Restaurant
Professor and the Pigeon
278 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia
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278 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia
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A bright Healesville pit stop slinging generous cafe fare, from crisp gluten-free fish and chips to golden arancini. Weekenders break their highway drives here for quick tables, whether grabbing a sunlit outdoor seat or settling inside amid walls covered in comics and playful quotes. The kitchen covers dietary bases with ease—serving up pumpkin gnocchi, hearty shakshuka, and vegan scoops at the ice cream bar. Dinner turns out weekly steak specials, but daytime is all about fueling up before hitting the road, finished with a classic crème brûlée.
- Broad dietary options: Plentiful vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices across the board, from fried fish to dairy-free ice cream.
- Playful comic-lined decor: Comics and commentary line the walls and bathroom tiles, giving the dining room an upbeat, conversational energy.
What's On at Professor and the Pigeon
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Dine at Professor and the Pigeon
Why diners choose Professor and the Pigeon for regional stopovers, inclusive dining, and lively atmosphere.
Comprehensive Dietary Options
The kitchen accommodates diverse dietary requirements with dedicated vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals.
Caters well for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free with lots of options.
Vicki Young Dedicated Gluten-Free Classics
Even specialty favorites like fish and chips come in high-quality gluten-free preparations alongside generous portion sizes.
Gluten free serve of fish and chips was excellent.
Michael Case Witty Wall Comics & Bathroom Commentary
Humorous commentary and comic strips adorn the walls and bathroom tiles, turning every corner into an amusing read.
Check out the comics and commentary on the walls and tiles in the bathroom.
Vicki Young Entertaining Art and Quirky Quotes
Eclectic artwork and engaging wall text bring a playful, entertaining character to the dining space.
The place has a lot of quirky quotes and pictures on the walls which made interesting reading
dr john singsit Convenient Weekend Trip Stopover
Conveniently located in Healesville, it provides a hearty breakfast or lunch before returning home from a getaway.
It was a good meal before driving back
dr john singsit Satisfying Evening Specials
Regular evening promotions like steak night offer well-prepared classics paired with house-made sauces at reasonable prices.
The three of us had the Porterhouse Steak as it was steak special night. Beautifully cooked steak & the sauces were also superb.
Rob Clayson
Most popular items
Customer-favorite mains and signature dishes
arancini balls
Can highly recommend the arancini balls, minestrone soup pumpkin gnocchi and fajitas.
Vicki Young fish and chips
Gluten free serve of fish and chips was excellent.
Michael Case Porterhouse Steak
The three of us had the Porterhouse Steak as it was steak special night. Beautifully cooked steak & the sauces were also superb.
Rob Clayson pumpkin gnocchi
Can highly recommend the arancini balls, minestrone soup pumpkin gnocchi and fajitas.
Vicki Young
Other favorites
Starters, sides, and sweet treats to accompany your meal
Buffalo wings
We had an entree of Buffalo wings & cheesy bread.
Rob Clayson cheesy bread
We had an entree of Buffalo wings & cheesy bread.
Rob Clayson minestrone soup
Can highly recommend the arancini balls, minestrone soup pumpkin gnocchi and fajitas.
Vicki Young Creme brulee
Creme brulee was yummo.
Vicki Young
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan Ahead for Sunday Parking and Lunch Crowds
Expect larger crowds during Sunday lunch rushes; plan extra time to locate roadside parking along the highway or surrounding streets before heading in.
Explore Broad Gluten-Free and Vegan Options
Guests with dietary requirements can order with confidence, including gluten-free fish and chips, extensive vegetarian and vegan dishes, and non-dairy treats at the ice cream bar.
Look Out for the Bathroom and Wall Comics
Take a moment to enjoy the entertaining wall comics, quotes, and tiles displayed across the dining area and bathrooms while waiting for your order.
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