DINE DIVINE SASSAFRAS

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Dine Divine Sassafras Restaurant, Bar and Function Centre operates in a Fully renovated Old 1902 Methodist Church in the Dandenong Mountains located 40 klm for the heart of Melbourne.

CUISINES

Australian

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks

FEATURES

Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Gift Cards Available

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4.5

157 reviews

Excellent

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Very good

30

Average

9

Poor

8

Terrible

6

Laura H

Melbourne4 contributions

Perfect baby shower

Mar 2021 • friends

We recently hosted a baby shower high tea at Dine Divine and it was absolutely perfect. We booking Dine Divine for the baby shower at the last minute when another nearby venue cancelled our booking unexpectedly. Luckily Dine Divine turned out to be better than we could have imagined. We had the baby shower in the old church section so it was a private space. We were able to come an hour early to set up and decorate, and although scheduled to end at 2 pm, there was no problem for us to stay a bit later. The food was amazing. The best high tea I've ever had. We couldn't eat it all, but were able to take the leftovers home with us. Also the coffee was so good I had to have two. Through the whole event, Trevor and his team were great, making sure everyone had food and drinks and quickly meeting our every need. I can't thank them enough for making the day so easy. Though I live an hour away from Sassafras, I'm already planning my next visit to have that high tea again!

Written 28 March 2021

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Savy

4 contributions

Beautiful Charming Restaurant

Jan 2020 • family

My father and I dined here after visiting the Dandenong ranges, and we were both impressed with how delicious the food was! He got the lamb I got the porterhouse and both were divine-seriously top tier food. I also recommend the tea, it is delicious, and comes with pure heavy cream on the side. Will definitely re-visit this place.

Written 24 January 2020

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Loroy

Hobart28 contributions

Just Great

Aug 2024 • friends

This is an amazing spot and the meals we were served for breakfast were as amazing as the venue. We were greeted warmly, the service was efficient and friendly without being intrusive. The servings were substantial and well priced in comparison to some of the other venues we experienced. Plenty of choice in regard to both food and drinks too.

Written 18 August 2024

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Bayli

Melbourne20 contributions

Upset and dissapointed

Dec 2020 • none

I ordered 2 takeaway kids napoli’s and when I got home I was shocked as to how much oil they put on the pasta especially in a kid’s meal!! Despite the pasta serving being small (even for a kids meal) the oil was just disgusting. I actually had to drain all the oil and butter an place the pasta on paper towels to absorb the excess I wouldn’t feed my kid that if you paid me. Extremely upset and disappointed. Photo attached of all the oil and butter I poured out into a glass

Written 4 December 2020

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DoubleLJs

26 contributions

Not as good as expected.

Sept 2022 • none

Went on the weekend and yes it was busy but not overly so. The service was less than expected. After the initial drinks order was taken we had to chase the wait staff to order more, none of the staff checked if we were happy with our meals. Had to go to the bar to ask for the desert menu and coffee. Meals took a long time to come and were just OK, my partner commented that he had had a better parma in the local pub the night before and my meal was dry. I don't know that I would bother going back there.

Written 24 September 2022

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SAC2022

Melbourne3 contributions

Not divine service

Oct 2022 • none

We visit DD with a group of friends, one of them was in a wheelchair, so we couldn't access the restaurant. We stayed outside, It did not matter much since the day was pleasant. It was our first visit to the town, therefore we did not know how DD works, so one of us decided to ask if the waiter came to the table or if we placed the order at the counter. They told us to wait at the table. Ten minutes later we returned to request attention, during that wait two other tables were occupied next to us. They placed plates and took another 10 minutes to take our order. They did so but after the two previously mentioned tables. Half an hour later, lunch was served to the other tables and we still waiting. We asked if our lunch was far away two more times and on both occasions, they reply it was on its way. It took them 1 hour to serve us 4 dishes, at that time of the afternoon it was already cloudy and cold. We are aware of the shortage of staff, but good attention is measured in the details. Our deception would have been fixed with a heartfelt and honest apology but of all the people involved, only one (Sienna) apologized to us for what happened, the others acted either with disregard or even with apathy.

Written 2 October 2022

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Nina Z

2 contributions

Dine Delicious!

