Wickens At The Royal Mail Hotel

Wickens was the most incredible dining experience of my life. My fiancé booked us in for the chefs table after proposing to me, where we were seated within the kitchen and provided with in depth information about all dishes prepared by each chef. Everything was absolutely delicious and the level of service we received was phenomenal. I’m not one who tends to order dessert, but the dessert we received was the best I have ever eaten in my life. I still think about it. Because of this, Wickens will always hold a special place in my heart. Executive Chef Robin Wickens was also very sweet and caring after I was stung by a bee during the kitchen garden tour (which was also so wonderful! Make sure you do this if visiting). Dining at Wickens is an incredible experience and I cannot recommend it more.

Just sensational! Could not rate this more highly. It was an absolute stand out fine dining experience and worth every dollar. Extensive wine list, impeccable service and incredible flavour combinations with presentation so perfect. Loved my table by the kitchen and the view of Mount Sturgeon was awesome as the sun went down. Quite daunted by the fact it was my first time dining solo, but it was too good an opportunity to skip as I passed through Dunkeld and all the staff made it very pleasant for me. Disappointed the garden tour got cancelled, but these things happen. Highly recommend putting Wickens on your bucket list!

Oh. My. Lord. If I died today, I would die happy, knowing I have experienced the most amazing meal I will probably have in my life. First, we were met in the reception, offered a drink and made to feel welcome. Then we were shown to our table in the quietest kitchen I have ever been in. I sat there with my mouth agape most of the time, watching the team of incredible professionals do their thing. Even when some plates fell to the ground, there was no fuss. Just a quiet clean up and in with business. The attention to detail was simply amazing and the different flavours in the food were simply stunning. Pickled silvan berries, popcorn, pumpkin that tasted like chocolate, the duck that was SO delicious. There is some sort of sorcery in this kitchen and I want to know what it is! The young pastry chef who did bread and dessert is to be commended for his passion and skill. The gentleman who brought us our ‘vegetables’ at the end of the evening was charming. And Robin, your professionalism, calmness, attention to detail and the manner in which you communicate with your team is not only good to watch, it is amazing just to know that you are treating your team well. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and left with VERY full bellies, and the memory of a meal that will not be forgotten for a very long time. Thank you to the whole team, from the lovely ladies washing the dishes, who worked so hard all night, to the team in the kitchen and the wait staff, all of whom were professional and knowledgeable. We will return.

The most exquisite fine dining experience ever. Everything was just perfect. Every dish didn’t just look like art but tasted like heaven. The explosion of different flavors and textures is unforgettable. The service was top notch, attention to every detail. Thank you for this amazing experience.

Absolutely amazing degustation dinner! A bucket list item. Do NOT stay here and pass up the chance to be wowed by the food and the super extensive wine list. An absolute culinary masterpiece! Big shout out to Leo and Madison for their wonderful and impeccable service. And, of course, the chefs that put it all together. Hats off..... I truly had a most wonderful evening and I would rate the whole experience as one of the top 3 meals I have had worldwide. All this with great views over the Grampians. What is there not to like? I will be back.

Incredible fine dining experience from start to finish. We had the kitchen garden tour in the morning which was excellent and explained why the menu constantly changes due to product supply. We had the 5 course option but it turned into 10 courses with an extra one for our anniversary.

We’ve dined at Wickens on multiple occasions, the last being in 2021. It was a fantastic dining experience every single time but this time it was even better if that is possible. Every dish was exceptional from start to finish, not a weak morsel to be found. Cannot speak high enough about the service, every member of staff was fantastic! A must dining destination!

Incredible dining experience, definitely the best I’ve had in Victoria. The detail and effort put in by the chefs and waiting staff show in the amazing quality of the food and overall experience. We were served 12 courses over a 3 hour session (well worth the money) and all were amazing encapsulating different flavours from the kitchen garden and local produce, definitely recommend trying the lamb. The wine selections and recommendations were also exceptional. If you’re after a weekend away to experience great food I highly recommend staying at the Royal Mail Hotel and booking a dinner at Wickens.