Graze Willow Tree Inn - WILLOW TREE

I had been looking forward to having lunch here for a long time. As a restaurateur, hotelier and chef in a past life I had followed the Hanna families project a... read more I had been looking forward to having lunch here for a long time. As a restaurateur, hotelier and chef in a past life I had followed the Hanna families project at Willow Tree from the start and was finally able to spend a night and have lunch here at Graze. Before commenting on the Graze experience I most sincerely thank the Hanna family for such vision and generosity of spirit in giving us this wonderful place. You only need to spend a little time talking to the staff to get the impression that the Hanna's are great people. The staff are very happy.Now for the important stuff. We were seated and served by Shannon. A beautiful soul in every way. Her efforts were warm and genuine. She was obviously allowed or encouraged to be herself and herself was sensational. Thank you Shannon.We had 1/2 doz oysters in the Chardonnay Vinaigrette, the carpachio of beef, 800 gr rib fillet (we shared), green beans, green salad, wine of course. All excellent.The decor and vibe in the restaurant are excellent. I can see how many would think the place a bit expensive and if you are after a rump, chips and salad for $15 this is not the place. If you are after the best in food, service and experience, then book a table at Graze. Oh, and make sure you book well in advance because I am not the only one who knows about this place.

This super bistro style restaurant serves beef produced on their own farm and local produce.We had a superb family dinner,children were well catered for ,meals... read more This super bistro style restaurant serves beef produced on their own farm and local produce.We had a superb family dinner,children were well catered for ,meals delicious and service charming.We all stayed on site in their lovely accomodation and it made for a super weekend with hot breakfasts next morning.The Australian country experience does not get any better!

Went in for a family dinner. The establishment is lovely and tastefully refurbished. The service was excellent in so many ways. We went out to look at the dry c... read more Went in for a family dinner. The establishment is lovely and tastefully refurbished. The service was excellent in so many ways. We went out to look at the dry curing room and the head chef came out and talked us through the curing process, which was very nice of him. The table service was very good with a newer staff member being well assisted by the manager which really impressed me. The service was completed with efficiency and good humour. The food was excellent with the 600g steak I ordered being one of the best I have eaten anywhere. It is no surprise given the overall experience that this place is an award winner!

We had our wedding at Graze over the weekend, and we cannot recommend it highly enough! The staff was fantastic, going above and beyond to help in every way pos... read more We had our wedding at Graze over the weekend, and we cannot recommend it highly enough! The staff was fantastic, going above and beyond to help in every way possible. The food was incredible, and everyone left feeling satisfied. It's a wonderful venue for a wedding! Thank you!

I have been here many times now and the food is always consistently excellent and of great quality. It’s a bit pricey but the portion sizes are generous and I d... read more I have been here many times now and the food is always consistently excellent and of great quality. It’s a bit pricey but the portion sizes are generous and I don’t mind paying it for good quality food for which you’ll get here. I love a good steak I can’t recommend the 700g Chateaubriand highly enough, it is THE best steak I have had (apart from Wagyu, but not available here) and I’ve had 4 of them so far and they are always cooked perfectly to my medium-rare liking. The Willow Tree Inn itself is very nice and has a great atmosphere. If you’re after a top feed then this is the place to go, you won’t be disappointed.