Mamma KNOWS how tricky family dining can get. When it comes to an enjoyable family dining experience we have a few spots right here with the mamma trifecta of great food, great service and a PLAY AREA for the kids. Play Plus Food = a happy family which of course = a happy Mamma.

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the victoria hotel, yarraville

The Victoria Hotel on Hyde Street Yarraville has had a makeover! With indoor and outdoor play areas, and a new beer garden it is a fantastic family friendly pub. There is quite literally something for everyone here at The Victoria Hotel in Yarraville

munch 'n sip, williamstown

Munch N Sip is such a great local cafe for those in the Williamstown area- it’s truly somewhere that the entire family can enjoy. The food was excellent - as was the drinks selection too. And we all love an indoor play space!

fallen freight, sunbury

With a really cool industrial vibe, Fallen Freight is open 7 days a week serving a range of amazing coffee and a deli menu. Our little one was obsessed with her chocolate milkshake, and Mamma really enjoyed her double bacon and egg bagel!

station hotel, footscray

This is such an incredible family friendly pub. Not only is the food EXCELLENT, the space is too - warm and comforting inside with dining area and bar area, but outside - well, listen up….out the back is a huge space complete with a NEW kids playground, and in the winter time they have fun igloos to keep you warm and cosy.

little teapot cafe and play, lara

THIS place is the most kid friendly cafe Mamma has ever been to. Yes. Ever. Why? Let us count the ways.....

ezi streat, north melbourne

A relaxed food hall with a range of eateries, arcade games, beer garden and indoor tables. Think of wandering down a little Japanese laneway - soba noodle bar on the right, lanterns hanging outside a private dining space to the left, comic book graphics on the walls and retro arcade games in the corner. It’s fun for kids and adults alike!

teddy picker, werribee

UPDATE! A spectacular new feature at Teddy Picker has landed! Teddy Picker is right in the thick of it in Werribee and along with the gorgeous, spacious deck it has two large indoor dining spaces. It is PERFECT for family friendly dining and hosting large groups.

sunshine social, sunshine west

Sunshine Social has a new chef in town! The former chef from Station Hotel in Footscray has bought into the business and this bbq and burger joint has a new menu you MUST try.

jack b nimble, maidstone

Jack B Nimble, Jack be quick, Mamma gives this cafe a REALLY big TICK! This is one of those cafes that ticks ALL of the boxes. Fantastic food, outdoor area with kids play space, the sweetest staff and great fit out.

little growling cafe, mambourin

A wonderful cafe for kids! There is lots of space, high chairs, outside dining and a bit of grass for toddlers to trundle over. Plus, it’s right by an ENORMOUS playground! What else do we need?

lola cafe, seddon

There’s no better cafe to head to on a rainy Melbourne day with the little ones. Tuck into a cozy spot and relax with an all day menu, kids menu, while the children play in the kids corner with toys, books, blackboard and chairs.

innerbloom, spotswood

Great food, relaxed cafe and an enclosed dining space with a kids play zone - this is all Mamma needs! Cafe + Pay = Happy Mamma.

the store, deans marsh

This is a general store, cafe, takeaway, local produce and bottle shop all rolled into one and folks come from ALL over the area to catch up with friends and dine on some yummy fresh food.

duchess of spotswood, spotswood

This place has been a Mamma fave for years! The waffles are awesome and the service is excellent - making the Duchess of Spotswood a right royal treat fit for the family. The play area out the back makes this place even better.

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.

cheeky chewies 2 cafe, werribee

A kid-friendly cafe featuring Western and Asian cuisine, with an indoor mini playcentre for the little kids. Open for breakfast and lunch, Cheeky Chewies is a great family friendly addition to Werribee! Eat and Play!

fig & walnut, seddon

This has to be one of the prettiest cafes in the west. A few years old now but with some fantastic new owners, a new menu and some gorgeous updates means you must come back to visit. oh don’t forget about the cubby and play area.

lazat malaysian restaurant, sunshine

A fab place to eat with a play area! Delicious food, relaxed dining, enclosed space with a playground. What more could Mamma ask for? This restaurant has been serving up a great deal of tasty food for happy families for many years, and the playground is a great feature for fun dining in.

the hideout coffee lounge, woodend

What an awesome spot! Woodend is such a cool little town in its own right and it’s also the perfect pit-stop on the way to and from lots of other great places and we love the great little play area for the kids.

the feasting shed, werribee

Feast your eyes on THIS place! The Feasting Shed is much more than a cafe folks!

mr. spriggins at funtopia, maidstone

Did you know that 'Spriggins' is Jack and the Beanstalks surname! So, it makes sense to name the Funtopia's cafe after him given the a huge climbing Beanstalk. Clever!

la porchetta, altona meadows

Oh and then there is the added bonus of a playground. Love!

cheeky chewies cafe, laverton

Attention Mammas… Do you like Asian Western food? And do you like a café that has a dedicated kids play area? Well, if this is you, then get down to Cheeky Chewies café in Laverton!

the backyard est 2016, newport

The Backyard est 2016 has an AMAZING backyard and INCREDIBLE food and plenty of space for a play out the back.

kiosk d'asporto, williamstown beach

Goodness Mamma! The food, the view, the coffee....Mamma LOVES this place

millars, lara

This lovely cafe in Lara definitely had families like yours and Mamma's in mind...a fresh, friendly and tasty cafe smack bang next to a fantastic playground.

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