Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

5.0

103 Reviews

$101 and over

Modern Australian

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2 people

Dec 1, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for brunch

Discover Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes, an idyllic farm in Victoria's central highlands, a short 15-minute drive from Ballarat's CBD. Specialising in Black Perigord truffles in winter and tuber aestivum in summer, our sensory journey includes truffle experiences and cuisine by chef Liam Downes in our 24-seat restaurant and gardens.
Whether for a Friday long lunch or a three-hour truffle experience with a chef's degustation, our offerings cater to diverse preferences. Emphasizing a farm-to-plate philosophy, we prioritize ingredient sourcing from our farm and the local landscape. Join us for a culinary adventure, delighting in the freshest flavours of the season.
Our commitment to sustainability and local partnerships ensures each dish reflects the region. The lush landscapes surrounding our farm contribute to a truly immersive experience, inviting you to connect with nature and indulge in truffle-infused creations.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$101 and over
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Phone number
0428 035 083
Website
http://www.blackcattruffles.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
150 Howards Rd, Wattle Flat, AU-VIC 3352
Neighborhood
Wattle Flat
Parking details
Private Lot

Experiences

Christmas in the Truffière
A$220.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 21, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024
Indulge in a lavish Christmas-themed lunch featuring an abundance of summer truffles, complemented by an exhilarating truffle hunt and an exquisite selection of beverages, all for $220 per person. Take home a piece of the experience with our handcrafted providore items available for purchase on the day. We accommodate dietary requirements to the best of our abilities* on an individual basis. Dietaries will not be catered for on the day, so please let us know prior to the day. For children under 12, the price is $50 per child, which will include a meal, soft drinks and dessert. Kindly specify the number of attending children when booking. Children aged 12 and above will be charged at full price.
Brunch
Multiple dates available
Indulge in the refined ambiance of the Black Cat Truffle gardens as you join us for an exquisite Sunday brunch experience. Delight in the culinary artistry of our ever-evolving seasonal A la carte brunch menu, complemented by the richness of coffee sourced from the esteemed Karon Farm. Elevate your brunch affair with our enticing bottomless option, allowing you to savor a choice of breakfast, artisanal coffee, and limitless mimosas.
Spring Dining
A$120.00 per person
Sep 7, 2024 - Dec 1, 2024
With the end of the 2024 Winter Truffle Season fast approaching, we’re incredibly excited to share with you all our spring offering. Whilst our famous perigord truffles will have come to an end, we plan on showcasing our kitchen garden, local produce and a fantastic selection of local wines. Choose from 5 or 8 courses on the day. $90/$120pp $30 under 12 menu We do need to know any dietaries prior to your arrival.

What 103 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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5.0

5 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.9Value

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Victoria
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Great for brunch
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Innovative
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Modern Australian

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Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes offers an enchanting dining experience with "incredible food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the engaging truffle hunts with Dot the dog and the exquisite degustation menus. Set in a "beautiful location," this restaurant delivers a warm, welcoming atmosphere and unforgettable culinary adventures.

103 Reviews

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Lee
Victoria
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed the most delicious 6 course lunch for a friends 50 th. The food was outstanding, each dish was amazing, couldn’t fault a thing . The setting is beautiful, food amazing , staff friendly and left us to savour and enjoy the experience. Highly recommend it, will definitely be back again
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Louise
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our family lunch at Black Cat Truffle Farm was outstanding. The food was delicious and beautifully presented, and the service was excellent. Everything about the occasion was wonderful, and we highly recommend this gorgeous place to others—it is something very special.
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Daryl
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the time you arrive until the time you leave you are made to feel as if you’re the most important people Great food Wonderful atmosphere Highly recommend Will certainly be back next time we will bring friends so that they can experience what we are raving about
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Oliver
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing is all you can say. Food is impeccable. Staff are so friendly and polite. Beautiful venue. Cannot recommend more.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A beautiful experience amongst the oak trees. Subtle flavours and a beautiful setting 5⭐️
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MADISON
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely divine. The most perfect degustation menu, beautiful food and perfect portions. Would highly recommend to anyone who appreciates a delicious long lunch and gorgeous ambience.
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Ella
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great, it all came out with plenty of time to chat between each dish. Each dish was absolutely delish, the service was great. It was quite enough to talk which was lovely, will definitely be heading back.
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Lauren
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delicious breakfast experience, with excellent customer service and great value. Highly recommend!
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Fiona
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional service and food, as always. Thank you Liam and team.
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V
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely lunch at Black Cat Truffles as part of the Creswick Garden Lovers weekend … my friend and I decided to share some plates (they work well for this) and loved every mouthful. I also had a chat with Liam as we left about his gardens and the fancy chickens roaming around. He has a small kitchen but produces top notch food that I would highly recommend. I will be back at some stage.
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FAQs

Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes is rated 5 stars by 103 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Dec 1, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

150 Howards Rd, Wattle Flat, AU-VIC 3352

Additional information

Neighborhood
Wattle Flat
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Price
$101 and over
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Website
http://www.blackcattruffles.au/
Phone number
0428 035 083

Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Christmas in the Truffière

Brunch

Spring Dining

Menu

What 103 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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