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Geelong Restaurants

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Smorgy's Family Restaurant & Buccaneers: Fresh Air, Food and Fine Views
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  • By cassiejoy42 on October 18, 2005
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  • Smorgy's and Buccaneers, Cunningham Pier - Geelong
    Smorgy's and Buccaneers,
    Cunningham Pier
    by cassiejoy42
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    I have only eaten at Smorgy's so cannot pass an opinion on Buccaneer's, except to say that I have heard good comments from people who have dined there. Smorgy's is a smorgasboard meal, so you help yourself to the fine food on offer - seafood, roasts, salads, desserts, and more.

    I like seafood so I usually fill up my plate with lotsa seafood. I also like salads and Smorgy's do nice salads.

  • Theme: Seafood
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Cunningham Pier, Geelong
  • Phone: 03 5222 4113
  • Directions: Geelong Waterfront, on the Cunningham Pier.

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    Pancakes at 48: mmm... pancakes!
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  • Updated By Marpessa on June 4, 2006
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  • The place for pancakes! - Geelong
    The place for pancakes!
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    First of all, the building that Pancakesat 48 is located in seems as old as Geelong itself (and probably is), it has a feeling of 'pioneer' surrounding it. It has stained glass windows and mahogany chairs and tables that create a feeling of warmth and of being relaxed whilst inside the restaurant. They serve pancakes in almost every fashion, with strawberry's or chocolate, with hot chocolate fudge or just with maple syrup and ice-cream. You can also have bacon and eggs on sordough bread, there are plenty of mouthwatering options to choose from. Plus they have a large variety of drinks; from soft drinks, to milkshakes, hot chocolate, spiders...

    A chocolate milkshake with a 'double' (2 large and thick pancakes), with a scoop of ice-cream and then drowning it in maple syrup. Maybe not very adventurous pancake-wise, but old-favourites are labeled as such for a reason. :)

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  • Theme: Other
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 48 Moorabool St.
  • Phone: 5229 7888
  • Directions: Close to the Waterfront end of Moorabool St., 2 doors up from the National Wool Museum.

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    The Wharf Shed Cafe': Views of the Bay while you eat!
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  • Updated By Marpessa on April 9, 2007
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  • Wharf Shed - Geelong
    Wharf Shed
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    This place really is a wharf shed - it has huge windows with views of the waterfront (which is less than 5 metres away - you're right on the bay). It's an open - very casual - kind of place with a beach/bush feel to it. Service is efficient and prompt and the staff are very friendly. (4 of my photos for this tip were taken with my phone, so the quality isn't that great)

    Their beer battered fish (a favourite of mine) is delicious and comes with mouthwatering fries (chips), lemon and tartare sauce. The servings are huge - I couldn't finish mine. Their pita wraps are big as well and filled with flavours. Their speciality is seafood and wood-oven pizzas. You can even get kangaroo meat here if you're willing to try it. Also, have one of the hot chocolates, yummm!!! UPDATE: The Wharf Shed also sell Magners - one of my favourite drinks (also known as 'Bulmers') Price: about average > more expensive than average. (Located above the Wharf Shed is Le Parisien - a French restaurant, but I have not been there as yet)

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  • Theme: Local
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: 15 Eastern Beach Road
  • Phone: 03 5221 6645
  • Directions: Geelong Waterfront
  • Website: http://www.leparisien.com.au

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    Irish Murphy's: Great Atmosphere
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  • Updated By Marpessa on June 3, 2006
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  • A great night out! - Geelong
    A great night out!
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    I have now been here quite a few times. It is a 'traditional' Irish restaurant/pub. It also has a functions room (and conference facilities upstairs). The atmosphere of the place is excellent. It seems every Aussie backpacker who has been to Ireland brought back souvenirs for this pub - there are countless streets signs in both English and Irish, heaps of old Guinness posters and just homely Irish paraphernalia everywhere. Irish Murphy's is not too brightly lit and is a warm (friendly) inviting place to be. If you want to hear more abou the 'pub side' of Irish Murphy's check out my 'nightlife tip'.

    Mmm... beer battered fish with chips. The menu consists of Irish themed food. e.g. Irish Stew, Guinness Pie - it all looked delicious. I can't remember exact prices - but I'd put it between 'about average' ($15-20) and 'more expensive than average' - it just depends on what you order. The food is served nicely and in large portions, plus you never seem to have to wait too long for your food to arrive. If you are coming as a large group it may be worth it to book a table (sometimes it can be really busy here). Also if you're at the bar (which no doubt at some stage you will be) grab yourself a pint of Bulmers!

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  • Theme: Pub/Brewery
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Address: 30 Aberdeen St.
  • Phone: 5221 4335
  • Directions: 1-2 minutes drive west of city centre (Moorabool St.).
  • Website: www.irishmurphys.com.au

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    La Porchetta: Always fresh
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  • Updated By Marpessa on January 29, 2004
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  • There are two La Porchetta restaurants in Geelong. The one in town has a cosy feel about it and the one in Waurn Ponds with its large windows has a fresh feeling for its atmosphere. The one in Waurn Ponds is the larger of the two, but both are often very busy at lunch and dinner time and therefore can be a bit noisy. But the food is always delicious and it is a good restaurant to eat at.

