Had our mothers day lunch there , upon entry we were served champagne then had a lot of different entree portions , the main meal was absolutly fab and followed by a variety of desserts . service was fantastic and the food the absolute best ever.. loved the place.

Approximate cost: $45

If you're within 25 hours of this place, make the effort to go. Degustation is a culinary experience - not cheap but something that is out of this world. Pizzas on a thurs night are super tasty and for $12 are great value. These guys are not just pumping out parmas, they care about food and it shows on the menu and on your tastebuds. Do it.

Approximate cost: $45

The degustation menu at this cute restaurant is top notch, however go with plenty of room on your credit card as it is not cheap! We had 6 courses with wine and it was approximately $300 for the two of us, however it was an experience we will not forget. The champagne foam on cocoa veal tortellini was the highlight, with the incredible desserts coming in a close second. They brought out a serve of every dessert on the menu for us to share and each was better than the next, we'll be saving up to head back ASAP!

Approximate cost: $50

We booked for Sunday lunch to celebrate my partner's birthday. We've past through Yarck many times and haven't seen the Tea Rooms, but specifically going there, yes of course we found it! A rather assuming, converted weatherboard with many cars parked outside, testify to it's popularity. Upon entering, it's rather tight, or should I say intimate...? We were greeted by a waitress and to our dismay our booking had gone on holiday, it didn't exist. No drama, the woman took us through to the restaurant, through another cosy room and out into what I call an annexe. It was larger, white and had a fresh, open feel to it. I liked it. We sat at a table for 2 next to the front window, out of the way of traffic. I headed for the toilets, clean and spacious, then settled for lunch.
My partner had already sussed out what the go was and I was informed that we were having the Chef's Special, which is what all of the rave reviews have been about. Well, ok. All the waitress wanted to know was what we didn't/couldn't eat. I'm easy, my partner can't have pork. I was a little unsure about not having choice of menu, but at the same time it also seemed a little decadent.
We were shortly given 2 small slices of a vegetarian roll, YUM! and our glasses of wine arrived. You can purchase by the bottle, but seeing as I don't drink (rarely) my partner chose to try a few different glasses throughout the meal.
Anti pasta was the first course and this arrived in a series of plates, each timed with an appropriate interval. The theme of the anti pasta that day was seafood. Other that that, food is often sourced locally. Each serving was small (just as well!!), beautifully presented and simply exquisite! yum yum YUM!! Things like sardines and muscles alarmed me, but I tucked in and was pleasantly surprised. Bread was supplied so we could wipe our plates and soak up the delicious oils and salsas.
The first of the mains (that's right, the first!) was a pasta dish. I felt the pasta was a little undercooked, but it was still delicious. I realised I wasn't going to be able to eat everything and my partner helped me out. The next mains came, rabbit roll with pork mince and vegies, oh oh! No, my partner can't eat pork!!! There was a moment of 'are you sure..??' Then the waitress went back to check. Yes, it had been noted, but forgotten. Hm, just as well we checked!! I held onto my plate because I wanted to try the rabbit and my partner was given beef. Both meals were subtle in taste and tender.
The final course was dessert. We were first given a sorbet to cleanse our palette, it was pineapple, although I could taste something savoury in there as well. It was lovely. Then a plate of 3 sample sized portions arrived. Tiramisu - I'm not a fan, but this was best I've had - profiteroles and a custard tart with peach and raspberry sauce. I don't have much of a sweet tooth, but it was all lovely.
Throughout the meal the staff constantly surveyed the room, checking diners to ensure they weren't without food or drink for too long, yet not harassing. Service was excellent and very friendly!
Well, I'd been expecting the meal to be pricey, but when the invoice arrived I went into shock. I'd bought my partner a good quality first edition (1892) book he wanted, and well, the meal cost more...!!!
Don't get me wrong, the food was exquisite! The service outstanding and friendly! I just think I would've appreciated knowing up front what the cost of the Chef's Special was to save myself the stress of surprise. I certainly cannot and will not complain about the price as the meal was one of best we've had! We were both so full it was like Christmas lunch all over again!!
The Chef's Special is $85 per head, plus drinks. I'm not sure if that's a set price or if it changes according to what's available. We'd had a lot of excellent seafood that day.
If you're wanting somewhere special to dine I can highly recommend the Tea Rooms of Yarck! Just don't expect common tea room prices ;)