Kid Friendly Cafes in Melbourne's West including, Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay, Brimbank and Wyndham. Happy River Cafe, Leroys, Jellybread, Butcher 128, Shadowfax and more
You scream, I scream, we all scream for Will’s Batch Icecream! Located on the ever popular Nelson Place right in the heart of Williamstown, Will’s Batch is the perfect spot for a sweet treat on a summer’s night.
Read MoreMonzerella has all your favourite Italian sandwiches - from chicken schnitzel to warm meatball ciabatta rolls - and they’re huge! The coffee, made with Roasting Warehouse beans, is fantastic, and there’s an impressive grocery selection, including pasta, sauces, sweets, and pickled goodies. Plus, there’s a gelato bar!
Read MoreLittle Gecko cafe in Newport is an absolute winner, especially for all of the toddlers in the West. Located on the bustling Blackshaws Road, Little Gecko is not to be mistaken for a regular cafe - it’s a bright and fun space that is tailored for younger children.
Read MoreAll tables are serviced by the ‘train’, just choose your order via the tablet on the table and then wait for your delivery! It’s fun and efficient!
We LOVE the food here - heaps of your Japanese faves, with everything from plain sushi rolls, ceviche, fried chicken, nigiri, gyoza - and the desserts are great too with mochi ice cream, chocolate spring roll with ice cream or pannacotta with matcha ice cream - ALL were excellent.
Anaia Cafe is excellent with beautiful food, attentive service, and a great location, all at great value. Families are welcomed with ample seating, a kids' menu, and high chairs. The venue features a stunning indoor space, a large enclosed deck with beautiful tiles, and an outdoor deck perfect for sunny days!
Read MoreEzyEats Street Food in Sunbury is where it is at folks - perfect for the entire family, and is a great place to visit especially as the weather is warming up!
A permanent fixture on the Sunbury social scene, EzyEats truly is a taste bud adventure for all food lovers.
Read MoreIf you’re going to get a train from Sunshine, the perfect stop for breakfast or lunch and a coffee has just opened up - My Avocado Cafe.
Read MoreGood 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!
Read MoreThe Spotswood Kingsville RSL is the perfect family-friendly spot in the Inner West. Offering a welcoming vibe for veterans, first responders, and locals, it’s a great place for parents to relax while kids play safely. The menu features generous, delicious meals like steak, burgers, and parmigiana, with huge kids’ meals including favourites like cheeseburgers and nuggets, plus ice cream!
Read MoreThe Daylesford Hotel, located in the heart of Daylesford recently had a revamp and oh wow it’s gorgeous. The guys from local institutions Cliffy’s and Beppe have created something very special here.
Read MoreIf you follow the crowd of people at the Caroline Springs main precinct, you are bound to find yourself in line at the hottest new deli in the West. Roger Roger is pumping out fat sangas, melts, incredible sides and desserts as well as coffee and drinks. Mamma is obsessed!
Read MoreYou know as soon as you enter Gordon St Bakery that this is an authentic, and very French, bakery. The welcoming and comforting aroma of browned butter and pastry greets you at the door - and it’s the scent that you can only get when all the products are made in house, and actually, right in front of you.
Read MoreBlue Bamboo has reopened after renovations and Mamma is still enchanted eating at this luscious restaurant cafe that will transport you directly to the tropics of South East Asia as you dine among an oasis of lush gardens.
Read MoreGosh folks, the food is GOOD at Wolf Cafe and Eatery in Altona North - and guess what!? They just opened their second location in Point Cook!
Situated in the heart of the Sanctuary Lakes Shopping Centre, Mamma loves to head to Wolf for an amazing feed with the family.
Read MoreJemi's Cafe in South Kingsville offers a delicious Turkish breakfast with high-quality ingredients. Enjoy tasty options like Bretzels filled with chocolate hazelnut, toasties, and pancakes. The all-day menu features burgers, salads, and more. The kids' menu is a winner, with nuggets, burgers, toasties, and fairy bread – perfect for little ones!
Read MoreCallum started BAM Street Food during ‘the covid years’ selling his smash burgers from his garage in Altona Meadows. From there the food truck was born along with some local pop ups, and since all that has gained a bit of a cult following.
Now, lucky us, we have the diner that has just opened in Harrington Square in Altona!
Mamma says check out Cafe on the Hill at Sunbury's Redstone Estate, located atop Northvale Park. Enjoy coffee and treats while your kids play on Northvale Park's new playground, featuring a climbing tower, sports areas, and BBQ facilities. With a beautiful nature mural and a prime location, Cafe on the Hill in Sunbury is the perfect spot for families
Read MoreEver wonder where to grab a cake or some treats that cater for allergies or intolerances? Well folks, Mister Nice Guys in Ascot Vale has you completely covered! It is also 100% plant based
Read MoreAcai Boy in Altona is our go-to for family dessert outings! Their açaí bowls with delicious toppings, especially the Biscoff sauce, are a hit. They also offer treats like crème brûlée, crepes, brownies, and more. The dining area is simple and service is quick, but it can get busy after school.
A perfect spot for sweet treats that everyone will enjoy!
You know when you basically roll out of a restaurant with full bellies and everyone exclaims how good that was, you’re on to a winner. Meat Mechanics has just opened in Altona near Altona Primary School and it is absolutely delicious.
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