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Bau Bau Dining

18 Ranelagh Dr, Mount Eliza VIC 3930, Australia

Recommended by 52 people

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18 Ranelagh Dr, Mount Eliza VIC 3930, Australia

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+61 3 8768 8639
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bau Bau Dining

Bau Bau Dining brings polished Italian fine dining and an all-Italian cellar straight to Mount Eliza village. Plates shift often—sometimes mid-service—led by in-house pasta and garden harvests. Regulars drop in for the two-course daytime set paired with a pour of Chianti, while evening diners linger over duck ragu risotto, crisp-crusted pork cutlets with bitter greens, and delicate crudo snapper.

  • Dynamic Seasonal Italian: Dishes rotate frequently according to garden produce and kitchen availability, complemented by house-made pasta.
  • Weekday Set Lunch: Two-course daytime offering featuring market mains and an included glass of wine.
  • Italian Wine Program: A focused cellar highlighting regional Italian bottles alongside vermouths and digestifs.
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What's On at Bau Bau Dining

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Dine at Bau Bau Dining

Discover why diners choose Bau Bau Dining for village fine dining, multi-course weekday lunches, and intimate celebrations.

  • City-Caliber Fine Dining in the Village

    Mount Eliza diners can access sophisticated city-standard Italian gastronomy right in the village, featuring expertly crafted dishes and intuitive service.

    city level - fine dining quality

    Meghan Pollard

  • Authentic Yet Innovative Italian Cooking

    Diners enjoy exceptionally fresh, inventive Italian dishes cooked to perfection without having to travel into Melbourne.

    so authentic, yet innovative

    From Basque with Love

  • Value-Driven Daytime Set Menu

    Daytime diners enjoy a curated two-course set lunch paired with an included glass of quality wine at an attractive price point.

    The set menu for lunch was delicious, and a great price for what we were served.

    Anita Lyovic

  • All-Inclusive Structured Lunching

    The structured multi-course lunch offering provides a complete dining experience with wine and coffee bundled into the meal.

    We had the excellent 2 course main set menu, which included an entree, a glass of quality wine and some great italian coffee

    Tony Danino

  • Intimate Milestone Celebrations

    Guests celebrating anniversaries and milestones find an intimate, warm ambiance complemented by accommodating and attentive staff.

    Bau Bau had a very intimate atmosphere and was great for celebrating our anniversary.

    Thanh Huynh

  • Attentive Care for Special Occasions

    Birthday gatherings and family celebrations are elevated by polished floor hospitality and seamless dining care.

    Was taken out to this little gem on my b'day Sunday gone. I cant thank the waitress enough. She really looked after us.

    Christine Stuart

Signature mains and acclaimed dining formats celebrated by guests

  • 2-Course Set Lunch Special

    Had the lunch special two courses and wine.

    Sam Bartlett

  • Duck Ragu Risotto

    I had the duck Ragu risotto which was just delicious

    Matt Beesley

  • Blue Eye Cod with Burnt Butter

    blue eye cod with burnt butter for her main

    Matt Beesley

  • Pork Cutlet with Bitter Greens

    pork cutlet with bitter greens which also was 10 out of 10. perfectly cooked

    Matt Beesley

Beyond the menu

Elevated hospitality touches that define the Bau Bau dining experience

  • Owner-Chef Welcome

    Owner and chef Matthew steps onto the floor alongside his dining room team to personally welcome guests and share culinary insights.

  • Tailored Italian Pairings & Digestifs

    Staff provide tailored drink pairings from an Italian-focused cellar based on guests' personal palates, complemented by an Italian vermouth and liqueur selection.

  • In-House Pasta & Garden Sourcing

    The kitchen crafts fresh pasta daily on-site and sources ingredients directly from their own garden, rotating menu selections frequently based on daily quality.

  • Inclusive Multi-Course Lunch Pairing

    A structured daytime menu delivers two courses bundled with a glass of quality wine and authentic Italian coffee for a complete midday meal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a lunch special available?

Bau Bau Dining offers a structured two-course lunch special that includes an entrée, main course, and an accompanying glass of wine.

How does the menu and portion sizing work?

The menu changes frequently—sometimes every several days or mid-service—showcasing in-house made pasta and seasonal produce, with portions leaning toward lighter, curated courses rather than oversized plates.

Should I book a table in advance?

Reservations are accepted and recommended, especially as the dining room can fill completely during weekend and evening services, though last-minute tables are occasionally accommodated.

What beverage options are offered?

The restaurant features an Italian-focused wine list complemented by a curated selection of Italian vermouths, cocktails, and digestifs.

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