Operator Frankston Café Buenta 52 Young Street, Frankston T: 9770 5544
Description Located in the heart of Frankston, opposite the train station, Café Buenta is well known for great coffee and all day breakfast. Café is fully licensed. Open: Monday to Friday 6am – 4pm. Saturday 7am – 2pm. Closed Sunday.
Conveniently located on Nepean Highway, experience dim sum with real oriental flavour at Cosy & Tasty. Relaxed dining with a wonderful menu including traditional handmade dumplings. Open 5pm – 10pm every day. Sunday also open FRANKSTON for lunch 12-3pm. Choose from a light, café style lunch menu or just coffee and Cracked Pepper Restaurant cake, Cracked Pepper is the ideal lunch destination. The 183 Cranbourne Road, dinner menu offers pizza, pasta and burgers. Open til late for Frankston coffee, cake, cocktails. Lunch available 7 days from T: 9783 2288 12pm–2pm and dinner from 6pm-9pm. An award-winning cafe bringing to Frankston an abundance Eeny Meeny of quirky character and exceptional service in a unique retro 96 Young Street, Frankston setting. Excellent coffee, deliciously creative food and a T: 8774 4236 gorgeous courtyard oasis with a relaxed and friendly vibe. Open every day 8am-3pm. Food Star Family Restaurant in Frankston provides fresh and Food Star tasty 'all you can eat' buffet style dining. Ranging from 315 Nepean Highway, Chinese cuisine to seafood and salad dishes. Open daily for Frankston lunch 11.30am-3pm, dinner Sunday to Thursday 5.30-10pm, T: 9770 0122 Friday and Saturday 5.30-10.30pm Located in a beautiful waterfront setting and serving modern Frankston Waterfront Restaurant Australian cuisine. Catering for groups and kids, with outdoor 2 Kananook Creek Blvd seating, waiter service and take away available. Open daily. Frankston Breakfast 7am-12pm, Lunch 12pm-3.30pm, Dinner 5.30pmT: 9770 0070 late Cosy & Tasty Dumplings 489 Nepean Highway Frankston T: 9783 6668
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Frankston Operator Frankston RSL 183 Cranbourne Road Frankston T: 9783 2288 Fratelli Pizza e’ Pasta 227 Cranbourne Road Frankston T: 9776 5277 Geonbae – Korean BBQ Restaurant 4 Kananook Creek Blvd Frankston T: 9783 9067
Description Embark on a wonderful dining experience at Frankston RSL. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner in the Four Seasons Bistro. Fantastic promotions every day, member discounts and a designated kids’ playroom. Affordable, quality meals. Open for lunch from 12pm-2pm and dinner 5.30pm-8.30pm. Offering fresh modern Italian dishes with traditional Italian values. The perfect venue for any occasion, offering great specials every weeknight. Open Mon-Sun 11am-10pm with takeaway & delivery available every day from 5pm. Geonbae Korean BBQ restaurant overlooks the Frankston foreshore and utilises the traditional method of barbequing various marinated meats at your table on a built in gas grill. Take away available. Open Monday to Sunday 11am-11pm.
Grand Hotel Frankston 499 Nepean Highway, Frankston T: 9783 7388
The bistro menu at the Grand Hotel offers a range of salad and seafood, pasta and risotto, a kids menu and great value senior’s menu. There is also an array of weekly specials to choose from. Open from 12pm for lunch and 5.30pm for dinner 7 days a week.
Hog’s Breath Cafe Shop 4, Starzone Karingal, 197 Karingal Drive, Frankston T: 9789 2888
Located in the Karingal Starzone precinct, Hog’s Breath provide quality food and beverage services in an informal, yet comfortable environment with an overriding friendly, party atmosphere. Open from 11.30am til 9.30pm daily.
