IPSOS Restaurant & Bar

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Closed nowOpens 12pmSunday: 12pm - 10pm
48 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne VIC 3232

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Lorne's one-hatted Greek institution. slow-cooked lamb, ocean views, and a dining room that fills before you can book.

Warm and animated dining room with a family-run hospitality feel. Inside gets buzzy and energetic at capacity; outside is calmer with heaters and blankets for cool evenings. A genuine destination restaurant with Mediterranean soul.

One hat in the Good Food Guide; chef's selection menu available; outdoor seating with space heaters and blankets; ocean outlook across Mountjoy Parade; occasional live music surprises; multi-decade family ownership.

Genuine Greek heritage. originally founded as Kosta's over 40 years ago. Family-owned and operated across generations. Dishes like taramasalata, moussaka, and patsavoura reflect authentic Greek cooking rather than a stylised interpretation.

Premium pricing reflective of the hat status and destination dining context, but reviewers broadly consider it justified. generous portions and quality ingredients are frequently cited. A meal that delivers on its reputation.

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48 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne VIC 3232

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Lorne

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