Creswick, Clunes & Surroundings - Dining & Takeaway Guide
It's not hard to hark back to a genteel era of dining in Creswick and Clunes, but that doesn't mean these gold rush towns are stuck in the past. A mix of modern Australian and multicultural cuisines awaits you, fashioned from the freshest local produce. Enjoy!
Creswick Restaurants & Pubs
The American Hotel
Address: 90 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Tue - Sat
Phone: (03) 5345 2510
Website: www.theamericancreswick.com.au
Admire the memorabilia on display as you partake of the delicious fare at The American Creswick. This commodious hotel is an enduring link with the town's storied past.
Farmers Arms Hotel
Address: 31 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Daily
Phone: (03) 5345 2221
Website: www.farmersarmscreswick.com
For a pub-style paddock-to-plate dining experience, you can't go wrong at the Farmers Arms Hotel. Order a pre-lunch-or-dinner drink in the bar, before heading to the dining room to enjoy your choice of meal.
Odessa at Leaver's Hotel
Address: 80 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Fri - Sun
Phone: 0428 694 258
Website: www.odessa-at-leavers.com
This cosy bar and live music venue in the heart of town serves a changing menu of mains and bar snacks, along with fine local wines, craft beers. and cocktails.
Smokeytown Cafe & Restaurant
Address: 77 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Tue - Sun
Phone: (03) 5345 1557
Smokeytown dishes up an eclectic mix of modern Australian and Indian dishes, alongside coffee and cakes. The quirky setting is adorned with heritage flourishes.
Three Founders Restaurant
Address: RACV Goldfields Resort, 1500 Midland Hightway, Creswick
Open: Daily
Phone: (03) 5345 9600
Website: www.racv.com.au
Three Founders' carefully curated menu and wine list showcase the finest produce from the surrounding region. Enjoy sumptuous dishes prepared with distinction.
Springs Bar & Terrace
Address: RACV Goldfields Resort, 1500 Midland Hightway, Creswick
Open: Daily
Phone: (03) 5345 9600
Website: www.racv.com.au
Relax over a light lunch or casual dinner accompanied by a wide range of local craft beers, wines, and cocktails. The contemporary bistro Icafe-style menu features options to suit all tastes.
Raffa's Pizza & Burger Bar
Address: 84 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Thu - Sun
Phone: (03) 5377 1340
Website: www.raffas.com.au
Raffa's Pizza & Burger Bar is your go-to destination for hearty casual dining in Creswick. Eat at their licensed premises or order your meal to go.
Cafes & Bakeries
Cafe Curtin
Address: 5 Cushing Avenue, Creswick
Open: Daily
Phone: (03) 5345 9999
This delightful cafe is attached to John Curtin Aged Care. Members of the wider local community and visitors are welcome to enjoy the menu of house-prepared light meals.
Creswick County Bakery
Address: 61A Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Daily
Phone: (03) 5373 8485
Website: www.facebook.comlCreswickBakery
Enjoy the quintessential country bakery experience at this family owned and operated business. Everything is baked fresh onsite.
il Bello Caffe
Address: 67A Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Daily
An inventive breakfast and brunch menu awaits you at this popular cafe. Pull up a pew in the courtyard and dine al fresco.
I Love Coffee & Candy
Address: 34 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Wed - Sun
Phone: 0438 285 128
Website: www.ilovecoffeeandcandy.com.au
If you love coffee and candy, you'll adore I love Coffee and Candy! It serves great coffee, along with hot chocolate, ice cream, and sweet treats.
Le Peche Gourmand
Address: 73 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Mon - Sat
Phone: 0428 167 883
Website: www.lepechegourmand.com.au
This traditional French boulangerie-patisserie makes divine croissants, breads, and pastries. Enjoy your purchase in store or head for one of Creswick's three lakes for a picnic.
Little Ezra and Olive
Address: 48 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Mon - Fri
Phone: 0425 756 559
Website: www.facebook.com/littleezraandolive
Little Ezra and Olive is a groovy coffee caravan that serves locally roasted coffee. It can be found right outside the IGA supermarket entrance.
Shirls Cafe
Address: 56 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Daily
Phone: 0417 349 097
Friendly and relaxed, Shirls Cafe makes sandwiches to order. It also stocks a range of handmade products by local artisans.
Takeaway
Creswick Noodle Kitchen
Address: 57 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Thu - Sun
Phone: (03) 5301 5911
Order from a wide range of freshly cooked noodle dishes to go. The service is fast and efficient.
Flemo's Milkbar & Takeaway
Address: 85 Clunes Road, Creswick
Open: Mon - Fri
Phone: (03) 5345 2990
Flemo's is your go-to for delicious traditional takeaway staples and also offers a takeaway Thai food service from Monday to Friday.
Krackerjacks
Address: 18 Albert Street, Creswick
Open: Wed - Sun
(03) 5345 2839
When only fresh fish and chips will do. Krackerjacks has it covered! This popular takeaway shop also offers epic burgers. pizzas, and more.
Clunes
Agatha's Lounge & Wine Bar
Address: 31 Fraser Street, Clunes
Open: Sat & Sun
Phone: 0474 189 065
Website: www.agathas-clunes.square.site
Savour local wines and creative cocktails while listening to live music.
Cafe Fifty Two
Address: 52 Fraser Street, Clunes
Open: Daily 0493 604 058
Website: www.facebook.com/fiftytwoclunes
This cafe serves a seasonal menu and fabulous coffee in an inviting atmosphere.
Clunes Coffee Palace
Address: 50 Fraser Street, Clunes
Open: Fri - Mon
Phone: 0493 469 153
The Clunes Greengrocer
Address: 46 Fraser Street, Clunes
Open: Sun - Fri
Phone: 0412 910 072
A greengrocer. cafe, and wine bar in one!
National Hotel
Address: 35 Fraser Street, Clunes
Open: Wed - Sun
Phone: (03) 5345 3005
Website: www.facebook.com/nationalhotelclunes
You'll be made to feel more than welcome in this quintessential country pub.
O'Haras Clunes Cafe Bakery
Address: 24 Fraser Street, Clunes
Open: Mon - Sat
Phone: (03) 4336 9228
Website: www.instagram.com/OHarasbakery
Tuck into freshly baked pie and pastries.
Surroundings
Black Cat Truffles
Address: 150 Howards Road, Wattle Flat
Open: Fri - Sun
Phone: 0428 035 083
Website: www.blackcattruffles.au
Captains Creek Organic Wines
Address: 120 Kangaroo Hills Road. Blampied
Open: Sat & Sun
Phone: (03) 5345 7408
Website: www.captainscreek.com
Commercial Hotel
Address: 410 Kingston Road, Kingston
Open: Fri - Sun
Phone: (03) 5345 6576
Website: www.thecommercialatkingston.com.au
Smeaton Hotel
Address: 3504 Creswick-Newstead Road, Smeaton
Open: Wed - Sun
Phone: (03) 5345 6205
Website: www.instagram.com/smeatonhotel
Swiss Mountain Hotel
Address: 3454 Midland Highway, Blampied
Open: Wed - Sun
Phone: (03) 5345 7006
Website: www.swissmountainhotel.com.au
Tuki Trout Farm & Restaurant
Address: 60 Stoney Rises Road, Smeaton
Open: Wed - Sun
Phone: (03) 5345 6233
Website: www.tuki.com.au
Check with each venue directly for the latest information on opening hours.
