Where to eat
Enhance your dining experience amid natural beauty.
Immerse yourself in the bushland setting while relaxing at one of our three cafes, each thoughtfully designed to cater to various tastes and budgets.
Whether you're looking for a tranquil escape or a delightful lunch outing with a group, we've crafted menus to accommodate all preferences. Even the youngest visitors will discover delightful snack choices to suit their discerning tastes.
At Healesville Sanctuary, our dedication extends not only to providing a haven for wildlife but also to creating a space where visitors can relish seasonal cuisine amid nature's tranquillity.
Join us and savour the perfect harmony of nature's wonders and delectable dining options.
Open daily
Please note outlet trading hours are subject to change.
Sanctuary Harvest Café
Opening hours: 10am-3pm weekdays / 9:30am-4.00pm weekends and holidays
Where: next to Bunjil Nature Play
Self-service café with indoor and outdoor seating. The crafted menu is prepared on site and caters for quick and nutritious meals for all ages.
While we're proud of our regional roots, we also know the importance of variety. We've carefully curated our menu to offer the best of both worlds, featuring a mix of local and international flavours. Our commitment to using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients remains strong, however we also invite you to savour global influences that enhance our offerings.
Ben & Jerry's
Open limited hours
Where: at Sanctuary Harvest Café
Try an exciting wide range of Ben and Jerry’s scoop flavours, or choose from our selection of sundaes and shakes.
Candlebark Café
Opening hours: 9am-5pm
Where: next to the gift shop at Front Entrance
Candlebark Café is conveniently located opposite the gift shop at the Front Entrance. It is the perfect place to grab a quick coffee when entering or departing Healesville Sanctuary.
The menu boasts a selection of both hot and cold culinary delights, alongside indulgent ice creams and an array of beverages.
Open during peak periods
Including weekends, public holidays and school holidays.
Banksia Café
Opening hours: 11am-3pm on weekends, public holidays and school holidays.
Where: next to the Reptile House
Banksia Café is located next to the Reptile House in the heart of Healesville Sanctuary.
Try delicious pizza and enjoy Yarra Valley wine and beer offerings, along with all-time-favourite hot and cold food options - perfect for those moments when you wish to relax and savour your surroundings.
Whether you are seeking a quick snack or a leisurely bite, our menu is designed to complement your Sanctuary experience.
Important notice regarding food allergies:
While our catering outlets endeavour to accommodate guests with food allergies or intolerances, we would like to advise that all our food is made in a kitchen which handles and prepares: Gluten, Wheat, Milk, Soy, Crustacea, Egg, Fish, Tree Nuts, Sesame, Peanuts and Sulphites.
Any queries? Questions?
Healesville Sanctuary Private Functions and Corporate Events.
Get in touch with our events team.
Email: hsevents@zoo.org.au
Ph: (03) 5957 2816