Port Phillip Estate and Kooyong Wines

We had a fabulous lunch at Port Phillip Estate. Charlotte and Ash really looked after us. The service level was impeccable with every detail attended to. Amazing views of Port Phillip Bay and the food was also exceptional. Serving sizes were way more than we expected. Of note were the scallops and the duck fat potatoes, super yummy.

We had our wedding reception at Port Phillip Estate and couldn’t be happier. The team were amazing in organising and running the event on the day (thank you Rachel, Al, Ash and team), the food and wine were fantastic and the venue was exceptional. We stayed overnight along with some family and friends and everyone agreed the rooms were beautiful and luxurious and topped off a fantastic day of celebration.

No Compassion, Ruined Easter - Avoid Port Phillip Estate We just had a terrible Easter lunch at Port Phillip Estate because of how poorly it was managed. As a family of 4 with 3 vegetarians, we checked the online menu before booking. It showed pasta for the vegetarian main, which the family was happy with. When we arrived, the only option was cauliflower. This was devastatingly disappointing, especially after travelling far, but we went ahead. The cauliflower was bad. None of the vegetarians really touched their main meal – it honestly ended in tears for one family member at the table. I explained the situation to our waiter (she was lovely) who got the manager. The manager was awful – arrogant and completely lacking compassion. He wouldn't acknowledge their obvious mistake with the website menu and offered nothing to make it right. We paid over $550 for a special Easter lunch, wanting it to be memorable. Instead, most of us left hungry, upset by the manager's utter lack of care, and facing a tearful drive home. Avoid this place if you expect basic decency or accuracy.

We had a truly remarkable stay here last week. The service, food and drinks not to mention the rooms was a fantastic experience and the personal touch from all staff made our stay fantastic. Thanks again , we will be back

Visited today for wine tasting followed by lunch in the dining room for my wife's birthday. What a great experience. We were first greeted by Jo, the maître d, who was friendly, professional and personable. The Sommelier was friendly, knowledgeable and selected the wines based on our preference. We had the fixed price 3 course seasonal menu. The food was excellent, smallish in portions, but full of flavour to tantalise the taste buds and certainly not hungry at the end. Jo provided excellent advice on the menu options and checked our level of satisfaction after each course. The view is amazing. We visited mid-week so was not that busy. Thoroughly recommend. We will definitely be back.

Absolutely incredible from start to finish. My partner and I had been looking for places to celebrate our anniversary for a while and decided to explore out of our comfort zone and make the trek down to Mornington Peninsula, usually frequenting the plethora of options available to us in the CBD. The views and building itself in particular are extraordinary. Limestone walls decorate the the exterior of the estate and although i imagine may appear harsh and brutal in appearance to some, compliments fantastically with the wide panoramic view of Western Port Bay stretching the length of the building. Standouts for the food was the definitely the duck breast, described as being the one constant on the menu for nearly 2 years, with the rest of the menu altered from season to season. I can see why. What was really the highlight of our visit however was the service. From the second we arrived, a gentlemen by the name of Ash greeted us warmly and avidly, guiding us to our table and congratulating us on our anniversary. From table to table, we watched as he walked each individual guest through on what makes the place special, acting as a host, waiter and sommelier all at the same time. He curated and probed for each persons wine preference, expertly showcasing and matching accordingly, as well as going through the entirety of the menu top to bottom with his own personal recommendations, explaining comprehensively yet concisely on how each dish works, where it's sourced, why each component goes with what. We really felt like his own private guests and were subject to some of the best service we've had in quite some time, thanks again Ash. Thank you very much for a wonderful afternoon Port Phillip Estate, we're looking forward in eager anticipation to experiencing more of the same when we return. - JK

We booked a midweek lunch at Port Phillip Estate and overall had a great experience. The booking process itself was smooth, and while the pricing is definitely on the higher end, the food was absolutely worth it. We went for the three-course meal at $100, and every dish was delicious, with excellent wine pairings that matched perfectly. The venue is stunning—modern architecture with immaculate decor, spacious enough for large groups, and unbeatable views overlooking the vineyard and even the ocean in the distance. Service was great on the floor—efficient and attentive. We didn't stay in the hotel. That said, the booking follow-up was a bit of a letdown. I was asked to fill out details like the occasion and upload a photo so we’d be recognised upon arrival, but none of that was acknowledged. We weren’t greeted as expected, and I had to repeat several times whose birthday it was, despite submitting everything through SevenRooms. That kind of spoiled the special touch I was hoping for. Still, if you’re after top-tier food and a beautiful setting for lunch, Port Phillip Estate delivers. Highly recommend the food and especially the desserts.

Sunday cheeky lunch very enjoyable, and good value compared to degustation type offerings elsewhere. Great venue, staff very personable (and working very hard), highly recommended and we plan to come back with friends. The view alone is worth a visit, and grab a bottle of the Kooyong Pinot Gris while you’re there.