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Saigon Allee
Price: Moderate•Vietnamese•4.7(19)Enjoy a modern twist to Vietnamese cuisine in an industrial style restaurant, in the heart of the restaurant precinct of an historical and picturesque town. Modern Vietnamese Restaurant in BallaratMeigas
Price: Moderate•Spanish•4.7(484)Meigas, a Spanish establishment located in Ballarat, is a must-visit for foodies seeking a delectable dining experience. The establishment boasts a cozy and lively atmosphere, complete with Latin music that transports diners to a tapas bar in Barcelona. The interior design is quirky and eclectic, with vintage artifacts adorning the walls. Prices are reasonable, making it accessible to a wide range of customers. Reservations are essential, as the place is always packed.
The menu features a variety of Spanish dishes, including marinated olives, peppers with goat cheese, potatas bravas with chorizo, Spanish omelette, spinach and cheese croquettes, fried sardines, meatballs in almond sauce, and pulpo galicia. The paella is a must-try, but be sure to call ahead to avoid the 45-minute wait. The sangria is refreshing, and the Spanish hot chocolate is creamy and rich.
Market Hotel Ballarat
Price: Moderate•Pub•4.2(32)The Market Hotel is your new friendly neighbourhood Ballarat pub and restaurant. We've recently undergone a full renovation and we're excited to show off our awesome new vibe.
Grab a seat in our beer garden and soak up the sun while you dive into our fresh new menu. Thirsty? We've got you covered with a vast range of beers on tap. And for the sports enthusiasts, we've got two pool tables and a front bar with large screen tvs to keep you entertained.
We have 2 function rooms now available for bookings for private functions. Contact us for more info.
We are happy to provide full disability access for all patrons at The Market Hotel & Pub Ballarat. We have a ramp fitted at the front door which allows same level access to the entire venu.
Cheers to good times at the Market Hotel - your Ballarat Pub Experience!Flying Horse
Price: Moderate•Bistro•4.3(225)Located 5 mins minutes from Ballarat CBD the Flying Horse Entertainment Venue offers a 120 seat bistro with a new look menu including a $21 senior menu, kids menu, state of the art kids play space and function facilities. Available 7 days a week.
Offering ample parking facilities from small to large vehicles including buses with front door access for motorised scooters and wheelchairs.
With TAB, KENO and Live Entertainment the Flying Horse offers a safe and friendly environment for families and friends to enjoy, any day of the week.
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- DDavidVIPVictoria •3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat food and excellent service. Pancho never disappoints.More infoPanchoPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Ballarat•4.8
- MMaxVictoria •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoFantastic mixed tapas plates along with the paella for 5 people at a work function. The paella rounded it off nicely and meant we couldn't try the churros, but there's always a next time. Wait staff were brilliant and engaging. Nothing was too much trouble. Try it, you won't be disappointed!More infoMeigasPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Ballarat•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerVictoria •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoGreat food and service. Menu variety good, should suit mostMore infoThe Hydrant Food HallPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Ballarat•4.5
- SSimoneVictoria •1 review5.0Dined on 1 Mar 2025Yummy fresh food. Great flavours. Quick professional service. Great service.More infoSaigon AlleePrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Ballarat•4.7
- AAdamVictoria •1 review5.0Dined on 28 Feb 2025I went here for date night the customer service was outstanding also the food was incredible overall a great evening experience my only gripe is that customers need to be informed that they have to pay for water when offered which was a surprise maybe offer tap water or be made aware that the water has a price overall a great night.More infoDyers Steak StablePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Ballarat•4.9
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The best reviewed restaurant in Ballarat is Renard
The best vegan restaurants in Ballarat are Pancho, Johnny Alloo and Tin Roof Ballarat
The best vegetarian restaurants in Ballarat are Pancho, Meigas and Saigon Allee
The restaurants with the best service in Ballarat are Renard, Hotel Canberra and Nerrina Bar & Restaurant
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Ballarat are Renard, Nerrina Bar & Restaurant and Terrace Restaurant (Race Night Dining)
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