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Monday 12pm - 9:30pm Tuesday 12pm - 9:30pm Wednesday 12pm - 9:30pm Thursday 12pm - 9:30pm Friday 12pm - 9:30pm Saturday 12pm - 9:30pm Sunday 12pm - 9:30pm

The Forge

Authentic Australian Woodfired pizza goes well with craft beer, local wines and Italian favourites.
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Our grandfather Frank was a hard working Blacksmith in the Ballarat region, and at the heart of a Blacksmith’s shop is a fire they call the Forge. With a combination of the fire, great skill and plenty of hard work, great things are created. Take a look at our wood fire oven and you’ll know why we are “The Forge”. The food served by The Forge is designed to be enjoyed by family and friends through

sharing in a traditional Italian style, allowing all the opportunity to taste a variety of dishes. A selection of options have been created to meet individual requirements. Our selections represent our finest quality foods, with ingredients and produce purchased locally from our suppliers, to help you enjoy our regions best food.

19/06/2026

Missed them last week? You're in luck.

Our specials are sticking around for another week, giving you another chance to try a few crowd favourites...

🍕 Pea & Ham Pizza
🍝 Beef Osso Bucco Rigatoni
🍰 Mini Pavlova

And while you're here... Go Socceroos! 🇦🇺⚽

Available for dine-in and takeaway.

📍 14 Armstrong Street North, Ballarat Central

17/06/2026

Ballarat Winter Festival is back soon, bringing plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the season ❄️
Explore what’s happening around the city, then warm up with a woodfired pizza or pasta at The Forge.
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12/06/2026

This week’s specials have landed… and just in time for the Socceroos ⚽

🍕 Pea & Ham Pizza
Smoked ham hock, fresh peas, pea purée, mint, mozzarella & pork crackling

🍝 Beef Osso Bucco Rigatoni
Slow-cooked beef osso bucco with tomato, garlic, parsley & Grana Padano

🍰 Mini Pavlova
Poached quince, rhubarb & apple, vanilla whipped goat’s curd and lemon balm snow

And this Sunday is Socceroo Sunday 🇦🇺

🍕 Pizza Special + Coke for $20 (300g + $6) when you're wearing your Socceroos pride
🍻 Happy Hour from 1–6pm
🎶 Dan West live from 1–3pm

10/06/2026

Cold outside. Blazing inside. 🔥🍕

There’s nothing quite like watching pizzas cook in a woodfired oven on a winter’s day.

Grab a seat, warm up with your favourite pizza, and let the fire do the rest.

📍 14 Armstrong Street North, Ballarat Central

05/06/2026

New specials, fresh out of the kitchen.
Available all week for dine-in and takeaway…

🌋 The Volcano
Hot salami, fior di latte, fetta, chilli, olives, blue cheese & oregano

🍝 Beef Osso Bucco Rigatoni
Rigatoni with slow-cooked beef osso bucco ragu, parsley & parmesan

🍰 Quince & Almond Tart
Poached quince, almond pastry & Italian meringue

📍 14 Armstrong Street North, Ballarat Central.

29/05/2026

This week’s specials have landed!
Fresh from the kitchen and available all week…

🌋 The Volcano
🍝 Carciofi e Mortadella
🍰 Quince & Almond Tart

Available for dine-in and takeaway.

📍 14 Armstrong Street North, Ballarat Central

28/05/2026

"Do yourself a favour and eat here! We have been here 2 times in the last few months while my husband was in Ballarat for work. Loveeee this place! Amazing food and desserts. Chill vibe. Great music! Cheeseburger pizza is amazing."
- Kirsty

27/05/2026

Big flavour, fresh additions.

Inspired by our Nepalese chef Sumi and our beautiful supplier at Meredith Dairy , The Everest has earned a permanent place on the pizza menu. Formerly known as the G.O.A.T. Pizza, the same much-loved flavour with a Nepalese twist.

You’ll also spot new dishes across the menu, including our fresh Smoked Salmon Salad and other seasonal additions.

Come in and explore what’s new at The Forge.

22/05/2026

Our weekly specials are here, and they’re well worth a visit.

Come in for great food, good vibes, and a few favourites worth trying…

🍕 The Volcano Pizza
🍝 Penne Pepperonata
🍰 Maryna’s Opera Cake

Mulled Wine pouring for the Heritage Festival only.

What better way to enjoy this weekend.

📍 14 Armstrong Street North, Ballarat Central

18/05/2026

Heritage Festival is on this weekend, and at The Forge, history is part of the experience 🔥

From the moment you walk through the front doors, you’re surrounded by little pieces of Ballarat’s heritage woven throughout the space.

Good food, local history, and a space full of stories.

Address

14 Armstrong Street Nth
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday	12pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday	12pm - 9:30pm
Thursday	12pm - 9:30pm
Friday	12pm - 9:30pm
Saturday	12pm - 9:30pm
Sunday	12pm - 9:30pm

Website

http://www.theforgepizzeria.com.au/

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