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Neilsons Kitchen

13 Seymour St, Traralgon VIC 3844, Australia

Recommended by 17 people

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13 Seymour St, Traralgon VIC 3844, Australia

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+61 3 5175 0100
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Neilsons Kitchen

Neilsons Kitchen brings structured multi-course dining and relaxed Gippsland hospitality to a leafy corner of Traralgon. Milestone celebrants and regional road-trippers settle in for two- or three-course lunch sets and five-course chef’s tastings, with the kitchen easily pivoting around dietary requests. Shaded tables on the verdant front verandah offer an airy perch for guests dining with dogs or gathering family for midday plates. The pace moves seamlessly from rich starters like cream of cauliflower and truffle soup to crisp-skin barramundi over lemon risotto and flaky dulce de leche mille-feuille.

  • Multi-Course Menus: Five-course chef's tastings alongside two- and three-course set menus accommodate diverse diets.
  • Shaded Verandah Dining: Covered outdoor tables surrounded by greenery welcome dogs and family gatherings.
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Why Dine at Neilsons Kitchen

Discover why diners choose Neilsons Kitchen for celebratory milestones, scenic transit stops, and relaxed verandah dining in Traralgon.

  • Celebratory Dining with High-Touch Service

    Guests marking major life events and anniversaries can rely on focused multi-course tasting formats and polished, attentive hospitality that ensure special occasions feel seamless and memorable.

    This has become our go-to restaurant for special occasions because we know we’re always going to have an incredible meal and leave happy.

    Jessica Lauer

  • Artful Multi-Course Chef's Menus

    From celebratory dinners to multi-course tasting journeys, each course delivers culinary precision, thoughtful presentation, and consistent execution across the menu.

    I ordered the 5-course dinner, and I was thoroughly satisfied with each course – everything was delicious and well-presented.

    Sarah W

  • A Rewarding Road-Trip Detour

    Road-trippers and transit travelers through Gippsland can transform an ordinary journey into a memorable culinary highlight with quick-timed, high-standard course selections.

    If you’re road-tripping through, you won’t regret the detour.

    Elisa Chan

  • Refined Mid-Transit Lunch Breaks

    Travelers stopping for a regional midday pause enjoy efficient pacing and generous set lunches that fit neatly into travel schedules without compromising dining standards.

    Stopped by on our road trip back home - definitely worth it!

    K

  • Verandah Dining with Companion Pets

    A shaded, green-lined front verandah provides a welcoming open-air setting where guests can relax outdoors alongside their dogs while enjoying full table service.

    We had a beautiful lunch today on the verandah with our dogs.

    Nikki Te Paa

  • Covered Alfresco Spaces for Gatherings

    Flexible seating configurations and welcoming outdoor covered tables comfortably accommodate family milestones and group gatherings of all generations.

    We sat outdoors, covered in with shade and umbrellas. A beautiful front with greenery growing all around.

    Rebekah Hanley

Customer favourites and standout savoury courses

  • Barramundi

    Incredible meal - notably the burrata, barramundi, and Mille-feuille desserts.

    Elisa Chan

  • Cauliflower Truffle Soup

    The cauliflower truffle soup was a standout.

    Balveen Hullon

  • Steak

    The steak was fantastic

    Balveen Hullon

  • Fried Chicken

    Beautiful food, I have loved everything I've eaten, especially the fried chicken.

    Sharyn Cole

Other favorites

Desserts, sides, and accompaniments to complete your meal

  • Mille-feuille

    Incredible meal - notably the burrata, barramundi, and Mille-feuille desserts.

    Elisa Chan

  • Souffle

    Won't talk about the delicious souffle.

    Nikki Te Paa

  • Cocktails

    The cocktails were also delicious.

    Jessica Lauer

  • Truffle Fries

    what we tried so far has been to die for (oysters, scallops, truffle fries)

    Georgina Rogers

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitalities and accommodating details that distinguish the dining experience.

  • Tailored Tasting Course Adjustments

    The kitchen seamlessly adapts multi-course tasting menus on the fly for specific dietary preferences, including custom modifications like a complete 5-course sequence without red meat.

  • Dog-Friendly Verandah Dining

    Diners can enjoy lunch outdoors on the shaded front verandah accompanied by their pet dogs in a relaxed garden atmosphere.

  • Attentive Tableside Menu Guidance

    Front-of-house staff provide dedicated guidance through menu updates, patiently answering dish questions and accommodating young, fussy eaters.

  • Custom Group Celebration Hospitality

    The team accommodates dietary restrictions and private group milestones across both indoor seating and the leafy sheltered outdoor area.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on menu selections, outdoor seating, and dietary requests for your visit.

  • Choose structured course options for milestones or lunch detours

    For special celebrations or an elevated evening, opt for the 5-course chef's tasting menu, or choose the 2- or 3-course formats for a structured lunch while travelling.

  • Reserve the shaded verandah when dining outdoors with dogs

    If bringing companion animals or dining with children, reserve or ask for outdoor seating on the shaded front verandah.

  • Request dedicated menus or dietary accommodations ahead of time

    The kitchen regularly accommodates preferences such as vegan options, no-red-meat adjustments, and dietary restrictions when requested in advance.

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