Perched within the charming Lorne Bowls Club, In the Skies Restaurant & Bar is an exquisite culinary destination that offers an inviting fusion of modern Australian flavors with Mediterranean influences. This intimate restaurant showcases a thoughtfully curated menu that celebrates fresh, local produce and bold, vibrant tastes, perfect for discerning food lovers seeking a refined yet approachable dining experience in the heart of Lorne, Victoria.
The menu at In the Skies elegantly balances smaller plates and more substantial dishes, allowing guests to indulge in a variety of flavors. Start your journey with the marinated Geelong Region olives, bursting with herbaceous notes, or delight in the Pacific oysters for a fresh, briny introduction. The Patatas Bravas bring a satisfying combination of crispy textures and smoky, spicy undertones, while the roasted beetroot salad offers a subtly sweet earthiness complemented by delicate dressings. The cured meats plate, a generous selection priced at A$18, is a perfect accompaniment to their impressive spirits and sparkling wine list.
One cannot talk about this restaurant without highlighting the pure joy found in dishes like the polpette meatballs—chargrilled to smoky perfection with a rich, meaty depth—and the Moreton Bay Bug linguine, celebrated for its perfectly al dente pasta and decadently rich bisque. The experience is heightened by the vibrant freshness of salads such as the tomato and white anchovy combo or the fig dish glowing with seasonal sweetness. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that linger delightfully on the palate.
The beverage selection complements the cuisine superbly, featuring a carefully selected range of neat and mixed spirits, including the local Guvvos Great Ocean Rd Gin Classic G&T, alongside sparkling wines and Champagnes sourced from premium producers such as Nv Dal Zotto Pucino Prosecco from King Valley and the prestigious Nv Jo Landron Brut from Loire Valley, France. These bubbles frame your meal with elegance, enhancing each dish’s flavors.
Stepping into In the Skies, you feel instantly welcomed by a warm, relaxed, yet sophisticated atmosphere. The setting—nestled within the historic Lorne Bowls Club—imbues the restaurant with authentic charm and a lively spirit, making it an ideal venue for everything from intimate dinners to joyful group celebrations. Reviews speak volumes about the heartfelt hospitality: staff members like Anna and Simon are praised for their friendly, easygoing nature, elevating the entire dining experience beyond just the food.
Patrons frequently highlight the thrill of pairing outstanding food with the unique addition of lawn bowls, merging local culture with fine dining. From Eloise’s delight over wanting to “eat every single item on offer” to Josh’s rave about the perfectly cooked barramundi and sublime prawn pasta, it’s clear this is more than just a meal. It’s a memorable event that excites your senses and touches your soul.
If you seek a culinary gem where every course is a celebration of local ingredients, masterful technique, and heartfelt service, In the Skies Restaurant & Bar promises a dining experience that soars above expectations—truly a jewel of Lorne’s vibrant food scene.
Contact & Location:
35 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne VIC 3232, Australia
Phone: +61 474 260 746
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Eloise Gannon
23/11/2025
We were lucky enough to get a table at In The Skies on one of their busiest days of the year. Everything about our visit was lovely with the food and menu an absolute standout. One of those rare occasions when you want to eat every single item on offer. We had charred gem lettuce, labne with heirloom carrots, potato fritters and the meatballs just from the starter menu! All of these and our mains were delicious. The staff were relaxed and efficient, cheerfully managing the crowded restaurant and the many families with kids and babies (we were at the early sitting) without missing a beat. Relaxed but beautiful, the dining room in the bowls clubhouse is bright and inviting, the menu is insanely good value (a huge slab of a fantastic tiramisu for dessert = $12) we can’t recommend this little restaurant highly enough!
Beatrice Clarke
23/11/2025
The heart of Lorne! Delicious and sophisticated eating with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I had the spaghetti gamberetti and my husband had the most succulent swordfish he’s ever eaten (and he’s Italian). Luke’s lemon tart for dessert also a highlight. Anna, Simon and their crew are the best of hosts: friendly and easygoing. Thanks for a great night!
World Foodie
15/11/2025
Family friendly restaurant in classic local bowling club. Food was hit and miss with fish and steak a little overcooked but the Moreton Bay Bug Linguine was excellent and made up for the rest.
Cornelius Mutsaers
21/10/2025
Being a visitor to Lorne a couple of times a year, we were told by a local to dine here, and I'm so glad we did. Small restaurant attached to the bowls club. Prices are around $30 to $40 for mains and presented superbly. With a small menu, we chose the Casarecce, and Polpette was delicious. A must try when staying in Lorne.
Georgie Bell
08/10/2025
In The Skies at Lorne Bowls Club is an absolute gem. The food is outstanding, the setting is perfect, authentic charm and the staff are exceptional. We had so much fun playing lawn bowls. Highly recommend for big or small groups - it's great for everyone. 10/10.
Adam Bustos
01/10/2025
I rarely leave reviews for places but when the whole dining experience is as good as this one , I run home to write it. The service was top tier especially the lovely young lady who served us. Everyone was very nice and welcoming overall. The food can be mediocre but when the staff is elite, it elevates the experience. Although this food was NOT mediocre, it was the best food I’ve had at a restaurant in years. Genuine soul satisfaction in every bite. My partner and I ordered the eggplant dip, fries, steak and beef ragu. The mains were the highlight with the entrees in a VERY close second. Could not fault anything about our experience at all. Do yourself a favour and dine in when you are in Lorne. Top Tier!
Hamish Cameron
02/09/2025
Twice as good as Totti’s - and half the price! Excellent fresh food, great local wine list and outstanding service. Support local and not Sydney! ;-)
Josh Wilson
27/08/2025
An incredible dinner and that's not an exaggeration! The food and service here were simply outstanding. The polpette meatballs were to die for, chargrilled with a smoky and succulent meaty flavour along with radicchio with a perfectly balanced dressing along with caponata. The barramundi was expertly cooked, and the prawn pasta was perfectly cooked (al dente) with a bisque that was rich and delightful. The coffee was brilliant (coming from a snobby Melbournian) and the deserts very good, but the real hero was the savoury food. Seriously high quality cooking! Thank you.