Farmers Lunch – Food and Wine for 2

At Green Olive at Red Hill, lunch comes with a view of the vineyard, kitchen garden, and dam, where ducks add a little farmyard charm. You share two seasonal grazing plates, then choose dessert, coffee or tea, and a drink each. I like the farm-to-table connection here, and I like that the meal is relaxed rather than built around a long formal tasting.

The $106 price covers two adults, drinks, water, two shared plates, dessert, and a hot drink each, which makes it a sensible special-occasion lunch. The main thing to watch is the limited schedule: bookings are available only at 11:45am or 2:00pm, Thursday through Monday. The listed 11:45pm time appears inconsistent with a daytime lunch, so confirm it when booking.

Key points at a glance

• A working 27-acre farm: Olives, grapes, herbs, vegetables, lemons, hops, bush food, and sheep all form part of the setting.
• Seasonal grazing plates: Choose two plates to share, with food inspired by produce grown on the property.
• Wine, beer, or cider included: Each person receives one drink, plus a bottle of sparkling or still water for the table.
• Dessert and farm-roasted coffee: The meal finishes with a farm-made dessert and your choice of coffee or loose-leaf tea.
• A practical dog-friendly outing: Dogs are welcome, making this a good choice for a meal with your pet.
• Easy timing from Melbourne: Red Hill is about one hour from Melbourne, in the Mornington Peninsula wine region.

A farm lunch with the best seat in the house

Green Olive at Red Hill gives you more than a plate of food. You sit among the ingredients and the growing work behind them, with the vineyard, kitchen garden, olive grove, and dam in view. That setting changes the meal from a standard winery lunch into a closer look at how a small farm connects food, wine, and tourism.

The property covers 27 acres and grows olives, grapes, herbs, vegetables, lemons, hops, and bush food. Sheep are also raised on the farm. You may not see every part of that operation during a two-hour lunch, but the range of produce explains why the meal is presented as grazing food rather than one fixed main course.

I like this format for a slow midday break. You can share plates, try several flavors, and avoid the heaviness of a large restaurant meal. It also works well for a birthday, anniversary, or simple day out on the Mornington Peninsula, since dessert and drinks are already part of the price.

What happens during the two-hour visit

The experience is built around a seated lunch rather than a guided farm tour. You arrive for your booked time, settle in, and take in the views before working through the food and drinks. The available session times are 11:45am and 2:00pm, with the activity open five days a week from Thursday to Monday.

The first part of the meal is your drink. Each person can choose a glass of wine, beer, or cider. A bottle of sparkling or still water is also included. Since Green Olive produces estate wines, choosing wine keeps the meal tied closely to the property, while beer or cider gives you a useful alternative if wine is not your preference.

You then choose two grazing plates to share. The exact contents are seasonal, so you should expect the selection to change with the farm’s produce and the time of year. That is a strength if you enjoy fresh, changing menus, though it may be less suitable if you want to know the exact dishes before you arrive.

The grazing style also makes the meal social. Instead of each person receiving an identical dish, you can share and compare. For two people, the portions are designed as a two-course lunch package when followed by dessert, not as an all-day feast. Arrive ready for a relaxed meal, but do not assume this is the right booking if you want a large, traditional three-course lunch.

Seasonal plates shaped by the farm

The food is inspired by what is grown at Green Olive at Red Hill. That includes olives, herbs, vegetables, lemons, hops, and native bush food, along with produce connected to the wider farm. The volcanic soil and cool climate of the Mornington Peninsula help shape the growing conditions, while the location between the bays gives the region its own food and wine character.

You will not be handed a long explanation of every ingredient based on the information available, so I would treat the food as a seasonal snapshot rather than a fixed tasting menu. The reward is freshness and variety. The tradeoff is that you cannot plan around particular ingredients or dishes.

For two adults, two plates to share should give you enough to make a proper lunch when paired with the dessert course. The plates are the heart of the booking, so this experience suits people who enjoy grazing and sharing more than diners who want to order a single large steak, pasta dish, or other set main.

The food also benefits from its setting. Looking across the garden and vines while eating produce connected to the farm gives the meal a sense of place. That connection was one of the strongest parts of the experience for Rebecca, who especially liked sitting among the foods being served, with views toward the pond and vineyards.

Estate drinks and a calm afternoon pace

Your included drink helps keep the $106 price easy to assess. Two adults receive one glass each, and you can choose wine, beer, or cider. If you select the estate wine, the drink becomes part of the farm story rather than simply an add-on to lunch.

The package also includes water, which is a small but useful detail. You do not need to order a separate bottle for the table, and you can stay comfortable if you spend time in the sun or arrive after the drive from Melbourne.

After the savory plates, each person chooses a farm-made dessert. The dessert is not described in detail, so the specific choice will depend on the available menu. That uncertainty is worth accepting if you like seasonal cooking, but anyone with a strict dietary need should ask ahead about current options.

Coffee is roasted on the farm, and tea is also available. I like that the hot drink is included instead of being left as a final extra charge. It gives the visit a proper finish and lets you linger over the view rather than ending the meal as soon as the dessert plate is cleared.

Views of the vineyard, garden, and dam

The setting is the main reason to choose this lunch over a standard cafe meal. From your table, you can admire the vineyard, kitchen garden, and ducks on the dam. The view is rural without requiring a full day of walking or a separate farm tour.

The pond and vineyard were particular highlights for Rebecca, who found the setting distinctive and enjoyed being seated among the ingredients used in the meal. That detail matters because the appeal here is not only the food. You are paying for a place where the farm remains visible while you eat.

