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GRACE. bar + eatery

84 Main St, Rutherglen VIC 3685, Australia

Recommended by 44 people

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84 Main St, Rutherglen VIC 3685, Australia

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+61 2 5017 0017
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About GRACE. bar + eatery

GRACE. bar + eatery pairs regional wine pours with an inventive, produce-led menu right on Rutherglen’s Main Street. The kitchen focuses on a shared, small-plate rhythm—crisp croquettes, cured kingfish, and blue swimmer crab cavatelli sent straight to cosy booth tables. Diners skip menu fatigue by handing dinner over to the Chef’s Selection, letting seasonal plates arrive matched to local cellar finds. Wood fires warm the room on chilly evenings, while house-made chilli syrup gives the signature spicy margarita its bite. Mondays draw a steady crowd for Neighbourhood Night, dishing up market-fresh fish and king valley reds beside the hearth.

  • Chef's Selection & Pairings: Multi-course tasting menus paired with regional wines highlight local produce without the stuffy attitude.
  • Small-Plate Dining: Shared plates from croquettes to crab cavatelli encourage relaxed, collective grazing around cosy booths.
  • Monday Neighbourhood Night: A dedicated community dinner service keeps doors open and wine pouring on quiet Monday evenings.
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Reasons to Dine at GRACE. bar + eatery

Why diners choose GRACE. bar + eatery for tastings, gatherings, and regional dinners

  • Curated Chef's Selection with Regional Wine Pairings

    Eliminate decision fatigue after touring wineries with a curated multi-course menu paired with regional wine selections.

    Go the Chef’s menu - not only excellent value, but it showcases so much of the local produce. Match that with the wine pairings - again great value and local showcase.

    Mark Fairweather

  • High-Value Tasting Menus Free of Pretentious Markups

    Sample widely across local ingredients with well-priced multi-course menus that present exceptional culinary technique without pretentious markups.

    Tasting menu was exactly as described showcasing their menu. Prices better than you expect (compared to others that are just pretentious)

    Amicass

  • Shared Small Plates Built for Group Catch-Ups

    Gather with friends over shareable small plates and house-crafted drinks designed to keep table conversations flowing smoothly.

    The menu was fresh and well curated. We shared all of the dishes which made the experience even better.

    Hannah Rowbottom

  • Vibrant Atmosphere for Date Nights and Gatherings

    Celebrate special occasions and weekend dates in a vibrant atmosphere highlighted by creative cocktail and local wine lists.

    I went to Grace on the weekend and it was buzzing with couples on date nights and group catch ups!

    Amber Welsh

  • Dedicated Monday Neighbourhood Night Dining

    Dine warmly on Monday evenings when regional options are sparse, enjoying dedicated neighbourhood hospitality.

    First timer for Neighbourhood Night. In a word, incredible!

    Brad Schultz

  • Reliable Monday Evening Wine Country Dining

    Rely on high-standard seasonal dinners at the beginning of the week while exploring the Rutherglen region.

    First visit to Graces with a friend on a cold wet Monday evening ( locals night) and we had a fabulous night !

    Carol Tilders

Signature dishes and drinks frequently praised by guests

  • Chef Selection Menu

    We had the Chef Selection menu for lunch and so pleased we did.

    Wendy Mitchell

  • House Croquettes

    Do not go past the croquette, they are perfect!

    Gemma Carr

  • Spicy Margarita

    We started with a spicy margarita, which was superb – made with the chef’s own chilli syrup and absolutely delicious.

    Lucille Jensen

  • Eye Fillet Steak

    The standout was the eye fillet steak – melt-in-your-mouth perfection.

    Jess Johnson

Other favorites

Desserts, starters, and weekly community dining events

  • Choux Bomb

    shared the lamb croquettes, fish and chips, and the incredible choux bomb. Every single dish was exceptional: perfectly executed and packed with flavour.

    Andrew Newey

  • Apple Terrine

    Shared a dessert of apple terrine with vanilla custard brandy snap apple syrup and almonds !

    Carol Tilders

  • House-made Sourdough

    The house-made sourdough was the perfect start

    Jess Johnson

  • Neighbourhood Night

    First timer for Neighbourhood Night. In a word, incredible!

    Brad Schultz

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and culinary details that elevate dining in Rutherglen

  • House-Made Chilli Syrup Margaritas

    The bar crafts its signature spicy margarita using the chef's own house-made chilli syrup, elevating a familiar cocktail into a house specialty.

  • Bespoke Care for Solo Diners

    Solo visitors or travellers with limited time are warmly embraced for quick, bespoke indulgences like ordering just a couple of fresh oysters.

  • Monday Neighbourhood Nights

    The venue operates on cold, wet Monday evenings with dedicated locals and neighbourhood nights, offering regional wine pours and comforting shared dishes when other spots are shut.

  • Hands-On Owner Hospitality

    Owner Erica personally greets guests at the door, guides regional wine selections, and checks in at tables to ensure guests feel right at home.

Before you head over

Practical tips on reservations, menus, and timing for your visit to GRACE. bar + eatery.

  • Book Ahead for Busy Nights

    Tables fill fast on weekends with dates and celebratory groups—reserve ahead to ensure you don't miss out on seating.

  • Choose the Chef's Menu with Pairings

    Opt for the multi-course tasting menu paired with regional wines if you want to avoid decision fatigue after a day of cellar-door touring.

  • Visit on Monday for Neighbourhood Night

    If you're visiting early in the week when regional spots are typically quiet, visit on Monday for the dedicated locals and neighbourhood night.

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