Restaurants
Jack Rabbit Vineyard
85 McAdams Lane
Bellarine, VIC, 3223
Jack Rabbit Vineyard
Jack Rabbit Vineyard's restaurant, winery and cellar door offers people the ultimate when only a brilliant regional experience will do. The unrivalled panoramic views across the bay to Melbourne, the You Yangs and Geelong are just the beginning. This winery has forged a reputation as a gastronomic showpiece for The Bellarine alongside a stable of sophisticated cool climate wines.
Jack Rabbit Executive Chef, David Hall and Head Chef, Paul Andrews have created a stunning, seasonal a la carte menu, featuring an abundance of local produce to indulge even the most discerning culinary whim. Reflecting this is Jack Rabbit's status in The Age Good Food Guide 2012, 2013 and 2014 as well as being a Finalist in the annual Golden Plate Awards and prestigious Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.
For those opting for a more casual dining experience, the spectacular 'House of Jack Rabbit' Cellar Door and Tasting Room serves up a terrific cafe-style menu.
Winemaker, Nyall Condon's star continues to rise- a finalist in the prestigious Australia and New Zealand Young Winemaker of the Year Awards 2012, his Jack Rabbit Vineyard wines took out the trophy for Most Successful Exhibitor of Show at the 2013 Geelong Wine Show.
Jack Rabbit Vineyard is open 7 days per week for lunch, guided tastings and Cellar Door sales, 10.30 - 5pm. It is also open Friday and Saturday nights for dinner as well as Breakfast on weekends.
Jack Rabbit Vineyard
85 McAdams Lane
Bellarine VIC 3221
Phone 61 3 5251 2223
www.jackrabbitvineyard.com.au ...read more
I knew from the moment I walked in and they were playing Andre Rieu that I was in a place of class. The 15 buses of hens parties reassured me it was also a cool place to be seen although next time I will be sure to wear my felt hat, oversized sunglasses and up the spray tan. Excellent selection of blanc and good chance of crashing a wedding if there during summer ????
We were informed that as the restaurant was fully booked we had to 'eat and run' by 1.00pm before the next booking. We were happy to 'eat and run'. Half way through our meal, infact, we had another 10 minutes to go, we were rudely interrupted and told we had to move tables as the next booking came in early. Unfortunately, we had to move which spoilt our entire lunch experience at the Jack Rabbit. My husband, approached the manager, Briney, but she was as cold as ice and showed zero customer service interaction. Nice food and nice venue but doesn't match the customer service. Not coming back again. You only get one chance with us.
We went to the Jack Vineyard Restaurant on a long weekend and arrived after a 45 minute pleasant drive from Melbourne. We had booked ahead and did not have difficulty getting seats. Once we pulled into the vineyard, the breathtaking views of the bay caught my attention and imagination. This vineyard is situated in Bellarine, 15 minutes drive from Geelong and the restaurant had wide open windows which overlooked clear aquamarine blue water on the left side and on the right side you could enjoy scenic rolling views of the hills.
We enquired about going to the cafe but the cafe seemed much busier and apparently serves delicious woodfired pizzas and the friendly waiter ...read more