Where to eat

Our food partners, the Healesville Hotel, are renowned for a dynamic, passionate approach to food. They use high quality local produce from the region’s farms, orchards and artisan producers.

Between our three cafes, we cater for every taste and budget – from couples looking for fine dining, to groups wanting a great lunch option, to fussy kids looking for a snack on-the-go.

Sanctuary Harvest

Where: adjacent to the new Kangaroo Country exhibit 

Open: 10am-4pm

This is our biggest (and best!) cafe at the Sanctuary. We have casual lunch options, which you can grab and go from the cabinet and we have a full a la carte menu available from 12-2pm. Our menus change seasonally and there is always a wide range of options to choose from. 

If you're after something to drink, coffee, hot chocolate, amazing Yarra Valley wines, beers and ciders, this is the place to be! 

Check out our menu here.

Candlebark Cafe

Where: next to the gift shop at Front Entrance

Open: 9am-5pm

Candlebark cafe is all about a quick bite to eat on the way in, or out of the Sanctuary. We have a mixture of hot and cold food to choose from, as well as ice creams and drink - and don't forget the coffee!

Pavilion Cafe

Where: next to the Reptile House

Open: 11am-2pm

Pavillion is situated in the middle of the park, where we offer a mix of hot and cold food for that perfect snack and you make your way around the park!

Group Bookings

We have a range of options for larger groups including our group deals at Sanctuary Harvest Cafe or our Picnic Packs and BBQs menus.

These all need to be pre-ordered, but are a fabulous way to experience the food and the atmosphere here at the Sanctuary!