AUTUMN POP-UP DINNER SERIES
Fridays and Saturdays, 5–9.30pm from Friday 6th to Saturday 28th March

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SEE MENU BELOW! For enquiries and group bookings contact belinda@thegrubclub.com.au

 

Late summer in the Dandenong Ranges is abundant and generous.

Harvest Nights at The General Food Store is an à la carte celebration of hyper-local produce grown across the Dandenong Ranges, the Yarra Valley and regional Victoria. Throughout the menu below, the bolded ingredients highlight what’s been grown, harvested and crafted here in the hills — from local tomatoes, basil and silverbeet to rosemary, garlic and garden herbs. You’ll also find local favourites including Chieftain’s smoked trout, Meredith feta, hazelnuts and Beewise honey.

Expect smoky eggplant, padrón peppers, cime di rapa and apple mint, Victorian lamb prepared in the style of Abbacchio alla Romana, and desserts created around strawberries, rhubarb, blueberries and late summer plums. A unique opportunity to sample what’s growing just down the road.

Every Friday and Saturday evening throughout March, we open our doors from 5pm to welcome you for an unforgettable dining experience celebrating the rich and diverse flavours lovingly grown by our local producers, and crafted by our own Paul ‘Dougie’ Douglas.

Curate your own harvest table from our seasonal menu and settle in for a relaxed evening at The General Food Store, celebrating with friends, family, or colleagues in a warm, friendly setting. Bookings are essential — reserve your spot online today and make your autumn celebrations truly special. We look forward to sharing the taste of Harvest Nights with you soon. Four weekends only!

 
 

  • HARVEST FEAST

    Sit back and soak up the autumn season while we look after the rest! Enjoy our Omnivore and Vegan Feasts available from $52pp, curated from the menu below.

    MENU

    • Grilled halloumi, salsa rossa 17 V, GF

    • Smokey eggplant babaganoush, flatbread 14 VE, GFO

    • Pan-fried padron peppers with salt 18 VE, GF

    • Local tomato salad, basil, olive oil, murray river salt 18 VE, GF

    • Chieftain's smoked trout, crostini, beetroot relish, sour cream 20 GF

    • Green salad, French dressing 10 VE, GF

    • Silverbeet and confit garlic filo, salsa rossa 19 VE

    • Grilled eggplant, Meredith feta dressing, pine nuts, apple mint 23 V, GF

    • Roasted carrot, cime di rapa, basil avocado dressing, hazelnut crumb 25 VE, GF

    • Lemon and bayleaf grilled chicken, tzatziki, garden herbs 26 DF, GF

    • Abbacchio Alla Romana - Lamb, anchovy, rosemary, garlic, potato 36 DF, GF

    DESSERT

    • Strawberry and rhubarb crumble, anglaise 10 VEO, GF

    • Beewise honey syrup cake 7 

    • Blueberry and finger lime cheesecake 12 GF

    • Chilled almond rice pudding, poached plum 11 VE, GF

  • WINE
    Red and white wines available by the carafe. See menu in-store for varieties and prices.

    BEER & CIDER

    • Better Beer 0.0%  7

    • 4 Pines Pacific Ale 3.5%   10

    • 3 ravens pilsner 4.5%  10

    • Trattore west country style Cider 5.8%  9

    • Trattore earthen pear cider 4.5%  9

    SOFTS

    • Lemon Lime and Bitters 7

    • Daylesford soft drinks 7

    • Olinda Sparkling Water 3.8

 

When

Fridays and Saturdays, 5–9.30pm from Friday 6th to Saturday 28th March

WHERE

The General Food Store, 377 Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Emerald VIC 3782

Dining Areas

Indoor dining, covered outdoor heated verandah, or street-front seating

Group Bookings

Tables for individuals or groups up to 16 guests

Menu & BAR

Choose from an itemised menu or indulge in a specially curated set menu feast. Dietary Needs: Gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, and vegan options available. Fully licensed bar for wine, beer, and cider.

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