Inverloch’s Best Bites & Long Lunches

A Foodie’s Guide to Dining Around the Inverloch Equinox Festival

The Inverloch Equinox Festival is the perfect excuse to turn a great weekend into a great getaway. But beyond the music, wellbeing and coastal energy, Inverloch quietly shines as a destination for people who love good food, friendly hospitality and meals that feel both relaxed and memorable.

Whether you arrive early for Friday night dinner, linger over a long Sunday brunch, or stretch your stay into something deliciously indulgent, Inverloch’s food scene offers everything from pub classics and beachside bites to refined plates built around local produce. dive into some detail below or head to the Visit Inverloch Eat/ Drink.

🌊 RACV Inverloch

Perched above the coastline, RACV Inverloch Resort is the perfect place to relax and dine during a visit to Inverloch. With stunning ocean views and easy access to everything the town has to offer, it’s an ideal spot to enjoy the Equinox Festival or explore the region at your own pace.

Dining at the resort is a highlight, whether staying overnight or popping in for a bite to eat. Start the day with a generous buffet breakfast at Radius Restaurant, featuring everything from crispy bacon and eggs to fresh fruit, pastries, and other morning favourites. With floor-to-ceiling windows and sweeping views of the unspoiled coastline, Radius is a light-filled welcoming space.

For lunch or dinner, Radius showcases fresh local produce, offering dishes that highlight the best of the region. An extensive wine list perfectly complements the flavours, and the panoramic coastal views provide a stunning backdrop to every dining experience. For a more relaxed option, Zenith Lounge offers drinks and light bites in a casual setting, making it the perfect spot to unwind with friends or enjoy a quiet moment while taking in the ocean views.

🍷 Esplanade Hotel

A true Inverloch icon, the Esplanade Hotel blends classic pub hospitality with elevated dining flair. Think beautifully cooked local seafood, generous plates, great wine and a buzzing atmosphere that welcomes locals and visitors alike. Whether you’re settling in for a Friday night feast or Sunday recovery lunch, The Espy is where stories are shared as easily as good food.

Other Inverloch Favourites Worth Discovering

🍜 MK Thai
Fresh, fast and flavour-packed, MK Thai is loved for its authentic Thai dishes cooked to order, bold flavours, generous portions and friendly service. A perfect casual dinner after a festival session.

🍻 The Inlet Hotel
Famous far beyond Inverloch, The Inlet’s legendary seafood boards, platters and towering feasts draw visitors from miles around. Their Meat Lovers Feast puts everyone’s favourite paddock on one glorious plate, making this a must-stop for serious appetites and relaxed pub dining done right.

🍷 Harman Wines
This welcoming cellar door experience pairs handcrafted, premium cool-climate wines with delicious tapas made from estate grown and local produce and wood-fired gourmet pizzas, perfect for grazing afternoons, long lunches and laid-back coastal indulgence.

🥐 Café Bluette
A brunch favourite known for beautifully presented dishes, excellent coffee and a bright, easygoing vibe that makes lingering inevitable.

🌊 Invy Café al Mare
Right by the water, this coastal café shines with house-made treats, fresh flavours and a huge selection of gelati to finish your meal on the sweetest note possible.

🥧 Paul the Pieman
For something simple, satisfying and seriously good, Paul the Pieman serves award-winning pies, freshly made sandwiches and cabinets bursting with bakery treats you’d expect from a top-of-its-game coastal town bakery.

☕🌿Coffee at Bev’s

Coffee lovers shouldn’t miss Coffee at Bev’s, Inverloch’s laid-back lawn side favourite serving expertly roasted coffee, legendary vegan toasties and an impressive vegan and gluten-free range, plus pastries and drinks worth lingering for.

🚗 Worth the Drive: Coffee Collective, Wonthaggi

If Sunday calls for one last delicious adventure, take a short drive to Wonthaggi and visit Coffee Collective. Loved by locals for its exceptional coffee, creative brunch dishes and warm community vibe, it’s the perfect full stop to a weekend well spent.

From barefoot beachside bites to polished plates with ocean views, Inverloch’s food scene mirrors the Equinox Festival itself, relaxed, generous, welcoming and deeply connected to place. Come for the festival, stay for the flavours, and leave already planning your next meal 🍽️🌿