Restaurants in Kangaroo Ground

Kangaroo Ground is one of the Yarra Valley's smaller and more rural suburbs — a peaceful country area between Warrandyte and the wine country proper, with sweeping rural views, working farms, and (true to its name) occasional kangaroo sightings in the surrounding paddocks. The area's dining scene is small but interesting, with a focus on rural settings, garden views and country charm.

Most visitors come to Kangaroo Ground for the views and the rural drive — the area sits on elevated land with substantial views across the Yarra Valley to the Dandenong Ranges. The Kangaroo Ground War Memorial Tower offers one of the region's best 360-degree lookout experiences.

The drive from Melbourne CBD takes 40-50 minutes via the Eastern Freeway and Warrandyte. Kangaroo Ground sits between Warrandyte and Yarra Glen, making it a useful through-route for visitors connecting the two areas.