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Merrijig Kitchen

1 Campbell St, Port Fairy VIC 3284, Australia

Recommended by 10 people

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1 Campbell St, Port Fairy VIC 3284, Australia

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+61 3 5568 2324
HoursMonday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Merrijig Kitchen

Housed in a 200-year-old historic inn, Merrijig Kitchen serves an intimate, daily-changing dinner celebrating homegrown garden produce and regional catches. Guests head straight for tables by the open fireplace or grab seats along the snug bar room. The kitchen shapes each night around market-fresh availability—sending out warm rosemary focaccia, octopus, and eye fillet accompanied by duck fat potatoes, paired alongside Victorian cool-climate wines. The meal winds down unhurriedly over dark chocolate mousse cracked with honeycomb.

  • Daily-Evolving Menu: Dinners evolve nightly around garden-grown vegetables, market-fresh catches, and seasonal regional ingredients.
  • Historic Hearthside Ambience: Candlelit tables beside a crackling hearth and a relaxed tavern bar create an old-world cottage feel.
  • Thoughtful Cellar & Custom Dining: Staff guide diners through regional Victoria bottles and accommodate bespoke multi-course plant-based requests.
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Why Choose Merrijig Kitchen

Historic cottage hospitality, homegrown regional dining, and restful coastal lodging in Port Fairy

  • Hyper-Seasonal Daily Dining

    The kitchen crafts an inventive dinner menu that changes each day, showcasing freshly harvested produce from the inn's garden and local suppliers.

    The daily-changing menu, which highlights homegrown vegetables and local ingredients, is perfectly paired with an impressive wine selection.

    Ryan Bateman

  • Thoughtfully Curated Plates

    Dishes are meaningfully composed with balanced seasoning, from fresh seafood courses to rich desserts like chocolate mousse with honeycomb.

    The food tasted thoughtful - as if each element had been meaningfully curated.

    Allegra Skye

  • Fireside Heritage Warmth

    Crackling open hearths and vintage decor create an intimate, candlelit cottage ambience that feels romantic and unhurried.

    Our table by the fireplace had an exceptionally romantic atmosphere, which made the evening even more special.

    Regina Vandewalle

  • Cherished Guest Hospitality

    Attentive owners and friendly staff provide personal, heartfelt hospitality that feels like visiting longtime friends.

    The entire place just feels like you are staying with friends and the dining experience is exactly the same.

    Greg S

  • Coastal Roadtrip Refuge

    Centrally located in Port Fairy, the historic inn provides a restful overnight haven and hearty breakfast along Great Ocean Road journeys.

    We settled into our upstairs room which had a lot of historic charm, and headed down to dine in the restaurant.

    Tracey Horton

  • Welcoming Pet-Friendly Accommodations

    Dedicated pet-friendly rooms allow travelers to explore Victoria’s southwest coast without leaving their dogs behind.

    The fact we can book one of the pet friendly rooms and take our Jack Russell makes it a perfect getaway.

    Brett Robertson

Standout mains and savory courses from the seasonal kitchen

  • Eye Fillet

    The eye fillet followed and was prepared precisely as requested.

    Ryan Bateman

  • Charcuterie Board

    the charcuterie board was an ideal size for two people to share as an entry

    Ryan Bateman

  • Mussels & Blue Cheese

    The chefs meals were delicious, especially the mussels & blue cheese entree.

    Warren Doyle

  • T-Bone

    The T- bone was seasoned and prepared perfectly and the duck fat potatoes were the perfect accompaniment.

    Judith and David

Other favorites

House-made breads, sides, and sweet finales from the kitchen

  • Chocolate Mousse with Honeycomb

    For dessert we had the chocolate mousse with honeycomb & it really was the best we have ever had.

    Allegra Skye

  • Duck Fat Potatoes

    the duck fat potatoes were the perfect accompaniment

    Judith and David

  • Focaccia Bread

    The focaccia bread to start is so good with rosemary.

    Gabe Diop

  • Blueberry Pudding

    still thinking of that blueberry pudding dessert..

    Regina Tooth

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate dining and lodging at Port Fairy's historic cottage inn

  • Tailored Dietary Multi-Course Menu

    When notified in advance, the kitchen designs an entire custom multi-course vegan tasting menu tailored precisely to guest dietary preferences.

  • Marshmallow Toasting by the Fireplace

    Staff actively source sticks so guests can toast marshmallows together over the crackling open fireplace.

  • Complimentary Amuse-Bouche & House Focaccia

    Dinner is elevated with thoughtful welcoming starters like house-made focaccia and complimentary amuse-bouche servings.

  • Dedicated Pet-Friendly Heritage Lodging

    The inn welcomes four-legged travel companions with designated pet-friendly heritage rooms for dog owners.

Before you head over

Practical planning tips for reservations, dietary requests, and pet-friendly stays at the historic inn.

  • Book Your Table Well in Advance

    Seating in the dining room is limited and fills quickly, especially during holiday periods, so advance reservations are strongly recommended to secure a table.

  • Call Ahead for Custom Dietary Menus

    Notify the kitchen of dietary preferences such as vegan requirements when booking ahead, as the team will prepare a balanced, tailored multi-course menu for your visit.

  • Reserve Pet-Friendly Rooms Specifically

    If you plan to bring your dog, make sure to specifically request one of the designated pet-friendly rooms when arranging your lodging.

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