Top Five Restaurants to Enjoy During Your Summer Stay in the Margaret River Region
If you are planning your summer holiday or a weekend break to relax, you will be hard-pressed to find a better area than the Margaret River Region. There is something for everyone there, including beaches, hiking, caves, rare species of flora and fauna, and course, premier winemaking.
No matter your plans, you will need to eat at some point. For many people finding new restaurants is a part of the adventure. Here are five delightful restaurants you will want to visit when you are in the area.
1. Pizzica Italian Restaurant
Address: 73 Bussell Hwy, Margaret River, WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9758 7361
Open Tuesday – Saturday 5:00 pm-10:30 pm
Last Order: Kitchen at 9 pm – Pizzeria at 9:30 pm
Pizzica Italian Restaurant is known throughout the Margaret River Region for its authentic Italian pizzas and charcoal grill cuisine. The restaurant atmosphere is exceptionally absorbing as the cave-like interior makes you believe you could be tucked away in Rome, steps from the Coliseum.
The pizza menu is extensive, and everyone is sure to find a favourite. Diners can also enjoy unique offerings such as lamb, pork shanks and more. Salads and desserts are among other favourites available. For the younger diners, there is a kid’s menu.
Pizzica is a popular place for dining in, so calling ahead is best. You can also enjoy selections from their carryout menu.
2. Hay Shed Hill
Address: 511 Harmans Mill Rd, Wilyabrup, WA 6280
Phone: +61 8 9755 6046
Open Daily 10:00 am-5:00 pm
For an epicurean experience, be sure to pay a visit to Rustico at Hay Shed Hill. Located in the Wilyabrup Valley, the winery specialises in single vineyard wines.
Your divine dining experience at Rustico features a premier degustation menu paired with exceptional wines. The five delightful courses represent the Rustico Tapas brand made famous from its Rockingham Beach venue. A fantastic three-course kid’s meal offers youngsters croquettes, a choice of fish or pizza and bravas for the main course and delicious churros to finish. Two and a half hours is the recommended time allowance for this one-of-a-kind experience.
3. Miki’s Open Kitchen
Address: 131 Bussell Hwy, Margaret River, WA 6285
Phone: +61 8 9758 7673
Open Tuesday – Saturday 6:00 – 11:00 pm
Consistently mentioned among the top dining establishments in the Margaret River Region, Miki’s Open Kitchen offers a delightful dining experience. Guests have a full view of the kitchen, where Miki and his protegees prepare cuisine born from local and regional ingredients.
The menu features three degustation choices.
- Miki’s Complete – The best way to experience all that Miki’s has to offer, this eight-course meal introduces you to every ingredient from the kitchen featuring 24 different elements.
- Miki’s Trust – This seven-course selection features a minimum of 16 elements with your choice of the main course.
- Miki’s 4 Kids – A six-course introductory degustation for young ones to enjoy in perfect portions. (For children under age 10.)
Miki’s takes reservations for two dinner seating, one at 6:00 pm with two hours to dine and one at 8:15 pm.
4. Shelter Brewing Company
Address: 11 Foreshore Parade, Busselton, WA 6280
Phone: +61 8 9754 4444
Open Daily 10:00 am – 10:00 pm. Bagels and coffee are served from 7:00 am
Located just steps from the world-famous Busselton Jetty, Shelter Brewing Company is the perfect spot to relax, take a break from the sun, and enjoy a great meal and a local brew.
Don’t let the relaxed atmosphere fool you. The Shelter Brewing Company offers serious food selections. You can enjoy any one of several beers, ales or cocktails along with fantastic meals such as wood-fired pizzas, beautiful burgers from local beef, 12-hour smoked brisket, and many more delicious choices. A kid’s menu is available, as well.
Remember, when you come, Shelter Brewing Company is a cashless venue and accepts VISA, Mastercard and AMEX.
5. Vasse Felix
Address: 4357 Caves Rd, Wilyabrup, WA 6280
Phone: +61 8 9756 5000
Open Daily for Lunch Reservations 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Located at one of Western Australia’s capstone wineries, Vasse Felix has achieved wide acclaim as one of Australia’s finest restaurants. You can enjoy the impeccable cuisine, dubbed modern Australian, from the Ala Carte menu or journey with the chefs as they prepare a tasting menu featuring some of Margaret River’s finest offerings paired with exceptional wine selections. Vasse Felix can accommodate dietary requests with at least 24 hours’ notice.
Forest Rise is the ideal place to stay and enjoy these and many more delightful dining experiences along with the recreation and natural wonders of the region. For reservations, be sure to contact us directly to learn about special offers and gifts. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us.