    I love their Chciken Schnitzel and their Hawaiian pizzas. Both are delicious! They also serve a large range of pizzas with almost any topping, different kinds of pastas and assorted types of schnitzel. A delicious range of ice-cream deserts and a varied choice of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic.

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  • Theme: Italian
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 31 Malop St., Geelong and Pionner Rd., Waurn Ponds
  • Phone: Malop St: 5229 7313
  • Directions: Malop St., La Porchetta is in the city centre. Waurn Ponds La Porchetta is next to Readings cinema.
  • Other Contact: Waurn Ponds: 5244 3810

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    Fishermen's Pier Seafood Restaurant: Fine Dining - classy restaurant!
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  • By cassiejoy42 on October 25, 2005
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  • Front entrance to Fishermen's Pier - Geelong
    Front entrance to Fishermen's
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    This is a great restaurant to take a special person on a date. Also good if you are trying to impress the manager at work. Pricey meals but worth the price.

    Seafood Basket

  • Theme: Seafood
  • Price: US$31-40    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: Bay End of Yarra Street, Eastern Beach
  • Phone: 03 52224100
  • Directions: Geelong Waterfront, near Le Parisien and Wharf Shed Cafe
  • Website: http://www.fishermenspier.com.au

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    Tea House, Geelong Botanic Gardens: Geelong, Tea House, Geelong Botanic Gardens
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  • By cassiejoy42 on November 2, 2005
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  • Tea House & Volunteers, Geelong Botanic Gardens - Geelong
    Tea House & Volunteers,
    Geelong Botanic Gardens
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    I really want to emphasise the Tea House in the Geelong Botanic Gardens. This lovely Tea House is staffed by volunteers and I reckon we should all give them our patronage. Volunteers are the mainstay of a lot of community projects in Geelong. Our tourist information centres are also staffed by volunteers. If you want a nice days outing, go to Eastern Park, take a tour of the Geelong Botanic Gardens and then go and sit outdoors or indoors (depending on the weather) and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and something to eat.

    I haven't dined here yet but will add a comment when I have. As this is staffed by volunteers I would imagine they would prepare a nice banquet for your enjoyment.

  • Theme: Local
  • Address: Eastern Park, close to Eastern Beach
  • Directions: Eastern Park, near the corner of Ryrie St and Garden St.

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    Cafe Kayser: Fresh coffee
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  • By Marpessa on February 4, 2004
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  • Cafe Kayser serves wonderful coffees, teas, milkshakes, hot chocolates and much more. They have a wide selection of Kayser chocolates that will make you drool. The cafe also offers a menu of toasted sandwhiches and the like.

    I love their chocolate milkshakes.

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  • Theme: Coffeehouse
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 82 Malop St., Geelong
  • Directions: City Centre. There is also another Cafe Kayser located at Shop 10 Belmont Shopping Village, Belmont (next to K-mart).

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    French Hot Bread Bakery: Don't want to stop walking?
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  • Updated By Marpessa on April 9, 2007
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  • A very cheap bakery!! - Geelong
    A very cheap bakery!!
    by Marpessa
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    This is a little bakery that sells yummy pastries and other bakery stuff for a very cheap price. It's great if you just want to keep moving - go in buy what you want and you're back out the door and on your travels. One of the best thing about this place is their prices - the jam doughnuts are 70 cents!! They have rolls, tarts (lemon, rasberry, custard), vanilla slice, eclairs, meringues and lots more. There's also a fridge if you want to grab a can of coke (or the like), juice or water - and pay for it of course!!.

    Their doughnuts!! Mmm and also their lemon tarts are quite nice.

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  • Theme: Bakery
  • Comparison: least expensive
  • Address: Moorabool St.
  • Directions: In the city centre, right next to the Belmont Bus Stop

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    The Wharf Shed Cafe': Wharf Shed and Le Parisien
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  • By cassiejoy42 on October 25, 2005
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  • Wharf Shed Cafe / Le Parisien - Geelong
    Wharf Shed Cafe / Le Parisien
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    There are two restaurants in this building. The Wharf Shed Cafe is downstairs. Le Parisien is upstairs. The building also has outdoor toilets for public and patrons.

    Haven't eaten much at either restaurant so I don't know the menus that well. Le Parisien has Frogs Legs and Snails on it's menu if you are feeling particularly brave. I have tried both and preferred the Frogs legs.

  • Theme: Seafood
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: 15 Eastern Beach Road
  • Phone: 03 5221 6645
  • Directions: Geelong Waterfront, not far from the Carousela and Cunningham Pier
  • Website: http://www.leparisien.com.au

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