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School Holidays Dining Guide

Posted 21 September 2025

School Holidays are here, and so is a feast of food and flavour across Falls Creek village! Whether you’re looking for a quick bite between laps, a cosy family dinner, or a lively night out, our local venues have something delicious waiting for you. Here’s your guide to dining at Falls Creek these September School Holidays. 

Village Restaurants

FEATHERTOP

FEATHERTOP

In the centre of the village, Feathertop is open for happy hour daily from 4-6pm (with $1 wings) and dinner from 6pm. Enjoy mordern Australian cuisine crafted from local produce and cocktails mixed to perfection!


Opening Hours: Daily from 4pm until Sunday 5 October

THE CHOPHOUSE

THE CHOPHOUSE

Located in the centre of the village, Chophouse is open for dinner with cabin-style North American cuisine with southern soul flavours, plus a great line-up of entertainment:

  • The Final Karaoke Night – Wednesday 24 September
  • The Final Choppy Thursday DJs – Thursday 25 September
  • Grand Final Day celebrations – Saturday 27 September
  • Poker nights on Sunday & Tuesdays


Opening Hours: Daily from 5pm until Sunday 5 October (closed on Monday 29 and Tuesday 30 September)

LAKESIDE

LAKESIDE

Located in the village, Lakeside is open from 4pm for apres and 5pm for dinner. From parmigiana’s to pastas, and everything in between, plus a great lineup of specials:

  • Mulled Wine Mondays (2 for 1 of our house made secret recipe Mulled Wine)
  • Chuhai Tuesdays ($10 Yuzu Chuhai’s on Tuesdays, plus $30 Parmi’s)
  • Free Beer Friday (1 free house beer or wine with any meal on Fridays)
  • Grand Final Day Party – from 1:30pm, screens showing the game with bar snacks & dinner from 5pm.

 

Opening Hours: Open daily from 4pm except Wednesdays, until Saturday 27 September.

COOROONA CANTINA

COOROONA CANTINA

In the centre of the village, Cooroona is open for fresh, family-friendly Mexican dinner with a menu designed for sharing. Dine in or grab takeaway if you’re on the move.

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 4pm until Sunday 5 October (closed only on Wednesday 24 September)

SOMEPLACE ELSE

SOMEPLACE ELSE

In the village centre, Someplace Else is open for dinner with burgers, cocktails, craft beers and wines, perfect for a laid-back night out.

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 4:30pm until Thursday 25 September

FALLS CREEK HOTEL

FALLS CREEK HOTEL

In the Village Bowl, Falls Creek Hotel is open for lunch with light or hearty meals with balcony dining and stunning views.

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 12pm until Sunday 28 September.

FRYING PAN INN

FRYING PAN INN

In the Village Bowl, Frying Pan is open for lunch and dinner with happy hour daily from 4-6pm. Enjoy BBQ-style dishes, craft beers and rustic pub atmosphere.

 

Opening Hours: Open Monday to Friday from 10am, Saturday to Sunday from 12pm

SORELLA

SORELLA

In the village centre, Sorella is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy modern mediterranean and European fare in a plush space with cocktails, local wines and a fireplace.

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 8am until Saturday 27 September

ASTRA RESTAURANT AND BAR

ASTRA RESTAURANT AND BAR

In the centre of the village, Astra is open for dinner and drinks. Enjoy alpine inspired dining in a warm, family-friendly setting with board games, marshmallows by the fire and an elegant yet cosy atmosphere. From Monday 29 September, Astra shifts to bar snacks and bar service only.


Opening Hours: Open daily from 4pm until Sunday 5 October

ORY'S

ORY'S

In the centre of the village, Ory's is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Modern Australian classics and comfort food, great coffee and a relaxed atmosphere.

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 8am until Wednesday 1 October

1550 Cafe & Restaurant

1550 Cafe & Restaurant

In Slalom Plaza, 1550 is open daily for breakfast and lunch. Serving a delicious a la carte menu in a relaxed family-friendly atmosphere.

 

Opening Hours: Every day during School Holidays from 8am – 4pm

THE LAST HOOT

THE LAST HOOT

In Slalom Plaza, Last Hoot is open daily for lunch and dinner. The go-to spot for pizzas, burgers and friendly vibes. Perfect for casual family meals on the deck in the sun.

 

Opening Hours: Every day in the School Holidays from 11am

JB's Restaurant & Bar

JB's Restaurant & Bar

In the village centre, JB's is open for dinner offering their full menu including Swiss fondues, hearty Austrian, Czech and German meals. Every Wednesday JB's offers discounted prices on their Swiss cheese fondue, meat fondue and chocolate fondue. Dinner by pre-bookings on 03 5758 3278.


Opening Hours: Daily from 5:30pm - 9:30pm until Sunday 5 October

On The Slopes

Cloud 9

Cloud 9

At the top of Halley's Comet chairlift, Cloud 9 is open daily for breakfast and lunch featuring breakfast waffles and coffee, lunch favourites of soups, pastas and salads, and Bright Brewery beers and cocktails with a view. Cloud 9 is walk in only. No bookings. 

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 8:30am - 4pm until Sunday 5 October

Dicky Knees

Dicky Knees

Located at the base of Scott’s Chair, Dicky Knees is open daily for lunch, coffee & snacks. Featuring Bavarian-style bites including pretzels, kranskys and excellent coffee. A quick and tasty slope side stop.

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 9am – 3pm

Blue Brumby's

Blue Brumby's

Open daily from 9am, visit Blue Brumby’s at the base of Towers chair for a great toastie, deep fried goodness or a boozy hot chocolate. Right at the base of one of the mountain's most popular chairlifts.

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 9am - 3pm

Coffee & Snacks

EAGLE ESPRESSO - FALLS CREEK SPORTS

EAGLE ESPRESSO - FALLS CREEK SPORTS

Pick up a fresh, barista-brewed coffee and snacks while you collect your rental gear in the Village Bowl, at the base of Eagle Express chairlift. Epic Australia Pass holders get 15% off!

 

Opening hours: Daily from 7:30am – 10:30am

SLIDES

SLIDES

In Slalom Plaza, the Slides window offers fresh coffee and a delicious range of hot fast food items, plus home baked sweet treat or signature boozy coffees.

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 7am until Sunday 5 October

SNONUTS

SNONUTS

Located at the bottom of Halley's Comet chairlift, Snonuts is open daily for lunch, fresh donuts, crepes, wraps, milkshakes and hot chocolates. Kids will love the viewing platform where you can watch the donuts being made! Better yet we have free donut decorating sessions this school holidays. Book your spot now!


Opening Hours: Daily from 8am - 5:30pm until Sunday 5 October

SPUD SHACK

SPUD SHACK

Located at the bottom of Halley's Comet chairlift, Spud Shack is open daily for lunch, spiral spuds and loaded fries with toppings like nachos, buffalo wings, fish & chips, potato cakes and more.

 

Opening Hours: Daily from 10am - 5pm until Sunday 5 October