Tucked into the heart of Victoria’s country town, Benalla Gallery Café sits beside the banks of Lake Benalla, a peaceful place to dine for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy a view out to gently swaying trees fringing the lake’s serene waters either from a sun-drenched table on a wide alfresco deck or from inside a spacious, contemporary interior adorned with large art pieces that emanate a lively energy. A focus on sourcing local, sustainable produce sees the cafe supporting the town’s boutique suppliers, while maintaining a menu of seasonally inspired dishes alongside a range of enticing cakes and slices made in house. Treat yourself with dishes like pappardelle with braised beef, port and blue cheese or the hot and sour salmon served with sticky rice, nori flakes and black sesame seeds.