Salix has 2 sections-a fine dining restaurant with huge windows overlooking a very Tuscan scene of picturesque vineyards, and more casual cafe, with a tapas style menu with indoor and outdoor deck seating (also with wonderful views). I have eaten several times at both sections and have rarely been disappointed. The fine dining area offers beautifully presented generally delicious food, with serve sizes being more nouvelle cuisine size than generous, but the flavours are exquisite. They do duck particularly well, and the desserts are always special. The prices aren't low, but compared to some of the prices you pay in the Mornington Peninsula, they are not unreasonable.
The cafe section has a selection of interesting tapas style dishes with 2 larger size dishes also offered. The quality has been consistently great, with beautiful flavors. They serve fantastic bread, have a good kids menu, and you can order the Willow Creek wine by the glass.