WANDERING TROUT
This innovative and passionately local establishment, perched on the main road of Mole Creek, offers world-fusion-inspired fare by chef Justin McLeod focusing on super-local, ethically sourced ingredients.
The food is fine and always creative, but never fussy or pretentious. There’s a real art to celebrating great produce without over-complicating it.
Book the excellent host’s table experience with evolving seasonal chef’s menu, or chill out on a share table, get to know your neighbours and listen to live tunes. The vibe is warm, connected and casual.
Justin’s regular menu is also consistently yummy, especially the okonomiyaki (savoury Japanese pancake) and triple cooked potato chips.
There’s a comprehensive range of house-brewed beer on tap, we love the toasted malty goodness of the BelCzech Bohemian Pale Ale.
No probs if you’re not into beer, there’s a thoughtfully curated selection of local wines, ciders, spirits, and non-alcoholic drinks. You won’t find the usual suspects here, just quality local liquid refreshments.
Feel free to ask for plate pairing suggestions, these people know what they’re doing.
Open for lunch and dinner.
We recommend stopping by after a day visiting Cradle Mountain, or after exploring the The Mole Creek Karst National Park, Trowunna Wildlife Sanctury, or tulampanga / Alum Cliffs.
A Wandering Trout brew by the fire pit. Yes, they do takeaways.