The good life comes easy in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges region.
Take your pick of acclaimed restaurants and welcoming gastropubs, rustic trattorias, vineyard eateries and cosy village cafes. Discover where to eat and what to eat, where to find our best cafés, restaurants and wineries, along with the top spots for brunch, lunch and dinner in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges.
Sample gourmet dishes of seasonal produce, grown locally. Whether your dining experience is simple or lavish, cheap and cheerful or outright indulgent, you’ll dine on food straight from local farms and sip wines from vineyards just down the road.
Meet our Food & Drink operators
600 Above
We are proud to offer the largest range of local wines in Central Victoria.
Attwoods Wines
Boutique winery Attwoods Wines, known for their cool climate, elegant Pinot Noir and…
Big Tree Distillery
Big Tree Distillery is the result of a gin-loving husband and wife team Catherine and…
Bistro Terroir
We are a neighbourhood French Bistro. Your place to savour beautiful French food,…
Boathouse Restaurant
Located on the banks of Lake Daylesford and with exquisite water views from any vantage…
Boomtown Winery
Boomtown is a Local Winery, Cellar Bar, Bistro and Events space…a place to gather and…
Budburst Macedon Ranges Wine Festival
Discover the cool wines and warm hearts of Macedon Ranges winemakers at their annual wine…
Captains Creek Organic Wines
An inviting cellar door open on weekends in Blampied, located 12 minutes from Daylesford…
Chocolate Mill
The Chocolate Mill manufactures over 12,000 hand crafted chocolates per week using…
Cleveland Estate
Cleveland Winery sits proudly in the heart of the Macedon Ranges wine country offering a…
Cliffy’s Emporium
Cliffy’s has become one of the region’s best-known cafes. Locals sometimes drop in two or…
Cobaw Ridge Winery
A commitment to quality in all aspects of vine management and wine making, and all…
Coffee Basics – Das Kaffeehaus
A coffee roastery and Viennese coffeehouse in The Mill, Castlemaine, using the iconic…
Curly Flat Vineyard
Curly Flat, located in the Macedon Ranges, is a small, privately owned, estate-based…
Dairy Flat Farm
Dairy Flat, a regenerative farm following organic practises includes almost 40…
Daylesford and Hepburn Mineral Springs Co.
We craft a range of balanced, considered drinks with pure flavours and ingredients that…
Daylesford Brewing Co
Putting the Ale back into Daylesford” is exactly what the Daylesford Brewing Co. is all…
Daylesford Cider
Daylesford Cider produce a diverse range of craft cider, made using the heritage cider…
Daylesford Gourmet
A GOURMET TASTE OF DAYLESFORD AND REGIONAL VICTORIA BY LOCAL, SMALL-BATCH MAKERS.
Daylesford Hotel
Nestled in the heart of Daylesford, the newly revitalised Daylesford Hotel offers a…
Daylesford Spirit
More than a mere distillery, we at Daylesford Spirit embrace the essence of our namesake…
Daylesford Wine Tours
Daylesford Wine Tours has a down to earth approach to talking about and tasting wines.
Dromkeen
Dromkeen is a heritage homestead with gallery, tearoom, conference and wedding…
Fook Shing
Vibrant south east Asian cuisine in an historic gold rush era pub. Fook Shing features a…
Gewürzhaus
Think of the lolly shop of your childhood dreams, substitute herbs and spices and you’re…
Gindu
Gindu is a proudly Australian multi-award-winning distillery that calls the Macedon…
Glen Erin at Lancefield
Glen Erin at Lancefield is the perfect location for a country wedding, corporate retreat…
Golden Nugget Discovery Tours
We offer small group personalised signature journeys and experiences of…
Granite Hills Wines
This family owned vineyard and winery is situated on the north eastern aspect of the…
Hanging Rock Café
The Hanging Rock Cafe is nestled among the trees at the base of the world-famous Hanging…
Hanging Rock Winery
Hanging Rock Winery has been creating wines of distinction for over 30 years and is rated…
Harcourt Produce and General Store
Harcourt Produce and General Store is a café and wine bar, with craft beer and cider on…
Hepburn Distillery
LOCAL. SUSTAINABLE. UNIQUE
Hepburn Springs Brewing Co
Craft beer. Small-batch spirits. Brewery accommodation. All in one place.
