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Lost Cat

69 Liebig St, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia

Recommended by 64 people

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69 Liebig St, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia

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+61 3 5561 1952
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Lost Cat

Lost Cat delivers Melbourne-standard wood-fired cooking and refined cocktails along Warrnambool’s central Liebig Street strip. Slip upstairs first for an aperitif—the lounge bar shakes up a crisp limoncello spritz before dinner calls. Downstairs, the compact menu lets quality regional produce do the talking. Tables fill quickly with chargrilled focaccia, snapper crudo, and spicy garlic mussels on 'nduja toast. The centrepiece is the scotch fillet, cooked medium-rare over wood embers and finished with melting umami butter, paired with grilled cabbage in cashew sauce. A scoop of smoky brown butter ice cream closes out the night.

  • Upstairs Cocktail Lounge: Upstairs lounge shakes aperitifs and cocktails before diners head down to the main dining room.
  • Wood-Fired Fare: Compact, seasonal dishes centred around wood-fired mains, tender scotch fillet, and umami butter.
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Key Advantages of Lost Cat

Why diners choose Lost Cat for elevated dining, crafted cocktails, and attentive hospitality in Warrnambool

  • Wood-fired precision and seasonal cooking

    Seasonal ingredients prepared over fire deliver dishes like blushing pink lamb cutlets and steak with rich juices.

    the food was cooked to perfection, used high quality seasonal ingredients

    Fiona

  • City-grade dining standard in regional Victoria

    Visitors consistently compare the dining standard, wine pairings, and vibrant atmosphere directly to Melbourne's food scene.

    very much feels like you’re in Melbourne sitting in this restaurant

    amy watts

  • Signature steak complemented by umami butter

    The focused, thoughtfully constructed menu features standout mains such as ribeye and scotch fillet elevated by house umami butter.

    The Scotch Fillet with Umami butter absolutely delicious.

    Ikram Miskin

  • Attentive, proactive table hospitality

    Servers remain constantly observant, offering seamless drink refills and swift service without being overbearing.

    The staff were so attentive without being overbearing. We were never left waiting for a drink or water.

    Morgan McFarlane

  • Upstairs cocktail lounge for pre-dinner drinks

    An intimate upper level provides a dedicated setting to enjoy well-crafted cocktails and unwind before dinner.

    escorted upstairs for a cocktail while we waited for our table. Cocktails btw - wow.

    Nick Holmes

  • Welcoming hub for group dining and drinks

    A comfortable upstairs bar and shared plates make gathering for drinks and dinner easy and relaxed.

    The menu changes in a regular basis and now theres an upstairs bar.

    A travelller “Travelller” A rebel

Signature dishes highlighting wood-fired cooking and local ingredients

  • Scotch Fillet with Umami Butter

    The Scotch Fillet with Umami butter absolutely delicious.

    Ikram Miskin

  • Mussels and N'duja on Toast

    The food was incredible, especially the mussels and n’duja on toast 😍

    amy watts

  • Snapper Crudo

    The Snapper Crudo really hit the spot for starters.

    Ikram Miskin

  • Lamb Cutlets

    First night, we ordered the lamb cutlets that were blushing pink, tender, juicy with a jus sauce I could drink by the litre.

    Fiona

Other favorites

Desserts and craft beverages to complete the evening

  • Chocolate Torte

    The chocolate torte was rich, using great quality cocoa and with a crunch of roast hazelnuts.

    Fiona

  • Brown Butter Ice Cream

    The brown butter ice cream dessert was like nothing I've encountered before - rich buttery, creamy, decadent, smooth with a hint of smokiness.

    Fiona

  • Limoncello Spritz

    the limoncello spritz was refreshing and the perfect level of sweet so thank you to the bartender 🫶🏼

    amy watts

  • Negroni

    We had a perfectly chilled Negroni, the Pinot Noir and Syrah red wine was complex and smooth like a warm hug.

    Fiona

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a bar upstairs for pre-dinner drinks?

Yes, you can head upstairs for a drink while waiting for a table or before your meal. The second level features a dedicated cocktail lounge and bar.

Can I bring my dog or sit outside?

Yes, the restaurant has outdoor seating and accommodates diners with dogs, with staff happily providing water for pets.

What are the most popular menu items to order?

Standout savoury highlights include the wood-fired steak (scotch fillet or ribeye) with umami butter, lamb cutlets, focaccia, snapper crudo, and the garlic prawns and mussels on toast. For dessert, diners frequently recommend the chocolate torte.

Are there vegetarian options on the menu?

Yes, the menu rotates regularly with seasonal produce and typically features vegetarian dishes such as grilled cabbage, smoked eggplant, and roasted beetroot or pumpkin sides.

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