Mildura is a serious haven for foodies, with some of the finest restaurants and chefs in the Victoria region plying their trade on the banks of the Murray. Whether your tastes run to Modern Australian, fascinating fusion menus, contemporary Thai or the remarkable variety from local hero Stefano de Pieri, you’ll be sure to find something special.
A fascinating and eclectic blend of Asian and Northern European flavours with local produce and ingredients, Botanica reflects the background of Scandinavian-Australian head chef Dag Demarkow. A formal, fine dining sensation with some really exciting tastes and flavours, Botanica is the place to head to for a fascinating and unusual culinary experience that you won’t forget in a hurry. Open Monday to Saturday from 6pm to 10pm.
Funky, fun and vibrant, with a seriously hipster twist, Brass Monkey serves up an ambiance and atmosphere to rival its sensational street food offerings. A little off the beaten track, outside the centre of town and tucked down a laneway, it is well worth seeking this place out for its bold Asian, South American and Mediterranean-influenced sharing plates, and its hard-hitting wine and cocktail list. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 12pm to 3pm and 6pm to 11pm.
Just fifteen minutes from town, the restaurant at Trentham Estate Winery is surprisingly laid-back and casual considering its vineyard location. Stunning panoramic views of the Murray compliment the excellent food and obviously top draw wine list, and the estate cellar door offers wine tastings in case you arrive a little early for lunch! Classy and elegant yet relaxed and understated, this is a really fantastic place to enjoy the best of Mildura. Open Wednesday to Sunday from 12pm to 3pm.
Award-winning chef Andy Nguyen brings a classy and exciting take on traditional Thai cuisine at his beautiful restaurant in the heart of Mildura. Serving up modern Asian food with a twist in the lovely Balinese-inspired garden, this is a real peach of a place, and one of the best eateries in Mildura. An added bonus for families is the children’s play area, perfect for little ones to enjoy. Open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 2pm and 5pm to 9pm, and Sunday 5pm to 9pm.
Pizza Café at the Grand is the perfect combination of inexpensive, family-friendly comfort food, with all the atmosphere of the Grand Hotel dining strip. Located a stone’s throw from the Murray and the Ornamental Lakes Park, the Pizza Cafe serves up magnificent wood-fired pizzas along with a decent menu of salads, pastas and sides. Cheerful and easygoing, this is the perfect spot for a hungry family. Open Monday to Saturday from 11am to 10pm, and Sunday 11:30am to 9pm.
Stefano de Pieri is a renowned local foodie and restaurateur in Mildura, with a range of different and delightful offerings to choose from. The Spanish Grill is our pick, as the only dedicated wood-fired grill and steakhouse in town. The historic dining room is a special place to dine, and the meat is locally-sourced and lovingly prepared, alongside wonderful Spanish treats like cheese croquettes and pork wrapped in prosciutto. Open Monday to Saturday from 5pm to 9pm.