Fondata 1872
Highlights
- Savour seasonal Italian dishes crafted from local produce in the vibrant dining room of Fondata 1872.
- Enjoy alfresco dining surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Victoria's Yarra Valley, just 45 minutes from Melbourne.
- Celebrate special occasions in unique venues, from intimate functions in the Wellers room to lively receptions in the main dining area.
- Indulge in local wines while engaging in great conversation, creating unforgettable memories in a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Located in Victoria’s stunning Yarra Valley, just 45 minutes from Melbourne CBD. Fondata 1872 is a winery restaurant, a unique Yarra Valley wedding venue, celebrating Italian food, wine and culture through Italian inspired dishes created from seasonal and local Australian produce.
The lively dining room is the perfect place to spend an afternoon or evening enjoying amazing food, local wines and great conversation. The Italian restaurant is available for a la carte dining as well as functions and corporate events: a birthday celebration in the bar, a christening in the Wellers room or a Spring wedding ceremony on the lawn followed by an unforgettable reception in the main dining room. Whatever your occasion, they can make it happen.
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
- Victoria Tourism Industry Council
Features
Current offers
Fondata pasta & wine night
Join them on Wednesday nights for pasta and wine night.
Enjoy delicious house made pasta dishes and a glass of wine or craft beer, all for $40 per person.
Book online or contact the reservations team via phone.
Fondata is the contemporary revival of the iconic Weller’s, a place where city style meets country hospitality. The vista from the main dining room is across the stunning rolling hills of the Yarra Valley.
From the Grill – Thursday Steak Night
Join them on Thursday nights as their talented kitchen team fire up the grill. Enjoy a 250g grass fed steak served with shoestring fries and salad all for just $35.
Full a la carte menu also available.
Available every Thursday from 6pm.
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Braille and tactile signage on all information and paths of travel are available.
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
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