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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.

LIVE MUSIC IS BACK! We’re bringing back our Sunday sessions at The Mess & Barracks! Gregg performing LIVE | Sunday, 8 No...
27/10/2026

LIVE MUSIC IS BACK!
We’re bringing back our Sunday sessions at The Mess & Barracks!

Gregg performing LIVE | Sunday, 8 November | 1–4 PM

Grab your mates, enjoy a drink, and spend your Sunday afternoon with great music and good vibes!

24/10/2026

NOTICE: LIVE MUSIC CANCELLED

Please note that today’s live band performance at The Mess & Barracks has been cancelled due to an unforeseen emergency involving the band.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank everyone for their understanding.

A sweet new addition to The Mess & Barracks! We’re excited to welcome JACK’S CAKES to our family, featuring delicious tr...
21/10/2026

A sweet new addition to The Mess & Barracks!
We’re excited to welcome JACK’S CAKES to our family, featuring delicious treats lovingly crafted by our very own Pastry Chefs!

From cake slices to whole cakes for any occasion, find your next sweet treat in our Grab ’n’ Go!

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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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!

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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