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Boathouse Restaurant Daylesford

2 Leggatt St, Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia

Recommended by 78 people

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2 Leggatt St, Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia

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+61 3 5348 2199
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Boathouse Restaurant Daylesford

Set right on the edge of Lake Daylesford, this dining room rewards the haul from Melbourne with an unhurried, multi-course lunch. Weekend travellers bypass the town centre for Chef Nixson’s seasonal menu—a flexible two-to-four-course format where diners pick each plate rather than surrender to a set degustation. Courses hit the table cleanly: hand-cut beef tartare, roast quail, and venison fillet paired with local pours like Lyons Will Chardonnay. Service moves at an unforced rhythm, letting the water views take over between courses.

  • Lakefront Setting: A glass-fronted dining room and balcony set directly on Lake Daylesford with sweeping water views.
  • Customizable Course Dining: Flexible two, three, or four-course menus offering multiple individual selections across every course.
  • Regional Wine & Seasonal Plates: Dishes like venison fillet, quail, and beef tartare paired with local bottles such as Lyons Will Chardonnay.
  • Milestone Hospitality: Attentive hospitality with celebratory touches like anniversary cakes and house canapés.
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Why Dine at Boathouse Restaurant Daylesford

From milestone anniversary dinners to relaxed waterfront long lunches, reserve your table by Lake Daylesford and savor the occasion.

  • Unforgettable Milestone Dining

    From personalized anniversary surprises to attentive floor service, celebratory milestones are met with thoughtful hospitality that leaves guests feeling thoroughly valued.

    went the extra mile making sure we enjoyed our stay.

    Shantha Horton

  • Flexible Multi-Course Menus

    Unlike rigid tasting menus, guests enjoy choice across multiple courses with artistic plating, balanced flavors, and flexible dining configurations.

    We dined the 3-course menu where you could choose from options in each course, and each plate was divine in presentation and flavour.

    Photography by Delvene

  • Idyllic Waterfront Pacing

    Set right against Lake Daylesford, the dining room offers panoramic water views that turn an afternoon meal into an unhurried regional retreat.

    suits a lazy lunch rather than a quick stop.

    SimonTT

  • Curated Regional Wine Pairings

    A thoughtfully curated drinks list highlights standout local winemakers, perfectly complementing a relaxed long lunch overlooking the lake.

    A perfect wine to drink over lunch overlooking the lake.

    Albert Schriever

  • Large-Group Hospitality

    Private dining events and pre-wedding celebrations are handled with smooth coordination and attentive care across large parties.

    Even though we were a large group, the staff were amazing looking after everyone and they were so friendly as well.

    Brett

  • Multi-Generational Family Celebrations

    Significant birthdays and multi-generational gatherings are catered to with generous pacing, knowledgeable staff, and accommodating menu options.

    An awesome experience for my 80th birthday with my fabulous and generous family.

    Val Lee

Celebrated culinary highlights from the multi-course lakeside dining menu

  • Venison Filet

    For main I had the venison filet. Again perfectly cooked.

    Albert Schriever

  • Oysters

    Can’t rave enough about the oysters - best I ever had!

    Anna Blaby

  • Kingfish

    Would absolutely recommend the kingfish!

    D G

  • Lava Cake

    The lava cake was so good!

    BigPapaHaris

Other favorites

Thoughtful drinks, sides, and welcome touches that complement lakeside dining.

  • Lyons Will Chardonnay

    Wine selection looked great and we chose a local chardonnay from Lyons Will winnery. A perfect wine to drink over lunch overlooking the lake.

    Albert Schriever

  • Lemon Lime Bitters

    The lemon lime bitters was amazing!

    BigPapaHaris

  • Potato Gratin

    We thought we would be hungry and added potatoe gratin , I could hardly walk !!

    jon

  • Salmon Canapé

    Lovely extras of bread rolls and salmon canape and a lovely surprise for my wifes birthday,some cakes a card and a sparkler making her very special.

    John Thompson

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitality flourishes that elevate lakeside dining on Lake Daylesford. Reserve your waterfront table for your next milestone.

  • Complimentary Chef's Canapés

    Diners are welcomed with unprompted house starters before their courses begin, including warm bread rolls and a delicate salmon canapé.

  • Sparkler and Card Birthday Surprises

    Milestone birthdays receive unexpected recognition at the table, with the floor staff delivering celebratory cakes accompanied by a personal card and sparkler.

  • Hand-Piped Anniversary Treats

    Couples celebrating wedding anniversaries are surprised with custom complimentary confections, including handmade chocolate scripted with congratulatory messages.

  • Bespoke Group and Function Hosting

    Organizers of milestone banquets and pre-wedding gatherings receive dedicated coordination directly from management, pairing tailored group hospitality with panoramic lakeside balcony seating.

Before you head over

Practical recommendations to help you make the most of your lakeside dining experience.

  • Request a Window Seat in Advance

    If you want front-row panoramas across Lake Daylesford, book your table well in advance and request a window seat.

  • Plan for an Unhurried Dining Pace

    Courses are designed for an unhurried, multi-course experience, so budget plenty of time rather than scheduling a quick stop.

  • Flag Milestones When Booking

    Mention birthdays or anniversaries when reserving; the team frequently prepares thoughtful touches like personalized celebratory treats.

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