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Yabby Lake Vineyard

86-112 Tuerong Rd, Tuerong VIC 3915, Australia

Recommended by 57 people

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86-112 Tuerong Rd, Tuerong VIC 3915, Australia

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+61 3 5974 3729
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yabby Lake Vineyard

Down on the Mornington Peninsula, Yabby Lake Vineyard trades stiff white-tablecloth airs for confident cooking and cool-climate wines overlooking the vines. No culinary theatrics—just seasonal regional plates that let prime ingredients lead. Diners praise the balance across dishes like crisp arancini, rich cassoulet, and an apple tarte tatin that finishes an afternoon right. Out on the lawn, the pace slows even further. Guests settle into garden armchairs with cheese boards, charcuterie, and a glass of silky estate Pinot Noir while dogs curl up comfortably beside them. Cellar-door staff pour unhurried tastings with genuine vintage insight, keeping the entire room warm, grounded, and focused squarely on the glass before you.

  • Spectacular Vineyard Views: Vineyard vistas frame the dining room alongside relaxed, unhurried estate lunch service.
  • Honest Regional Dining: Seasonal, gimmick-free dishes spanning crisp arancini, rich cassoulet, and apple tarte tatin.
  • Cool-Climate Wines: Smooth, silky estate Pinot Noir alongside knowledgeable, unpretentious cellar-door tastings.
  • Dog-Friendly Grounds: Comfortable outdoor armchairs welcome dogs with water bowls alongside lawn cheese boards.
  • Lawn Menu & Picnic Walk-Ins: A casual outdoor lawn menu and picnic space accommodate walk-in visitors when the dining room is full.
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Reasons to Visit Yabby Lake Vineyard

Why diners choose Yabby Lake Vineyard for unhurried meals, relaxed lawn visits, and shared celebrations.

  • Restrained Culinary Confidence

    Seasonal cooking and regional ingredients take center stage with quiet discipline, letting produce speak without gimmicks or tableside theatre.

    unforced, unhurried, and quietly confident

    Andrew Painter

  • Refined Vineyard Dining

    Coordinated kitchen timing and attentive table care deliver a polished multi-course meal framed by scenic vineyard rows.

    The food is delicious and well presented and the flavour balance is perfect. The kitchen team do a wonderful job and their timing is on point.

    Georgie Harland

  • Dedicated Dog-Friendly Lawn

    Guests and their canine companions are warmly welcomed outdoors with water bowls, comfortable armchairs, and sweeping views.

    100% Dog-friendly.

    Anna Nitigan Boonsai

  • Casual Walk-In Lawn Service

    Visitors without dining room reservations can settle comfortably on picnic rugs and outdoor garden seating for charcuterie and wine.

    relaxing outside with a delicious cheese platter, some local wines, and the beautiful vineyard views

    Sandra Sljivic

  • Attentive Multi-Generational Care

    Warm, observant hosts cater to diverse requirements, ensuring multi-generational gatherings and elders remain comfortable throughout the day.

    The staff were so kind and caring, especially in making sure my 92-year-old father-in-law was comfortable and well looked after.

    Lynette De Giorgio

  • Effortless Group Celebrations

    Group celebrations flow smoothly with tailored dish options, thoughtful wine pairings, and vibrant hospitality that puts parties at ease.

    She is the hostess with the mostess. She oozes personality and catered for all our peculiar requests.

    Stephanie Relph

Guest favorites across our vineyard dining, lawn service, and cellar door tastings

  • Wine Tasting

    We enjoyed the wine tasting with Nick and were very educational.

    Keren Barak

  • Cheese Platter

    relaxing outside with a delicious cheese platter, some local wines, and the beautiful vineyard views

    Sandra Sljivic

  • Apple Tarte Tatin

    The apple tarte tatin is to die for!

    Georgie Harland

  • Pinot Noir

    Pinot Noir was the best, smooth and silky.

    Anna Nitigan Boonsai

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate the winery experience

  • Attentive pet hospitality on the grounds

    Staff greet visiting dogs warmly by name, providing welcoming pats and personal water bowls alongside comfortable outdoor armchairs.

  • Dedicated elder care and comfort

    Waitstaff proactively anticipate multi-generational physical needs, ensuring elder family members are comfortably settled and supported throughout the meal.

  • Creative dietary tailoring

    Kitchen and service teams readily navigate specific dietary needs with creative dedicated plant-based and vegan offerings alongside personal menu guidance.

  • Flexible lawn menu accommodation

    When indoor dining is fully booked, the team graciously accommodates walk-ins on the lawn with picnic rugs and dedicated casual fare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my dog to the winery?

Yes. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor garden and lawn spaces, where staff offer water bowls and comfortable seating. When arriving from the car park, walk directly around the building to the outdoor area, as dogs are not permitted through the indoor restaurant.

Do I need a reservation to visit?

Yes, booking in advance is strongly recommended for the indoor dining room. However, walk-in visitors who cannot secure a table inside can order wine, charcuterie, and cheese platters from the casual outdoor lawn menu to enjoy on the garden chairs or picnic rugs.

Are vegetarian and vegan dietary options available?

Yes. Staff cater to various dietary preferences, including an upmarket vegetarian and creative plant-based vegan menu, as well as accommodating specific requests for celebratory group dining.

Is there parking available on-site?

Yes. The venue provides plenty of on-site parking with a free parking lot on the property as well as free street parking options nearby.

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