The Railway Café
Set on the picturesque grounds of the Emerald Lake Park, overlooking Lake Treganowan is the Lakeside Visitor Centre's family-friendly Railway Café.
The Railway Cafe offers a relaxed indoor and outdoor setting surrounded by green rainforest trees and lush ferns. With something for everyone, our tasty menu offers options for both adults and kids.
As a fully licensed venue, our drinks bar is also stocked with a local line-up of beer, wine and cider varieties.
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Open
Mon-Thu 9 am - 3 pm
Fri-Sun 9 am - 4.30 pm -
Cafe Menu
OUTDOOR dining
With uninterrupted views of the lake and some of the best seats in the house to catch our travelling steam locomotives, you’ll have no problem finding a nice spot to settle in and wave on as you enjoy a bite to eat.
Comfortably seating 80* guests’ alfresco style, the outdoor terrace offers a year-round summer beer garden feel with delicious drink and food options to choose from. No bookings necessary – just walk in and meet one of our friendly staff, who will find you a table!
And, if you’re on-the-go, takeaway coffees and a spot of lunch go hand-in-hand with a wander through the precinct. We have a range of tasty takeaway options to go with your coffee or smoothie!
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OUR OUTDOOR DINING is Dog Friendly!
We welcome furry friends to join you in the Railway Café's outdoor dining area of the Lakeside Visitor Centre, either before or after taking a walk in the Emerald Lake Park.
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Contact Us / Book a table
Lakeside Visitor Centre Enquiry
Prefer to call? (03) 9757 0700
For general enquiries and bookings, contact our Belgrave office during their opening hours:
- 9.00 am – 5.00 pm AEST, Monday to Friday
- 9.00 am – 12.00 pm AEST, Saturday to Sunday