Dining on the Mornington Peninsula

Great views of the bay are part of the package at dozens of eateries dotted around the Mornington Peninsula. Coastal villages such as Mornington, Sorrento and Portsea are packed with cafés and restaurants serving up fine food with scenic bay views. A favourite is The Baths in Sorrento, a classic seaside pavilion on the foreshore.

Mild sunny days make it a pleasure to dine outdoors and many restaurants along the coast offer alfresco dining. Or just slip into the local fish and chippery for a parcel of their finest and find yourself a spot on the beach.

Dine among the vines at one of the local wineries where homegrown wines are matched with great café and restaurant food. Try the well-known Red Hill Estate, Willow Creek Vineyard, The Vines at Red Hill or the renowned Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove. For the ultimate view, dine at Arthurs Seat, 314 metres above the sea overlooking Melbourne and the bay.