Hickinbotham of Dromana is the destination of dreams, located along the Nepean Highway in Melbourne’s Dromana suburb, right on the stunning Mornington Peninsula. Not only are there gorgeous grounds for you to walk around in, with rows and rows of vines; there’s also an excellent restaurant that serves up Australian grub, both a la carte and with lovely sharing plates. We’re talking proper rustic vibes here, with open fireplaces, live music, and beautiful skyscapes while enjoying award-winning wine, food and beer, made right on site at Hickinbotham of Dromana.

Head Chef Marcus Levy knows that simplistic recipes are better, and he lets the organic, locally-sourced produce they use in the dishes speak for themselves. With everything from fresh seafood dishes to succulent game meats on the menu, the Australian approach here is a lot more than throwing a few shrimp on the barbie. The Escape menu at this Dromana eatery is a food journey like no other, incorporating tastes from the garden, vineyard, orchards and the beautiful bay in front of Hickinbotham of Dromana, and it’s a must for first-timers to this idyllic location. Melbourne dwellers are spoilt having this right on their doorstep, so it’s no wonder that tourists always make sure to stop at Hickinbotham of Dromana on their travels through Victoria as well. But don’t just take our word for it, book a table and check it out for yourself!