Down The Lane

215B Macquarie St, Dubbo NSW 2830, Australia
+61 407 334 334
$$$ Restaurant
(818 Reviews)
Price Range $40–60

Down The Lane in Dubbo presents itself as a relaxed, approachable restaurant where fresh, thoughtfully prepared meals come with an inviting atmosphere. Situated on Macquarie Street, it strikes a balance between casual dining and an evening spot that can easily transition into a more lively night with occasional live music.

The setting features warm rustic touches and subtle lighting, including fairy lights, which create a cozy yet unpretentious backdrop for meals. It’s the type of place where locals might drop by for a Friday night dinner or a weekend catch-up with friends and family. The service feels genuinely attentive without being overbearing, fitting a small town vibe where hospitality is part of the experience.

The menu leans into Italian-inspired dishes with familiar favorites like pizza and pasta, along with some elevated options for those wanting a little more polish. Pizzas come with thoughtfully layered toppings—whether it's a classic Margherita or more adventurous combinations like The Sarita with prosciutto and bocconcini. Pasta selections and larger plates, such as the house-made gnocchi or risotto infused with truffle cream, clearly aim to satisfy diners looking for comfort food with a refined touch. The seasonal green veggies and rocket salad offer lighter counterpoints for balanced meals.

It's a place well suited to those who appreciate straightforward, quality cooking with some inventive twists, such as the pineapple and fresh basil on certain pizzas or the rich garlic cream sauce on the gnocchi. Diners who enjoy wine or cocktails will find options here to extend their experience beyond just the meal.

Down The Lane especially appeals to those who want a dining spot where the atmosphere feels intimate but not fussy, with enough variety on the menu to accommodate gluten-free diets, meat-eaters, and vegetarians alike. Even teenagers find it satisfying, which suggests the menu and ambiance reach a broad local audience.

Visits tend to work well for casual dinners with friends or low-key date nights, especially in the evening when the lighting and occasional live music enhance the experience. It’s less of a quick lunch stop and more about settling in, enjoying good company, and savoring dishes with balanced flavors and textures.

Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Has live music
Popular for
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves halal food
Serves healthy options
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Best for
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

4:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday

4:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Sunday

4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

818 Reviews
Lisa White

03 Jan 2026

Shift into a relaxed vibe at DTL with delightful live music. The menu caters to all tastes with amazing pizza, pasta, and salads. Tempt yourself with their cocktail menu and save room for dessert! Friendly and engaging service.

Andrew Scott

26 Dec 2025

Great food, great service, great spot. We started with the tempura battered cauliflower bites which were incredible. We then moved on to the risotto and a prawn pizza. The risotto was perfect consistency and great flavour. The pizza base was light and crunchy and the toppings were well balanced. The service from start to finish was first class. Well done Down The Lane you are my new Dubbo favourite.

HO JIA RUN

21 Nov 2025

Hidden gem with a cozy atmosphere – loved the surprise of fairy lights and rustic design. Staff were very friendly. We tried several dishes: • Hawaiian Holiday Pizza – thin base, pineapple and fresh basil gave it a nice twist. • Seasonal Risotto – creamy with mushrooms, peas, and truffle, comforting and rich. • Chargrilled Scotch Fillet – juicy and tender, perfectly cooked with caramelised onions. • Slow-Cooked Pork Belly – soft, flavorful, balanced by crispy potatoes. Dessert: When I entered, I saw three versions of tiramisu in the display – one looked appetizing, one looked collapsed and unappetizing, and there was also a big glass container holding what seemed to be fresh tiramisu. I didn’t plan to order it, but my friend did, and unexpectedly we were served the unappetizing one. Eating it gave the impression that it wasn’t fresh, especially since newer and fresher-looking ones were clearly on display. I’d suggest more care with presentation, or simply not serving a portion if it doesn’t look right. It would be much better if only the fresh and appealing portions were served, as presentation really affects the dining experience. Overall, food was delicious, staff lovely, and atmosphere unique – just a little more care on dessert would make it 5 stars.

Heidi Clarke

28 Oct 2025

Had such a yummy dinner! We weren't sure where to go for dinner and we met Clarissa at Jimmy's when we ordered coffee (good coffee btw). She was able to point us to Down the Lane. Really impressed with the GF options. Great team and Clarissa is really friendly and helpful. The two teenagers where impressed with their meals. I thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Tasty and very satisfying. Thanks team. Would definitely come back if we came to Dubbo again.

Kylie Lawless

17 Oct 2025

Absolutely amazing service . The risotto 10/10 great flavours. Pizza was just as good . Baked Brie to die for .. overall wonderful meal

marnie

21 Sep 2025

my partner and i were travelling through and saw down the lane with a quick google search and i’m so glad we gave it a go! waitstaff were welcoming (thanks to rissa!) and made sure we were looked after which we really appreciate and the food came out in good time. we shared an entree and a main each and we left feeling very satisfied. plate sizes were good, food was fantastic. it has a good atmosphere too, the restaurant had lots of indoor and outdoor seating as well which was nice to have the option for a warm or cold night.

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