La Porchetta - Frankston 436 Nepean Highway, Frankston T: 9770 0885 Ling Wah Chinese Restaurant 428 Nepean Highway, Frankston T: 9781 5101 McClelland Gallery Café 390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin T: 9789 1671
La Porchetta Italian restaurant uses only the best quality ingredients to make their famous pizza and pasta, as well as a great range of meat, poultry and seafood dishes. An ideal spot for a family meal. Open for lunch and dinner MondayThursday 12pm-10pm and Friday-Sunday, 11.30am-10pm. Enjoy traditionally made Chinese dishes, using original ingredients and methods. A very relaxed and family friendly environment with exceptional service. Open for lunch Monday-Saturday 12-2.30pm, dinner Monday-Wednesday 510pm, dinner Thursday-Sunday 5-11pm. Visitors can enjoy the McClelland Gallery Café for brunch, lunch or afternoon tea. Overlooking a beautiful lake and spectacular sculptures, the café offers elegant seasonal menus ranging from soups, focaccias and baguettes to hearty meals. Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-4.30pm
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Mr. Frank’s Café South East Water Building 101 Wells St, Frankston T: 0418 850 500
Taste with a beautiful view. Affordable café menu including fresh cut sandwiches and rolls, pastries, pies, salads, slices and cakes. Try our Monte special bar blend coffee for a rich smooth full body flavour.
One Pear Tree Café 372 Nepean Highway Frankston T: 9781 0077
One Pear Tree has all day breakfast and lunch from 11.30am. Enjoy super food bowls, a gourmet beef burger or veggie power salad. Dine indoors or out and find out why everyone is talking about One Pear Tree Café!
Phoenix Restaurant 2/197 Karingal Drive, Frankston T: 9789 7722
Phoenix Restaurant is located in the Karingal Starzone Entertainment Complex and specialise in Chinese cuisine. Fully licensed (BYO wine only). Open daily for lunch from 11.30am-3pm and dinner 5pm-10pm Sunday-Thursday and 5pm-10.30pm Friday and Saturday.
Sofias Frankston 5 Pier Promenade, Frankston Frankston Waterfront T: 9781 3303
The home of homemade pizza and pasta Sofia’s bistro restaurant is right on the waterfront. Affordable family-style dining with an emphasis on Italian cuisine. Fully licensed and BYO. The kiosk also offers ice creams and takeaway. Open 7 days a week. May - October 10am til late. November - April 9am til late.
Southside Social 433 Nepean Highway, Frankston
Boasting a large outdoor terrace and unique design, Southside Social is the Peninsula’s newest hotspot specialising in American gourmet burgers, fancy fries and spiked shakes. Open daily from 11am-11pm.
Taggarts Café, Restaurant & Bar 389 Nepean Highway, Frankston T: 9781 3444
Vibrant café, restaurant and bar located on the ground floor of the Best Western Frankston International Motel. Innovative dishes using local suppliers. Continental buffet and cooked breakfast open to the public daily 6.30am–10am and dinner Monday-Saturday 6pm–9.30pm. Bar open Monday-Saturday from 5pm.
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The Beach Nook Café 1 Long Island Drive, Frankston T: 0404 871 328
Located right on sand next to the Frankston Surf Life Saving Club. Coffees, milkshakes, fruit and vegetable smoothies, spiders, toasties, snacks and streets ice creams. Opening hours are weather dependant.
The Cheeky Squire 510 Nepean Hwy, Frankston T: 9793 7255
The Cheeky Squire honours the legacy of James Squire by celebrating a love of quality craft beers matched with modern pub food, made with top local produce from the Mornington Peninsula. The Cheeky Squire is the perfect spot for an after-work drink or meal. Open every day for lunch and dinner from 11am.
The Deck 2-4 Davey Street, Frankston T: 9783 1003
Frankston’s newest meeting place serving a rotating tapas menu with stunning views over the bay. With live music and DJ’s, large screens for sports events, a cosy open fireplace and a fine selection of wines. The kitchen is open from 12pm-10pm Wednesday to Sunday.
