GriffithThings to do

Things to do in Griffith

  1. La Tavola

    The tacky decor is all part of the Italian experience at this restaurant dishing up favourites such as chicken al funghi, pepper steak, saltimbocca, a darn good La Tavola Special pizza and the like.

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    Michelin

    The elegant dining room is just the start. Chef Antony More prepares stunning Mod Oz meals like spiced lamb rump with eggplant caviar, Persian fetta pepperoncini and olive crusted kipfler potatoes. The reputation is well deserved.

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    Area Hotel

    Area Hotel is the in-place this week. Revamped but still gloriously ugly in that grey-and-pink carpet, brown wall, backless bar stool sort of way, it features local bands and has regular jukebox parties.

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    Pioneer Park Museum

    High on a hill north of the town centre is a re-creation of an early Riverina village, with an old hospital, a music room and other fascinating displays in original old buildings.

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  5. Altina Wildlife Park

    Nearby at Darlington Point is 207 hectares of natural bush on the banks of the Murrumbidgee where the exotic residents, including giraffes, bison and camels, live in natural enclosures.

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  6. Miei Amici Café

    This tiny place has simple but delicious breakfasts; or pull up a seat on the footpath for coffee and one of the best carrot cakes around.

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    Griffith Regional Art Gallery

    Though small, this art-deco art hub has a lovely sense of space and excellent changing exhibitions.

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    Griff nightclub

    The ugly modern Griff Hotel can be a fun place, especially on Saturday night. It often has local bands and is open late.

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    Riverina Grove

    Riverina Grove is a produce mecca with everything from marinated feta to homemade jams and chutney.

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    La Scala

    Hidden down steps and behind a couple of old brown doors, this huge cellar, covered in murals, is one of Griffith's institutions. There's nothing modern about the menu either; expect old-school recipes and house white for $5 a glass. Brilliant.

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    Dolce Dolce

    Come here for fine Italian torte and pastries, a morning coffee and an excellent selection of lunch dishes.

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  13. Australian Old Vine Wine

    Boutique – these guys still hand-pick their grapes (and sometimes need help).

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    Romeo & Giulietta's

    Try here for traditional wood-oven pizzas, grilled fish and pasta.

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  15. Bertoldo’s Bakery

    Italian patisserie and panetteria.

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  16. Sir Dudley de Chair Lookout

    Further along Scenic Dr, this pretty spot has a panoramic view and is near the Hermit's Cave.

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    Riverina Grove

    This produce mecca has everything from marinated feta to homemade jams and chutney.

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  19. De Bortoli

    Also serves locally brewed Red Angus beer.

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  20. Catania Fruit Salad Farm

    The friendly owners host enjoyable working farm tours that wind up with a session tasting pickles, relishes, plums and jam.

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  21. Marco's Restaurant

    One of the snazzier options in town with a menu that includes chorizo-and-rocket risotto, salt-and-pepper calamari, and bacon-wrapped eye-fillet steak. It's hidden up a little staircase a few metres from the affiliated Grand Motel.

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