Best Wine Bars in Waurn Ponds

We reserved a table for Melbourne Cup Day. The food, service and setting were fantastic! The atmosphere was really upbeat and other patrons were friendly too. Will definitely be back!

The meatball spaghetti and the mushroom ravioli were both outstanding. There was nothing I'd change about either dish. We both had great wines to go with them. It's a place I'll go out of my way to recommend.

Wonderful food and great value! Excellent ambiance, and the service was amazing, especially considering how busy it was being the unofficial Melbourne Cup long weekend! Highly recommend!

Fantome Wine Bar and Restaurant is an absolute Geelong gem. Selfishly I don't want too many people to know about it so it remains 'our place', but in reality it needs to be experienced by all. The food is French-inspired and divine, with a range to suit all tastes. This is fine dining but with generous portions and fabulous prices. Owner Amber is the perfect host as she offers thoughtful notes to the very extensive drinks list (there is even a cocktail with camembert!), and sets about making every guest comfortable and happy. The crockery and stemware is just as eclectic and lush as the whole establishment's luxurious, central CBD setting. This place is through the roof with ambience! With such attention to detail from Amber and her team, you will experience comfortable periods between courses - there's no rushing to get you out the door here - creating the perfect opportunity to engage with fellow guests and the glorious drinks menu. We'll be back again... and again. Do it!

Service was spot on, food was superb! Couldn't ask for better!