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Pink Ladies Diner

107 S Gippsland Hwy, Tooradin VIC 3980, Australia

Recommended by 71 people

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107 S Gippsland Hwy, Tooradin VIC 3980, Australia

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+61 3 5998 3334
HoursMonday: 5:45 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 5:45 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 5:45 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 5:45 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pink Ladies Diner

This pink-hued 1950s roadside diner serves unapologetic roadhouse comforts along the South Gippsland Highway. Slip into a vinyl booth beneath vintage memorabilia, or pack a bag of crispy fried dim sims and a burger with the lot to eat across the picnic lawns by the river. Regular drivers count on the counter crew to customize their orders on the fly—from extra-crunchy chips to loaded wedges smothered in sour cream and sweet chili.

  • Retro 1950s diner setting: Classic booth seating, nostalgic wall memorabilia, and a jukebox set the upbeat rock 'n' roll atmosphere.
  • Roadhouse comfort classics: Hearty highway staples include steak and egg sandwiches, house-made sausage rolls, dim sims, and burgers with the lot.
  • Riverside parkside stop: Grab takeaway orders to enjoy across the adjacent riverbank and outdoor picnic grounds.
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Why Choose Pink Ladies Diner

Discover why travellers and locals choose Pink Ladies Diner for generous roadside comfort food and nostalgic charm in Tooradin.

  • Hearty Highway Comfort Food

    Pink Ladies Diner prepares generous, hot roadhouse fare like loaded burgers, wedges, and dim sims that hit the spot during long drives along the highway.

    classic roadhouse food at country prices

    opal vagelatos

  • Tailored Orders Made Your Way

    The kitchen accommodates personal tastes and dietary needs with ease, from custom fry crispness to gluten-free options.

    The people in there are very accommodating to what you like and happily change it.

    Stephanie Whittley

  • Authentic 1950s Diner Atmosphere

    The diner turns a routine roadside meal into a memorable mid-century experience filled with vibrant pink decor, wall memorabilia, and booth seating.

    memorabilia displayed on the walls next to the classic retro "booths" for eating.

    Adam Bush

  • Rock 'n' Roll Diner Spirit

    Upbeat retro tunes and jukebox styling create a lively, warm environment that brightens any journey.

    Your ol' rocker cafe, even the juke box, booth seating

    Nan Jan

  • Scenic Riverside Dining Spot

    Direct access to adjacent parklands lets travellers relax with their meal outdoors right along the Tooradin riverbank.

    get a burger and then eat it near the river backside of the restaurant.

    Jeet Singh

  • Convenient Road-Trip Rest Stop

    Positioned conveniently on the South Gippsland Highway, the venue offers easy parking and riverside picnic tables for a reviving travel stop.

    great for a halfway break when travelling between the Latrobe Valley and Portsea/ Mornington Peninsula with the convenience of large toilet block picnic tables and river views just outside.

    Dianne O'Halloran

Hearty roadhouse classics and satisfying travel staples

  • Burgers

    I have tried a lot burger few times and i really love it. Whenever i pass through Tooradin during my work hours on my truck, I always stop and get a burger and then eat it near the river backside of the restaurant.

    Jeet Singh

  • Fish and Chips

    when I tell you I had the best fish and chips ever, I mean it, the chips were salted to PERFECTION, they were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, the fish was so juicy

    Charlotte Worona

  • Steak and Egg Sandwiches

    Pink ladies diner never fails to satisfy my hunger with their special homemade sausage rolls and steak and egg sandwiches

    GABRIEL ANDREWS

  • Loaded Wedges

    My partner and I ordered the loaded wedges with a huge side serving of sour cream and sweet chilli

    opal vagelatos

Other favorites

Retro sides, snacks, and warm drinks to round out your visit

  • Fried Dim Sims

    Perfectly fried Marathon dimmies and a Choc Oak on the river bank

    Adam Perrett

  • Potato Cakes

    Coffee & chai always taste great along with the Big Brecky, veggie dim sims, and lovely potato cakes.

    Kelley Moldovan

  • Coffee

    Pink ladies is by far the best place to grab a coffee in town.

    Emily C

  • Hot Dog with Bacon, Onion and Sauce

    we had hot dog bacon, onion n sauce, hot n tasty...

    Nan Jan

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and attentive hospitality that elevate a roadside diner break.

  • Customised Cooking & Seasoning

    Staff readily customise orders to specific cooking preferences and fry times, ensuring sides like chips come out extra crispy with plenty of salt upon request.

  • Dietary Adaptations On the Road

    The team accommodates dietary restrictions cheerfully on high-heat travel days, adapting classic menu items to suit gluten-intolerant guests.

  • Tableware Presentation for Dine-In Guests

    Dine-in visitors are treated to proper table presentation with real glass plates and metal cutlery rather than standard roadside disposable packaging.

  • Celebration Event Catering

    Beyond standard takeaway, the kitchen provides flexible catering orders for family celebrations like birthday parties, handled with smooth and attentive service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the atmosphere and decor like inside?

The diner is styled after a classic 1950s American rock 'n' roll diner, complete with hot pink decor, wall memorabilia, booth seating, and a jukebox. High chairs are also available upon request.

Can you eat outside or take meals down to the river?

Yes. In addition to indoor diner booths, customers frequently take takeaway orders like burgers, dim sims, and chocolate milk outside to enjoy along the river bank and picnic tables just behind the diner. Outdoor seating is also available.

What types of food are on the menu, and can meals be customised?

The kitchen offers classic roadhouse and diner fare such as hamburgers, steak and egg sandwiches, house-made sausage rolls, dim sims, souvlakis, wedges, and fish and chips. Staff are accommodating with special cooking preferences and dietary needs, such as gluten intolerance.

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