Restaurants & Cafes

The quality of dining in Daylesford, Hepburn Springs, Creswick, Trentham, and Clunes belies that which you might expect to find in a regional setting. Here, top chefs vie to create the most memorable culinary experiences, and their pride is evident in the exquisite flavours and intricate presentation.

From quaint cafes nestled in charming villages to chic eateries and hatted dining rooms in our larger towns, every establishment reflects the region's passion for good food. Savour the finest local produce, marvel at the creative execution, and revel in the heartfelt hospitality as you explore Hepburn Shire's exceptional dining scene.

Bad Habits Cafe

Bad Habits Café, inside The Convent Daylesford, is truly a feast for all the senses The stunning high, glass fronted atrium, striking turquoise walls, peaceful...

Bistro Terroir

We are a neighbourhood French bistro. Your place to savour beautiful French food, together with a carefully selected drinks range. The quick rendezvous.

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Join Black Cat Truffles during the truffle season from June to August for A 'Truffle Hunt & Taste of Truffles Experience' - an invitation to...

Captains Creek Organic Wines

Captains Creek rises on a mixed organic farm at Blampied, near Daylesford, at the foot of Kangaroo Hills.

Chocolate Mill

Located seven kilometres north of Daylesford, Chocolate Mill is in a straw-bale building, designed and built by the original owners.

Cliffy's Emporium

Back in the 1950s, Cliffy Hauser’s general store in Daylesford was famous for an extraordinary range of produce, groceries and farm supplies.

Daylesford Cider Company

A warm welcome awaits you at Daylesford Cider Company.

Farmers Arms Daylesford Hotel

The Farmers Arms offers a perfect blend of country charm combined with a sophisticated menu, extensive wine list and professional service.

Hepburn Pavilion Café

Built in 1908, this Edwardian heritage-listed building has long been a meeting place in Hepburn Springs.

Hepburn Springs Brewing Co.

An independent Brewery and Taproom in the heart of Hepburn Springs, Victoria, creating a range of award winning craft beers. From our core range to...

Kadota

Kadota is a warm and inviting restaurant located in picturesque Daylesford, where lovingly crafted Japanese flavours are carefully produced using seasonal local artisan ingredients. Omotenashi...

Lake House Restaurant

The Lake House team deliver beautiful, cutting edge, seasonal food matched with an internationally acclaimed wine list.

Le Peche Gourmand

Le Péché Gourmand boulangerie – patisserie is a French small bakery-pastry shop in the heart of the Goldfields in Creswick, Victoria.

Maze House

Maze House is a new outdoor attraction located on the Midland Highway 12 kilometres from Daylesford and 12 kilometres from Creswick.

Overwrought Sculpture Garden and Gallery

Overwrought have been producing unique Australian metalwork for over eight years and have recently opened their own sculpture garden and gallery.

Pig & Whistle Hotel Trentham East

Lurking in the luscious paddocks on a quiet corner of Trentham East is a hidden gem - The Pig and Whistle Hotel.

Sault Restaurant

Sault Restaurant is set behind a playing fountain in a beautiful two-storey country house, Sault Restaurant gives visitors the impression they are deep within the...

The Boathouse Restaurant at Lake Daylesford

Located on the banks of our Lake Daylesford and with exquisite water views from any vantage point, The Boathouse Restaurant offers a sophisticated venue for...

Tuki Restaurant

French Chef Victorien Blain invites you to a Sunday Roast at Tuki restaurant. Take in the 70km view across th e Loddon campaspe Valley whilst...

Wombat Forest Vineyard

Wombat Forest Winery is a surprise package nestled in the Wombat Forest at Denver.

Wombat Hill House

Alla Wolf-Tasker and team welcome you to Wombat Hill House Cafe for simple food, sourced locally wherever possible and served in one of Daylesford's most...