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Traralgon Butter Factory

192 Franklin St, Traralgon VIC 3844, Australia

Recommended by 15 people

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192 Franklin St, Traralgon VIC 3844, Australia

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+61 3 5173 0996
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Traralgon Butter Factory

Housed in a storied Gippsland industrial landmark, this cavernous hub blends comfort dining with on-site tenpin bowling and arcade games. Tables fill quickly for generous plates of rich lamb ragout gnocchi crowned with ricotta alongside crisp chicken parmas. Between frames on the lanes, guests wander back toward the heritage feature wall tracing the building's dairy past while sipping craft cocktails.

  • Boutique bowling and arcade: Features an indoor bowling alley and arcade gaming arena with plush lounge seating alongside the bar and dining floor.
  • Historic dairy heritage: Curated archival photographs and historical displays showcase the building's industrial butter factory heritage.
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Why Choose Traralgon Butter Factory

How Traralgon Butter Factory delivers casual dining, active entertainment, and tailored gatherings.

  • Integrated Bowling & Arcade Entertainment

    Guests can pair lunch or dinner with tenpin bowling and arcade machines under the same roof, supported by lounge seating and bar-side service.

    We played Ten pin bowling 🎳, the room was super cute with a windows to the bar to order your drinks from.

    Jaclyn Beruldsen

  • Curated Factory Heritage Displays

    Walkways feature curated photography and historical feature walls celebrating the original industrial building's provenance.

    When heading to the toilets there’s a historical feature wall about the Butter Factory itself which was a great touch.

    Lee

  • Effortless Family Dining Amenities

    Spontaneous visits with small children are made effortless with fast meal pacing and coloring activities delivered right to the table.

    They quickly brought over some coloring in for her and our meals arrived very quickly.

    Kassie Paulsen

  • Flexible Walk-In Accommodations

    Guests walking in without prior arrangements or arriving late find accommodating booth seating and immediate table assistance.

    We didn't have a booking but staff was able to get us a table.

    Jarrett Yap

  • Tailored Group & Event Gatherings

    Dedicated function spaces come equipped with integrated audiovisual tools and adaptable layouts that keep clubs and groups connected.

    We used the front function area that was very comfortable with different options for seating and being able to use the multimedia system made the experience easy and keeps everyone engaged.

    robert brasher

  • Dependable High-Capacity Catering

    Kitchen teams and planners capably manage large group catering deadlines and off-menu requests with rapid turnaround.

    went above and beyond to feed 120 teachers for a special morning tea with less than 24 hours notice.

    Andrea Dickason

Customer-favorite mains and signature dishes

  • Gnocchi Ragu

    I ordered the gnocci ragu with ricotta and it was heavenly!!

    Danni Kate

  • Chicken Parma

    The food was awesome (pork belly and chicken parma).

    Kassie Paulsen

  • Butter Chicken

    I shared the butter chicken with a friend and it was delicious.

    Lee

  • Steak Sandwich

    We are going to suggest they keep the steak sandwich on the menu!

    Nicole Stock

Other favorites

Handcrafted cocktails, savory starters, and shareable sides

  • Fairy's Kiss Cocktail

    We also tried a new cocktail called Fairy’s Kiss and it was a sweet treat.

    Lee

  • Lemon and Pepper Squid

    Starter - Lemon and Pepper Squid 9/10

    David Fountain

  • Garlic Bread

    kids had fries and garlic bread which were great.

    MS

  • Arancini

    The salmon bowl, the pumpkin spaghetti and the arancini all fantastic flavours.

    Jean Poley

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and unexpected details that elevate the dining and entertainment experience.

  • Heritage Feature Wall & Archives

    A curated historical feature wall and photo display near the back walkway documents the heritage of the original Traralgon Butter Factory.

  • Lounge Bowling with Bar Service Window

    Tenpin bowling lanes feature dedicated lounge suites and comfortable couches with direct bar-window service for ordering drinks while playing.

  • Prompt Family Hospitality & Coloring Kits

    Families dining with young children are promptly greeted with coloring activities right at seating, paired with rapid meal delivery.

  • Equipped Event Space with Multimedia System

    The dedicated front function room provides flexible seating configurations integrated with a multimedia system for presentations and group engagement.

Before you head over

Helpful advice for dining, activities, and logistics at Traralgon Butter Factory

  • Book Bowling Ahead of Dining

    Reserve a lane early or plan ahead to pair tenpin bowling and arcade games with your meal, as active family dining and recreational amenities share floor space.

  • Plan Extra Time for Parking

    While on-site parking can be accessed conveniently, street spaces along Franklin Street can be tricky to secure during busy evening rush periods.

  • Explore the Heritage Display

    When heading toward the back amenities or restrooms, take time to view the dedicated feature wall and photos detailing the building's industrial heritage.

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