The Mess & Barracks

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The Mess & Barracks Kitchen closes at 8:30 pm (Sun–Thurs) | Open late Fri & Sat
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In the heart of Ararat, The Mess & Barracks brings together relaxed café culture with breakfast, lunch and dinner, alongside woodfired pizza and an exquisite selection of wines-all set within the cosy charm of boutique accommodation.

Looking for the perfect venue or planning your next event? Whether it’s a private function, a special celebration or a l...
12/10/2026

Looking for the perfect venue or planning your next event? Whether it’s a private function, a special celebration or a large booking for a special occasion, The Mess & Barracks has you sorted!

Breakfast : Monday–Thursday: 8am–11:30am | Friday–Sunday: 8am–3pm
Lunch: Daily, 12pm–3pm | Wood-fired Pizzeria: From 12pm
Dinner: Daily from 5pm until late

Come in, enjoy great food and make special memories with us!

Get in touch to enquire about your next event or large booking, or book your table online: https://bookings.obeeapp.com/themessbarracks

YOUR EVENT, YOUR WAY! Planning a birthday, special celebration, corporate function, Christmas party or New Year’s Eve ev...
06/10/2026

YOUR EVENT, YOUR WAY!

Planning a birthday, special celebration, corporate function, Christmas party or New Year’s Eve event?

At The Mess & Barracks, we tailor menus to your taste and occasion, with private venue options to make your celebration extra special!

Contact Jack, our Venue Manager, on 03 4318 6003 or email - [email protected] to start planning!

Let’s make it a celebration to remember!

AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING AWAITS! One w**e| Two dishes | One tableSubRosa Supper Club × The Mess & Barracks are bringing ...
06/10/2026

AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING AWAITS!
One w**e| Two dishes | One table

SubRosa Supper Club × The Mess & Barracks are bringing you a special evening of w**e, food and conversation on 14 October from 6PM.

Join Nancy Panter, Co-Founder of SubRosa W**e, for an intimate supper where exceptional w**e, delicious food and great conversation come together.

Book your seat: subrosaw**e.com/subrosa-supper-club

Limited seats available, don’t miss this special evening!

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YOUR SUNDAY AFTERNOON JUST GOT BETTER! James & Oz Live at The Mess & Barracks on 25 October, 1–4PM! Bring your crew, gra...
05/10/2026

YOUR SUNDAY AFTERNOON JUST GOT BETTER!

James & Oz Live at The Mess & Barracks on 25 October, 1–4PM!
Bring your crew, grab a drink, enjoy great food and settle in for an afternoon of live music & good vibes.

Good tunes | Good food | Great company

Make a day of it, see you there!

05/10/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE
The Mess & Barracks will close at 3pm tomorrow, Tuesday 6 October, after lunch service, for a private event.
We’ll reopen Wednesday 7 October at 6am. Thank you for your understanding!

02/10/2026

Another big Sunday of LIVE MUSIC is coming your way!

Join us on Sunday 4 October | 1pm–4pm as the fantastic 3198 🎸 returns to The Mess & Barracks. Great live music, delicious food, cold drinks and the perfect Sunday atmosphere.

Book your table now:
https://bookings.obeeapp.com/themessbarracks

See you this Sunday!

World Coffee Day Special | Good days start with great coffee! To celebrate World Coffee Day, enjoy $1 OFF all coffees al...
26/09/2026

World Coffee Day Special | Good days start with great coffee!

To celebrate World Coffee Day, enjoy $1 OFF all coffees all day long. Whether it’s your morning pick-me-up, a catch-up with friends, or an afternoon treat, we’ve got your coffee covered. Available all day.

Come in, sip, save and celebrate with us!

Address

84 Barkly Street
Ararat, VIC
3377

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 10pm
Tuesday 6am - 10pm
Wednesday 6am - 10pm
Thursday 6am - 10pm
Friday 6am - 12am
Saturday 6am - 12am
Sunday 8am - 10pm

Telephone

+61343186003

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