Mornington Peninsula Restaurants

Updated on 4/5/2025

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Bistro One

Diners’ top pick

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$$$$Price: Expensive

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Mediterranean

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4.7

(69)

Step inside and let bistro one transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the mediterranean.
Nestled in the heart of a vibrant seaside neighbourhood, our venue offers a refreshing escape with its modern and inviting atmosphere, where you are greeted by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the tantalizing scent of authentic Mediterranean cuisine.
Our menu showcases a wide variety of delectable dishes inspired by the rich flavours of Greece, Italy, Spain, and beyond.

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   Mr Vincenzo’s

   $$$$Price: Expensive

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   Australian

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   4.8

   (108)

   Experience the charm of Mr Vincenzo’s, Mornington’s destination for Italian cuisine and vibrant dining.
   Nestled on the Esplanade – just off Main St – with stunning views of Mornington Park and the bay, Mr Vincenzo’s offers a unique blend of traditional Italian flavours and contemporary flair.
   Step inside and be transported to a 1970s coastal retreat with our distinctive decor, including wine-bottle-green floors, cork accents, and sunny waffle-yellow walls. Vintage photos of Napolitano beach scenes add a touch of nostalgia, celebrating the rich Italian heritage that inspires our culinary delights.
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   The Somers General

   $$$$Price: Moderate

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   Café

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   4.7

   (341)

   Serving dine-in, takeaway food, drinks, MUBBLE ice cream and the general store is open for your pantry + home essentials.
   Please note walk ins are welcome as only 60% of the cafe is available to be reserved, if we are fullly booked online we can still accommodate you when you walk in.
   

1001 Nights Restaurant

Top-rated food

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$$$$Price: Moderate

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Middle Eastern

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4.7

(276)

1001 Nights in Mount Eliza, brings the warmth of the Middle East to the Mornington Peninsula. Begin with mezze, small plates ideal for sharing with loved ones. Our signature chargrill menu features succulent lamb, vibrant seafood, tender chicken and delicious haloumi– all cooked to perfection over open flames. Explore the comforting tajines. Slow-cooked stews bathed in fragrant spices, these dishes capture the essence of Middle Eastern home cooking, promising a warm and satisfying experience. Feeling indecisive? Opt for one of our set menus. 1001 Nights also boasts a range of local and Middle Eastern wines and spirits complete the experience. Dine indoors or alfresco – a delicious adventure awaits!

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   Young Street Tavern

   $$$$Price: Expensive

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   Australian

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   4.6

   (24)

   Humdinger is a local 70's inspired tavern.
   Chef Simon Tarlington has created a modern tavern menu that befits the space. It includes natural oysters, lasagna schnitzel, jalapeño poppers& his signature grill menu including BBQ Pork Ribs with Bourbon & Coke glaze.
   
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   The Milbri

   $$$$Price: Moderate

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   South American

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   4.7

   (468)

   Established in 2014 The Milbri brings ‘Hawker’ style S.E. Asian, Mexican & Latin American food to Rosebud. Offering modern Melbourne brunch dishes from 9am matched with award winning local coffee till 3pm. The Milbri turns into an atmospheric dining & bar venue going late into the evening with a menu that showcases ingredients not only sourced locally but internationally. We look forward to welcoming you.

OUEST FRANCE BISTRO

Top-rated hospitality

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$$$$Price: Expensive

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French

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4.7

(201)

Retro and cosy Design, with flashy red carpet, hanging plants in the patio for a true Paris Boheme atmospher. Golden mirror, artistic wall paper in a dark a moody atmosphere for the inside.
Ouest ( west ) France Bistro, has opened their door on the 14 of July 2022. Run by 2 French Brothers Oscar (chef) and Cesar ( ex : France soir ) from Brittany. After 1 year the restaurant have put himself as a must go of the peninsula.
The 32 seats tiny restaurant is welcoming you in a elegant and tasteful Design, mixing the atmosphere of the patio and the room for you to experience the ambience of a bustling French bistro in the heart of Mornington.
For the food, don’t look for to complicated, the small menu featured the classic of French brasseries dishes revisited with brio for a traditional hearty and tasty French cuisine, On the board of special find few seasonal and creative dishes take place.
Wine list focusing on diversity of French grapes and wine making from organic small producer.

