our story

a restaurant on the Surf Coast.

Samesyn means togetherness, referring to how we connect over food.

It’s a restaurant speaking of the region, showcasing our local suppliers with seasonal, ever-changing dishes designed to share.

Generosity is at the heart of what we do.

We look forward to welcoming you.

head chef

graham jefferies

Graham is a local Jan Juc resident having lived on the Surf Coast for 12 years. He is the owner and executive chef of Tulip Restaurant in Geelong. Born in Zimbabwe, he grew up in South Africa and the UK, before moving to Australia.

His style is produce driven, seasonal and focuses on using local suppliers and produce that is ethically sourced and genuine free range.