THE BELLARINE
The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff.
RAIL RESTAURANT
Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train!
We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine.
Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.
The Q Train serves our seasonal multi-course degustation. A degustation is great way for restaurants to take their guests on a culinary journey. (A metaphorical journey – not all restaurants are on wheels!) With a number of smaller courses, guests can try many different flavours and combinations that, while being quite different from each other, all tie together as well. Sometimes degustations are called “tasting menus” or “chefs selections” or “feed me menus”.
With ferries arriving into both Portarlington and Queenscliff, The Q Train will organise transport from the ferry terminals to the train station, so diners can just relax.
Diners will then experience The Q Train’s amazing degustation, featuring local Bellarine produce, in The Q Train’s refurbished carriages. The train will travel a return journey towards Queenscliff or Drysdale with views of Swan Bay and local scenery.
After lunch, you’ll be transported back to the ferry where you can sail to Docklands or Sorrento whilst dreaming of your wonderful meal and your next visit.
- May 21, 2021
Breweries from Geelong & The Bellarine Bring Home Gold
Given how well our local breweries performed at the AIBAs, it’s no surprise we only serve beer from Geelong, Bellarine & The Otways.
- November 12, 2020
Our Summer Plans
Hello Melbourne! Hello Regional Victoria! Maybe even a few interstate friends?! It’s so nice to see you again. I know you guys are excited the restrictions are easing across the
- September 17, 2020
See you in COVID normal (whenever that may be….)
First up, let’s say “Well done Regional Victoria!” Now we're at Step 3 out of lockdown. However, that doesn't mean that The Q Train is going to be opening up straight away
- SJP77701/05/2022 - TripAdvisor
We had a 1st Class cabin for 4 as a special birthday celebration. The service was excellent. Liam was knowledgable, articulate and informative about the local produce and wines was great to listen to. 3 hours went quickly and the scenery was most enjoyable. I would recommend this to anyone interested in trains and dining well.
- elizabethmQ4314BJ22/04/2022 - TripAdvisor
Beautiful food, delicious wines, impeccable service. Thoroughly enjoyed our Q Train experience. All local produce. Do yourself a favour and book a trip.
- janemR6664KN28/02/2022 - TripAdvisor
We found this to be an enjoyable experience. Our host, Liam, was friendly, knowledgeable and set the tone for a beautiful night.
We particularly enjoyed the explanations of each course as they were being served and learning the origins of the local produce.
The meals and wine pairings were delicious and we would definitely recommend this experience to both the local Bellarine community and visitors alike. - DamoKGW28/02/2022 - TripAdvisor
Great food. Great staff.
Matching wines were excellent.
Do yourself a favour and experience the 1st class dinning for two. - chrissym196527/02/2022 - TripAdvisor
We left the Drysdale train station and boarded the Q Train bound for Queenscliff! Along the way we were served a wonderful 5 course degustation menu, my husband and I don't drink so a mocktail was pared with each course. We sat in our own first class dining carriage and coasted along looking at the beautiful views as the sun set. Great service from start to finish, nothing was to much trouble. I'd highly recommend this unique dining experience that we thoroughly enjoyed.
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Contact Info
- All services depart from, and return to, Drysdale Railway Station unless explicitly specified. Please check our timetable page.
- Postal Address - 14 Beach Cl, Point Lonsdale VIC Australia 3225

RAIL RESTAURANT
Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train!
We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine.
Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.
The Q Train serves our seasonal multi-course degustation. A degustation is great way for restaurants to take their guests on a culinary journey. (A metaphorical journey – not all restaurants are on wheels!) With a number of smaller courses, guests can try many different flavours and combinations that, while being quite different from each other, all tie together as well. Sometimes degustations are called “tasting menus” or “chefs selections” or “feed me menus”.
With ferries arriving into both Portarlington and Queenscliff, The Q Train will organise transport from the ferry terminals to the train station, so diners can just relax.
Diners will then experience The Q Train’s amazing degustation, featuring local Bellarine produce, in The Q Train’s refurbished carriages. The train will travel a return journey towards Queenscliff or Drysdale with views of Swan Bay and local scenery.
After lunch, you’ll be transported back to the ferry where you can sail to Docklands or Sorrento whilst dreaming of your wonderful meal and your next visit.
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Contact Info
- All services depart from, and return to, Drysdale Railway Station unless explicitly specified. Please check our timetable page.
- Postal Address - 14 Beach Cl, Point Lonsdale VIC Australia 3225