Hesket Estate
Situated on the Northern slopes of Mount Macedon at 660 metres above sea level in the…
Hidden Valley Resort
A bistro, bar, café and events centre, set within the country estate of Hidden Valley…
Honest Eggs Co
At Honest Eggs Co. we are on a mission to change egg farming for the better. We have less…
Hotel Trentham
A nod to the history & heritage of its humble beginnings in 1926, Hotel Trentham is a…
Hunter-Gatherer Winery
Regeneratively farmed vineyard in Pipers Creek, 10 minutes east of Kyneton. Come and…
Istra Smallgoods
Istra Smallgoods quality products are cured using traditional methods, passed from…
Jonai Farms
We are a family of ethicurean farmers raising pastured heritage-breed large black pigs…
Kadota Restaurant
Kadota is a warm and inviting restaurant located in picturesque Daylesford, where…
Kuzu Izakaya
The legend of Kuzu begins!
Kyneton Ridge
Kyneton Ridge vineyard and winery is situated among rolling hills of the Macedon Ranges…
Lake House
Under the direction of Culinary Director Alla Wolf-Tasker AM, the kitchen work from the…
Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm
Wander the grounds, grab a coffee, join a history tour and indulge the senses.
Le Bouchon at Attwoods
Restaurant at Attwoods Wines cellar door. Four course seasonal set menu.
Le Péché Gourmand
Le Péché Gourmand boulangerie – patisserie” is a French bakery-pastry shop in the heart…
Long Paddock Cheese & The Cheese School
Based at The Mill Castlemaine, Long Paddock Cheese creates deliciously-different handmade…
Lost Watering Hole – The Lancefield Brewery
We take great pride in our craft brewery, offering an impressive selection of finely…
Lyons Will Estate
Lyons Will Estate is a cool climate winery located in the Macedon Ranges.
Mafic – Mount Franklin Wines
Mt Franklin Estate blends into the contours of the ancient lava flow from Mt Franklin a…
Maldon Bakery
Maldon Bakery – A Taste of History and Heart
Meet the Winemakers – Paramoor & Kyneton Ridge
From Saturday 15 to Sunday 16 November, the Macedon Ranges will come alive for Budburst…
Meredith Dairy
Meredith Dairy is an award-winning Australian on-farm sheep and goat milk family…
Mineral Springs Hotel
Experience Victoria’s Spa Country from the comforts of an elegant 1930’s hotel,…
Mount Macedon Winery
A visit to the beautiful Macedon Ranges would be incomplete without a visit to the…
Mount Macedon Winery Accomodation
Stay at Mount Macedon Winery to enjoy sweeping views, elegant interiors, and warm…
Mount Monument
Mount Monument is a single vineyard in Victoria’s Macedon Ranges. It sits at the base of…
Mount Towrong Vineyard
Mount Towrong Vineyard is a small family owned and operated vineyard nestled in the…
Mountain Provedore
Providing exceptional catering and take home Meals for Daylesford, Hepburn and the…
Mt Franklin Organics
Our organic farm and market garden, on the eastern slopes of Mt Franklin, is naturally…
Overwrought Sculpture Garden and Gallery
Sculpture garden and gallery featuring unique Australian handmade metal artwork
Paramoor Winery
At Paramoor, we are committed to producing quality wines that reflect our dedication to…
Parkside Winery and Farm
Medal winning boutique wines surrounded by breathtaking country views.
Passing Clouds Winery
Passing Clouds wines are elegant and pure, with the focus on allowing them to express a…
Pig and Whistle Hotel
Welcome to the Pig and Whistle Hotel, a hidden gem located in the luscious paddocks of…
Prato
Enjoy traditional pinsa (pizza) matched with a seasonal Mediterranean menu
RACV Goldfields Resort
Situated on 150 acres of state forest in the Victorian Spa Country, RACV Goldfields…
Royal George Kyneton
The home of Kabinett Vintage & Botanik Bar and Bottle Shop
Sault Restaurant
Sault is a 100 acre property featuring it’s own lake and acres of perfectly manicured…
Shedshaker Brewing
Fine craft beer at the historic Woollen Mill in Castlemaine.
Sher Wagyu
Sher Wagyu is the ultimate eating experience. Delicious, tender & juicy with a superb…
Shizuka Ryokan Japanese Country Spa & Wellness Retreat
Set amid four acres of bushland, Shizuka Ryokan offers a traditional Japanese experience.
Sisko Chocolate
Handcrafted artisan chocolate, made with passion and premium ingredients.
Social Foundry
We're about mentoring - and bringing people together is easier around great food and…
Terra Australis Distillery and Herbal Lore Liqueurs
At Herbal Lore Liqueurs, we infuse specific herbs into our liqueurs for a truly unique…
The Amazing Mill Markets, Daylesford
The Amazing Mill Markets are Australia's largest mix of collectables, retro fashions,…
The Convent Daylesford
The Convent Daylesford, nestled on the crest of Wombat Hill, over-looking Daylesford, is…
The Cosmopolitan Hotel
The Cosmopolitan Hotel showcases the finest local and regional produce. Our region is a…
The Garden of St Erth
The Garden of St Erth is a beautiful historic house and garden located in Blackwood.