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   Morning Sun Vineyard

   $$$$Price: Expensive

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   Winery

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   4.7

   (70)

   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.
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   The Kitchen Tootgarook

   $$$$Price: Moderate

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   Comfort Food

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   4.6

   (369)

   A place that feels like home.. I don't mean that in a sense that the place is covered in dog hair, the tv is blaring, the kids are screaming and there's lego all over the floor; more in a sense that you feel welcomed, content and at home from the minute you enter, right up until you leave. We wanted to create a place, that I myself, would want to visit on a regular basis. A place where your name is more important to us than your money is. A place where you feel like a regular from your first visit. A place where you feel like a part of our family. A place you felt you've been before. A place that feels like home.... Ok, so we have fancy wine glasses, twinkling candles, nice chairs and really shiny cutlery, but don't let that fool you... We're humble, both in our service and in our food, and pretentiousness and oversized egos were banished from the premises the day we started trading. We like looking the part, but life's too short for airs and graces...

Merricks Store

Great vibe

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$$$$Price: Expensive

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Modern Australian

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4.7

(1,098)

The Merricks Store is open every day 8.30am - 5pm.
Our talented kitchen team turn the very best of fresh, seasonal ingredients into the most delicious seasonal-inspired country cuisine.
Enjoy breakfast or a long lunch by the fire or on one of our decks. Select from an extensive range of local wines as well as local beers and cider.
BREAKFAST 8:30am - 11am
LUNCH 12pm - 3:30pm
With the exception of events & our food truck, our bistro is not open for dinner.
Please see our website for more details.

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   Mantons Creek Estate

   $$$$Price: Expensive

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   Italian

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   4.6

   (313)

   Situated just off the beaten track and set in a magnificent rural setting on the Mornington Peninsula is Quattro at The Epicurean Mantons Creek.
   Quattro is a unique, regional venue with indulgent views across the vines. This secluded and tranquil haven offers an exceptional intimate and relaxed Mediterranean inspired dining experience to be enjoyed sipping on estate produced wine.
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   The Rocks Mornington

   $$$$Price: Expensive

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   Seafood

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   4.5

   (1,528)

   For all reservations please head to our website. www.therocksmornington.com.au.
   The Rocks Mornington, sitting on Mornington's waterfront, is a vibrant waterside eatery specializing in tantalizingly fresh seafood dishes.

Waves on the Beach

Great budget-friendly spot

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$$$$Price: Moderate

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Modern Australian

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4.6

(1,444)

Hidden away on the beach with stunning panoramic waterfront views, Waves Restaurant offers an amazingly picturesque dining experience.
As a restaurant, it is just perfect for casual group meals, a romantic dinner for two or for a more elaborate wedding – for which they are very well known. Their interior has an easy, coastal feel with comfortable furniture, letting the ocean take centre stage. With glassed walls allowing the maximums views of the ocean in front of you, the feeling of dining by the sea is as real as it gets.
Their team of chefs have created a seasonal and mouth-watering menu that complements the relaxed, seaside feel of the venue. There are also delicious vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options and a daily specials board. The wine list is also generous in its diversity with sulphate-free, organic wines available as well as delicious local and interstate wines. There is plenty of paid parking right outside their door and they are open 7 days for lunch &

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   The Dava Hotel

   $$$$Price: Moderate

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   Australian

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   4.5

   (391)

   The newly refurbished Dava Hotel is located on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula and on the esplanade of Mount Martha, featuring spectacular views of Port Philip Bay. The Dava Hotel is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and boasts a vibrant family friendly bistro restaurant with modern décor, a sports bar, and a rooftop deck with breath-taking bay views. Our Head chef and his creative team design delicious seasonal menus using local and fresh produce from the Mornington Peninsula that are beautifully paired with Australian wines. We pride ourselves on our friendly and casual atmosphere - ideal for families and friends getting together to enjoy local produce that is transformed into great meals and paired with exceptional wines or craft beers from the Peninsula. ​ Make The Dava Hotel your next destination!
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   Gods Kitchen

   $$$$Price: Moderate

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   Australian

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   4.5

   (300)

   Locally family owned and operated, Gods Kitchen opened its historic church doors in Mornington back in 2009.
   In our beautiful, heritage listed church, built in 1876, Gods Kitchen was crafted from our passion for bringing people together to share good times, great food and Live music. Come and enjoy original, independent Live Music in a relaxed, casual and friendly environment that you can bring your Granny to.
   We're renowned for our diverse menu offering sharing dishes, à la carte menu, gourmet pizza and more.
   Our dynamic duo Chefs, bring original dishes with a local and traditional twist (did someone say Parma?!)
   Stocking a huge range of local wines, ciders, beers and ales from the Mornington Peninsula, we strive to bring you the best tastes of our beautiful region.
   Imports are also a plenty
   Did I mention we have the best Espresso Martini in town?! Try our 7 Deadly Long Island Iced Sins
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