Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Yarra Valley Ranges

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Sir Paz Estate - Yarra Valley

4.9

4.9 (251)

$40 and under

Winery

Yarra Valley

About the restaurant

Discover the enchanting experience at Sir Paz Estate's Restaurant & Cellar Door, where the tranquil Mediterranean atmosphere meets breathtaking views of our vineyard and the picturesque Yarra Valley. Join us for a guided wine tasting at the Cellar Door, or savour our exquisite à la carte Woodfire Lunch Menu in our award-winning restaurant.

For groups of 8 or more, please email reservations@sirpaz.com to book your experience.

Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
**Restaurant Menu: 12 PM - 3 PM (2-hour sittings, reservation required)
**Cellar Door Snack Menu: 10:30 AM - 5 PM (enjoy all-day wine tastings, no reservation needed—walk-ins welcome)

Come and immerse yourself in a delightful culinary journey!

Top review

BRECKVIP

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

What a beautiful place with outstanding ambience and vista, great service and vista and good food.

Cognoscenti Food & Wine

4.9

4.9 (667)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Belgrave

About the restaurant

Cognoscenti is a cosy neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar nestled in the Dandenong Ranges, 50 minutes from the CBD.

Dine with us and be treated to exquisite food and intimate service, while exploring our carefully curated selection of local and international wines. We are passionate about cooking with local, seasonal produce in our wood-fired oven; celebrating the simplicity of each ingredient.

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Cherrie

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Exquisite food and service on a busy Saturday evening. Children accommodated beautifully with separate menu and choice to serve them asap rather than wait for main meals. Extra plates added with ease during the meal. Food was superb. Service was friendly, helpful and efficient. Put simply, the best in The Hills!

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4.9

4.9 (314)

$41 to $100

South Indian

Upwey

About the restaurant

Nevedya is Food for the Spirit, an organic plant-focussed restaurant & cafe in the Dandenong Ranges outside Melbourne. We serve wholefood vegetarian and vegan world cuisine with flavours from India, Asia, the Middle East, Europe and beyond. Our ingredients are healthy, ethical, organic, seasonal and showcase produce from local farms and growers.

Run by husband and wife duo Daniel and Shakti, it is an experience to bring you back to your true self. The food is a cleansing experience of reconnecting to nourishment at its untainted roots.

All the food is designed and created by female head chef Shakti Iyer with intention to nurture, transform and heal.

Inspired by Indian restaurants, Ayurveda and our travels throughout the world expect to taste our famous Ayurvedic khichadi, Sri Lankan masala dosa, world fusion tapas, plant-based all day breakfasts and our amazing organic and healthy desserts!

Top review

Jan

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

Nevedya is always a wonderful place to visit, going with friends or alone. I've recently been twice in two weeks and had their fabulous Khichadi which is so heart and soul warming. The staff are amazing too, so warm and friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is lovely too, I always sit out the back in the garden where there are heaters, comfortable sitting and a gorgeous garden. Well done Nevedya, you rock!

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4.9

4.9 (90)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Yarra Valley

About the restaurant

Immerse Winery is a place where lovers of good wine and food can discover and indulge themselves in the Yarra Valley. With lofty ceilings, exposed stonework and warm timbers, the restaurant exudes the rustic country feel of the Yarra Valley, surrounded by the vineyard and beautiful grounds. Dishes incorporate the region's fine locally grown produce with complimenting wines. It is the perfect opportunity to kick back on the weekends and enjoy an A La Carte lunch service or a cozy Cellar Door Wine Tasting.

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Jaime

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Immerse Winery truly lives up to its name—what a beautiful place to get immersed in great food, exceptional wine, and warm, welcoming service. From the attentive waitstaff to the knowledgeable wine tasting team, every interaction was top-notch. The food was fresh and flavourful, the grounds are stunning and clearly well looked after, and the whole experience felt like a relaxed, enjoyable getaway. Highly recommend for a memorable lunchtime treat!

Coombe Yarra Valley

4.8

4.8 (2592)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Coldstream

About the restaurant

Once the home of Dame Nellie Melba, Coombe Yarra Valley is a property with an unrivalled provenance. Seven acres of stunning gardens and beautifully appointed facilities in the restored motor house and clock tower offer a truly unique gourmet and cultural experience.

Located within the restored motor house and historic clock tower and under the helm of Chef Neil Cunningham, our restaurant serves Contemporary Modern Australian a la carte menu options.