Waves on the Beach 1/1N Long Island Drive, Frankston T: 9770 0000
Experience waterfront dining and panoramic views over Port Phillip Bay. Sit back and enjoy the atmosphere and great food in a light, modern and relaxed environment. Open every day for lunch and dinner from 11am.
Tooradin La Casa Sawtellis 129 South Gippsland Hwy, Tooradin T: 5992 3837
La Casa Sawtellis family restaurant combines relaxed, comfortable dining with beautiful artworks and murals. Enjoy gourmet weekend breakfasts, wood fired pizza or the burger feast menu with homemade sauces just to mention a few. Fully licenced and available for weddings or birthday parties.
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Bear & Cub Café 37 Armstrongs Road, Seaford T: 0432 653 527
Bear & Cub Café is new to Armstrong Street in Seaford but is already known for some of the best coffee in the area. Drop in for a tasty treat with your coffee, breakfast or brunch - our menu has a focus on wholesome food and includes toasties, fajitas, smoothies, fresh pastries and more. Open Mon & Tues 6-11am, Wed-Fri 6am-3pm, Sat & Sun 8am to 3pm
Crackerjack Waterfront Cafe 4/1N Nepean Highway, Seaford T: 9772 5757
Experience waterfront dining and magnificent panoramic views over Port Phillip Bay whilst enjoying great food in a modern and relaxed environment. Catering available for corporate events, special occasions and weddings. Open for breakfast and lunch 7 days from 8am. Open for dinner from 5pm Friday and Saturday. Fully Licensed.
Dainton Family Brewery 560 Frankston-Dandenong Road, Carrum Downs T: 9775 0334
A family owned brewery opened in 2016. The Dainton Tap House has a dining area with rotating food truck calendar, mezzanine area overlooking the brew house and a beer garden. Enjoy hand crafted Dainton beer alongside special guest beers from 12 custom made taps. Open Thurs/Fri 12pm-10.30pm & Sat/Sun 12pm-6pm.
Spanish Bar 20 Station Street, Seaford T: 8712 5268
Spanish Bar is a unique, cosy space located next to Kananook Creek in Seaford. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a selection of authentic Spanish food, tapas, desserts and cocktails. Thursday evenings enjoy live acoustic Flamenco music. Open 7 days: 7am-11pm.
The Seaford Hotel 365 Frankston-Dandenong Road, Seaford T: 8770 5999
The Seaford Hotel offers a family-friendly bistro with all of your pub favourites, kids’ meals and regular specials to keep the whole family happy! There are also great value meals available in the Public and Sports bars all day every day. Bistro hours are 12pm-2.30pm and 5.30pm-9pm 7 days a week.
Bangholme The Craft & Co Farm 170 Riverend Road, Bangholme T: 9773 4880
The Craft & Co Farm is a 40 acre winery, café, cellar door and farm site. As a sister to our "city" venue, the Farm will be growing grapes, hops, veggies/herbs and livestock for our own in-house wine, beer, spirits, cured meats and various produce. Open Thursday - Sunday, 8am-5pm
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Mornington Operator Eighteen78 at Brooklands 99 Tanti Avenue, Mornington T: 5973 9200 Mornington Peninsula Brewery 72 Watt Road, Mornington T: 5976 3663
Description Seasonal dishes and a delicious breakfast menu is served Monday- Friday 6.30-9.30am and weekends and public holidays from 7.30-10am. From 6-9pm Monday-Saturday evenings, you can choose from 3, 5 or 7 courses and wine matching is available. Bookings essential. The Brewery Bar has 8 beers on tap, local wines and traditional style wood-fired pizzas. Walk-in venue, no bookings required. Brewery tours are available every Saturday from 4pm. Open Thursday-Friday 3pm-11pm, Saturday 12pm til late and Sunday 12pm-7pm.
Mount Martha Volpino 2/42 Lochiel Avenue, Mount Martha T: 5974 4435
Inspired by the Mediterranean, expect to find a delectable seafood paella, handmade gnocchi, wholesome wood-fired pizzas or a whole chargrilled fish. But don’t get too attached as the menu changes daily on the availability of fresh and quality produce. Open daily 12pm til late.
