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Modern European restaurant in Beaufort, Victoria
What should I order at Magnolia wine Bar and cafe?
What to order
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Arancini
One of the most frequently praised items, described as incredible, fresh, perfectly cooked, and even the best some reviewers have ever tasted.
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Duck
Repeatedly highlighted as a standout main, with reviewers calling it beautifully presented, perfectly cooked, bursting with flavour, and the best duck breast they’ve had.
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Gnocchi
Highly recommended for its texture and taste, especially the potato gnocchi, which was called pillow-soft and the best one reviewer has ever eaten.
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Kingfish
Praised in multiple reviews for its vibrant flavour combinations, especially with coconut milk and yuzu sauce, and described as a memorable standout entrée.
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Oysters
Recommended for being perfectly prepared with abundant flavour, and they were part of several diners’ favorite shared dishes.
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Pasta
Several pasta dishes were praised for being perfectly cooked and full of flavour, including lamb ragu pasta, seafood pasta, and prawn crab pasta.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 3 PM |
About Magnolia wine Bar and cafe
Magnolia Wine Bar and Cafe is a Modern European restaurant and caterer in Beaufort, Victoria. It serves lunch, dinner, brunch, dessert, and catering, with dine-in, takeout, curbside pickup, and outdoor seating available. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, especially arancini, gnocchi, oysters, seafood pasta, eye fillet, duck, and kingfish dishes, along with the warm service and relaxed, cozy atmosphere. It is also noted for a strong wine list, cocktails, coffee, and dessert.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Magnolia Wine Bar and Cafe known for?
It is especially known for arancini, gnocchi, oysters, and seafood pasta, with many reviews also calling out duck and eye fillet. Guests repeatedly mention that the dishes are carefully plated, well cooked, and worth the drive to Beaufort.
What dishes are most recommended at Magnolia Wine Bar and Cafe?
The most recommended dishes include the arancini, potato gnocchi, duck, kingfish with coconut milk and yuzu sauce, and seafood pasta with mussels and prawns. Reviewers also praise the oysters, eye fillet, lamb ragu pasta, and the French baguette with Japanese fermented butter.
What is the atmosphere like at Magnolia Wine Bar and Cafe?
The vibe is described as casual, cozy, romantic, and trendy, with an elegant front room and outdoor seating. Reviewers say it works well for couples, groups, and solo diners, and several mention the staff making them feel warmly welcomed.
Is Magnolia Wine Bar and Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is A$60–140, and reviewers say the restaurant is well priced for the level of cooking and service. Several note that it "punches well above its weight" for a small rural venue in Beaufort, Victoria, especially given the quality of dishes like duck, eye fillet, and tasting menu selections.
Do you need a reservation at Magnolia Wine Bar and Cafe?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts bookings. Reviewers mention it as a destination stop in Beaufort, so reserving ahead is a good idea for evening meals, especially when ordering popular dishes like oysters, arancini, or the tasting menu.
Is parking available at Magnolia wine Bar and cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Magnolia wine Bar and cafe have vegetarian options?
Yes, Magnolia wine Bar and cafe offers vegan options.
Is Magnolia wine Bar and cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, Magnolia wine Bar and cafe is good for kids.
