Bendigo Guidebook
Food scene
Authentic Italian Cuisine that is very popular with the locals.
14 locals recommend
Borchelli Ristorante
105 View StAuthentic Italian Cuisine that is very popular with the locals.
Authentic Japanese food, also popular with the locals. Currently only open Wed-Sat for dinner.
11 locals recommend
Harpoon Social Club
36 High StAuthentic Japanese food, also popular with the locals. Currently only open Wed-Sat for dinner.
Best coffee I have found in town. They also serve yummy French style cakes. Sadly not open Sundays or Mondays. Brekky and lunch only on other days.
Cafe Essence
53 Bull StBest coffee I have found in town. They also serve yummy French style cakes. Sadly not open Sundays or Mondays. Brekky and lunch only on other days.
Very good value for money classic pub food. Also walking distance away from me which is a bonus. *Closed Mondays*
21 locals recommend
The Rifle Brigade Hotel
137 View StVery good value for money classic pub food. Also walking distance away from me which is a bonus. *Closed Mondays*
Fantastic place for brekky or lunch. Less than 5min drive away. *Closed Sundays*
14 locals recommend
Percy and Percy
110 Hargreaves StFantastic place for brekky or lunch. Less than 5min drive away. *Closed Sundays*
I have found this to be a great affordable Thai restaurant with classic Thai vibes. *Closed Sundays*
Mali Thai (Mali in Bendigo)
I have found this to be a great affordable Thai restaurant with classic Thai vibes. *Closed Sundays*
Sightseeing
Rosalind Park
30 Gaol RdLovely place for a stroll or picnic.
I have never actually done this one as I am a tad claustrophobic - however I have heard it is great.
65 locals recommend
Central Deborah Gold Mine
76 Violet StI have never actually done this one as I am a tad claustrophobic - however I have heard it is great.
Bendigo Tramways
1 Tramways AveHistoric talking tram ride through the heart of Bendigo.
Arts Scene
Have a fantastic permanent collection and great exhibitions run regularly.
97 locals recommend
Bendigo Art Gallery
42 View StHave a fantastic permanent collection and great exhibitions run regularly.
The Capital
50 View StPlays, opera, concerts, dance troupes etc