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Take your seat and let us take care of the rest.  - Ava Dining, Milawa, AU-VIC

Ava Dining

4.7 (238)
$41 to $100
Modern Australian
1594 Snow Rd, Milawa, AU-VIC 3678

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Located in the heart of Milawa, Victoria's renowned gourmet food and wine region, Ava Dining is an easy destination for locals and visitors alike—just 12 minutes from Wangaratta and 2.5 hours from Melbourne.

Surrounded by world-class wineries, orchards, and artisan producers, Ava celebrates the best of the region with a menu built on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Our relaxed, casual setting is designed for sharing and easy dining—perfect for long lunches, relaxed dinners, date nights, or celebrations with friends.
We welcome groups of all sizes and specialise in large bookings for birthdays, special gatherings, and memorable occasions. Whether you're a local, day-tripper, exploring nearby wineries, or travelling the Snow Road, Ava is the perfect place to stop, relax, and savour the flavours of Milawa.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Paul Szeligiewicz
  • Catering
    For private events and catering please get in touch via email<br />avadining@pashospitalitygroup.com.au
  • Private party facilities
    For private events and catering please get in touch via emailavadining@pashospitalitygroup.com.au
  • Neighborhood
    Milawa
  • Cross street
    Corner of Snow Road and Milawa-Bobinawarrah Road
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Public bus stop across the road.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Ava Dining.

4.7

4.7
(238)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ava Dining offers "outstanding food quality and service," with a "warm comfortable space" and dishes "jam packed with flavour." Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and "fantastic foods." The wine list impresses, and the "professional, friendly" staff enhance the experience. A "hidden gem" for anyone seeking fine dining.
238 Reviews
  1. Raymond

    Gold Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 6, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food quality and service. Highly recommend

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  2. Louise

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was lovely. As was the wine but I do wish we could have bought glasses of red wine less than $28 per glass.

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  3. Margie

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic foods lovely vibe and exceptional service. Especially the young people serving tables , they were knowledgeable, attentive and engaging . A wonderful night out !

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  4. Ian

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was simply the most wonderful meal. The staff were professional, friendly and welcoming. The drinks were superb and the meal was quite exceptional. I'd recommend Ava Dining to anyone who enjoys fine dining.

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  5. Graham Gold

    Victoria5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always, very professional and young waitress’s

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  6. Linda

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 7, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ava was fabulous in every regard - food to die for, lovely attentive service and a warm comfortable space. Every course was jam packed with flavour - especially the King fish entree which was sublime, and the orange posset dessert simply unforgetable! Can't recommend Ava enough and can't wait to return!

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  7. Ruby

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant food and service, such an incredible place. Absolute 10/10.

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  8. Alison Gold

    Melbourne11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the best restaurant in the region. Beautiful food and excellent staff

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  9. Amy

    Hawaii5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience at Ava. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough if you are in the area.

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  10. Andrew

    New South Wales1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 11, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely restaurant with amazing food and impressive wine list. A must visit if you’re in the region.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Paul Szeligiewicz
  • Catering
    For private events and catering please get in touch via email<br />avadining@pashospitalitygroup.com.au
  • Private party facilities
    For private events and catering please get in touch via emailavadining@pashospitalitygroup.com.au
  • Neighborhood
    Milawa
  • Cross street
    Corner of Snow Road and Milawa-Bobinawarrah Road
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Public bus stop across the road.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

For a relaxed, quieter visit choose a Wednesday evening, guests describe a calm Wednesday dinner, and for a lively, long mid‑day outing try Sunday lunch (Ava’s Sunday service runs 11:00–16:00).

Guests commonly describe portions as generous or perfectly sized, several reviews call dishes "generous" or "portions were perfect."

Yes, families dine here comfortably: reviewers mention bringing children and young families, and several guests praise Ava for being great for kids on Sunday lunches and for sharing plates that suit families.

Ava Dining feels relaxed and welcoming, a casual, share‑friendly setting with cosy touches like an open fire, an open kitchen and well‑spaced tables that keep the room intimate.

Yes, Ava Dining is frequently chosen for anniversaries and intimate evenings, with guests praising window-table anniversary dinners, a five-course celebratory meal, and a venue with intimate vibes.

Yes, Ava Dining offers outdoor seating, including an outdoor dining area under a vine that guests have enjoyed on warm evenings.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, relaxed clothing is entirely appropriate for Ava Dining’s setting.

Private dining isn't part of Ava Dining's offering, the focus is the relaxed, open dining room, though the restaurant welcomes groups and specialises in large bookings for birthdays and special gatherings.

Sunday lunch is a standout, guests repeatedly praise Ava's Sunday long lunch, and the restaurant is open Sundays from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Yes, guests report the team asks about dietaries and can accommodate dietary needs and celebration requests when arranged (for example, champagne on arrival).

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