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Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford, Daylesford, AU-VIC

Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford

4.2
4.2
59 Reviews
$41 to $100
Pub

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2 people
7:00 pm

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Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
For 165 years, the Farmers Arms Hotel has been a gathering place for Daylesford locals and travellers alike. Nowadays, it has evolved into one of the biggest supporters of local producers, showcasing wild and farmed ingredients from around Daylesford and the best of the region. With over 1,000 TripAdvisor reviews, it's easy to see that it's not your average pub. Come expecting delicious cocktails, 16 wines by the glass and 12 beers/ciders on tap. Leave with a full belly and a desire to move to Daylesford - that way, the Farmers Arms will always be 'your local' in both proximity and spirit.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Pub, Australian, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 5348 2091
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for a private space to host family and friends for an intimate gathering? Or perhaps something more casual for your extended group of friends and colleagues? Choose from our range of bookable spaces including our newly renovated Private Dining Room and outdoor areas.
  • Private party contact
    Alex: (03) 5348 2091
  • Area
    Daylesford
  • Cross Street
    East St /Daylesford- Trentham/ Daylesford-Malmsbury Roads roundabout.
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • Private Dining Experience

    $1,000.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Looking for a private space to host family and friends for an intimate gathering? Book our newly renovated private dining room - once upon a time the original kitchen of our hotel, and hidden within the venue, this luxurious and private space can accomodate up to 18 guests for any occasion. Food and drink menus can be individually tailored to suit your event and budget. For any additional information, please email belocal@farmersarmsdaylesford.com.au
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What 59 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

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  • Ballarat

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford is a charming venue blending classic pub vibes with a relaxed, country atmosphere. Guests praise its "fantastic service" and "delicious food," particularly the pork belly and steak. The venue offers a lovely outdoor seating area, attentive staff, and an inviting ambience, perfect for a delightful dining experience.
59 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Sunshine Coast

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very disappointed in the food. Steak was good, but other meals were ordinary & very overpriced.

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  2. Cheryll May

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a two-in-one Valentine’s and Birthday celebration dinner with a great and sumptous four course menu made from local produce which we surely enjoyed especially the smoked trout with caviar and eye fillet steak. A special request for a birthday dessert was well accommodated and executed with a birthday song by the friendly staff and enjoined by fellow diners. Lovely food and atmosphere. Must visit at Daylesford!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The menu was limited, incl. Very few children's menu choices. The chips were disappointing, as were the beans that accompanied the filet steak, they seemed blanched, without any seasoning. I used to love Farmers Arms in Daylesford, however, the last few times were a let down. We are local and the local fish and chip shop offers fresher, better chips, at better value. I suggest, being a rather upmarket venue, the chefs need to upskill. We went there for the experience with our overseas visitors, as mentioned, a little disappointing.

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  4. isobel

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food wasn’t cooked. Pasta was terrible. Drinks were hot not chilled (white wine) Service was great. They need a coffee machine- I love this place and book it a lot so was disappointed- food menu needs changing. I hope it gets fixed as stated it’s a favourite venue.

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  5. Lili

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our host was lovely and funny. She provided great service.

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  6. Gerry

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Ambience and service were very good. A fair variety and choice of meal.

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  7. suzanne

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Really poor value. Limited choices for a vegetarian. I chose the ‘White Polenta, miso, portobellos, truss tomatoes, corn rib, basil, rocket (VE, GF) 32’. A really unsatisfactory dish. Small serve; salty and slightly rancid flavour to the polenta (easy to cook a richly flavoured polenta at home); corn rib was impossible to eat given that it could not be separated from the husk with a knife and could not use my fingers because it was sitting in sloppy polenta. We requested coffees following our lunch but were informed that coffee, other than drip filter, was no longer provided We have dined here previously on several occasions but would not bother again.

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  8. Deborah

    Sydney

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous find in Daylesford. Great old pub, with delicious food. Service warm and friendly.

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  9. elisa

    Melbourne

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We told a staff member we wish to sit outside with our booking,yes all good untill the pub was calling us to see if we were arriving but the staff member didnt inform management that we had arrived and was sitting outside. Menu was small meals available with high prices $47 for steak with fries 🍟 not even a good cut of meat ! This isnt paris ! My pasta was small and tasteless! $32. Table was service was lovely with a young lady but l had lots of questions about things on the menu and she needed to go and ask for answer's regards the menu ! I think staff need to know the menu and ingredients when asked by diners. I feel this was a aussie pub with a french theme with the menu.Our drinks were nice and extra fee for weekend surcharge isnt great to add to a expensive menu ! The staff member went to place cutlery down on a not so clean table without napkins, theses tables are cleaned with a dirty cloth and you want to place my cutlery on the table, wasnt impressed and it happens often. I have dined here before but not sure if we would return again. Merci

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  10. Stephanie

    Perth

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely lunch at Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford - arrived and was greeted, offered a drink and was able to sit outside (arrived early). Beautiful day to sit outside. Went inside and was seated at a lovely table with comfortable seating. Both food and wine menu available. Food was good - ordered steak & frites and chicken salad. Atmosphere good with lots of people sitting at tables but not overly noisy. Staff were very attentive and we would definately go back for lunch or even just a drink outside in the garden area. Lovely country atmosphere - warm and welcoming.

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FAQs

Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford is rated 4.2 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm

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Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford

1 East St, Daylesford, AU-VIC 3460

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    East St /Daylesford- Trentham/ Daylesford-Malmsbury Roads roundabout.
  • Area
    Daylesford
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Pub, Australian, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (03) 5348 2091
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for a private space to host family and friends for an intimate gathering? Or perhaps something more casual for your extended group of friends and colleagues? Choose from our range of bookable spaces including our newly renovated Private Dining Room and outdoor areas.
  • Private party contact
    Alex: (03) 5348 2091
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