About Us

Get to Know The Tipsy Heifer A true Gippsland country bar

The Heifer crew outside the pub

Our Story

The Tipsy Heifer is the dream-come-true project of Luke and Delphine Failla, proud parents of three who made the bold leap from farming life into the pub game.

After years working the land and dreaming about creating the perfect country bar, they found their calling right here in beautiful Willow Grove. What started as a big family dream has become Gippsland's most welcoming gastro pub, where that innocent-looking front door opens up to something truly special.

The move from farming to running a country pub wasn't easy, but Luke and Delphine's passion for bringing people together over great food and cold drinks made it all worthwhile. They wanted a place that felt like home, where mates could catch up over a beer and families could enjoy a proper meal without breaking the bank. Since opening, they're still pinching themselves at how well the community has embraced it.

Locals at the bar

Community Focus

Coming from farming backgrounds, Luke and Delphine understand the importance of supporting local communities and the value of hard work. They've built more than another country bar. It's a genuine community hub where families can enjoy great food at prices that actually make sense: honest value, meals made with care, and country hospitality that makes everyone feel welcome from the moment they arrive.

Why Visit Us

What makes The Tipsy Heifer special? It's that welcoming feeling the moment you walk through the doors. Fantastic value, genuine country hospitality, and a place where families can relax without watching the budget.

A casual pub lunch with the kids, a quiet dinner for two, or a cold beer with mates after a long day: you'll get an authentic country pub atmosphere with honest pricing that's hard to find anywhere else. This is what real Gippsland pub hospitality looks like.

The dining room with leather booths

Our Team

Each person brings their own energy, skills and love for hospitality, together creating the warm, welcoming vibe the pub is known for.

Come for the flavours,
stay for the fun.

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