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Goodenia Restaurant & Bar, Merimbula, AU-NSW

Goodenia Restaurant & Bar

4.7 (43)
$41 to $100
Australian
110 Lakewood Dr, Merimbula, AU-NSW 2548

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Get ready to indulge at Goodenia Restaurant, where every bite bursts with flavour! Dumpling delights, and exciting desserts, we serve up the best of Merimbula. Set within the stunning Robyn's Nest, it's the perfect spot for a meal that will leave you craving more. Book your table now and dive into a delicious adventure!

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Experiences

  • DUMPLING NIGHT | Tuesday to Saturday

    Multiple dates available
    Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday & Saturday just got so much tastier! If you're a fan of dumplings (who isn't?!), then this is the night for you! Wrap up your week with a mouth-watering feast from our brand-new dumpling menu—only at Goodenia Restaurant & Bar. The perfect midweek or weekend treat, bursting with flavour!
    DUMPLING NIGHT | Tuesday to Saturday Photo
  • Saturday & Sunday Dumpling Lunch

    Multiple dates available
    Saturday & Sunday Lunch just got so much tastier! Come and join us! Every Saturday & Sunday for dumplings from 11.30 am to 2.30 pm .
    Saturday & Sunday Dumpling Lunch Photo

What 43 people are saying

Goodenia Restaurant & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • New South Wales

    Best Value

  • New South Wales

    Australian

  • Capital Region

    Best Overall

  • Capital Region

    Best Food

  • Capital Region

    Best Service

  • Capital Region

    Best Ambiance

  • Capital Region

    Best Value

  • Capital Region

    Kid-friendly

  • Capital Region

    Good for groups

  • Capital Region

    Good for special occasions

  • Capital Region

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Goodenia Restaurant & Bar is a "hidden gem" offering an array of "delicious dumplings" and dishes in a "relaxing" atmosphere. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "great value for money." The staff's attentiveness and the "lovely environment" make it a favorite for both regulars and newcomers.

43 Reviews
  1. Jen

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very enjoyable meal. The alfresco area is lovely. Great value. Excellent accessibility for disabled parking and wheelchair access. Will def be back.

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  2. Lynne

    New South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here and absolutely loved it. The food was great and service amazing!

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  3. Sue

    New South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food at Goodenia is exceptionally flavoursome! Simply delicious and it is great value for money. The atmosphere in the restaurant is relaxing from the moment you arrive and staff are happy & aware of your needs.

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  4. Kim

    Canberra2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely spot. Plenty of menu options and friendly attentive staff.

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  5. Cally

    Victoria5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a beautiful spot! The staff are amazing and so is the food!!

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  6. Robin

    Victoria7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff Ambience all great love the way you order but Three of our meals were not up to scratch Three fried were all over fried and not great The Pan Fried Dumplings were very nice The Steam Pork Bun also nice Drinks a reasonable price

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  7. Mandy

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful lunch of soup and dumplings today. Food and service unbelievable. We will be returning regularly to this little gem.

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  8. Peter VIP

    Sydney5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just brilliant, such a great array of yummy dumplings! Couldn’t fault.

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  9. Bronwyn

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful food amazing service definitely recommend Very reasonable prices. Will definitely see us going there again in future

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  10. Victoria

    Canberra1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious, friendly helpful staff. Nice environment. Everything is so yummy. Highly recommend

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FAQs

Goodenia Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 43 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. Australia
  3. New South Wales
  4. Capital Region
  5. Merimbula

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Goodenia Restaurant & Bar

110 Lakewood Dr, Merimbula, AU-NSW 2548

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Merimbula
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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