Looking for the ultimate combination of play and great food (or coffee)? Here are our favourite cafés in Melbourne’s west that come with a side of playground fun. It’s the perfect way to enjoy your coffee while it’s still hot, let the kids burn off some energy, and spend quality time together outdoors

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little growling cafe and playground, tarneit

This is not just a cafe with a kids corner, this is a cafe with a HUGE connected, full scale, enclosed and amazing playground and mist garden. You can also graze on the great food while watching the kiddies have fun - smashed avocado, their Growling big breakfast, a HUGE range of toasties, burgers and so much more! A must when in Melbourne’s West!

good manors cafe, manor lakes

Good Manors Cafe in Manor Lakes is a must-visit for families! With a spacious outdoor deck, gorgeous interiors, and a kids' play area, it's perfect for parents to relax while kiddos enjoy. The menu offers all-day breakfast like avo stack, eggs Benedict, and big breakfasts, plus lunch options like burgers, salmon, and schnitzels. There's even a kids' menu with pancakes, toasties, and nuggets. Open 7 days, 8am-3pm!

the boathouse, moonee ponds

The Boathouse is a local Maribyrnong favourite - and Mamma can absolutely see why! There is truly nothing better than sitting out on The Boathouse deck with the kids on a hot summers night - taking in the serenity with the most delicious food. Fairytale-esque wooden tables, outdoor chairs and shady hanging trees make The Boathouse one of the best places for a summer drink in Melbourne's West.

millars, lara

Millars in Lara (on the way to Geelong in Melbourne’s West) has something for everyone - excellent food and coffee for Mamma, and a breakfast and lunch kids menu. The star attraction is the playground right next door - suitable for both the older kids and the little ones - which means Mamma can relax and watch the kids adventuring all within an arms reach.

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northvale park, sunbury

Discover Northvale Park, one of the exciting new parks in the Sunbury area located within the Redstone Estate in Melbourne’s West. This fantastic playspace offers endless fun for kids with its two huge enclosed slides and engaging climbing towers featuring adorable rock climbing enclosures. Little ones will also enjoy the variety of swings, spinners, musical chimes, and a dedicated toddler area complete with slides and climbing ropes.

killara playground (and cafe), truganina

First up, the new playground here is fantastic, it features slides, ropes, trampolines, swings and two super fast flying First up, the new playground here is fantastic, it features slides, ropes, trampolines, swings and two super fast flying foxes that your little ones will love! Situated behind the playground is Killara Cafe. It’s not just an ordinary cafe - it is one with purpose.

Need more foodie options? We have some more spots right here. Great food, great service, and a play area for the kids. Perfect family friendly dining and all in Melbourne’s West - click here