Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

Name: Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes
Address: 150 Howards Rd, Wattle Flat, AU-VIC, Australia, 3352
Telephone: 0428 035 083
Price range: $101 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9

130 Reviews

$101 and over

Modern Australian

150 Howards Rd, Wattle Flat, AU-VIC 3352

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2 people

25 Apr 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for brunch

Discover Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes, an idyllic farm in Victoria's central highlands, a short 15-minute drive from Ballarat's CBD. Specialising in Black Perigord truffles in winter and tuber aestivum in summer, our sensory journey includes truffle experiences and cuisine by chef Liam Downes in our 24-seat restaurant and gardens.
Whether for a Friday long lunch or a three-hour truffle experience with a chef's degustation, our offerings cater to diverse preferences. Emphasizing a farm-to-plate philosophy, we prioritize ingredient sourcing from our farm and the local landscape. Join us for a culinary adventure, delighting in the freshest flavours of the season.
Our commitment to sustainability and local partnerships ensures each dish reflects the region. The lush landscapes surrounding our farm contribute to a truly immersive experience, inviting you to connect with nature and indulge in truffle-infused creations.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$101 and over
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Phone number
0428 035 083
Website
http://www.blackcattruffles.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
150 Howards Rd, Wattle Flat, AU-VIC 3352
Area
Wattle Flat
Parking details
Private Parking

Experiences

Chef's Selection
$90.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us on Friday afternoons for a meticulously curated degustation-style lunch that showcases the finest local produce. Designed for group enjoyment, our long lunch experience removes the guesswork from dining, allowing you to savour the highlights and nuances of our exceptional offerings. Indulge in a relaxed yet sophisticated culinary journey, perfect for those seeking a delightful and stress-free dining experience. This is designed for all groups but if the group is above 5 people, this will have to be compulsory.
Meredith Wine Tasting
$30.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us at Black Cat Truffles for an intimate tasting of Meredith Wines, one of our favourite local producers renowned for elegance and expressive cool-climate wines. This curated experience will take you on a journey through their finest selections, each glass showcasing the depth, balance, and terroir-driven character that define Meredith Wines. $30 per person for 4x 75ml pours | Limited availability | Reservations recommended *please book for the number of people attending and not just doing the tasting experience, credit cards will not be charged and all purchases will be finalised on the day.
Brunch
Multiple dates available
Indulge in the refined ambiance of the Black Cat Truffle gardens as you join us for an exquisite Sunday brunch experience. Delight in the culinary artistry of our ever-evolving seasonal A la carte brunch menu, complemented by the richness of coffee sourced from the esteemed Karon Farm. Elevate your brunch affair with our enticing bottomless option, allowing you to savor a choice of breakfast, artisanal coffee, and limitless mimosas.

What 130 people are saying

Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.9Value

Noise • Energetic

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Victoria
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Best Value
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Great for brunch
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Innovative
Victoria
Great for outdoor dining
Victoria
Modern Australian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes offers a "luxurious, creative, and perfectly executed" brunch menu with "excellent value for money." Guests rave about the "delicious brunch meals" and "friendly, knowledgeable staff." The venue's tranquil setting on a truffle farm complements the "beautiful food" and "amazing service," creating a "wonderful experience."

130 Reviews

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Cathy
Victoria9 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were welcomed by Taylor who settled us in and shared the history of Blackcat truffle restaurant and farming technique. We were introduced to Dot and Hugo, the two family pets who sniff out the truffles (when in season). Each course (6 courses) was delivered by Chef, Liam, who gave a description of seasonal foods used from local growers and suppliers. Beautiful food and presentation. Highly recommend the Black Cat dining experience.
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Carolyn
Victoria3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The autumn menu was spectacular, lunched at Black Cat Truffles to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Couldn't have asked for a more perfect day. Each course was crafted to perfection, with flavours and notes that were balanced, creative and inspired. We couldn't help but use our fingers to quietly clean our plates, but as Taylor said, 'no judgements here'. How could you not want to savour every last morsel. Can't wait for the winter menu!
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Lynne
Atlantic City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best breakfast ever! I can’t believe I waited this long to go. Eggs Benedict the best I’ve ever had. And that breakfast sausage - sensational.
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Louise
Victoria3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal at Black Cat, as usual. Liam and his team have such an interesting, luxurious, creative and perfectly executed breakfast/brunch menu. Perfect for a special occasion but priced only slightly more than a typical cafe breakfast. Excellent value for money. And lovely service headed by the polished Taylor.
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Debra
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous from start to finish! A special day and dining experience. We will be back.. and sharing this warm and wonderful place with our friends and family.
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Kylie
Victoria3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
delicious brunch meals and calm peaceful atmosphere. we’ll be back again soon. had a great time .
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julieR
Victoria2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The location is gorgeous and being on a truffle farm has its own excitement but it’s the food that will have you coming back again and again. Liam Downes provides a wonderful degustation experience with 6 courses. The menu is seasonal but whilst I was here the Arancini was creamy and very tasty. The special of lamb kebabs were smoky, sweet and full of BBQ yumminess. The highlight for me was the Ricotta gnocchi with pumpkin. But saying that all the food was fantastic. Of course truffles run through ever dish. I’ll return again and again.
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MADISON
Victoria2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely love black cat for brunch or lunch, the most beautiful food, amazing service and a serene setting. Recommend to all!
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Claudia
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gorgeous venue, especially on a sunny day as you can sit out under the vine canopy & enjoy being among the truffiere. The service is impeccable; friendly, knowledgeable staff who know their product. The food is to die for, even if you are not a truffle fiend, and you definitely will not walk out hungry. Lots of local beer & wine to choose from too. All up, a wonderful experience.
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Matt
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a great experience, plan to go back for winter season!
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Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes is rated 4.9 stars by 130 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

25 Apr 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

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150 Howards Rd, Wattle Flat, AU-VIC 3352

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Wattle Flat
Hours of Operation
Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Price
$101 and over
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Website
http://www.blackcattruffles.au/
Phone number
0428 035 083

Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Selection

Meredith Wine Tasting

Brunch

Menu

What 130 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes restaurant rated?

Is Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Dining areas

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