Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Victoria

OpenTable

Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Victoria? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Fairhaven SLSC

4.7

4.7 (326)

$40 and under

Australian

Fairhaven

About the restaurant

The Fairhaven Surf Life Saving Club is situated at 370 Great Ocean Road Fairhaven.
The restaurant and bar are sitting on the sand dunes with stunning ocean views down the coast to Lorne.
The restaurant is a casual dining experience and operates from late December through to Easter. Please see hours of operation.

Top review

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

Pia, Dave and the Team are amazing. The meals are always not only delicious but a very, very generous size. The menu is extensive and so is the special boards as well. Fairhaven and the Community are so fortunate to have this service and these quality meals, just on their door step for the summer month's. Thank you for what you do and have created. Jo

Wayward Winery

5.0

5 (137)

$41 to $100

Winery

Ballarat

About the restaurant

WAYWARD WINERY

Nestled at the beginning of the Pyrenees Wine region , Wayward offers an incredible view of the Pyreness Ranges and our established Vineyard.

Australian inspired cuisine using local seasonal produce with an emphasis on cooking with fire.

Open 11am - 4pm Friday to Sunday
EMBR Nights 6:30pm - 10pm Friday & Saturday Nights

*please note tables of 8+ will be required to take our Chef Selection options and all tables of 10+ are required to pay a $30pp deposit*

For function enquires please email us at info@waywardwinery.com.au

Top review

Roz

Dined 2 days ago

Do yourself a favour and eat at this winery. Having eaten all over the world, I rate their food as first class; using local ingredients in imaginative flavour combinations. The service was super friendly and attentive and we enjoyed the wines and the stunning views. Couldn't fault it.

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Experience

$69pp Chef's Selction

Experience

$85pp Chef's Selection

Experience

EMBR Night Dinner

Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

5.0

5 (146)

$101 and over

Modern Australian

Wattle Flat

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Verliana

Dined 1 day ago

Food is absolutely delicious and truffle hunt experience was amazing

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Friday Winter Truffle Hunt

Brown Brothers Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (741)

$41 to $100

Australian

Milawa

About the restaurant

131 years of wine making excellence, paired with seriously good food. Showcasing freshly picked produce from our kitchen garden and pantry preserves, accompanied by premium local suppliers and sustainably sourced native produce, meats and seafood.

Our seasonal menu caters for light lunches, shared feasts with friends and family, or a 5-course wine and food experience.

Full table service either inside or outside, bookings are essential as tables are in high demand.

Top review

Adrian

Dined 2 days ago

We loved our experience at Brown’s Brothers Restaurant. We celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary that day and our waiter went out of his way for us - even giving us a gift! Thank you so much for making our lunch so memorable on our special day ❤️ we highly recommend this experience.

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Experience

The Slow Lunch

Experience

Three Course Set Menu

Anh Chi Em

4.9

4.9 (229)

$40 and under

Vietnamese

Highton

About the restaurant

Anh Chi Em - Vietnamese Cuisine is a traditional Vietnamese restaurant with a modern look, located in the heart of Highton, Geelong. We offer both dine-in and takeaway options, focusing on serving our customers delicious, authentic Vietnamese dishes crafted from our own family recipes. Our dishes feature fresh herbs and vegetables sourced from our family-owned farm, ensuring the highest quality and flavour. Whether you're looking for a cozy dine-in experience or a convenient takeaway, Anh Chi Em is dedicated to providing a memorable experience in the vibrant Highton area of Geelong.

Top review

Tamara

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Love it here! Delicious food, wonderful caring and attentive staff. Great ambience . Best place to eat in Highton

Bank Street Wood Fired Pizza & Garden

4.9

4.9 (141)

$40 and under

Pizzeria

Avenel

About the restaurant

Many things delicious, fresh and regional. Food for pizza lovers served in the beautiful country town of Avenel.

Top review

Lindsay

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Love the atmosphere and the food/service are brilliant.

Wild

4.8

4.8 (637)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Bendigo

About the restaurant

Wild is a small restaurant and wine bar in the regional centre of Castlemaine.
We aim to bring you the best of the regions produce and beverages in a friendly and professional environment.
Our menu is based around sharing plates and we can cater to the single diner through to large groups.
In addition to the tables available online we have outdoor tables for casual walk-ins.

Top review

Emily

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Delicious food, lovely texture and flavour combinations. Perfect meal sizes for sharing. Lovely atmosphere perfect for a romantic date or special occasion with friends.

Ava Dining

4.7

4.7 (163)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Milawa

About the restaurant

Casual fine dining, indulge in modern dishes crafted from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, complemented by our signature cocktails. A great spot for date night, celebrations or a casual dinner.
Ava can cater to large group bookings. Please head to our website or get in contact to find out more.

Top review

Carolyn

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

We absolutely thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at AVA. The fried squid, native lime + curry sauce was amazing. Potato waffle, horseradish + roe was good Mains - the Lamb Shoulder was perfect and the Steak was cooked rare to perfection ! The Carrot side was delicious too. The hazelnut diplomat, pastry, salted caramel + raspberry was over powered by the raspberries, with no hazelnut or salted caramel flavors' noticeable, but still enjoyed . Fantastic service , friendly and attentive. We will DEFINITLEY be back

Morning Sun Vineyard

4.7

4.7 (86)

$41 to $100

Winery

Main Ridge

About the restaurant

An intimate and beautiful family-owned Mornington Peninsula winery and restaurant with vineyard views in the heart of premium wine country. Wine and olive oil grown on site, served with Italian-inspired share plates. Sunny terrace in fine weather, cosy cellar room when it’s cold. Estate wines and barbecued quail are specialties. Lunch dishes change seasonally, estate-grown wine tasting all year round.

Top review

Michelle

Dined 2 days ago

Everything about our Morning Sun experience was amazing. From food, wine, ambience and outstanding service.

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Experience

Lunch at Morning Sun

Experience

Vineyard Experience Tour

Experience

Wine Tasting Only

Sip Champagne Bar

4.9

4.9 (100)

$41 to $100

Wine Bar

Ballarat

About the restaurant

Welcome to SIP Champagne Bar, the epitome of elegance and effervescence!
At SIP Champagne Bar, we believe that every moment, big or small, is worth toasting. It's a place to create memories, celebrate life's victories, toast to love and revel in the company of friends and family. We offer an experience that transcends the ordinary—a place where the art of living is celebrated in every glass!
As you immerse yourself in the refined, art deco-inspired ambiance, we invite you to explore our French-European influenced morsels, chat with our knowledgeable staff, and let us know how we can make your time here exceptional, your experience is our priority.
Our extensive selection of the finest champagnes and sparkling wines include classic French labels to exquisite boutique producers, there is something to suit every palate and occasion.

Top review

Geoff

Dined 2 days ago

Do yourself a favour and visit Sip Champagne Bar in Ballarat. It’s a real gem - very welcoming, lots of champagnes and other bubbles to choose from, as well as a nice compact wine list augmented by plenty of interesting cocktails. And the food exudes quality and freshness, is beautifully presented, and represents great value. This was our first time there and we will definitely be back.

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