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.

CLASSIC BEEF BURGER - 180g of char grilled beef with cos lettuce, dill pickles, white onion and American cheese, topped with burger sauce and ketchup, served with fries.
  • 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!

Alfresco Deck Casual Dining

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.

Dog Express 77
21143 0821
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Contact Us / Book a table

Lakeside Visitor Centre Enquiry

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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

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