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Valentina, Merimbula, AU-NSW

Valentina

4.8
4.8
841 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Australian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Fancy
Valentina serves up a one of a kind dining experience of over the picturesque surrounds of Merimbula lake.
Now more than ever, Valentina values the feeling of being transported. The space has been curated to satisfy all of your Mediterranean beach holiday cravings.
Floor to ceiling glass takes you outside, and the coastal produce of the lake comes inside onto your plate. 
Valentina’s dishes are designed to be shared with friends and family, served one after the other from the kitchen while diners lounge comfortably on abundant soft furnishings.
Everything about Valentina’s lulls you into a sweet long lunch holiday vibe. 

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    0407 717 499
  • Website
    https://valentinamerimbula.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ash Cotter
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Experiences

  • Creative Conversations with Samantha Wills

    A$100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 6, 2024 only
    2:00 p.m.
    Join Samantha Wills and Kirsty Pongratz (Co-Founder of Valentina Merimbula) for an inspiring, relaxed afternoon by the river at Restaurant Valentina. - Creative conversations with Samantha Wills and Kirsty Pongratz about the power of creativity to shape the life you want - Insights and stories from behind the brands of Samantha and Kirsty - Book signing and meet-and-greet with Samantha Wills - Drink on arrival, canapés, and copy of Marigold’s Magic Stars TICKETS: $100 pp Please share any dietary requirements when booking. We look forward to welcoming you for an afternoon of inspiration, connection, and conversation in a beautiful setting by the lake.
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  • $90pp Set Menu (7+guests Large group booking)

    A$90.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    As you are dining with us as a larger group booking, you will be dining from our restaurant tasting menu which can be viewed on our website. https://valentinamerimbula.com/tasting-menu Credit card details are required to secure this reservation. We know that plans can change, though we ask that any cancellations are made no less than 6 hours prior to your booking time. Cancellations made within this time, or failure to show up will see an automatic charge of $50 per person. Groups of 7 or more will incur a 10% service charge. This reservation is for 2 hours.
    $90pp Set Menu (7+guests Large group booking) photo

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What 841 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • New South Wales

    Best Service

  • New South Wales

    Best Ambience

  • New South Wales

    Romantic

  • New South Wales

    Good for special occasions

  • New South Wales

    Australian

  • Capital Region

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Valentina offers an "exceptional food experience" with dishes that are both "super tasty and creative." The service is "fantastic," complemented by breathtaking views over Merimbula Lake. This restaurant is renowned for its "outstanding" culinary offerings, making it a "must-visit" on the Far South Coast. The ambiance is both inviting and elegant, perfect for special occasions.

841 Reviews

  1. Benita

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful experience of magnificent food & service. The best meal I have had at a restaurant for a while. I only wish I could have tried every dish. Only comment, I feel the wine list was a little limited in some varieties with some a tad expensive for what they were. I had as a main the blue eyed cod which was cooked to perfection & served artistically. I struggle a little with the fact this dish was $52 for a very small piece of cod & sides extra, which were necessary. If I lived closer I would be a frequent diner at this restaurant. Congratulations & well done to all the staff & chef.

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  2. bloss

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and drinks were both fantastic. Service was perfection, relaxed and welcoming. Not over attentive but just the right amount. Super keen to come back. Deserving of more than one hat. x

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  3. Alysha

    New South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and a beautiful space. A meal to remember!

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  4. Anna

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely delicious! Everything!! including my cocktail. More expensive than I usually do so will be kept for special occasions only but I will most certainly be back. Service was excellent as well. Lovely staff, not intrusive, just spoilt us rotten. Found the music rather loud - prefer it to be background and quieter rather than quite so loud. Lovely spot. Marvellous evening. Thanks Valentina.

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  5. Alison

    Sydney

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exquisite food and top notch service - an all round beautiful experience and we’ll be back again and again.

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  6. Jasmine

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dining experience of my life!!! Everything about this restaurant is so special. The food was so fresh and utterly divine. Highly recommend getting the snapper and the scallops. The service was impeccable. Staff were super friendly and helpful with wine choices. The atmosphere was so inviting - the gorgeous interior design, vibey music and moody lighting really added to the whole experience. The view overlooking the water is also incredible if you manage a to score a table by the glass wall. Our booking was quite late but the view before or during sunset would be amazing. Overall 11/10 experience.

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  7. Suzy

    New South Wales

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous as always, midnight mousse is to die for

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  8. Sean

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Valentina continues to supply Memula’s best food and service. Very deserving of their hat. Looking forward to my next meal!

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  9. Geoffrey

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great night. The food was delicious, the wine sublime and the service from our waiter was first class. Well done to the Valentina team.

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  10. Carrie

    New South Wales

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food and beautiful venue, staff were top notch

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FAQs

Valentina is rated 4.8 stars by 841 OpenTable diners.

Valentina does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Valentina

U 5 2 Market St, Merimbula, AU-NSW 2548

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Merimbula
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ash Cotter
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, View, Wine
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