Hotel Canberra

4.9

53 Reviews

$101 and over

Australian

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2 people

Jan 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

We are kicking off 2025 with a new menu. Starting Feb 13, chef Jigs Liwanag is changing the menu to offer a la carte dining across both VestaxJigs and Bobbys Bar. Starters, small plates, large plates and treats to finish are available Weds - Sat from Feb 13

Our award winning restaurant has limited seating so get in early. Just a 400m stroll to Lake Wendouree and about 1km from the heart of Ballarat, this stunning venue has a gorgeous backyard, outdoor seating and waqrm knowledgeable staff.

Join us at Hotel Canberra for a truly wonderful dining experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$101 and over
Cuisines
Australian, Contemporary Asian, Filipino
Hours of operation
Breakfast Tue–Sun 8:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Bar Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
0483 124 323
Website
https://www.hotelcanberra.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jigs Liwanag
Catering
Please contact us about external catering
Private party facilities
Please contact us about your event

Location
812 Macarthur St, Ballarat Central, AU-VIC 3350
Neighborhood
Ballarat
Cross street
Creswick Road
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 53 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Hotel Canberra offers an unmatched dining experience in Ballarat, with a meticulously curated menu of exquisite dishes paired with unique Victorian beers and wines. Guests rave about the "amazing staff," "beautiful food," and "joyful flavor on every plate." The exceptional venue and ambiance create memorable moments, making each visit truly special.

53 Reviews

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MICHAEL
Brisbane
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The only reason I gave this restaurant 5 stars is because you can’t give 6. Everything is amazing, but the way they take care of you and the ambiance make this an experience worth every cent. The 6 course degustation was world class. Wow.
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Julie
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is always amazing here. Great service and ambiance.
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Jane
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jigs is an artist with food, amazing flavour combinations and truly stunning flavour combinations. Peter is the ultimate host taking care of everything with seamless professionalism. I heartily recommend eating at the Canberra
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Zoe
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
High expectations, but delivered one of the best meals I've ever had. At one point, literally drinking the last morsel of jus from the jug, and unashamedly wiping the plate clean. Vesta x Jigs is incredible, and worth the drive to Ballarat to experience. The inimitable @dillonpete is working his butt off to serve you the best of the local best, but rest assured it's not pretentious, it's just simply gorgeous, joyful flavour on every plate. @jhigiboy is an off the charts creative, kind hearted human with an obsession for flavour. His beautiful spirit shines through in every bite, and it's one of life's true pleasures to eat his food. Hearing his inspiration for each course, the joy he finds in cooking carrots in their own juice, and the end result of 'carrot puree on steroids', are just one example of this. Pete's knowledge, wit and extensive connections with local producers and winemakers, adds a special dimension to the meal - sharing from his secret cellar stash and opening your tastebuds to new varieties alike. Core memory created. That lamb will live on in my memory forever. #jus4lyf Well done boys, it's bloody hard work but you're doing something very special. Thank you ✨💕
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Andrea
Victoria
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional venue, food and service. The stable was the perfect setting for a long summer lunch to celebrate a birthday. Our Melbourne guests were extremely impressed. Well done boys 👏👏
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Ellen
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our degustation dinner. Wonderful, friendly service. Beautiful food. We were celebrating a birthday and extra special effort was made to help us to do. We will be back!
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Kelly Jane
Adelaide
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 4, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
It felt a bit like an MKR experience- good intentions that lack the discipline of an experienced chef.
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Renea
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I absolutely love Hotel Canberra, the staff, the food and the venue is amazing
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RobinB
Brisbane
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great Sunday brunch for us. Great food, great people and great ambience
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pandy
Victoria
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Canberra is quite simply the best dining experience in Ballarat. The menu is always exquisitely curated with amazing dishes, matched superbly with interesting Victorian beers and wines. Having dined here on numerous occasions we have never been disappointed. Bravo boys 👏👏
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Hotel Canberra is rated 4.9 stars by 53 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

Jan 8, 2025

7:00 PM

812 Macarthur St, Ballarat Central, AU-VIC 3350

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Creswick Road
Neighborhood
Ballarat
Hours of operation
Breakfast Tue–Sun 8:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Bar Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$101 and over
Cuisines
Australian, Contemporary Asian, Filipino
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jigs Liwanag
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.hotelcanberra.au/
Phone number
0483 124 323
Catering
Please contact us about external catering
Private party facilities
Please contact us about your event

Hotel Canberra

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

6 course

6 course degustation A$110.00

8 Course

8 course degustation A$140.00

What 53 people are saying

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