Restaurant
Exemplary Australian cuisine in a serene lakeside setting
Crittenden
Restaurant
Our modern Australian menu celebrates local producers and the rhythm of the seasons. Under the direction of Head Chef Brunno Melo, each dish highlights the region’s freshest ingredients and pairs beautifully with Crittenden’s cool-climate wines.
Join us for a relaxed lunch served daily from 12 pm, or dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings from 6pm until late.
Main dining area
Our main dining area flows seamlessly between the inviting indoor space and the covered deck, where guests can take in tranquil views across the lake. We welcome bookings indoors of up to ten guests, and for larger groups we invite you to get in touch at restaurant@crittendenwines.com.au
If you’d like to dine on the deck, simply note this when booking and we’ll do our best to accommodate you, depending on availability and weather.
Summer opening hours:
Lunch daily from 12pm
Dinner Friday & Saturday from 6pm
Terrace
Set right on the lake's edge, the Terrace is a relaxed outpost to the main Restaurant and operates with its own extensive menu from our food truck kitchen, operating every Saturday & Sunday (weather permitting).
Mid-week visitors to the Terrace dine from the main restaurant menu via QR codes.
There's an extensive grassy area for the kids to run around, making the lake side Terrace ideal for long family get togethers or casual catch ups with friends. A perfect Mornington Peninsula winery destination!
The Terrace is open from 12pm daily and accommodates walk ins only. Kitchen closes at 5pm.
* You cannot book for the Terrace - walk ins only
* The Terrace is open subject to weather permitting.
* Terrace menu operates from our Food Truck and is subject to change
* Mid-week Terrace visitors dine from Restaurant menu
* No pets
Groups & functions
From long lunches to milestone moments, Crittenden Restaurant offers a relaxed yet refined setting for any occasion. Enjoy seasonal dishes, award-winning wines, and sweeping views across the lake - the perfect backdrop for birthdays, team gatherings, or simply celebrating life. Our Events Coordinator will ensure every detail is thoughtfully taken care of, creating a memorable experience here at Crittenden.
Groups of 10 or more dining in the Restaurant are required to order from our Feed Me menu at $95 per person. This applies to adults & children 15 years and older. If your 10+ group has children under the age of 15, all adults are required to dine using the Feed Me Menu, whilst children under 15 may order from our Children’s Menu. Please contact us directly to book.
Weddings
Say “I do” with lake views, fine wine, and a menu that celebrates the beauty of the season. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a full-day celebration, Crittenden Restaurant offers a relaxed yet elegant setting to share good food, great company, and unforgettable moments. We’ll work with you to create a day that feels personal, joyful, and effortlessly beautiful, just as it should be.
