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Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes, Wattle Flat, AU-VIC

Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

5.0
5
89 Reviews
$101 and over
Modern Australian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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.

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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Experiences

  • Christmas in the Truffière

    $220.00 per person

    Prepaid

    21 Dec 2024 - 24 Dec 2024
    Indulge in a lavish Christmas-themed lunch featuring an abundance of summer truffles, complemented by an exhilarating truffle hunt and an exquisite selection of beverages, all for $220 per person. Take home a piece of the experience with our handcrafted providore items available for purchase on the day. We accommodate dietary requirements to the best of our abilities* on an individual basis. Dietaries will not be catered for on the day, so please let us know prior to the day. For children under 12, the price is $50 per child, which will include a meal, soft drinks and dessert. Kindly specify the number of attending children when booking. Children aged 12 and above will be charged at full price.
    Christmas in the  Truffière photo
  • 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.
    Brunch photo
  • Spring Dining

    $120.00 per person

    7 Sept 2024 - 1 Dec 2024
    With the end of the 2024 Winter Truffle Season fast approaching, we’re incredibly excited to share with you all our spring offering. Whilst our famous perigord truffles will have come to an end, we plan on showcasing our kitchen garden, local produce and a fantastic selection of local wines. Choose from 5 or 8 courses on the day. $90/$120pp $30 under 12 menu We do need to know any dietaries prior to your arrival.
    Spring Dining photo

What 89 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.9Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Victoria

    Best Overall

  • Victoria

    Best Food

  • Victoria

    Best Service

  • Victoria

    Best Value

  • Victoria

    Great for brunch

  • Victoria

    Innovative

  • Victoria

    Modern Australian

  • Ballarat

    Best Overall

  • Ballarat

    Best Food

  • Ballarat

    Best Service

  • Ballarat

    Best Ambience

  • Ballarat

    Best Value

  • Ballarat

    Good for groups

  • Ballarat

    Healthy

  • Ballarat

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Ballarat

    Good for special occasions

  • Ballarat

    Vegetarian-friendly

89 Reviews
  1. Geoff

    New South Wales

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Liam, Taylor and the rest of the crew did a wonderful job presenting an excellent seafood degustation lunch. This was our first time at Black Cat Truffles, but it certainly won’t be our last.

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  2. Taya

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best eggs benedict ever! Great relaxing breakfast destination for families, space for the kids to run around outside and outdoor games (Jenga, corn hole) to keep them entertained. The team were really accommodating with the dining selections for the kids, and everything was delicious.

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  3. Rhonda

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing visit to Black Cat Truffles today, the food was to die for Taylor looked after us superbly, could not have asked for better service. Our entire visit was nothing but the best. We will definitely be back. 👌🏻👌🏻

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  4. Annette

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing experience our waiter Taylor was superb very attentive and amusing. However we chose the degustation menu so tried a great variety of dishes. We couldn’t pick a favourite as it was the best lunch we have experienced. Will definitely return and recommend this wonderful restaurant to our friends

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  5. Robyn

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious brunch and everyone really enjoyed it. Small but vibrant place to catch up with family or friends.

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  6. Erin

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was absolutely outstanding and delicious. Outstanding value for the quality and finesse of the dish and experience. Would highly recommend to anyone. You will not be disappointed. Beautiful setting

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  7. Amanda

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I went to Black Cat Truffle by Liam Downes and were so impressed with the high quality dishes and service that we received. Would definitely revisit and hope to take family members with us next time! Thanks for an amazing lunch Liam and thanks to Taylor and Adrian too for making it such a memorable experience.

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  8. Rosalind

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful. Just wonderful. We had the Chef Suggestion menu for a Friday lunch and it was simply outstanding. We had just spent 2 days at Lake House Daylesford, and the food at Black Cat Truffles was better. The service was friendly and attentive, the location was absolutely worth the drive and the food was outstanding. You must try the potato turine and the Jerusalem artichoke was sublime. Will definitely be back. Might have to move to Ballarat to make this restaurant our local.

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  9. Therese

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely loved the whole experience! From the very informative and fun truffle hunt, down to the last bite of our dessert. Liam and his team were amazing and we're very impressed how they managed everything to flow smoothly. It was also lovely to watch Dot, the truffle sniffing dog, do her main task. Highly recommend the truffle hunt with lunch! We're happy to go back again even if the truffle hunt is not on, just so we can have their delicious food again.

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  10. Craig

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fantastic day out!! From the truffle hunting experience with the amazing Dotty, which included a detailed overview of the whole process from Liam, to the degustation menu that was absolutely first class, with the great staff who made sure the overall experience was amazing, including one of the best music selections you will hear. This day out is one of the most memorable days on a truffle farm you will ever have. Congratulations Liam and the team .. we will be back.

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FAQs

Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes is rated 5 stars by 89 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

150 Howards Rd, Wattle Flat, AU-VIC 3352

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
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