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About This Place

Welcome to Bani's Restaurant & Bar, a delightful slice of Greece located right in the heart of Cowes, Australia. Nestled at 10 Thompson Ave, this establishment has quickly become a go-to destination for lovers of authentic Greek cuisine.

What sets Bani's apart is its commitment to quality. The moment you step inside, you are greeted with an inviting atmosphere that perfectly complements the culinary journey ahead. The warm, housemade Greek pita bread is just the beginning of a mouthwatering experience. For A$8.00, you can indulge in its fluffy texture, perfect for pairing with an array of house-made dips — from the rich Taramasalata to the tantalizing Hummus and refreshing Tzatziki.

The light plates at Bani's showcase the vibrant flavors of Greek cuisine. For instance, the Saganaki, featuring grilled Kefalograviera cheese paired with poached apricot and roasted walnuts, stands out at A$24.00. Similarly, the chargrilled Octopus, paired with pine nut purée and seasonal vegetables, is a true culinary highlight worth savoring at A$34.00.

But Bani's isn't just about exquisite food; it’s also about exceptional service. Customers like Jenny and Andrew Cha have praised the friendly and attentive staff, noting that the service adds an extra layer of warmth to the dining experience. It’s clear that the team's dedication goes hand-in-hand with the carefully crafted dishes.

Shane Hill’s glowing recommendation of the seafood platter for two exemplifies Bani's focus on freshness and presentation, ensuring that each plate is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Paired with a carefully selected wine, it’s an experience that leaves a lasting impression.

If you're in Cowes or just visiting, make sure to carve out some time to visit Bani's Restaurant & Bar. This gem not only delivers on flavors and hospitality but also offers an experience that celebrates the essence of Greek culture and community. Whether you're there for a casual dinner or a special occasion, Bani's promises a delightful dining experience that will have you wanting to return again and again.

Service options

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Locations

Guest Reviews (904)

The food is amazing! Best tzatsiki sauce I've ever had and the service was delightful! Highly recommended and would definitely go back! Thank you for adding such a beautiful dining experience to my Phillip island weekend.

We ended up here by accident at around 8:30 on a Sunday night because everything else was closed. So, while it wasn't our first choice, we didn't leave disappointed. Service was super friendly. The food was excellent; wy wife had the Moussaka and I had the lamb bowl. Even the wine was great. Highly recommend.

The food was great but the service from Rudy, who is from Chile. It was absolutely exceptional! Fantastic! Very professional and friendly. It was a wonderful dinner

Such a fun night with my family. Staff and service were great! Food was very good a little different from traditional Greek but we still enjoyed it very much.

Highly recommended 5 star we went there for dinner and had the seafood platter for 2. The food was fresh, well presented and tasted delicious. The service was also 5 star with someone always there for your needs and to check if everything was ok.

Really lovely place! Food was fresh! The grilled prawn were so good that we ordered 9pcs for the 3 of us! Will probably go back again before I leave Phillip island PS: Went back the 2nd night! As usual we ordered the grilled prawn again! Thanks for the free dips & pita bread. Appreciate it

Honest to God, the best Greek food I have ever had. This place was absolutely spectacular. The service was so lovely and our server was super friendly. But the food was the show stopper. The best lamb I have ever eaten, the roast potatoes were so full with flavour and crunchy -- The slow cooked lamb is a must have! So worth the price! My husband who also usually dislikes pita bread ate all of it and stated "it's so fluffy and so good". We will literally travel back to Phillip Island for this place. PLEASE do not miss out on Bani's!!

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