The Yacht Club Ballarat
Overview
The Yacht Club Ballarat sits right on the edge of Lake Wendouree, making it a favourite spot for locals and visitors looking for relaxed dining with a view. The venue serves up breakfast and lunch every day, with a menu that covers everything from coffee and cake to shared plates and a glass of wine. It's the sort of place where you can linger over brunch, catch up with friends, or simply watch the water and passing rowers.
Beyond the cafe, The Yacht Club is well-known for its versatile event spaces. Whether you're planning a wedding, a work function, or a family celebration, the team can tailor the space and menu to suit. Live music and a welcoming atmosphere round out the experience, making it a lively hub on Ballarat's lakeside.
What The Yacht Club Ballarat offers
Casual dining for breakfast and lunch
Coffee and cake service
Wine and shared plate menu
Event and function hosting for social or corporate occasions
Live music sessions
Location
Wendouree Parade, Lake Wendouree VIC 3350
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Locals and visitors love The Yacht Club Ballarat for its beautiful lakeside setting on Lake Wendouree, relaxed vibe and genuinely friendly, efficient service. Reviewers praise how accommodating the team is for families and even last?minute walk?ins, with quick, cheerful service across breakfast and lunch. The indoor and outdoor seating makes it a great spot to sit by the water, enjoy the view and watch the sailing.
Menu favourites get plenty of shout?outs: top?class coffee in big, heat?holding mugs, a generous seafood platter with delicious chips, standout oysters, and a much?loved roast veg salad with falafels. People also enjoyed share plates like dumplings and spring rolls, the charcuterie board for a mid?arvo snack, tasty pizzas, fluffy kids pancakes, fried eggs and toast, and sweet treats like pudding and panna cotta. Many note the good value, welcoming atmosphere and that it is an easy place to recommend.