What should I order at The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth?
The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth
Rabbit Fettuccine
Mentioned multiple times as perfectly cooked and delicious, praised for its tender pasta and flavorful sauce, making it a standout main dish.
Panna Cotta
Highly recommended dessert noted for being creamy, flavorful, and a perfect way to finish the meal; several reviewers shared gluten-free panna cotta and honey panna cotta specifically.
Gnocchi
Recommended by vegetarians and others alike, with the gorgonzola gnocchi described as exquisite and the vegetarian gnocchi as very yummy.
Chestnut Soup / Chestnut Fettucine
The chestnut soup and chestnut fettucine were both highlighted for their deliciousness and perfect preparation, praised for their unique and well-balanced flavors.
Smoked Trout Entrée
Described as phenomenal and amazing, the smoked trout is a popular starter that impressed diners with its flavor and quality.
Eye Fillet
Mentioned alongside the rabbit fettuccine as phenomenal, the eye fillet was praised for its quality and perfect cooking.
Squid Ink Pasta with Chilli Garlic Calamari
Called divine and an amazing dinner choice, this dish was noted for its bold flavors and excellent preparation.
Pork Sausage with Lentils
Acknowledged as a perfect combination and one of the best meals experienced by a reviewer, highlighting the quality and taste of the dish.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 to 8 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5:30 to 8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth
The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth is a European restaurant in Beechworth, Victoria, with French and Italian influences. Reviewers consistently praise the pasta and dessert dishes, especially gnocchi, fettuccine, panna cotta, soufflé, and rabbit fettuccine. The restaurant is described as cozy and romantic, with local produce, local wines, and attentive service. It offers lunch and dinner, with dine-in and outdoor seating.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth known for?
It is especially known for rabbit fettuccine, gnocchi, and panna cotta, with reviewers also calling out soufflé and honey panna cotta. People repeatedly mention well-balanced, carefully cooked dishes and a strong local wine selection, which makes it a popular dinner spot in Beechworth.
What dishes are most recommended at The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth?
Reviewers most often recommend the wild rabbit fettuccine, gorgonzola gnocchi, honey panna cotta, and chestnut fettuccine with rabbit. Other dishes that get strong praise include smoked trout, parfait, risotto, duck, and squid ink pasta with chilli garlic calamari.
What is the atmosphere like at The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, romantic, quiet, and intimate, with rustic decor and a small dining room. That makes it a good fit for anniversary dinners, couples, groups, and solo dining when you want a calm meal rather than a loud setting.
Is The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is A$40–140, which suggests it can cover a broad range of orders from a lighter meal to a more elaborate dinner with wine. Reviewers still describe the food, desserts, and wine as worth it, especially for the quality of the cooking and service in a small town like Beechworth.
Should you book ahead at The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth?
Yes, reservations are required and dinner reservations are recommended, and reviews mention booking ahead for busy nights. Because it is a small, intimate space, planning ahead is especially useful for dinner.
Is parking available at The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth offers vegetarian options.
Is The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth kid-friendly?
Yes, The Ox and Hound Bistro Beechworth is good for kids.
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