Tulip Restaurant

Restaurant in Geelong, VIC

Tulip is located on Pakington Street, Geelong West – Geelong’s vibrant center of multiculturalism. Situated at the north end, Tulip is nestled amongst boutique shops and select restaurants characteristic of the cosmopolitan precinct. The décor lends itself to a contemporary but relaxed vibe, with flexible and shared dining options. The menu hosts an impressive list of modern dishes each centered on a main ingredient. The element of simplicity carries over to the wine list which boasts Victorian wines.

Friends and chefs Matt Dempsey (Gladioli) and Graham Jefferies combined their experiences and vision to open Tulip. Flexibility, simplicity and quality combine making Tulip a unique dining experience. These two worked together at Pettavel winery in 2007 and have been friends ever since. Matt opened the award winning Gladioli in Inverleigh in 2011 while Graham moved to Melbourne to take the helm at Wildflower restaurant in Canterbury. After Graham left Wildflower and was looking to move back to the Geelong region, they started talking about opening a restaurant together. They wanted a restaurant that broke the traditional mould and allowed the diner more flexibility. They soon found their perfect site at 111 Pakington Street, Geelong West and Tulip started coming to life.

Tulip offers shared dining with ingredient driven dishes created using modern cooking techniques. The restaurant proudly features an all-Victorian wine list. Architect Adam Kane designed the dining room which is minimal and modern with a relaxed feel. Matt and Graham are very excited about their new venture and look forward to seeing you.