The Turret Cafe
Highlights
- Savour award-winning dishes crafted from the finest local ingredients at The Turret Café in Ballarat.
- Indulge in freshly baked sourdough and pastries from the in-house Turret Bakehouse, renowned for quality.
- Enjoy alfresco dining under the sun, perfect for families and pet lovers alike in central Ballarat.
- Experience local wines paired expertly with your meal, enhancing the flavours of Ballarat's culinary scene.
Ballarat’s Heritage-listed The Turret Café delivers all day dining using only the finest ingredients grown in Ballarat.
This award winning venue was named Best licensed cafe in Victoria by the golden plate awards in 2024, Best cafe, pub and restaurant in Ballarat for the past 2 years and Commerce Ballarat Business of the Year in 2025.
Now with the addition of its in-house artisan bakery, Turret Bakehouse, which produces signature sourdough loaves, pastries and Ballarat’s best Bakery Pie daily.
It’s just not a visit to Ballarat without a visit to The Turret Cafe.
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Accreditations
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HACCP Food Safety Certification
- Restaurant and Catering Australia
- Victoria Tourism Industry Council
Features
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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