98 Guests
Description
The Q Train is Australia’s premier rail restaurant. Guests are taken on a journey through the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula, while the on board kitchen showcases the region’s best produce. The family that owns and operates The Q Train has lovingly restored ex-Queensland Rail carriages to create this boutique rail restaurant.
Enjoy a 3-hour degustation of exquisite local produce and scenic views aboard this unique travelling restaurant that traverses the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Guests are taken past farmland, Australian bush, and the Ramsar listed wetlands at Swan Bay. The Q Train operates on Wadawurrung Country and acknowledges the Wadawurrung people as the traditional owners and caretakers of the land and waterways in the Bellarine Peninsula.
During the journey guests enjoy 5 courses of delicious produce sourced from Geelong, Bellarine and the Otways. The beverage list boasts only locally owned beer, wine, cider, gin & vodka. There are two dining options on board The Q Train; Q Class and First Class.
Q Class Inclusions:
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Tables for 2, 4 or 6 in an open dining carriage
- Seasonal degustation menu
- Option to purchase drinks from extensive local list
First Class Inclusions:
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Private dining compartments for 2, or groups 4-10
- Seasonal degustation menu
- The Q Train’s signature drink pairing experience
- Tea and coffee
- Butler service
The Q Train strives to be as welcoming for as many people as possible and has a detailed accessibility statement available on the website.
Group options, inc. exclusive carriage hire, transport options, produce tours and additional services are available on request. Free of charge famils also available.
Location
Key Features
- Unique views
- Local produce
- Refurbished dining cars
- Seats up to 98
- Groups welcome
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