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The Red Lion Ballarat

223 Main Rd, Golden Point VIC 3350, Australia

Recommended by 61 people

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Find The Red Lion Ballarat

223 Main Rd, Golden Point VIC 3350, Australia

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+61 3 5331 3393
HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 AM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 AM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 AM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 AM Friday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Red Lion Ballarat

This Golden Point mainstay handles the breakfast-to-dinner shift with ease, feeding road-trippers and family tables under one sprawling roof. An on-site playground keeps younger kids happily occupied right off the dining room, while the kitchen executes reliable pub standards—think crunchy-crusted chicken parmas, tender porterhouse, and dedicated gluten-free options that don't skimp on flavor. Morning crowds roll in early for bacon, eggs, and corn fritters, before the room shifts into a relaxed evening hum of char-grilled steaks with warm peppercorn sauce.

  • Integrated Kids' Playground: Dedicated indoor play centre positioned right off the dining space lets parents unwind over meals.
  • Inclusive Dietary Menus: Extensive dietary versatility with dedicated, flavourful gluten-free schnitzels, steaks, and vegetarian mains.
  • All-Day Service from 8 AM: Doors open at 8 am for morning breakfasts like corn fritters and run late into the evening for drinks and dinner.
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Why Choose The Red Lion Ballarat

Everything you need to know about dining at The Red Lion Ballarat

  • On-Site Play Centre for Families

    An integrated, clean play area connected directly to dining spaces keeps younger guests entertained throughout lunch and dinner.

    The playground is a big bonus, keeping the kids entertained while you enjoy a relaxed and enjoyable meal with the family.

    Josh Falcon

  • Accommodating Menus for Dietary Needs

    Extensive menus thoughtfully cater to varied dietary requirements, featuring dedicated gluten-free and vegetarian options.

    if you have any dietery needs you let them know and they do there best to cater. I have a beautiful gluten free meal, it was so good and tasted fantastic.

    Michaline

  • All-Day Service from Early Breakfast

    Continuous dining services running from early breakfast through dinner make it a dependable stop when exploring Ballarat or staying next door.

    Red Lion is the place to go for food if you're visiting sovereing hills. They open by 8 am.

    Maheshika

  • Adjoining Accommodation Dining Anchor

    Direct adjacency to local motels and motor inns provides road-trippers and holidaymakers an easy walk to dependable dining.

    Had a beautiful weekend at the Sovereign Hill Motel which is attached to Red Lion. We walked from our family spa room to dinner.

    aj082175

  • Comfortable Atmosphere for Catch-ups

    Thoughtful, intuitive floor plans offer calm, spacious sections where guests can chat easily without pub noise overpowering the table.

    Lunch this time was quite busy due to the school holidays. We were still able to chat comfortably amongst ourselves.

    Michael-lyn Monks

  • Interactive Music Playback Experience

    Interactive smartphone features allow patrons to connect and shape the room's soundtrack across the venue via QR code.

    Had an option to play music through the entire place from your phone via a QR code, really enjoyed our time here

    Jesse E

Signature pub staples and crowd favorites prepared daily

  • Chicken Parma

    Meals delicious and big 😋

    SANDY WISE

  • Porterhouse Steak

    I ordered the porterhouse with peppercorn sause. It came out quicker than expected given the number of people in here, and was cooked exactly to order, medium-well.

    Clinton Dann

  • Steak Sandwich

    the steak sandwich was delicious!

    Jenny Crebbin

  • Vegetarian Lasagne

    this was THE best vegetarian lasagne I’ve ever had dining out. Nice and firm, flavour was spot on and couldn’t even pick it was made from lentils.

    Patrice Thorpe

Other favorites

Entrees, breakfast dishes, and shared starters from the kitchen

  • Corn Fritters

    The food was absolutely on point and delicious in every way!

    Sharyn

  • Crumbed Calamari

    The calamari was very fresh and it was properly cooked. Not chewy at all.

    Honhei Lee

  • Pork Belly Bao Buns

    Entrees were buffalo wings and the pork belly bao buns. So full after this and very satisfied.

    Brad Robinson

  • Beef Tataki

    Try the beef tataki!!!

    aj082175

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and hospitable touches that elevate your visit to The Red Lion Ballarat.

  • QR-Activated Venue Music Control

    Guests can choose and queue up music tracks throughout the entire venue directly from their phones via a table QR code.

  • Complimentary Meal Replacement After Accidental Spills

    When an accidental spill ruined a diner's steak sandwich and wine, staff promptly remade and replaced the entire meal free of charge.

  • Intuitive and Attentive Table Care

    Servers pay close attention to personal dining needs even during peak hours, ensuring guests feel unhurried and individually cared for.

  • Integrated Children's Play Centre

    A dedicated play centre directly accessible from dining sections lets parents dine at a relaxed pace while kids stay entertained and safe.

Before you head over

Practical advice on seating, dietary options, and timing for your visit

  • Request seating near the indoor playground

    If you are dining with young children, choose the dining section that directly adjoins the enclosed playground for easy access and a relaxed meal.

  • Discuss gluten-free and vegetarian needs at ordering

    The kitchen caters extensively to dietary restrictions, including dedicated gluten-free and vegetarian options; communicate your needs to staff when placing your order.

  • Arrive early for breakfast to beat peak rushes

    For travellers or early risers, breakfast is available from 8:00 am, offering a calm, unhurried start to the day before peak holiday lunch crowds.

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