On The Lane

On The Lane wins locals and travellers over with its warm, vintage charm and friendly service. Reviewers rave about the coffee and hot chocolate, plus a tasty line-up that includes scrambled eggs, Caesar salad, bacon and egg sandwiches, lasagne, shepherd's pie, tomato corn soup, fish and chips, flathead fish, red velvet lamingtons, fresh cakes and hot chips. Several mention gluten free options and care for Coeliac diners, with food cooked to order and served with a smile.

The cosy laneway setting, 100-plus-year-old building and relaxing ambience make it a lovely spot to dine in or al fresco. Families appreciate the spacious seating for prams and the high chair, early risers like that it opens before 9 am, and drivers note the handy parking out front. It's the kind of place people say they'll return to whenever they're in Colac.