This pub wasn't too bad, and in fact I'd probably consider it to be a railway pub. The reason for…read morethat is because it isn't too far from the local railway station, and while there does happen to be a freeway between the pub and a station, the government has kindly built a walkway across it to make it much easier to get to the pub from the train. It is fairly new, and it also has a couple of craft beers available, which is another one of those things that I particularly like. Yeah, this pub was actually pretty good.

absolutely beautiful service from Clare our host we ordered…read moreSoup cashew stir fry fish and chips everything is so delicious and well presented every time we come here we absolutely enjoyed everything

It hasn't got a pub feeling like one you would see normally, but the food is amazingly cooked. The…read morestaff are amazingly nice and friendly, and caters for hungrier kids aswell. 100% would come back :)

The first time I came here I literally turned around a walked straight back to the car to go and…read morelook for someplace else to go and have a drink. The place really didn't seem to be one of those pubs that I felt all that comfortable in. I have since revisited it a couple of times but still don't particularly like it, especially since it was a thirty minute walk from where I used to live. It is basically one of those Zagame restaurants so expect there to be this huge, flashy, family restaurant, and a pokies room and sports bar out the back. While the balcony does have a decent view of Edwardes Lake, it wasn't enough to make it one of those pubs that I would visit for a quiet beer - especially since there were much better pubs that were easier to reach.

The Carlton locals are bloody lucky to have a venue like Cure so close by. I would say 'Damn you,…read moreCarlton!' but I'm lucky enough to be one of these jerks. I can't imagine any person not enjoying a night out at Cure. How can you not like; * An extensive wine list * Cheese platters * Homemade pate and lamb rillettes * Cured meats * Original cocktails and all the classics * Cosy Atmosphere * Staff that know what they're doing and love it Seriously. I DARE you to go there and have a bad night.

It never ceases to amaze me how many good bars are to found as you leave the centre of the city…read more Heading down Rathdowne you'll have staggered past the Melbourne Museum and hit a boring little intersection. Once over that it's past a nice bar, a nice bar, an asian takeaway and BAM! an even nicer bar! Not only bar but also serving a wicked selection of cheeses and cured meats, along with a wicked menu, Cure is a rather new creation by people who must certainly known exactly what they're doing. Their extensive lists of wine and cheese are perfectly matched, and well stocked enough in all the right places. The space is cute without being claustrophobic, with many choosing to sit at the bar and converse art and poetry with a bar tender or too (a little wanky but when it looks this good I suppose you can get away with it). Topping it all off? An M-Bomb-ing Chandelier!

This place was pretty crowded when we stopped by, but maybe that has something to do with it pretty…read moremuch being the only decent cafe in Bacchus Marsh, or it could also be that everybody wanted to get out of Melbourne for a time. Still, despite the crowds, it was actually a pretty cool cafe, which is probably why everybody was trying to cram in here. The tea was pretty good, and the staff quite helpful. Oh, and the food was great as well.

There are rumours abound that Bacchus Marsh has a dearth of decent coffee shops and modern menus…read more I'm here to tell you it's not true. Back Black Espresso Bar was once a house that has been turned into a cafe. You can be seated one of three rooms, or outside. Sitting in one of the front two rooms gives a feeling of visiting a friend's home, a posh friend who has a cook and staff, that is. I've been here a few times for breakfast and have a favourite in 'Getting Figgy with it': sourdough toast topped with fig chutney, Meredith Farm Goats feta and a generous serving of bacon. A great mix of sweet, salty and the unmistakable tang of goats cheese for a well balanced and very filling meal. A close 2nd favourite is the french toast which can come plain, with maple and bacon or a sweet offering of lemon curd, edible flowers and icecream. The latter I am yet to try but my dining companion assured me it was pretty amazing. The coffee is excellent - I'm now a straight-up espresso drinker, no milk or sugar to spoil the purity of the pour - and I can say this is some of the best coffee I've had. Sorry that it's not on commute route otherwise I'd be a daily visitor.

I was in town for a friend's wedding, and he's a chef. He let me know that this was one of his…read morefavorite spots, and if I had the chance to dine there before I left Melbourne, that I should try. What a wonderful experience. Russell took care of me and offered some recommendations. A really lovely meal from start to finish, with my standouts being the tomatoes with sourdough crumbs in a heavy cream, and the chicken skin with whipped anchovies. Amazing wine selection, and some good mocktails for the non-drinkers.

Really interesting and tasty food, pleasant service, but the awful, unsophisticated, and terribly…read moreloud music loses them 2 stars. Really doesnt go with the expected ambience of a wine bar, invokes stress not relaxation, and totally spoils the experience. And terrible for the staff. Fifteen minutes or more of that level of noise will be causing damage to everyone there so it's an OH&S issue. It's a level of noise that would not be permitted in a factory without ear protection. I dont understand how these double standards can be allowed to persist

I really don't get to this place as often as I would like, but I guess it's because it is a little…read morebit out of my way (though not a huge amount). The thing I love about this place is the huge beer garden out the back, which even has undercover areas for times when it is pelting down with rain. They even have a barbeque, but I doubt you can just come here with your own meat and start cooking it up. The inside is pretty cool as well, and they even have trivia nights (not that I have ever participated in one). Oh, I also recently discovered that they also have a happy hour, which is also pretty cool. I've got to come here more often.

Not quite the old school pokey local, not as fancy as a gastro pub…read more There are a few different sitting areas to choose from, we had a table of 12 and very comfortably sat together (albeit under the Telly with the footy going). Strong local presence to take advantage of the lunch specials on offer while chilling with the Sunday arvo game. Quite a few of us got the Parma, I had the torpedo calamari out of curiosity (so named of the shape! Felt a bit silly having to google it). The meals were generous in serving size, especially considering the price. A good section of craft beers, you can even buy a stein to take home. Not many wines on offer, but it is a beer establishment after all. Big beer garden out the back, also a pool table inside available. Serviceable and fit for purpose as a friendly local.

We chose this because we just wanted a nice, casual place to eat on a Sunday night but one that had…read morea great choice on the menu, and in that regard, they delivered. You go to your table, choose what you want to eat and go up to order. We did notice food was coming out fairly quickly, but also seemingly randomly considering the way we saw people go up to order. Our meal took way longer than expected, but it was enjoyable when it finally came. The chicken kiev was perfectly golden brown on the outside and the fries were great, and while the rice was lovely, I didn't feel it fit the meal. With that said, everyone liked their meal and I'd come back here again for another casual meal be it lunch or dinner. They have their own on site parking out the back, or there's plenty out front. The food is well priced and the service is friendly enough. Give this a go!

This pub wasn't too bad, but it was basically one of those suburban pubs that did have a bit of…read morecharm, but not too much. I personally liked it actually, though I suspect that it was because the service wasn't bad, they had some good beers available, and there was a beer garden out the back. While it might not be one of those pubs that really stands out in my mind, it is still a rather pleasant place, and it certainly isn't like the pubs out in my area. Having good beers on tap also helps quite a lot, and this pub certainly succeeded in this regard.

We were tired after traveling all day so having an open restaurant was helpful…read more Although the motel around it is rather dated the restaurant has nice windows and light during the day. We agreed a chicken parmigiana and it was very solid. Missy impressive were the chips (French fries) that were very hot and crispy even though we were the last folks seated.

Excellent, a big surprise. I had a Starter of Peking Duck Wellington , Main Reef & Beef, the…read morequality was well beyond the normal pub style fare. Great wine selection. The lighting was a bit bright that's the ONLY possible criticism. Well done complements to the chief.