The Great Trentham Spudfest
Celebrating our people, produce and region
The Kyneton Hotel
Expect pub fare, with a bit of flair.
The Mill Castlemaine
Castlemaine creativity at its best. Discover the unexpected around every corner at The…
The Victoria Hotel
The Victoria’s full-service main dining room’s soaring two-storey self-supporting timber…
Truffle Treasures
Truffles are revered all over the world for their unique culinary value – adding umami…
Tuki
Tuki is a special getaway situated on historic “Stoney Rises”. The property is a…
Warral Maldon
Warral Maldon is built on one family’s love of bees and everything they do, from…
Wild Food & Wine
Open for casual drinks and grazing throughout the day, restaurant and wine bar in the…
Wombat Forest Vineyard and Winery
The award winning cellar door and courtyard has extensive forest views where visitors can…
Wombat Hill House
Wombat Hill House is a café nestled in the beautiful Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens in…
Woodend Cellar and Bar
A cellar door to the Macedon Ranges, showcasing unique Australian and International wine.
Woop Woop Sculpture Garden
Woop Woop is something else!
Food & drink inspiration in Daylesford & the Macedon Ranges
WHAT’S NEW: Accommodation, tours, cellar doors and more
Summer brings a wave of exciting openings and new experiences across Victoria’s heartland.
Unmissable Summer Events Across Daylesford, the Macedon Ranges and beyond
As summer heats up, so does the action across Victoria’s heartland. From vibrant Highland Gatherings and festive vineyard celebrations to art exhibitions, foodie experiences, and classic car shows, there is plenty to keep you busy all summer long.
The Luxe List
Really want to spoil yourself? We’ve pulled together a list of some the most luxurious and indulgent experiences across Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges.
Daylesford’s Rise as a Whisky Destination
Whisky is a dark-grain alcohol made all over the world. It was first developed in medieval Scotland and Ireland. In Gaelic, the name loosely translates to ‘water of life.’ In Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, the abundance of natural spring water has seen a growing trend for distilling this ‘water of life.’
Meet the Winemakers – Paramoor & Kyneton Ridge
From Saturday 15 to Sunday 16 November, the Macedon Ranges will come alive for Budburst Wine Festival - an annual celebration of cool-climate wine and connection. Over 20 winemakers across 15+ venues will open their doors for tastings, food, music, and storytelling. It’s a rare chance to explore hidden gems and iconic producers alike.
A Break with Bean Counting and Board Rooms: Stories Behind the Glass at Budburst
Ahead of the two-day event, we take a look at the stories behind two local wineries, whose journeys speak of the power of a tree change and desire to follow their passion.
The Best Foodie Finds in Daylesford, Castlemaine and the Macedon Ranges
Diners are spoilt for choice when it comes to exceptional restaurants in Victoria’s heartlands, with various establishments being awarded highly coveted chef hats. Loosen your belt, because extraordinary dining experiences await.
Recipes from our talented chefs
Beef Short Rib Rendang
Rich and fragrant, delicious and warming, Southeast Asia’s beef rendang is a dish with a long history that is as layered and diverse as this curry-like, dry stew.
Alla Wolf-Tasker’s Herb Agnolotti, House Ricotta, Salsa Verde, Heirloom Carrots ‘En Papillote’
Recipe and images taken from Alla’s recent book Three Decades On – Lake House and Daylesford.
Annie Smithers’ Tomato Spaghettini
We’re not all as fortunate as Annie to have a selection of heirloom tomatoes in our garden. While you are here why not seek out Mt Franklin Organics instead?
Chef Andrew Stone’s Savoury Carrot And Pinenut Muffins
Muffins are quick to make and the batter should be mixed as lightly and as little as possible. Buttermilk or yoghurt helps to keep the mixture light.
Blackbird Cakes Easter Bunny Chocolate Cake Recipe
Blackbird Cakes is not your standard cake shop or bakery, they do things a little differently. They don’t just create delicious, one-off cakes, they can also help you to create your own, from afar, via their very own Make a Blackbird Cake magazine or online classes.
Leonardo Catarcia’s Potato Gnocchi, Taleggio And Speck
Savour Leo’s dishes at Peppers Mineral Springs Hotel, The Argus Dining Room restaurant.















































































































