Crudo Wine and Provisions

Crudo is a Mediterranean-inspired providore and wine store nestled downstairs at Sodafish in the heart of Lakes Entrance. Visit them to discover a selection of quality Deli items, artisan goods and curated wines on offer including daily baked sourdough focaccia, tin loaf and pizza, along with fresh made pasta, take home meals, lunch items, premium […]

Albert and Co

Albert and Co is situated in the heart of Lakes Entrance overlooking the stunning view of the fishing fleet and boats returning from sea. They love local produce and their main focus is on collaborating with East Gippsland producers and bringing their product to life in a dish. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner weekly, they […]

Pier 70

Pier 70 is the iconic watefront restaurant and bar in Paynesville, the boating capital of the Gippsland Lakes. Diners enjoy a relaxed, casual experience combined with quality of produce and service. Seafood, quality meats and fresh local produce are front and centre of a European influenced menu. Vegetarian and vegan diners are very welcome and […]

The Iron Vine Restaurant

The Iron Vine Restaurant, set along Bairnsdale’s historic Main Street, blends rustic charm with a refined, welcoming atmosphere. Exposed brickwork, timber accents and soft lighting create an inviting space that feels both intimate and vibrant. The menu is shaped by regional produce, celebrating the freshness of East Gippsland’s fields, waters and farms, while the bar […]

Sodafish

Sodafish is a seafood restaurant in Lakes Entrance that showcases the best the region has to offer. Nick Mahlook, ex-Atlantic, Stokehouse, returned to his hometown after 20 years and repurposed the old floating ferry cafe into a bona fide seafood restaurant upstairs, with takeaway fish and chips also available to order. Sodafish shares the wharf […]

Sailors Grave Brewing – Dunetown

Located in East Gippsland between Marlo and Cape Conran, Sailors Grave Brewing is a destination farmhouse brewery serving 16 beers on tap with a seasonal kitchen menu. Experience a taste of coastal life with every sip and bite at this unique brewery.

SARDINE Dining

Established in October 2017, Sardine Dining overlooks Raymond Island in Paynesville. The ever-changing, seafood-driven menu by award-winning chef, Mark Briggs compliments the beverage list of local and international wines and beers. Open for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Saturday, reservations are essential via the website. Sardine dining also offers a private dining room for groups […]

Grand Terminus Hotel

Experience Old World charm with a modern twist. A part of Bairnsdale since 1889, The Grand Terminus Hotel is where you’ll find warm hospitality, endearing character and past-meets-present beauty. They top the list when it comes to food, drinks, entertainment and accommodation. Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, they’ve got you covered for any […]

East Handy Store

A truly unique degustation dining experience that showcases the regional and seasonal produce of the East Gippsland through culinary creations to rival the country’s finest restaurants. Located in the residential streets of East Bairnsdale, the East Handy Store has breathed life into a once derelict and discarded milk bar to become a stylish, dark and […]

Aerial photograph of an estuary mouth where a Gippsland Lakes meets the ocean at Lakes Entrance, featuring a sandy beach and a long sandspit - The Ninety Mile Beach. The image shows jetties extending into the sea, lush green vegetation along the shoreline, and multiple channels of blue water weaving through low-lying islands and sandbanks.

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