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Felix Restaurant

9 Downes Ln, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

Recommended by 59 people

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9 Downes Ln, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

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+61 447 288 454
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Felix Restaurant

Downes Lane hides a one-hat bistro turning out sharp French technique without an ounce of pretense. Oysters arrive cold beside Chardonnay mignonette. Regulars steer newcomers straight to the chicken liver parfait, though the braised cabbage in macadamia-chive cream quietly steals the table. Staff read the room with ease—gliding through anniversary dinners and welcoming walk-ins without friction. Plant-based diners get equal care with a full vegan menu, settling into the banquettes over a four-course chef's selection.

  • Technique-Driven French Plates: Features plates like freshly shucked oysters with Chardonnay mignonette, black pepper panisse, and braised cabbage in macadamia sauce.
  • Dedicated Vegan Dining: Offers a standalone plant-based menu matching the full multi-course dining experience.
  • Unpretentious Hospitality: Staff manage celebrations and walk-in arrivals with warm, intuitive attention.
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Why Dine at Felix Restaurant

From technique-driven French bistro classics and dedicated vegan menus to gracious walk-in laneway hospitality, experience Geelong’s premier dining room—reserve your table today.

  • Refined French Bistro Technique

    Chefs showcase produce through precise French culinary fundamentals, turning local Victorian ingredients into beautifully curated degustation and à la carte courses.

    Every dish was beautifully presented, showcasing fresh local produce and thoughtful combinations of flavours that were both refined and satisfying.

    Bugs Bunny

  • Warm and Attentive Celebration Service

    Staff deliver intuitive, polished floor hospitality that elevates anniversaries, birthdays, and weekend getaways without stuffiness.

    From the moment we arrived, the service was warm, friendly, and attentive without ever feeling intrusive.

    Coastal Chauffeurs

  • Accommodating Walk-In Laneway Seating

    Unlike rigid reservation-only fine dining rooms, Felix welcomes spontaneous diners and unreserved tables with graceful hospitality.

    My husband and I were unable to make a reservation, but they still accommodated us.

    Ish Ie

  • Uncompromising Pre-Theatre Dining Pace

    The floor and kitchen run a responsive service tempo that allows guests to savor an elevated multi-course dinner comfortably before evening shows.

    Pre theatre meal at Felix did not disappoint! The food was amazing, the service exceptional, nothing was too much trouble!

    Sandra Stone

  • Dedicated Standalone Vegan Menu

    A thoughtfully crafted, dedicated plant-based card ensures vegan and vegetarian patrons experience the same culinary depth and creativity as the omnivorous menu.

    Very impressed with a full vegan menu to offer as well.

    Sheridan Notley

  • Generous Portions Tailored to Dietary Needs

    Multi-course offerings provide substantial value and hearty proportions while seamlessly accommodating personal dietary adjustments across the table.

    Had a great time at Felix with their $59 two course meal which ended up with so much food and also catered to individual needs at our table!

    ec y

Explore standout dishes and curated menus celebrated across Geelong—reserve your table to experience them firsthand.

  • Oysters with Chardonnay Mignonette

    Oysters with the Chardonnay mignonette was amazing.

    William Lee

  • Braised Cabbage

    we all agreed that the braised cabbage with creamy macadamia almond chive sauce was the highlight dish for us.

    William Lee

  • Chicken Liver Parfait

    Chicken liver parfait with WOW presentation, and delish.

    Mery

  • Dedicated Vegan Menu

    Very impressed with a full vegan menu to offer as well.

    Sheridan Notley

Other favorites

Complementary sips, sides, and sweet finishes that round out the dining room experience.

  • Smooth Chocolate Mousse

    Finishing with smooth chocolate mousse & friends.

    Mery

  • Potatoes

    The potatoes are just next level yummy!

    Isla Olivia

  • Cocktails

    all the cocktails were divine.

    Rachel Darcy

  • Local Wines

    Interesting selection of local wines.

    Stephen Bolsin

Beyond the menu

Attentive gestures, tailored dietary cards, and gracious laneway hospitality elevate every sitting. Book your table to experience it firsthand.

  • Personalised Milestone Surprises

    Floor staff proactively note birthdays and milestones, surprising tables with bespoke French desserts, birthday candles, and complimentary celebration touches.

  • Dedicated Standalone Vegan Menu

    Rather than offering ad-hoc substitutions, Felix delivers a full standalone vegan menu spanning curated small and large sharing plates.

  • Seamless Walk-In Tasting Menus

    Unreserved guests arriving on a whim are warmly accommodated without friction, even for multi-course dining and full chef’s selections.

  • Attentive Table Dietary Tailoring

    Fixed-price courses and shared feasts are tailored to individual table needs without sacrificing culinary refinement or generous portion sizes.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on seating times, plant-based dining, and table reservations for a seamless visit.

  • Arrive Early for Quieter Conversation

    The dining room fills quickly and acoustic energy builds at peak dinner service; booking an earlier sitting ensures a calmer, conversational setting.

  • Request the Standalone Vegan Menu

    Plant-based guests do not have to piece together ad-hoc side plates—ask floor staff directly for the standalone vegan menu.

  • Walk-Ins Welcomed, Reservations Recommended

    Spontaneous walk-ins are routinely accommodated for multi-course meals, but booking ahead ensures your evening runs completely unhurried. Book your table in advance for the full cellar and dining experience.

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