An inspiring selection of seasonal and estate grown produce is on offer for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea 5 days a week.

The restaurant is modern, spacious yet intimate and overlooks the landscaped market-style courtyard of the beautifully restored facilities. The view from the conservatory is of the Coombe cottage garden ‘avenue’ and gives glimpses of the oldest swimming pool in Victoria.

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Janice

Dined 4 days ago

Loved the picturesque views! The wait staff and reception were warm and welcoming — they also enjoy a good chat and are happy to tell you about Melba Estate. The food and wine were spot-on and well worth the money. I especially loved their Chardonnay!

Kelly's Bar & Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (82)

$41 to $100

Australian

Olinda

About the restaurant

A cozy log cabin with large open fire situated in the heart of the Dandenong’s, Kelly's is the perfect place for any occasion.

Whether it's having a nice warm meal in front of the fire or a nice cold beer on a hot summers day. We have a large selection of Australian craft beers on tap and a wonderful wine list to match made up with some amazing local wines.

Kelly's is well known for our steaks, burgers and parmas, however we have so many more options to choose from including some vegan and vegetarian options, as well as our wholly home made dessert menu.

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Jenny

Dined 7 days ago

We dine at Kelly's a bit because they have the best cooked eye fillet steaks, the staff are so friendly and accommodating and the atmosphere is so quant and inviting always have the best experience dinning here.

Killik Handcrafted Rum

4.8

4.8 (191)

$41 to $100

Distillery

Belgrave

About the restaurant

At Killik, we blend the art of handcrafted rum and gin with a welcoming atmosphere that’s perfect for enjoying your favorite drinks.

One-of-a-Kind Australian Rum: Taste our unique, high-ester rum—crafted using traditional Jamaican techniques—offering flavors you won’t find anywhere else in Australia.

Award-Winning Spirits: Sip on our critically acclaimed rum and gin, crafted to perfection and sure to impress.

Freshly Made Pasta: Treat yourself to our house-made pasta, the perfect pairing for any cocktail.

Unique Australian Rums: Explore a curated selection of exceptional Australian rums at our bar.

Whether you're a rum connoisseur, a gin lover, or just seeking a great spot to unwind, Killik has something for everyone. Book your table today and discover why Killik is the go-to destination for rum and gin in Melbourne. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Top review

Danni

Dined 4 days ago

Thoroughly enjoyed a great meal at Killik. The Hunter's Stew entree was delicious, as were the olives in a sensational marinade. The fish of the day was barramundi, sensational and the cocktails were unique and very flavoursome. Staff was fantastic. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and we'll be back to warm the cockles very soon.

Home Hotel - Launching Place

4.6

4.6 (433)

$40 and under

Australian

Launching Place

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Yarra Valley, the Home Hotel stands as a testament to the rich history and warm hospitality of this region. Established in the mid-1800s, this iconic locally owned pub has recently undergone a stunning renovation, making it the ideal destination for families, locals and travellers alike.

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Greg

Dined 3 days ago

A true country gem, lunch by the open fire. Highly recommended you visit

Paperbark Cafe

4.5

4.5 (323)

$40 and under

Australian

Montrose

About the restaurant

Nestled in the scenic foothills of Dandenong Ranges is highly acclaimed Paperbark Café that celebrates the flavours and nutritious qualities of Australian bush foods.Paperbark Café will provide you with a warm and friendly retreat where you can enjoy an indulgent breakfast, lunch, morning or afternoon tea.

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Pamela

Dined 7 days ago

It was beautiful- wonderful staff - lovely food and a magnificent garden and gift shop

Tokar Estate

4.4

4.4 (397)

$41 to $100

Australian

Yarra Valley

About the restaurant

Tokar Estate is a boutique family owned vineyard and restaurant in the heart of the Yarra Valley. The restaurant’s modern Mediterranean inspired building was designed to both take in and enhance its incredible surroundings. It is the ideal location to soak up the beauty of the Yarra Valley, with sweeping views over the gardens and vineyards to the mountain ranges.

Stop by our restaurant for lunch and make sure you head over to our Cellar Door situated in our newly restored original barn. With its floor to ceiling glass doors, marble bar and stunning view over the vineyard it’s the perfect location to taste our award winning single vineyard wines.

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Manjit

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Beautiful surroundings and great ambiance. Loved the food and the service/ very polite and welcoming and very professional. Catered to all of us. Many thanks. We will come again soon.

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