5 delicious cafes and restaurants near Anchoridge

It's no secret that Geelong is home to a vibrant cafe and food culture, and Armstrong Creek is no exception.

Whether it's brunch, a lunch catch-up or a dinner with friends, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

1 - Cockatoo

When it comes to cafes in Armstrong Creek and Geelong, it's hard to go past Cockatoo!

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, promising fresh food, tasty drinks and good vibes, this crowd-pleaser cafe has been the one-stop-shop for Armstrong Creek residents since 2018.

With a relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, it's the perfect place for all occasions.

Be sure to try the Cuban foccacia or one of their wood-fired pizzas (pictured above). Thank us later!

Cockatoo is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Village Warralily Shopping Centre, only 2km from Anchoridge.

2 - Untitled Cafe

When it comes to breakfast, lunch or brunch, look no further than Untitled Cafe in Armstrong Creek! With modern decor and a relaxed atmosphere, it's the perfect place to enjoy a catch-up with friends or simply grab a coffee on the go.

The menu features classic breakfast dishes plus an abundance of freshly-made sandwiches, salads, and desserts. Plus, with a wide selection of vegan and vegetarian options, it's easy to see why Untitled has quickly become one of Geelong's top cafes.

Just 6km from Anchoridge, Untitled Cafe is open from 7am - 4pm, 7 days a week in Armstrong Creek Town Centre.

3 - Sullies Kiosk

Another contender for a delicious breakfast or lunch, you'll quickly discover why Sullies Kiosk in Armstrong Creek is now a big name in the Geelong cafe scene.

Offering a delicious range of treats, freshly-brewed coffee, pastries and locally-sourced meals, it's the perfect new local to show off to your visitors.

For all you sweet tooths out there, be sure to try the jaw-dropping french toast, complete with fairy floss!

Say no more!

Sullies Kiosk is open from 7am - 3pm, 7 days a week at the Village Warralily Shopping Centre, located 2km from Anchoridge.

4- Nicol's Paddock

One of Greater Geelong's biggest perks has to be the incredible wine regions that surround our community. With the Bellarine Peninsula, Surf Coast and Moorabool Valley wine regions all within half an hour's drive, Saturday sips with friends just got a whole lot more exciting.

Be sure to add Nicol's Paddock to your list, a Geelong-based winery located just 15 minutes from Anchoridge.

Situated on a beautiful property, Nicol's Paddock is a small, family-run winery, with on-site vineyards that flourish in the rich, limestone soil of Waurn Ponds.

Offering a unique, shared dining experience full of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, it's the perfect location for your next Sunday lunch.

Of course, no lunch is complete without some delicious local wine.

Be sure to try the chardonnay, pinot noir and estate grown rose or shiraz, all lovingly made on-site and bottled by vigneron, Peter Nicol.

Nicol's Paddock is open Thursdays from 11am - 4pm, Friday & Saturday from 11am - 10pm and Sundays from 11am - 5pm at 35 Waurn Ponds Drive, Waurn Ponds, only 13km from Anchoridge.

5 - Sandstone & Co

Every good day should start and end with a delicious meal, and Sandstone & Co is the perfect place for just that.

Conveniently located in Grovedale, just 9 minutes from Anchoridge, this newcomer on Geelong's food scene promises three things; delicious, fresh, tasty food, amazing coffee and exceptional customer service!

With meals lovingly prepared using the finest, freshest ingredients, indulge in a late lunch, brunch, or delicious dinner with family and friends.

Located 7km from Anchoridge, Sandstone & Co is open Sunday - Thursday from 9am to 2:30pm, Fridays and Saturdays from 9am - 2:30pm and 6-9pm and Sundays from 9am - 2:30pm at 284 Torquay Road, Grovedale.

For more inspiration, be sure to check out other blogs, including 5 local wineries you should visit this weekend!