Guidebook for Cowes
Food Scene
Madcowes
17 The EsplanadeBreakfast is best with a view of the water
Pino's Trattoria
29-31 Thompson AveGood for families. Recommend the pizzas
Biggest restaurant in town and good value too
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Phillip Island RSL Sub Branch - Lone Pine Bistro
225-243 Thompson AveBiggest restaurant in town and good value too
The Foreshore Bar & Restaurant
11A Beach RdNot cheap but great food
Three Aces Cafe
148 Thompson AveCreative menu. Great breakfasts
Parks & Nature
Australia's 3rd most popular tourist stop. Book ahead of going. Get there early to visit the cultural centre and to get a good seat. Penguins arrive at sunset.
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Izindawo zezendalo zePhillip Island
156 Thompson AvenueAustralia's 3rd most popular tourist stop. Book ahead of going. Get there early to visit the cultural centre and to get a good seat. Penguins arrive at sunset.
San Remo Park
Marine ParadeUsually around lunchtime near the jetty
Sightseeing
Amazing Bass Strait views. Seals can be seen on the Nobbies
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I-Centre yaseNobbies
1320 Ventnor RdAmazing Bass Strait views. Seals can be seen on the Nobbies
Essentials
Woolworths Cowes
133 Thompson AveColes Cowes
114-122 Thompson AveALDI Cowes
80 Thompson AveDrinks & Nightlife
Purple Hen Winery
96 Mcfees RdThe sparling shiraz is a must