Grace has a positive vibe. Even before your first drink you will think oh what a cool…read moreplace. It's the decor from extravagant chandeliers to deer heads with pearl necklaces; it's beautifully eclectic. I had an old fashion and it had the right mix of orange and bitters. I also ordered the burger which was decent and the fries were hot and crispy. The night I visited there was a live singer playing tunes. Service was quick and friendly. Even the ordering is eclectic as you order electronically (QR) pasted to a library book. This place is worth a visit.

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    The Pig & Whistle - Outdoor patio seating

    The Pig & Whistle

    2.3(6 reviews)
    40.4 km

    I'll start with the good and then get into the bad…read more I like the decor of The Pig & Whistle. Inside has a bunch of beer steins, and alcohol memorabilia, fun posters and pictures in frames, it's all fun to look at and take in. The outdoor area is nice too, plenty of picnic type tables to help enjoy the good weather. And there is what looked like a mini garden, that's nice too. On the other side of things, when you order a starter and it's brought to you, sometimes it's nice to have plates to eat on too. The calamari was not tasty and was a rubbery texture, it came with a matching portion of french fries/chips and a small salad. The best thing about that plate was the aioli dipping sauce. The veggie stir fry was dripping in sauce and was far too spicy for my liking. It wasn't an even plate, with the over-sized vegetables and the skinny rice noodles in a pool of spicy sauce. And the prices for what you're getting, that didn't please me either. I'm sorry for the negative, but it was solely based on just the look and feel of the place, for sure it'd be a five star from me.

    This is a great Irish pub to get yourself a pint or a half pint of Guinness and some chips n gravy…read more They have bands plenty of outdoor seating and are close by to a lot of wineries and parks up on the hills of the Mornington Peninsula. I have been in for drinks on several cold and windy days (which are numerous up there) and have always longed to enjoy all the space they have outdoors. They have a giant lawn area and lots of patio seating with colonial pine plantings around the place. Fun decorations inside with a very British theme.

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    Flying Brick Cider Co

    Flying Brick Cider Co

    3.8(12 reviews)
    16.1 km
    $$

    So, this place opened up last year and I came here with my old work-mates because they were both…read moregetting married and wanted to see them before they made it official. All the way up here in Geelong and if your passing by, come have a crack at this place only after you've read what my experience were. This place is pretty much all about drinking cider! We had to wait an hour to get a seating to place a meal but we were outside in the front drinking cider and talking to pass the time. It got to the point that it was extremely annoying that we just wanted to walk out. This isn't a really famous restaurant so why did we have to wait that long to get a seating?? After that it was a further 45 minute wait for our food and for the price we are paying.... it wasn't a lot. Fine dining at its best! Ha, and the cooks look like they were having a good time working at a normal pace. This is the first time I've seen cooks relaxed at work. Your not here for the food, your here for the cider, socialising, being outdoors and the view. If your not one to wait and is impatient I recommend that you don't come here or at least have a try before you definitely say no to this place. I must say those, on a good sunny day, this place is great for the views.

    We were already fans of this cider, having discovered it at several wine festivals over the past…read morefew years. Obviously they've come leaps and bounds, because Flying Cider now has their own beautiful restaurant/bar on the Bellarine Highway. They have some selections on tap that you can't get anywhere else - we tried a ginger and chill infused cider that was *excellent* - but their basics are all pretty darn great too. (Nice crisp and dry - no over-saturation of sweetness here = my kind of cider). Inside looks like a great space for lunch, and outside a plush green lawn and tables makes it easy to enjoy a glass of great cider in the sun.

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