The Turret Cafe and Catering in Ballarat won 'Victorian Small Business Awards' in 2007, 2009, 2011 and 2012. and was a finalist in both the 'Restaurant and Catering Victoria Awards for Excellence 2007' and the 'CGU Commerce Ballarat Business Excellence Awards 2007'.

The Turret Cafe has also been recognised for its cakes by the Baking Industry Association of Victoria, winning first place. Specialty cakes, including gluten free wedding cakes, friands and chocolate mousse puddings are all made on the premises, ensuring their quality.

The Turret Cafe has many gluten free meal options available as well. The majority of food is made on the premises, so there's flexibility with dishes. Please mention your gluten free needs to staff, and they will provide you with a menu card outlining meals that can be made gluten free.

Enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast with gluten free toast, through to lunch and sweet treats with your morning/afternoon coffee. Try the daily risotto, one of the chicken or beef curries, or chicken salad.

The cafe makes its own delicious gluten free bread, and loaves can be pre-ordered in advance, ready for collection on Tuesdays.

Set in a beautiful historic Ballarat building constructed in the late 1880's, complete with the ornate turret from which the cafe was named, The Turret Cafe has a casual, relaxed dining atmosphere with warm cosy fireplaces to enhance the setting.

As the name implies, The Turret Cafe and Catering will also cater for private and corporate functions, with delivery available.