RESTAURANTS & CAFES

PLACES TO EAT IN BRIGHT

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…

Hotel High Plains

Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Hotham Alpine Resort and Hotham Airport, Hotel High Plains is your premier, year round host, in the spectacular and unique Alpine Village of Dinner Plain. Their in-house Cobungra Bar and Stone’s Throw Restaurant provide exceptional dining experiences, and hospitality with personality, in a true, quintessential High Country aesthetic, filled with large open fireplaces, internal rock walls and huge natural timbers, that create a warm and inviting ambience. A carefully constructed, extensive wine list consisting…

Quaff Wine Bar

Situated right in the heart of Mount Beauty, Quaff Wine Bar is all about the fantastic local wines that make this area special. They’re here to keep it simple – showcasing awesome wines and creating a laid-back hangout for both locals and visitors. No frills, just good drinks, good vibes, and a great time. They’re also serving coffee from 2:30pm until closing and plating up amazing local produce to snack on.

The Yard Bright

The Yard Bright is your go-to spot for fun and flavour in the heart of Bright, Victoria. From the moment you walk in, you’ll feel the vibrant energy. The menu features a playful mix of Southern American inspired share plates and quick bites, perfect for any occasion. Pair your meal with one of the many cheekily curated Australian botanical cocktails or choose from a local-focused wine list that showcases the best of nearby vineyards. Whether you’re gathering with family or…

Porepunkah Pub

Nestled in the foothills of the Victorian Alps, the Porepunkah Pub has long stood as a cherished cornerstone of this small town. More than just a place to grab a drink or a meal, the pub embodies the heart and soul of Porepunkah, serving as a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. Its rustic charm, with exposed brick and a welcoming fireplace, offers a nostalgic ambience that transports patrons back to simpler times. For decades, the Porepunkah Pub has…

Mt Hotham Alpine Resort

Challenge yourself on some of the best ski and snowboarding terrain in Australia at Mt Hotham, in the heart of the Victorian Alps where breathtaking views of the surrounding alpine peaks stretch for miles. Hotham is well known for its steep and exhilarating terrain, but also has nice and easy slopes for first timers to learn to ski/snowboard and become familiar with chairlifts. At Hotham you will discover acres of skiable terrain, from carving beautifully groomed slopes to fresh tracks…

Food Wine Friends

Food Wine Friends is a family owned and operated cafe located in Bright, Victoria. The warm and cosy little cafe that always feels like home, with tables for groups of all sizes as well as comfy couches that a perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee on a winters day. The menu has all the classic breakfast and lunch options with a few different choices available for customers looking to try new things. They cater to diets of all varieties…

Sixpence Coffee Roasters

Nestled in the foothills of the Australian Alps in spectacular Bright, Sixpence Coffee is a family owned and run small batch roastery with a team of motivated professionals striving for excellence in all things coffee. The team are passionate about bringing quality coffee to North East Victoria, and this is reflected in everything they do. From the initial bean selection, roasting, brewing, and customer service, the team strives to deliver exceptional quality. The Coffee Bar is located in an old…

Reed and Co. Distillery

A craft distillery, bar and restaurant, Reed and Co. Distillery was established in 2016 by hatted-chefs-turned-distillers Hamish Nugent and Rachel Reed in Bright, Victoria. Reed and Co. is inspired by the beautiful natural landscape of their home in Victoria’s High Country, and the flavours of North East Victoria are carried through everything they do. This started with their flagship Remedy Australian Bush Dry Gin – an ode to their hometown – and continues now with their range of award-winning gins,…