Cheese World
Cheese World is one of the final highlights along the highlight packed Great Ocean Road, offering visitors a relaxed stop to enjoy local food, regional products and an insight into the area’s dairy history.
Located in Allansford, Cheese World offers a mix of good food, local goods and regional history.
Warrnambool Cheese World
A visit to Warrnambool Cheese World begins in the café, where the menu is built around fresh local produce and a wide range of dairy items. Brunch is served with staples such as Eggs Your Way, Smashed Avo and the popular Breaky Roll. Those looking for something sweet can order the Lemon Passionfruit Pancakes, which are a reliable choice for guests wanting a lighter, dessert-style brunch option.
Lunch is available from 11:30am to 2:30pm and includes crowd favourites like the Cheese World Cheese Burger, Thai Chicken Slaw and handmade Arancini Balls. Many visitors stop in specifically for the venue’s toasties, available from 8am to 5pm. The 3 Cheese Toastie and Chicken, Cheese and Avo Toastie are standouts, while the Reuben Sandwich appeals to those wanting something more substantial.
The café also offers milkshakes made from Sungold milk, which remain one of Cheese World’s signature items. After eating, guests can browse the shop for cheeses, relishes, sweets and other regional products to take home.
Cheese World also prepares custom hampers that suit different budgets and preferences. Options range from small boxes with two cheeses and a sweet treat to larger hampers featuring multiple cheeses, dips, jams and wine or local beer. These have become popular gifts for travellers wanting to bring home a selection of Great Ocean Road produce without putting together their own assortment.
Cheese World and Museum
One of Cheese World’s main attractions is its Dairy History Museum, which gives visitors a closer look at how the region’s dairy industry developed. The museum features historic equipment, artefacts and displays that illustrate how milk and cheese production evolved over time in Victoria. Many reviews highlight the museum as a worthwhile short stop, especially for families or travellers interested in local history rather than a long, structured tour.
The museum’s layout is straightforward and easy to follow for visitors of all ages. Guests often note that the museum complements the café experience well, offering something educational after a meal or tasting. Because the museum is self-guided, visitors can explore at their own pace and focus on the displays that interest them most.
