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King River Cafe

1143 Snow Rd, Oxley VIC 3678, Australia

Recommended by 22 people

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Find King River Cafe

1143 Snow Rd, Oxley VIC 3678, Australia

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+61 3 5727 3461
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About King River Cafe

A roadside stop in Oxley serving serious restaurant cooking at cafe prices. Forget standard cafe toasties—this kitchen turns out twice-baked Milawa cheese soufflés, duck confit, and housemade potato rosti fingers that emerge golden and crisp. Local King Valley wines line the racks without standard dining markups, poured alongside cloud-like gnocchi or eye fillet steak. Diners routinely clear space for dessert, specifically the signature lemon tart finished with a cracked layer of bruleed toffee.

  • Full-Scale Restaurant Menu: Twice-baked cheese souffles, gnocchi, and confit duck replace typical cafe sandwiches and toast.
  • Cellar Door Wine Pricing: King Valley wines poured at cellar door shelf prices without traditional dining markups.
  • Signature Rosties & Lemon Tart: Deep-fried potato rosti fingers and brulee-topped lemon tarts baked fresh as house staples.
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Why Choose King River Cafe

Why travellers and locals choose King River Cafe for exceptional regional dining

  • Full Restaurant-Caliber Dining in a Modest Setting

    The kitchen prepares proper restaurant-standard dishes such as twice-baked Milawa cheese soufflé, confit duck, gnocchi, and steaks rather than standard cafe sandwiches or toasties.

    No toasties or smashed avocado here, but a proper menu at very reasonable prices

    Robert and Anne

  • Signature House-Made Potato Rosti Fingers

    The kitchen’s signature potato rosti fingers are prepared crispy on the outside and soft inside, making them an essential order for diners across the region.

    The potatoe roesti is a must try. Best potatoe I've ever had.

    Jerico Johns

  • A High-Flavor Route Break for Regional Road Trips

    Located along Snow Road, the cafe offers high-flavor dining and generous sweets for travellers driving to Bright, Falls Creek, or between Canberra and Melbourne.

    This is a gem of a find, just half way between Falls creek and Melbourne for a treat with a lot more flavour and personality than the servo

    Stephen Grocott

  • A Reliable Stop on the Snow Pilgrimage Route

    The cafe provides an ideal detour for alpine visitors making annual snow trips or journeys across the King Valley looking for quality fare.

    Came by for a quick lunch 3 years ago on our annual snow pilgrimage (couldn't come back because of COVID), and it was excellent then, and it still is now!

    Kai Muller

  • Personal Care and Warmth from Longstanding Owners

    Longstanding owners Ben and Judy foster an inviting atmosphere, greeting guests personally and taking pride in attentive care for travellers and families.

    The food was absolutely delicious and the team are just lovely, so welcoming and kind.

    Nik Buttigieg

  • Accommodating Hospitality that Welcomes Every Guest

    Patrons experience genuine hospitality through thoughtful gestures, from finding room during busy shifts to baking requested treats and returning left items.

    We came without booking believing it was a small café in a small town... the place was booked out. The staff were so king and found a table to sit us.

    Anna B

Signature savory dishes and desserts that showcase restaurant-caliber dining at accessible regional cafe value

  • Potato rosti fingers

    The potato rosti fingers are absolutely sensational — crispy, golden and completely addictive.

    Chantelle

  • Lemon tart

    The lemon tart dessert was exceptional with a crispy brulee topping.

    M A Johnston

  • Housemade gnocchi

    I had the housemade gnocchi, which were like little clouds and the sauce was delicious and creamy

    Cath Martin

  • Twice baked Milawa 3 cheese soufflé

    Twice baked Milawa 3 cheese soufflé accompanied by an apple based salad, for each of us… daring but executed perfectly.

    Robert and Anne

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and distinct culinary touches in Oxley

  • Lost Property Returned Directly Home

    When travellers accidentally left a hat behind, the team went out of their way to deliver it all the way back to their home in Albury.

  • Custom Baking for Returning Diners

    When a returning customer missed out on the Italian layer cake on prior stops, the owners specially prepared one for their next booked visit.

  • Local Cellar Door Wine Pricing

    The owners offer local King Valley varietals at cellar door retail pricing rather than standard restaurant markups, alongside welcoming BYO bottles.

  • Signature Brulee Lemon Tarts to Take Home

    Their signature brulee-topped lemon tarts are prepared in-house and packaged as takeaway items so guests can take whole desserts home.

Before you head over

Practical tips to help you get the most out of your visit to King River Cafe.

  • Reserve in advance

    Book ahead rather than walking in; tables fill quickly and the kitchen often runs fully booked for both lunch and dinner.

  • Plan for a proper meal

    Expect full-course bistro fare like twice-baked soufflé, steak, and confit duck rather than standard sandwiches or toasties.

  • Order rosti and lemon tart early

    Be sure to order the signature potato rosti fingers and save room for the brulee-topped lemon tart before it sells out.

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