RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

Big Muster Distilling Co.

Australia’s highest moonshine distillery. Hidden up in the backlots of Dinner Plain Alpine Village, Big Muster Distilling Co. offers bespoke moonshines including Swindlers Gold, their baked apple moonshine, with ingredients totally sourced from Alpine, including apples from the famous Nightingales orchard in Wandiligong. A distillery door is open where you can sample their moonshines as well as the regions best in whiskey’s and gin’s. The restaurant is open on specific days in the green season and most days in the…

Cafe Fez Myrtleford

Café Fez presents a unique atmosphere – a treasure trove of twinkling Moroccan lanterns, silver teapots and colourful woven cushions. Featuring a traditional menu of Middle-Eastern favourites, an astonishing drinks menu carrying an array of teas, a great line-up of local wines and beer, and a quixotic array of cocktails, this chilled-out little gem is the perfect place to relax with a group or snuggle up to a partner in one of the low-slung cushioned booths. A dining experience is…

Gapsted Estate

Gapsted Estate is a family-owned winery and prominent North East Victorian destination, renowned for award-winning emerging varietal wines and restaurant serving delicious cuisine produced from fresh local produce, all set against the backdrop of vineyards overlooking the striking Alpine Valleys. Embark on a journey of discovery with our portfolio of award-winning emerging and classic varieties that represent the purity and expression of the region. With over 30 wines on tasting at the cellar door, you’re sure to find the perfect…

Pepo Farms

Experience the goodness within Pepo Farms. Enter through the gorgeous garden flower boxes on your way to Pepo Farms Tasting room. Taste paddock to plate treats including their famous chocolate coated hazelnuts or chocolate turmeric walnuts; there’s something for the whole family. Fancy something more refined? Their salt brined pumpkin seeds will tantalise your tastebuds, perfect with local cheese, wine, and beer. See the artisan food process in action with their Chocolate panner and Traditional oil mill. Taste their smooth…

North East Wine – Bar and Bottle Shop

Right in the centre of Bright, North East Wine celebrates the best of the region and has proudly taken home the Silver award for New Tourism Business at the 2025 Victorian Tourism Awards. This boutique bar and bottle shop champions the finest wines, beers, and spirits from across North East Victoria, offering visitors a true taste of the region. With a carefully curated lineup sourced directly from local producers, the shelves feature everything from small-batch wines to local craft ales.…

Pepperberry – Hara House

Introducing Pepperberry, a culinary experience nestled within the captivating Hara House in Bright, Victoria. With a five-star menu showcasing local produce and native Australian ingredients, complemented by a curated selection of premium local wines, Pepperberry restaurant offers an exquisite dining experience. Delight in the distinctive flavours, retro ambience, and impeccable service, each dish is crafted with passion and precision. Choose your cocktail of choice, savour delicious poolside snacks and relish in the exciting dinner offerings. Come, join in at Pepperberry,…

Harrietville Hotel Motel

Stay at the Harrietville Hotel Motel and enjoy their comfortable motel rooms and friendly pub atmosphere. With something for everyone, they have standard family rooms sleeping up to five guests as well as deluxe rooms, sleeping up to four guests. All their rooms consist of ensuite bathrooms, televisions, bar fridges, tea and coffee facilities. The deluxe rooms have a toaster as well. Please note there are no cooking facilities in the rooms as there is a Bistro serving lunch and…

Coffee Chakra

Coffee Chakra is a specialty coffee roastery and espresso bar in Myrtleford, where passion for quality meets mindful craft. They focus on micro-roasted coffee beans, homemade sweets (with an emphasis on gluten-free options), and their own signature chai range. From the espresso bar at the front of the roastery, they serve coffee made with intention and pair it with a rotating selection of house-made treats. Beyond the cafe, they proudly supply wholesale customers with freshly roasted beans and chai, helping…

Beechworth Bakery Bright

Surrounded by mountains and located on the Ovens River, beautiful Bright offers a huge selection of experiences all year round: adventure, cycling, food and wine, fishing, swimming, camping, you name it. There is always a good excuse to visit, no matter what your interest. Bright is a starting point for the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, a hiking and cycling path. Bright Museum, in the town’s former train station, documents rail and gold rush history. It’s also a popular base…