This is also a good choice for a celebration. Scott booked the lunch to celebrate his mother’s birthday and found the combination of people, food, wine, and surroundings especially successful. You do not need a major occasion, but the format gives a birthday or family lunch a clear sense of occasion without requiring a formal restaurant.

Keep your expectations practical. This is a two-hour meal, not a full property tour. You will see the farm environment from the dining setting, but the information provided does not promise a walk through the olive grove, a sheep encounter, or a detailed winemaking presentation.

Why the location works for a Mornington Peninsula day

Green Olive at Red Hill is about one hour from Melbourne, in the Mornington Peninsula wine-growing region. That makes it a useful anchor for a day trip, especially if you are already planning to visit Red Hill or other nearby food and wine stops.

Because the lunch includes alcohol, plan the rest of your day with care. The booking provides a glass per person, not a full wine tasting, but you should still consider how you will get there and leave. Transport arrangements are not included in the experience details, so you need to organize your own way to the farm.

The location also suits a slower schedule. With only two available booking times, you cannot drop in whenever you feel hungry. The 11:45am session is the natural choice for an earlier lunch, while 2:00pm works better after a morning exploring the peninsula.

One practical note deserves attention: the information gives one booking time as 11:45pm, which does not fit a daytime lunch. Treat that as a possible listing error and confirm the correct time before setting out.

A good fit for dogs, children, and mixed groups

Green Olive at Red Hill is described as both child-friendly and dog-friendly. That makes it more flexible than many winery lunches, especially if you are planning a family outing or do not want to leave your dog behind.

The dog-friendly policy is one of the clearest reasons to choose this experience. You can combine a meal, farm views, and time outside without ruling out the family pet. The available details do not specify where dogs may sit or whether they must remain on a lead, so ask the property for current rules before arrival.

Families may also appreciate the informal grazing format. Shared plates are less rigid than a formal set menu, and the farm setting gives children more to look at than four restaurant walls. Still, the booking is centered on a two-hour seated meal, not a dedicated children’s activity.

The experience is wheelchair accessible, which is another useful point for mixed groups. Specific details about paths, table locations, or restroom access are not provided, so you should contact the host if you need precise arrangements.

Is $106 good value for two?

At $106 per group of up to two, the package works out to $53 per adult. That includes two grazing plates to share, one glass of wine, beer, or cider per person, sparkling or still water, one dessert per person, and one farm-roasted coffee or loose-leaf tea per person.

I see the value in the complete package. You are not paying only for food. The price also covers a scenic farm setting, estate drink options, a dessert course, and a hot drink, with the meal paced over two hours. For a birthday or special lunch, that is a tidy arrangement with few surprise costs.

The value is weaker if you are looking for a large meal, a guided farm tour, or several wine tastings. Only one drink per person is included, and the experience does not promise a tour of the property or a broad sample of wines. You are paying for a relaxed food-and-place experience rather than a full winery program.

The price makes the most sense when you want the setting as much as the meal. If you are already in the Mornington Peninsula and enjoy seasonal produce, a dog-friendly venue, and a quiet lunch with a view, it is a fair spend.

Booking details that matter

The experience runs Thursday through Monday, so Tuesday and Wednesday are not available based on the stated schedule. You must choose one of the two listed booking times, 11:45am or 2:00pm, and you should confirm the unusual 11:45pm entry before booking.

The host or greeter speaks English. The activity is limited to two participants, matching the package price for a couple or two adults traveling together.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available, which helps if you are arranging a Mornington Peninsula day before every detail is fixed.

Who should book this farm lunch?

I would choose this for two adults who want a scenic, easygoing meal with a strong connection to local produce. It is especially suitable for a birthday, a parent-and-adult-child outing, a couple’s day in Red Hill, or anyone looking for a dog-friendly winery stop.

It also suits you if you enjoy sharing food and letting the season decide the menu. The farm grows a broad range of produce, and the grazing format lets you sample more than one plate without committing to a formal tasting menu.

I would think twice if you need a guaranteed dish list, a long wine tasting, or an organized tour of the olive grove and farm. The experience is about sitting down, eating, drinking, and enjoying the view. That simplicity is its charm, but it will not satisfy someone seeking a packed activity schedule.

Should you book Green Olive at Red Hill?

Book it if you want a relaxed two-hour lunch where the view, farm setting, and seasonal food matter as much as the plate. The combination of two grazing plates, dessert, drinks, and coffee gives you a clear package, while the dog-friendly policy makes it unusually convenient for a day out with your pet.

Before paying, confirm the correct morning booking time, check any dietary requirements, and ask about current dog arrangements if needed. If those details work for you, this is a strong-value choice for a small celebration or a slower Mornington Peninsula afternoon.

FAQ

Where is Green Olive at Red Hill?

Green Olive at Red Hill is in Red Hill, in Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula wine-growing region, about one hour from Melbourne.

How long does the Farmers Lunch experience last?

The lunch lasts two hours.

How much does the experience cost?

The price is $106 per group of up to two adults.

What food is included?

You receive two grazing plates of your choice to share, followed by one farm-made dessert for each person.

What drinks are included?

Each person receives a glass of wine, beer, or cider. The package also includes a bottle of sparkling or still water.

Is coffee or tea included?

Yes. Each person can choose a farm-roasted coffee or loose-leaf tea.

Is the experience dog-friendly?

Yes. Green Olive at Red Hill is described as dog-friendly.

Is the activity wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is wheelchair accessible.

When is the lunch available?

It is open five days a week, Thursday through Monday. The listed booking times are 11:45am and 2:00pm. The information also shows 11:45pm, so confirm the correct time before booking.