Tavern a realwinter warmer

RUG up in front of the fire while enjoying a warm meal at Toolangi Tavern.
Toolangi Tavern opened four years ago and has proved a popular drawcard for tourists who make their way up through Yarra Glen or Healesville to enjoy the country hospitality and the beautiful surroundings.
The head chef has taken the season and changed the menu accordingly with a selection of toasty winter warmers.
He has built on a selection of popular dishes including parmigiana, rump steak and the famous Toolangi burger, with favourites such as home-made pasta dishes, lamb shanks and home made pies.
The menu is a-la-carte Australian cuisine featuring a good range of entrée, main and dessert options.
Mains range from $15 to $29.50.
Entrees range from $6 to $15 and include garlic bread, dips, oysters, potato skins and soup.
Treat yourself afterwards with a lemon tart, home-made mousse, Toolangi sundae with fresh, creamy ice-cream and local berries or a warm apple and rhubarb crumble with cream and ice cream.
Specials include the $15 menu which includes beer-battered fish and chips, roast, risotto, parmigiana and schnitzel, and there is a $10 children’s menu with chicken nuggets, sausages, fish and chips and pasta.
Surrounded by the mountain ranges of Toolangi, and located on top of the hill in a garden setting, the environment is relaxed and inviting.
The dining room opens onto a large deck which takes in magnificent views and has a pool table and music.
Below there is an extensive grassed area where families can have a game of cricket or simply enjoy the fresh air and ambience of the natural environment.
Owner Michelle Marshall said any type of function could be organised.
“We are very happy to sit down and organise a menu from finger food through to a formal sit-down dinner, at a price that suits,” Michelle said.
Toolangi Tavern is open for lunch and dinner every day, find the tavern at 1390 Myers Creek Road or make a booking on 5962 9398.