	{"id":142824,"date":"2024-08-19T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/?p=142824"},"modified":"2024-08-16T16:36:59","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T06:36:59","slug":"making-a-statement-in-geelong-dining","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/business-excellence-awards\/making-a-statement-in-geelong-dining\/","title":{"rendered":"Making a statement in Geelong dining"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>NAUTICA RESTAURANT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Showcasing the best of local and seasonal produce, particularly from the bountiful Bellarine region, Nautica Restaurant stands proudly in Geelong&#8217;s CBD.<\/p>\n<p>Open for dinner Monday to Saturday, from 5pm until late, Nautica provides the perfect canvas for date nights, family gatherings, a casual drink, and memorable private dining experiences.<\/p>\n<p>Housing an intimate private dining room, ready to accommodate seated dinners for up to 16 guests. This charming setting is ideal for celebrating birthdays, hosting corporate dinners, or commemorating milestones in style.<\/p>\n<p>Situated at 89-105 Gheringhap Street, Geelong, Nautica&#8217;s location is as inviting as its menu. With an ambiance inspired by the Geelong seaside, the interiors showcase cosy banquet seating nestled in intimate corners, royal blue chairs harmonising with pale timber tables, and subtle terrazzo tiles adding a touch of elegance.<\/p>\n<p>The well-appointed bar seamlessly connects to an outdoor terrace, promising idyllic moments for those sunny afternoon knock-off drinks.<\/p>\n<p>Among its signature offerings, the roast lamp rump, chat potatoes, heirloom carrots, parsnips and rosemary stands out as a tantalising choice.<\/p>\n<p>For dessert enthusiasts, the house-made chocolate panna cotta, with maple berry honeycomb, raspberry sorbet promises a symphony of flavours and textures.<\/p>\n<p>In the heart of Geelong, Nautica Restaurant is more than a dining establishment; it&#8217;s a culinary journey of the senses. 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