Customers who have travelled on the “Moving Restaurant” have been raving about the experience.
The new product began operation last weekend and has already created 50 per cent repeat business.
“Customers leave the train at the end of the night having already booked to bring a new group of friends next month,” Emma Atkinson, marketing co-ordinator, said.
“Just wanted to say a huge thankyou re the Q Train – what a brilliant night! One of the best venues I’ve been to for a long, long time. My friends absolutely loved it and I met most of the crew. If you haven’t been – you HAVE to try it! Thank you again, a fantastic night out!“ Rob Mclennan – Bay FM
Head Chef Greg Egan, winner of best chef and golden plate awards said: “The feedback already has been positive. People love the idea of going out for a quality meal while enjoying some scenic travel at the same time.” He has relished the opportunity to create a menu that not only showcases local produce, but can be cooked in the restricted environment that a kitchen on board a train presents.
Where did the idea begin?
A couple of years ago, two men who’d worked with trains for the better part of 50 years purchased several historic carriages from Queensland Rail. They sought the expertise of a hospitality pundit, and then our team was born. We’ve spent the last year or so refurbishing the old carriages, and have transformed a part of the old “Sunlander” into a new boutique rail restaurant called “The Q Train”. How’s that for recycling!
If you live around the Bellarine area, you may have seen us working on restoring the carriages over the last 12 months.
As long-term homeowners on the Bellarine Peninsula, we have dreamed of creating a restaurant train to showcase the beautiful Bellarine and Swan Bay scenery, while offering premium local food and beverages. The Q Train is the realisation of this and we are proud to share this vision with Geelong, The Bellarine and beyond!
The Q Train operates Thursday, Friday and Saturday weekly, departing Drysdale Railway Station.
Book your experience now at www.theqtrain.com.au
