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1. General Public - Corio

4.4

Awesome(34)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Corio

GENERAL PUBLIC IT'S ALL IN THE NAME.There really is something for all ages under one stylish roof!Groovy beats, sleek ten pin bowling lanes, & THE BEST digital arcade games in Melbourne. We all love a bit of a feisty table tennis match, or perhaps a few sips around the pool tables (AKA playing a game of pool).Gram worthy function rooms, & a rooftop carpark for those large events.We almost forgot- the TASTIEST menu & fully equipped bars with all your favourite cocktails.

2. Wah Wah Gee

4.1

Excellent(1300)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Geelong City Center

Geelong’s waterfront dining adventure starts here at Wah Wah Gee. Swing by with your friends and take a journey through our collection of Asian inspired sharing dishes ranging from yummy dumplings, to spicy steamed buns and hearty curries – cleverly created by some of the best kitchen ninjas in town.Here at Wah Wah Gee we’re passionate about creating quality, fresh, and fun sharing food at a great price, in a great location, with an even better atmosphere. Kick on after your feed at our rooftop bar, Wah Bah!

3. Wah Bah

3.7

Very Good(87)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Geelong City Center

Welcome to Wah Bah! The cheeky, loud and boisterous younger sibling of Geelong's favourite Asian restaurant, Wah Wah Gee. Eating out has never been so much fun at Geelong’s original Bao Bun Bar! Featuring some seriously good, tasty Bao Buns! Located in the heart of Geelongs CBD, 250m out on the water, our food menu is designed to share while our cocktails offer something for everyone.Date nights, group bookings, semi-private events, we do it all. Please contact our team direct, events@wahbah.com.au if we can assist you in planning your next special occasion. Book your table today and see what all the fuss is a'bao!

4. The Petrel Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(106)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Geelong West

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Geelong's oldest pub the Petrel Hotel!We are a food focused pub and restaurant offering generous and genuine hospitality from the walls of a historic building. Head chef Molly Fuge brings local and international flavours together with classic pub dishes like The Petrel Cheeseburger and Lemon Herb Crumbed Snapper + Chips. Glazed Beef Skewers with Mango Chimichurri are already a house staple, Oysters shucked to order with pomegranate granita and a perfect Lamb Rump sits atop heirloom tomatoes, black olive and green beans await you!Join us in our light filled dining room dressed with paintings and treasures that nod to Australian pubs and county homes. Our grand wooden bar sits at solidly offering a home to wine with a focus on smaller Australian producers with a few international gems nestled between. Ice cold beer taps flow and simple considered cocktails line the bar. The Petrel Hotel team awaits you to sit, sip, eat and enjoy.

5. Frankie Geelong

4.7

Exceptional(899)

Price: Moderate

• Pan-Asian • Geelong City Center

Booked 14 times today

frankie. Bar and Eatery. A premier Geelong venue specialising in cuisine from all parts of Asia (Pan-Asian-Fusion), a killer cocktail menu and unique local wine list.Our strikingly beautiful and large venue spaces are all sophisticated, elegant arrangements of banquet seating, booths and soft, comfortable chairs. We have two stunning levels, both available for private functions (big or small) or casual dining and drink experiences. Check our website or socials for further information. Most reservations have a 2 hour time limit. We do not have high-chairs, so please send a note with your booking if you need space for a pram. Table decorations and your own cake are welcomed! We cant wait to see you!Team frankie.

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6. Malt Shovel Taphouse Geelong

4.6

Exceptional(481)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Geelong City Center

Booked 6 times today

At Malt Shovel, we still remember our first craft beer. A life-changing moment. A world of floral hops. A world of toffee malts. A world of discovery, refreshment and satisfaction. Craft beer was here and things would be the same again.At Malt Shovel Taphouse Geelong the focus will be on authentic stories and flavours that make craft beer so unique. It will have a changing roster of great beers combined with great people and great food. **Please note** Inside bookings are a combination of low tables are high tables and chairs. Bookings of 10+ will be on a high table. All bookings outside are required to order at the bar.Bookings Friday & Saturday after 8.30pm are DRINKS ONLYAll Friday-Sunday bookings of 20+ prior to 8.30 will be required to choose one of our group menus please send us an email to confirm these options.Kitchen: Sunday-Wednesday 11.30-3pm then 5-approx 8Friday & Saturday 11.30am-3 then 5-approx 8

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7. Justin Lane Geelong

4.3

Awesome(265)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Geelong City Center

Booked 20 times today

Justin Lane Geelong is a fun Italian spot with a vibrant atmosphere. Customers rave about the 'super funky' decor and the 'great variety' of food. The 'Feed Me' banquet is a hit, allowing everyone to sample multiple dishes. With 'lively cocktails', 'lively ambience', and 'great service', it's a place that's 'unreal', 'great' and 'recommended'. The venue also offers a 'wonderful service', 'delicious food' and a 'beautiful venue'.

