Restaurant
Doot Doot Doot
Jackalope Hotel, 166 Balnarring Rd, Merricks North VIC 3926, Australia
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Jackalope Hotel, 166 Balnarring Rd, Merricks North VIC 3926, Australia
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Suspended beneath Jan Flook’s canopy of 10,000 glowing bulbs at Jackalope Hotel, Doot Doot Doot frames a Mornington Peninsula escape in dark, moody theater. Milestone celebrators settle in for the hatted degustation—a paced run through seasonal regional produce paired with estate pours guided course by course. Table regulars know to request the Wagyu add-on, sliced raw and seared tableside over a heated salt rock.
- Avant-Garde Bulb Canopy: Dine beneath Jan Flook’s ceiling installation of 10,000 glowing globes, nodding to the alchemy of fermentation.
- Hatted Degustation: A multi-course tasting menu spotlighting Mornington Peninsula seasonal ingredients and estate-grown Willow Creek wines.
- Hot-Stone Wagyu Add-On: An interactive tableside upgrade featuring Wagyu beef seared over a heated rock slab.
- Curated Wine Service: Informed staff walk guests through estate vintages and regional producers paired to each course.
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Why Diners Choose Doot Doot Doot
From striking canopy lighting and interactive dining to estate wine pairings, discover why diners choose Doot Doot Doot—book your table for your next milestone celebration.
Immersive 10,000-Bulb Art Installation
Ten thousand suspended light bulbs illuminate the moody dining space, creating an avant-garde visual centerpiece that transforms a milestone meal into an artistic immersion.
And the lights on the roof just made for a beautiful dining experience.
Matt Maisano Interactive Hot-Stone Wagyu Preparation
Tableside heating on hot salt stones gives guests hands-on culinary theater, searing rich cuts of wagyu to personal preference directly at the table.
One of us ordered the Wagyu beef for their starters which was a fun experience to watch (cooking it on a heated salt rock).
Michelle Ko Tailored Regional Wine Pairings
Attentive floor sommeliers guide guests across local Mornington Peninsula vintages and Willow Creek selections with customized pairings tailored to each dish.
Their recommendations—especially for wine pairings—elevate the meal to another level.
Savy Michaels Detailed Menu and Provenance Guidance
Service staff walk diners through the provenance, seasonal sourcing, and preparation techniques behind each multi-course presentation.
We learned about each dish and where everything was sourced and how it was cooked.
Victoria Riddell Destination Vineyard Setting at Jackalope
Set directly on Willow Creek Vineyard within the iconic Jackalope Hotel, the dining room delivers a destination culinary experience worth traveling for on its own merits.
We dined at Doot while staying at Jackalope, but would come back here just for the restaurant.
Duncan Philip Premier Milestone Weekend Anchor
The restaurant serves as the premier culinary centerpiece for couples and travelers planning high-end weekend getaways on the Mornington Peninsula.
Celebrated my partners birthday upon staying at Jackalope hotel. The service and experience was flawless.
Cathy N
Most popular items
Standout dishes and curated dining enhancements celebrated by guests.
Wagyu Beef on Hot Stone
The food was exceptional and I highly recommend the wagu beef on the hot stone as an extra.
Nathan Wine Pairings
The food was insanely delicious and matched beautifully with the wine pairings.
Gradey Moyle Speciality Celebration Cake
If you have a special occasion I recommend the speciality cake you can order prior to your booking.
Caitlyn O Oysters
The service was exceptional, and the staff really took their time chatting to us about the menu and taking us through each of the dishes… especially the oysters!
Victoria Riddell
Other favorites
Complementary touches and standout extras beyond the central degustation courses.
Pre-Ordered Speciality Cake
If you have a special occasion I recommend the speciality cake you can order prior to your booking. We took it home and extended the celebration and it’s incredible with everything else served
Caitlyn O House Bread
Strangely the bread was one of the highlights and that says a lot for the bread because the meals were extraordinary!!
Diana Valentine Poached Pear Dessert
The poached pear 🍐 dessert was one to remember.
Mo Bamba Craft Cocktails
The wine list was extensive, and cocktails were stunning and delicious.
Victoria Riddell
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality rituals and interactive gestures that elevate milestone dining at Jackalope Hotel
Custom Milestone Dessert Inscriptions
For anniversary and birthday celebrations, kitchen chefs and floor staff personalize the finish with custom greetings penned directly onto milestone dessert plates.
Advance-Order Celebration Cakes
Guests celebrating major occasions can pre-arrange a specialty house cake prior to arrival, allowing celebrations to extend beyond the dining room table.
Heated Salt Rock Tableside Searing
Supplementary Wagyu courses arrive with an interactive tableside component, seared directly at the table on a heated salt rock.
Pre-Pour Wine Consultations
Staff assist guests navigating by-the-glass selections by pouring advance tastes of candidate bottles before any final pour is committed.
Before you head over
Practical guidance to maximize your dining experience—book your milestone table early and let the room do the rest.
Customize the Hot-Stone Wagyu
The optional Wagyu beef starter is served tableside on a heated salt rock; allow the beef extra time on the stone so the fat fully renders to your preference.
Pre-Order Milestone Touches
If you are celebrating a birthday or anniversary, contact the restaurant to pre-order their specialty cake before your reservation and notify the kitchen for celebratory dessert touches.
Book Early and Consult on Pairings
Tables fill quickly across popular dates, so lock in reservations well in advance. When selecting wines for each course, consult the waitstaff directly to taste and tailor pours to your dishes.
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