# Events

Source: https://hotelballarat.com.au/events/

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## Private celebrations at babae

From intimate weddings and private celebrations to business gatherings and memorials, Hotel Vera offers character-filled spaces for occasions that deserve genuine care. Gather around the table at Babae, meet privately in the Chicago Room, or make the restaurant entirely your own. We’re here to provide thoughtful hospitality and beautifully considered catering.

**Babae Restaurant – Exclusive Use**
Babae Restaurant can be booked for exclusive use from Thursday to Sunday. Please contact us at [hello@hotelballarat.com.au](mailto:hello@hotelballarat.com.au) for details.

**Business Meetings, Special Events & Memorial Services**
Our restaurant space and Chicago Room are available for catered events from Monday to Wednesday.
The restaurant space seats approximately 26 guests seated or 35 standing, and is available Monday to Tuesday. Please contact us at [hello@hotelballarat.com.au](mailto:hello@hotelballarat.com.au) for further details.

**Chicago Room**
The Chicago Room is the perfect place for a small board meeting or business catch-up. The room seats eight and has Wi-Fi and projection capabilities.

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## Awards

One Hat

The Age Good Food Guide 2027, 2026 & 2025

**5-Star Reviewed**

Over one hundred 5-star reviews on Google

## The Taste Of Babae

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### Lemon Cured Kingfish

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## Brandad Cobia

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## Wester Plains Pork

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## Black Cat Truffles

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## Mushroom Parfait

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## Pumpkin Cake

## What Our Guests Say

**Exceptional restaurant.**
“The degustation was magnificent. Remarkable, innovative food.”

**The food was absolutely delicious.**
“Local produce done in such a creative and thoughtful way.”

**Excellent experience.**
“The food & service is impeccable. Highly recommended!”

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## Make A Night Of It

**Babae** and **Hotel Vera** are made to be enjoyed together. Joining us at Babae? Let the experience linger with a stay in one of Hotel Vera’s seven individually designed suites. Already staying? Complete your time at Vera with seasonal dining at Babae, just steps from your room.

Set within an award-winning 19th-century mansion on Ballarat’s Sturt Street, Hotel Vera brings together thoughtful design, modern comfort and quiet seclusion. Expect king beds, plush linen, spacious ensuites, hyperlocal breakfasts and, in some suites, dramatic bathtubs.

Dine. Stay. Slow down.

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