The Central Hotel Bistro
The Central Hotel’s bistro with stunning views is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy. The bistro menu and daily specials provide something for everyone including fresh, local produce and local seafood when in season. Gluten free and vegetarian options are also available. The wine list has an abundant selection of local, national […]
Off The Wharf Cafe
Off The Wharf Seafood Café is defined by its commitment to quality and sustainability. 100% of the seafood served is Australian-caught, with a significant proportion sourced directly from local vessels operating in Bass Strait and landed metres from the café. This hyper-local supply chain ensures the unmatched freshness of seafood. Often it’s only a matter […]
Boatshed Food and Wine
Boatshed Food and Wine is the first wine bar of its type in Lakes Entrance. When you visit them, you will experience the benefits of premium service that only family run businesses can offer. Try their unique, direct from the producer, hand sourced wine collection. It’s extensive. They are also well known for their food, […]
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 […]
Bones
Bones General offers a relaxed café and modern general store experience inspired by the traditional neighbourhood milk bar. Visitors can enjoy simple, seasonal food, quality coffee, and a curated selection of locally sourced produce and goods. The space encourages a slower pace, where guests can browse, eat, and connect in a welcoming, community-focused setting. Bones […]
Big Bears Donuts
Big Bears Donuts serve filled and decorated donuts, made fresh each day in the shop. With over 25 flavours made each day, there’s something for everyone at Big Bears Donuts. Check out their Facebook page for their specials.
The Slipway Lakes Entrance
Looking for the perfect spot to relax with the whole family? Slipway is a fun and welcoming waterfront precinct in the heart of Lakes Entrance, where great food, local flavour and creativity come together. Kids will love the milkshakes from Gippsland Jersey’s cheerful dairy kiosk, while grown-ups can enjoy craft beers from Sailors Grave Brewing […]
Sodafish
Nick Mahlook ex-Atlantic, Stokehouse, has 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 showcases the best the region has to offer, sharing the wharf with the Lakes Entrance fishing fleet means very […]
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 […]
