I have always had a great experience at the Phoenix Brewery and my last visit didn't disappoint. Their tapas menu and dinner specials are both excellent value and always contain a wide choice of interesting and often seasonal/local produce. The dishes are always cooked perfectly, with well balanced flavors. The staff somehow manage to pull off that difficult balance between being unobtrusive but attentive (a rare find!). The ambiance and layout are relaxed and spacious. The best place to eat in Ballarat, in my opinion.