Where to Eat

From cosy cafés to charming country pubs, there are plenty of food options to choose from in Woodend.

NB: Cafes/restaurants may change their opening hours. Please check beforehand or call to make a reservation. Let the cafes know that you’re here for the festival!

Bourkies Bakehouse – open every day, cakes, pies, drinks, coffee and sandwiches.

115 High Street, Woodend

P: 03 5427 2486

Holgate Brewhouse – a top spot for locally crafted brews, enjoy elevated pub food beside the roaring fireplace in the dining room or try a tasting paddle in the Taproom, open daily for lunch and dinner.

79 High Street, Woodend

P: 03 5427 2510

The Victoria Hotel – cosy up to the double sided fire place in the large bistro (ideal for large groups) or enjoy a local drop in the adjoined Rock and Wombat Bar. Open 7 days, 12pm-late. Bookings advised. 

67 High Street, Woodend

P: 03 5427 2721

Kuzu Izakaya – Japanese fine dining, this is Woodend’s most exclusive dining option, bookings must be made well in advance.

42D Anslow Street, Woodend

P: 03 4417 7804

Maison Maloa – this cosy café and gift shop is a great option for breakfast and lunch, open daily. 

95 High Street, Woodend

P: 03 5427 1608

Paysanne – a locals favourite, the go to spot for breakfast, coffee, cakes, lunches.

112 High Street, Woodend

03 5427 1133

Las Margaritas – this Mexican restaurant and bar is the newest addition to Woodend’s food scene.

81 High Street, Woodend

P: 0499 981 657

The Milko – a great spot for coffee, pastries, toasties and light meals, lots of great vegan options too.

118-126 High Street, Woodend

P: 03 5427 2274

Fox in the Chamber – one of Woodend’s most popular coffee spots, offering delicious pastries and light meals.

90 High Street, Woodend

P: 0456 778 664

Super Lekker – where to go for tasty take-away burgers

2/99 High Street, Woodend

P: 5417 6125

Sizzler Restobar – authentic Indian cuisine with a modern twist.

1&2/80 High St, Woodend

P: 5427 4413

Khao Jao Thai Restaurant – located across the road from St Ambrose Church, serving up all your Thai favourites for dinner.

17 Templeton Street, Woodend

P: 5427 4852

Double Eight Chinese Restaurant – a centrally located restaurant offering dine in or takeaway Chinese.

78 High Street, Woodend

P: 5427 1600

Vespa’s Bistro – a relaxed pizza and pasta restaurant, offering dine in or take-away.

115 High Street, Woodend

P: 5427 2940

Noodle Dynasty – cheap and cheerful take-away noodles and Asian cuisine.

9/130 High Street, Woodend

P: 03 5427 4880

Woodend Kitchen – the go to place for fish and chips.

115 High Street, Woodend

P: 03 5427 3767

Woodend Ice Cream – hot chocolate, crullers (donuts), ice-cream and more.

97A High Street, Woodend

P: 03 5407 9061

Woodend Wine Store – open daily for wine, craft beer to take to enjoy at home. A great spot for picking up a local drop.

42 Anslow Street, Woodend

P: 03 5427 2228

Hanging Rock Cafe – a café at the base of Hanging Rock, a leisurely 5-minute drive from Woodend. Enjoy a coffee or lunch after exploring this iconic site.

139 South Rock Road, Woodend

P: 03 5427 0295