NEW owners NEW menu! Mamma has loved this The Vic Hotel in Footscray since its renovation and rejuvenation back in 2017. It’s a pub that still feels like a pub, an updated space that still feels original. What we have now though is new owners - Andy from Luxsmith, Denis from Bottega and Ashley from Copperpot which means you KNOW the menu is going to be a ripper…
Read MoreNavi Lounge gives us access to what’s behind the velvet curtain, without the long booking list, and still with the opportunity to try Chef Julians famed fare.
The space is stunning - not surprisingly. It is dimly lit, but the afternoon suns shines through the sheer curtains, and you know you are somewhere special.
Read MoreNamed after the mystery and magic of the fermentation process, Black Arts Brewery is a local hidden gem like no other. We have met many local Westie folks doing great things and owner Josh is not only making great beer, gin and ciders, but he lives and breathes the art of creating an amazing beverage!
Read MoreNewport, get ready to experience the charm and elegance of The Fifth Wine Bar - your new neighbourhood hotspot! With its sleek art deco design and cosy atmosphere, this curvy and cute wine bar is the perfect place to catch up with friends or enjoy a romantic date night. Come discover what makes The Fifth Wine Bar so special and add it to your list of must-visit spots in Newport!
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Discover Bathtub Gin Distilling Co., located in a charming old warehouse building tucked away on a hidden back street in Williamstown. Take a stroll and stumble upon this enchanting distillery, where you can indulge in handcrafted gin and immerse yourself in the art of distilling and now food!
Read MoreThis is primarily a gin bar with creative and amazing cocktails - all with botanical touches and local natives.
Read MoreHaving been in the wine and beer game for a while in the west, Sam knows his craft beer, artisan wine and select spirits. You can also enjoy a few tapas and nibbles from the menu too.
Read MoreA gastro pub that’s family friendly, with some super style in the heart of Werribee! This has been one of Mamma's fave westie pubs for a while now - always GREAT food and a great relaxed atmosphere - now with new winter menu!!
Read MoreIn hops we trust and now you can too with a visit Hopheads Bar in Yarraville. Creating a great atmosphere with some fantastic beer is what they do here.
Read MoreLook out, Altona is fast becoming the new Footscray with some great food and bevvie choices! Mamma got to have a cheeky sneak peek at this new and much anticipated bar OPEN NOW in Harrington Square in Altona!
Read MoreA sun drenched bar and a rooftop courtyard that will actually deliver you to Europe.
Read MoreMamma loves a chilled out local. That’s exactly what Hopheads is - a friendly little bar (bottle shop and tasting room) where you are sure to bump in to some OTHER friendly locals.
Read MoreThis micro brewery in the heart of Footscray (the old Barkly Hotel) is a great spot to meet for a delicious parma, charcuterie board or even just a bowl of delicious wedges - depending on your appetite oh and of course some house brewed beer tasting to go with your food!
Read MoreSloth Bar is like a few bars in one! Choose your spot, with the downstairs bar, street side seating, back courtyard or head upstairs to the lounge/couch area, and THEN there’s the balcony! The whole place has a comfortable feel like you are at a friends place for drinks or on busy nights - a cool house party!
Read MoreMamma loves the great outdoors….and in this particular instance, it happens to be an OUTDOOR BAR and burger joint.
Read MoreYes - tonight Josephine, tonight! Seize the day folks and seize some kid free time to check out this very cool bar
Read MoreWell this place certainly has everything Mamma loves. It's such a cosy place in the winter with its fireplace and stone walls, and then on nice days there is the great outdoor deck and HUGE expanse of grass AND the old boat & sandpit for the kiddies to play too.
Read MoreMamma says never judge a book by it's cover, but in this case, go right ahead! This amazing art deco building hides some treasure in Newport.
Read MoreInspiring families in Melbourne's West to uncover amazing stuff nearby. You will find inside local knowledge on parks, playgrounds, cafes, family activities, markets and more all waiting to be uncovered, rediscovered and enjoyed.
