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Fortnums Restaurant & Wedding Venue

395 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Sassafras VIC 3787, Australia

Recommended by 70 people

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Find Fortnums Restaurant & Wedding Venue

395 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Sassafras VIC 3787, Australia

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+61 3 9755 1200
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Fortnums Restaurant & Wedding Venue

Glass-walled garden dining meets classic afternoon tea in the heart of Sassafras. Settle into the conservatory-style room where picture windows look out onto lush greenery and visiting crimson rosellas. Guests praise the staged high tea served across two distinct courses, alongside home-style staples like beef burgundy pot pie, hearty meatloaf, and generous Devonshire scones slathered with jam and thick cream. With a dedicated gluten-free menu thoughtfully prepared for dietary peace of mind, family celebrations unfold effortlessly around tables dressed in crisp linen and fresh flowers.

  • Two-Course High Tea: High tea arrives sequentially in savouries followed by sweets, rather than crowded onto a single tiered stand.
  • Dedicated Gluten-Free Menu: An extensive, dedicated gluten-free menu ensures serious dietary needs are catered for without compromise.
  • Devonshire Tea & Scones: Oversized house scones served with generous dollops of cream and berry jam alongside bushland views.
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Why Guests Choose Fortnums Restaurant

Discover why guests choose Fortnums for afternoon high teas, family celebrations, and scenic garden dining.

  • Comprehensive Dedicated Gluten-Free Dining

    Diners requiring gluten-free options receive a dedicated standalone menu with a wide selection of complete mains and treats, removing the uncertainty of ordering.

    Gluten free options are very important to me and the whole separate gluten free menu was very rewarding.

    C Pane

  • Thoughtful Family & Child-Friendly Comforts

    Families dining with younger children enjoy a relaxed setting complete with kids meals and activity packs that keep little ones happily engaged.

    The kids activity packs were such a nice touch and kept them busy while we waited.

    Bruce

  • Memorable Milestone Celebrations

    Large tables and multigenerational families celebrating milestone birthdays are treated to attentive hosting, dedicated private areas, and coordinated catering.

    We had such an amazing time celebrating my dad's 60th birthday at the private garden room on Sunday!

    Donna Rustemi

  • Tailored Weddings & Intimate Receptions

    From intimate weddings to special occasions, attentive hospitality and dedicated event coordination keep guests relaxed and well looked after.

    Food, organisation, communication and friendliness of staff was 11/10.

    Zak Edwards

  • Conservatory Views with Visiting Native Wildlife

    Conservatory-style glass walls overlook lush garden greenery and bird feeders frequented by native cockatoos and rosellas during meals.

    We were lucky enough to be sitting near the window observing the rosellas on the bird feeder.

    Cheryl Feigen

  • Two-Course Staged High Tea Experience

    High tea is served in a thoughtful two-course staged presentation, pairing substantial savouries and massive freshly baked scones with elegant garden dining.

    The 2 course presentation of High Tea was a nice touch; not the usual savouries and sweet delights all on the same 3 tiers.

    Adrian Riddle

Signature teas and classic comfort dishes favoured by day-trippers and celebratory gatherings

  • High Tea

    Foods were also very good for high tea.

    Choc Pudding

  • Devonshire Scones

    We each had Devonshire Scones for Desert and again, they exceeded our expectations.

    Lyn

  • Meatloaf

    best Meat loaf in Melbourne

    Lance Heather

  • Roast Beef

    I had GF roast beef and roast veg, and it was supurb.

    Lyn

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful personal touches and memorable details experienced by guests at Fortnums.

  • Children's Activity Packs

    Children receive specialized activity packs at the table to keep them happily engaged throughout the meal.

  • Anniversary Gestures & Fresh Flowers

    Guests celebrating anniversaries are surprised with dedicated thoughtful gestures directly from the staff alongside crisp table linens and fresh flowers.

  • Mothers' Tea Gifts

    Special milestone events like Mother's Day feature thoughtful parting gifts, such as curated loose tea leaves presented to mothers to take home.

  • Native Bird Feeder Sightings

    The conservatory dining room features large windows and exterior branches with a bird feeder where native rosellas and cockatoos visit during service.

Before you head over

Practical advice to help plan your visit, booking, and dining experience smoothly.

  • Book Ahead for Weekends and Events

    Peak times during weekends, public holidays, and Christmas in July bring heavy crowds and walk-in waits. Reserve your table ahead of time to secure seating without delays.

  • Ask for the Separate Gluten-Free Menu

    Guests requiring gluten-free options or managing fructose malabsorption can request the dedicated separate gluten-free menu, featuring substantial mains like roast beef and Devonshire scones.

  • Plan for Front Car Park Availability

    On-site parking spaces are available directly in front of the venue, though bays can fill quickly during peak weekend visiting hours; allow a few extra minutes for a spot to open up.

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