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del Rios Winery and Restaurant

2290 Geelong-Ballan Rd, Anakie VIC 3213, Australia

Recommended by 17 people

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Find del Rios Winery and Restaurant

2290 Geelong-Ballan Rd, Anakie VIC 3213, Australia

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+61 482 085 300
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About del Rios Winery and Restaurant

Escape to Anakie for authentic Spanish tapas and estate-farmed meats paired with house vintages overlooking the vines. Family hospitality sets the tempo here, where unhurried vineyard views share the pasture fence with resident llamas. Settle in for traditional paella, garlic prawns, and crisp churros alongside succulent cuts of lamb raised right on the estate, finished with burnt Basque cheesecake and a guided pour at the cellar door.

  • Spanish Estate Dining: Heritage recipes spotlight paella, traditional tapas, and estate-farmed Angus beef and lamb.
  • Vineyard Llamas: Resident camelids graze along the pasture fence within view of the dining verandah.
  • Cellar Door Flights: Knowledgeable guided flights poured directly alongside house vintages like Shiraz and Tempranillo.
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What's On at del Rios Winery and Restaurant

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

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Why del Rios Winery and Restaurant Stands Out

Why guests choose del Rios for authentic Spanish dining, celebrations, and countryside vineyard visits

  • Authentic Spanish Culinary Heritage

    Experience regional Spanish recipes handed down through generations, from authentic tapas and paella to crisp churros and burnt basque cheesecake.

    The tapas were absolutely delicious – authentic Spanish food made with obvious care and tradition.

    Margaret

  • Estate-Farmed Beef and Lamb

    Dine on estate-reared meats like pasture-raised lamb paired alongside wines grown and vinified directly on the Anakie property.

    The restaurant has the perfect menu to accompany them including angus beef and lamb farmed on the estate itself.

    Martin

  • Seamless Group Celebrations

    Host effortless birthdays and milestone dinners where groups are warmly accommodated with custom timing and tailored dietary requirements.

    all dietary needs were beautifully catered for and the view was amazing. With such a large number I was a bit nervous about how the day would unfold, but everything was meticulously planned with Del Rios

    Theresa Bauer

  • Thoughtful Dietary Accommodations

    Relax knowing special dietary requirements, from gluten-free needs to tailored courses, are accommodated without fuss.

    Could not have asked for a more amazing visit for a special celebration. Amazing staff, spectacular view, extraordinary gluten free food and faultless accommodations from the chef.

    Ozz Zilla

  • Personal Family-Run Hospitality

    Connect over welcoming, personal conversations with owners Gus and Esther, who greet guests tableside like extended family.

    fine taste, and exquisite dining is matched only by their ability to make it feel like dining at home

    Big Mick

  • Serene Pastoral Vineyard Views

    Unwind in the quiet countryside with peaceful valley scenery complemented by resident alpacas and llamas grazing right along the vines.

    The service was excellent, servers were friendly in a lovely atmosphere facing out to the llamas in the vineyard.

    Erika Huete Zamora

Signature estate meats, authentic Spanish mains, and guided tastings

  • Wine Tasting

    Arthur was an absolute legend and presented our wine tasting.

    Brad Yo

  • Estate-Grown Lamb

    the Spanish-style food was really good — especially the tapas and the lamb.

    Liu Dave

  • Steak

    Steak was brilliant

    paul fleifleh

  • Paella

    Paella was brilliant, Steak was brilliant and so was the bread.

    paul fleifleh

Other favorites

Authentic Spanish tapas accompaniments and traditional desserts

  • Churros

    make sure you try the churros!

    Elcia Narvaez

  • Burnt Basque Cheesecake

    The burnt basque cheesecake with homemade quince drizzle and a sweet wine topped off the meal.

    Erika Huete Zamora

  • Patatas Bravas

    Patatas Bravas

    Divya Sharma

  • Gambas al Ajillo

    Gambas al Ajillo : Garlic prawns cooked in a white wine and cream sauce.

    Divya Sharma

Beyond the menu

Concrete hospitality touches and memorable details experienced at del Rios Winery and Restaurant

  • Personal Hospitality & Family Recipes

    Owners Gus and Esther personally greet guests tableside, sharing heritage family recipes and offering complimentary tastes of sparkling wine.

  • Tailored Tastings with Extra Pours

    Cellar door staff tailor tasting flights to individual palate preferences, extending complimentary additional pours once guest preferences are discovered.

  • Resident Vineyard Camelids

    Resident alpacas and llamas roam the vineyard acreage, providing charming, close-up scenery visible right from your dining table.

  • Thoughtful Dietary & Family Care

    The kitchen prepares dishes like handmade chicken nuggets from scratch for young children alongside comprehensive gluten-free accommodations.

Before you head over

Practical guidance for planning group celebrations, cellar door tastings, and dining comfort at the estate.

  • Coordinate Large Group Functions in Advance

    When booking milestone parties or large events, coordinate early on room layout, course timing, and dietary needs—the team accommodates bespoke planning and gluten-free requirements seamlessly.

  • Redeem Your Cellar Door Tasting Fee

    If you are planning to taste their vintages at the cellar door, note that the tasting fee of $25 can be redeemed against the purchase of three bottles.

  • Pack a Layer for Countryside Dining

    Dress comfortably in layers or bring an extra layer for your meal, as the dining room can feel a little cold during cooler countryside visits.

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