8. Centra Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(45)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Geelong West

Booked 2 times today

Centra Hotel is a family owned and run historic corner hotel, conveniently located in the Geelong CBD.Boasting an impressive selection of wine, cocktails, and serving the best in Italian fare, Centra is a popular dining choice for both Geelong locals and visitors to the region.If you’re looking to have larger groups for dinner, the Private Dining Room can accommodate up to 14 guests, and the building’s multiple indoor & outdoor event spaces can be set for groups of up to 30 for full à la carte service upon request.After a space for a stand-up event? We can host groups of up to 120 people across multiple spaces for your event. Head to www.centrahotel.com.au/functions to check out the available event spaces and the function booklet.Please Note: -Some areas in the building are not Wheelchair Accessible.-Smaller bookings may be subject to a maximum 2-hour sitting time.-Non-Refundable deposits to hold larger bookings may apply.We look forward to seeing you soon.Team Centra.

9. Anther Distillery

5.0

Exceptional(24)

Price: Moderate

• Distillery • Geelong West

Anther Distillery - The Geelong Distillery. We're makers of Australia’s Champion Gin and IWSC winners, stands as the cocktail gateway to Greater Geelong and the Great Ocean Road. Anther Distillery is located under the famous chimney in the historic Federal Mills complex; just 60mins from Melbourne CBD and 10mins from North Geelong Station. Anther Distillery offers the unique experience of a real working gin distillery combining with a full service bar, run by distillers and master mixologists alike. A generous tourism offering, Anther Distillery gives the spirit lover or the adventurous at heart the opportunity to discover the flavours of Australia’s craft gin industry. Anther Distillery provides bookable distillery tours with the Anther team which include cocktail on arrival, guided Anther Gin tasting and sensory tours of native botanicals.

10. The Other Bar

4.8

Exceptional(6)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Geelong West

THE OTHER BAR GEELONG- where traditional cocktails meet a modern tapas experience.189 Moorabool St, Geelong.

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Paul
Victoria •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Friendly and attentive staff. Food was very nice - a step up from usual pub food. Good range of wines at reasonable price.
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The Petrel HotelPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Geelong West
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4.6
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Gursewak
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The service and the ambiance was fantastic. We ordered the gnocchi and the lasagna which were tasty and filling. We ordered mocktails to drink but it wasn’t the best value - too expensive for what we were getting. Overall a brilliant place and will come back again!
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Funghi E TartufoPrice: Moderate• Vegan• Melbourne CBD
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4.4
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Grace
Victoria •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great experience lots of fun and great food
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General Public - CorioPrice: Moderate• Australian• Corio
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4.4
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Jen
Victoria •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 12, 2024
Excellent experience. When staff were informed I was Coeliac they gave me a Gluten Free Menu which had all Gluten Free dishes and options highlighted, so easy to read and loved not having to search for Gf in small print beside items on menu. M I felt so spoiled and thoroughly enjoyed my meal. So happy to be made feel special rather than "different" because I'm Coeluac. I'll definitely be a return customer!
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Wah Wah GeePrice: Moderate• Asian• Geelong City Center
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4.1
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CraigM
Victoria •1 review
4.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2024
Happy hour prices were sensational. No complaints with regard's to the food. Service at beginning of evening was a bit hit and miss but improved as more staff where working. Atmosphere was good , bar got busier as evening progressed . Overall was a good night. Would go back again for sure.
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Wah BahPrice: Moderate• Asian• Geelong City Center
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3.7

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. General Public - Corio

2. Wah Wah Gee

3. Wah Bah

4. The Petrel Hotel

5. Frankie Geelong

6. Malt Shovel Taphouse Geelong

7. Justin Lane Geelong

8. Centra Hotel

9. Anther Distillery

10. The Other Bar

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