Modern European Restaurant & Wine Bar in Newtown, Geelong

Tucked away in the leafy streets of Newtown, Geelong, The Retreat is an award-winning modern European restaurant serving lunch, dinner and weekend breakfast. It’s housed in the former Bareena Post Office just off Pakington Street, restored and reimagined as a neighbourhood place to eat, drink and gather. Head chef Eli Grubb’s menu is built on local produce and shaped by European cooking, with a nod to its French bistro roots. Cam Moore, our house-sommelier, champions Geelong & Bellarine producers in his local & international wine-list.

3rd Place R&CA Hostplus Awards for Excellence 'New Restaurant' - Australia 2026
Winner of R&CA Hostplus Awards for Excellence 'New Restaurant' - Victoria 2026
Winner of Golden Plate Awards 'Apprentice Chef of the Year' 2025 - Chef Adam Peucker