Dec 2023 • family

My family and I love Dine Divine! I came back to my home in Melbourne for an extended stay and my Mum, Dad and husband and I went there several times during our stay. The food is delicious and I love the fish n chips (I get my fish grilled but my Mum loves the beer battered!) although I've also had the Barramundi and we've had a few starters - everything is superb, good home cooked comfort food! Good wine list as well and I always order a glass of St Huberts Chardonnay! Trevor, the owner, is lovely and very friendly and over our frequent visits spent time chatting with us all My Mum and I came back for a last lunch on Christmas Eve before I left the country and I know that Dine Divine will be the one of the first places I eat at when I return again and I do hope they are still around! Thank you Dine Divine team ... you are all great and the location, including shop attached for homewares (we bought a few nice China tea cups and a cute teapot) is just lovely :) Kind regards, Nina

Written 30 January 2024

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Cheryl P

1 contribution

Wedding during Covid

June 2020 • family

It was magical. Trevor and Rita were both great. They were responsive in both tmout texts and call and gave us 10/10 customer service. The food was excellent and so pretty. Worth every penny we paid!! Thank you Rita and Trevor for the ceremony and reception we will never forget.

Written 7 June 2020

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MaddyA87

Melbourne10 contributions

Fresh, delicious and huge serves!

July 2023 • family

My favourite restaurant in Sassafras. I had beer battered fish and chips with a caper aioli. The fish was fresh and moist and the batter crunchy. My son had pork belly burger which he said was amazing, stuffed with meat and onion and sauce and satisfyingly messy to eat! Service was quick and friendly. Servings were very generous. I couldn’t finish mine. Setting is in a lovely converted weatherboard church dating from 1902, perched up on a hill. There’s a foodie store and bee hive located behind the restaurant but was disappointed to find it closed by the time we’d finished our meal. Next time!

Written 7 July 2023

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Ed S

2 contributions

Wonderful Saturday winters lunch in the ranges.

June 2024 • family

I would like to congratulate Trevor and his team for a providing us a fantastic lunch with family. We had a cosy table near the fire and enjoy some beautiful food and great service. I can recommend the lamb rump and the sticky date pudding, both were exceptional. We all had lovely meals and talked about all of our meals being some of the best food we have had in the Dandenong ranges. We will certainly be back to try some more of the menu.

Written 9 June 2024

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johnshelleyb

Melbourne214 contributions

Worth our long drive

Jan 2020 • none

Had a great 3 course meal here. True restaurant quality food and service. Attentive and personable staff and encouraged to take our time. Wine list is a bit small and could be increased. Ambiance and surrounds of old church lent a nice touch. Hope to return again soon.

Written 12 January 2020

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Jann M

1 contribution

Not suitable unless able bodied.

July 2022 • friends

The food and service was very good. Unfortunately, the access for elderly and disabled is far from good. There were 4 steps into the restaurant with no handrails. Even though there was a door that would have meant I could enter on the flat on my mobility scooter, we were told we were not able to use it. Very unwelcoming. Unbelievable! And this in a tourist village. We won't go back.

Written 1 July 2022

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TANIAJ103

Sydney105 contributions

Lovely food, great staff

Mar 2022 • none

We had dinner here on a Friday night. We both had the Porterhouse steak, and a lovely bottle of St Hubert’s Pinot noir. Both were excellent. The staff were great, and nothing was too much trouble. The restaurant was busy but we’ll spaced in a Covid friendly way, but still had a great atmosphere. Would definitely recommend this restaurant if you are visiting the area for the weekend.

Written 25 March 2022

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Jcqmorin

Melbourne105 contributions

Mother’s Day breakfast

May 2022 • family

We went to Dine Divine for Mother’s Day breakfast. Very nice place in Sassafras. Friendly young staff, boys and girls. Trained, knowledgeable and efficient. The food was very good. We will be coming back for dinner soon to dig more in the options. Well done!

Written 9 May 2022

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Colleen S

2 contributions

Great atmosphere

Nov 2024 • couples

Such an amazing spot, food is great, beautiful peaceful location looking over the trees, staff and owners are super friendly, we had our dog so it was lovely and relaxing sitting outside having a great glass from a well selected wine list and great food I highly recommend!

Written 8 November 2024

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