Dromana Stillwater at Crittenden 25 Harrisons Road, Dromana T: 5981 9555 Hickinbotham of Dromana 194 Nepean Highway (Near Wallaces Road), Dromana T: 5981 0355
Nestled at the foot of Red Hill within the acclaimed Crittenden Estate is Stillwater, a modern vineyard restaurant. Open for lunch 7 days between November and March (from April to October lunch is Wednesday-Sunday). Open for dinner Friday and Saturday nights throughout the year. Hickinbotham of Dromana is all about great wine and beer, fresh local food and a relaxed atmosphere. With our cobbled brick floor, warm open fireplace, live music, rustic surrounds and stunning views, relaxation comes easily. Open daily from 11am to 5pm.
Flinders The Deck Bar and Bistro at Flinders Hotel Corner Cook and Woods Street, Flinders T: 5989 0201
The Deck Bar and Bistro, with both indoor and outdoor dining areas, is the perfect meeting place for family and friends. Experience the relaxed, casual atmosphere, complete with friendly service, whilst enjoying pub food at its best! Open daily from 11am-11pm.
Georgie Bass Café & Cookery Flinders Hotel , Corner Cook and Woods Street, Flinders T: 5989 0031
Georgie Bass Café & Cookery is passionate about fresh, regionally-sourced produce, boasting all-day, casual alfresco dining. Seasonal cooking classes in our state of the art Miele kitchen – bookings essential. Open daily.
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Green Olive at Red Hill 1180 Mornington-Flinders Road, Main Ridge T: 5989 2992
On a visit to Green Olive you can enjoy coffee from beans roasted on site, savour the smell of herbs and spices as they roast, enjoy homemade sausages or tapas dishes and even take a small taste of the farm home with you. October-April open 9am-5pm daily and May-September open 9am-5pm from Wednesday-Sunday.
Mock Orchards 1103 Mornington-Flinders Road, Red Hill T: 9770 0000
Mock Red Hill’s Cider Lounge is a unique cellar door space offering sensory tasting experiences. After enjoying a tasting, kick back and relax with a cold cider and cheese plate, made from locally grown produce, cheeses and their very own dried fruit range. Open Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 11am-4pm. Open 7 days DecemberJanuary.
Polperro Bistro 150 Red Hill Road, Red Hill T: 5989 2471
Polperro Bistro’s incorporate seasonal harvests from the estate into a constantly evolving bistro cuisine. The simple yet stylish menu has a French, contemporary flavour which can be matched with one of the Even Keel or Polperro Estate wines. Open for lunch from 12pm-4pm Thursday-Monday and dinner 6pm-late Friday-Saturday.
Red Hill Brewery 88 Shoreham Road, Red Hill T: 5989 2959
Share in the passion for beer in a relaxed, rustic bush setting amidst the hop vines. A modern, casual BBQ is available for lunch from their pop-up kitchen on weekends. Light lunches featuring local produce and cheese plates are available on Fridays. No bookings are needed. Open Friday-Sunday from 11am-6pm.
The Epicurean Red Hill 165 Shoreham Road, Red Hill South T: 5989 4000
Our ‘cucina’ style restaurant has a gourmet, Italian-inspired menu showcasing the best local produce of the Mornington Peninsula. With relaxed dining and wood fired pizza. We also offer a great take away menu with wood fired pizza, pasta, risotto and kids meals.
The Pig & Whistle Tavern 365 Purves Road, Main Ridge T: 5989 6130
The popular Pig & Whistle Tavern, nestled in the hills, has long been a favourite watering hole for locals and visitors alike. Shaded by tall trees, surrounded by lavender and roses, the Beer Garden is the ideal place to sit and relax with a cool drink, enjoy the view and the company of friends. Open 7 days a week from 12pm to close for lunch and dinner.
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