With breathtaking views overlooking the formal gardens of Werribee Park, Joseph's Restaurant & Bar provide a relaxed and luxurious atmosphere.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Joseph's offers modern European cuisine and an extensive wine list featuring many superb premium varieties. Contemporary in style, Joseph's has been embraced by all those who love fine food and dining.

Executive Chef - Martin Horsley

Born in 1962 in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, Martin's interest in cooking started when, at the young age of 19, he got his first job in the kitchen at the prestigious Glen Eagles Hotel in Scotland.

Martin continued to develop his knowledge and techniques by working in range of five star hotels in Europe before going to work with one of Britain's best chefs, Terry Leybourne at 21 Queens Street, the one Michelin Star restaurant in Newcastle. It was here that Martin gained exposure to the famous Roux Brothers, working on and off in their kitchens for almost a year.

In 1996, inspired by the Brit Pack's exodus to Australia and their immense success all over the country, Martin travelled to Port Douglas where he worked as a Senior Sous Chef at Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas for two years before relocating to Perth's Sheraton for another two years.

Martin was encouraged to return to the UK to open Briggens House Hotel in Hertfordshire. Martin stayed there for couple years before returning to Australia in 2002 to work for Raymond Capaldi at his modern Melbourne restaurant and events complex, Fenix.

It was during his time at Fenix that Martin developed a strong friendship with Raymond, inspired by his love of cooking and gastronomic influences, and together they achieved a 'one hat' award for the restaurant in The Age Good Food Guide.

After a year working with Raymond, Martin spent the next few years working in senior positions at Melbourne's leading hotels including Le Meridian and Stamford Plaza.

Martin returned to Fenix for another term years before joining the team at Sofitel Mansion & Spa at Werribee Park in April 2006 before being promoted to Executive Chef in February 2008.

Martin describes his cooking as 'a modern, eclectic mix', where he combines his classical training with more contemporary methods, and uses only the finest local produce, making every dish both accessible and enjoyable.

Martin's main focus at Sofitel Mansion & Spa is to achieve a 'one hat' award for Joseph's Restaurant while revitalizing and elevating the food and beverage experience across all areas of the hotel.

Set Price Lunch

From Monday to Saturday, Joseph's provides an affordable mid-week lunch special for just $35 pp. Enjoy two delicious course, a glass of Shadowfax Wine and coffee or tea.

*Offer excludes public holidays and the month of December.

LeSpa and Luncheon

From Monday to Thursday, LeSpa and Joseph's presents its exclusive spa and lunch package including:

• A 90 minute spa pamper session in one of LeSpa's superb twin treatment rooms
• Delicious two course lunch in Joseph's including a glass of Shadowfax wine and coffee

$350 per couple. Bookings essential on 03 9731 4140

Afternoon Tea

Indulge in the delights of a Lenôtre Afternoon Tea, available in the Lobby Lounge every day from 2 till 5pm. Sofitel Mansion & Spa brings Lenôtre to you, France's most prestigious Parisian Patisserie, established over 50 years go. Enjoy a range of tempting delights for $38 per person.

Bookings essential on 03 9731 4130.

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"Joseph's is not cheap and does not pretend to be. Food as good as this, however, explains everything."

Bob Hart, Herald Sun, 4 December 2004

"A restaurant that's an all-rounder; stylish, elegant surrounds, good service and simple, tasty Mediterranean food with a well-matched wine list, all priced accordingly. And of course, the wonderful gardens and surrounds, which are free."

Jane Faulkner, The Age, 8 May 2003