Kid Friendly Cafes in Melbourne's West including, Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay, Brimbank and Wyndham. Happy River Cafe, Leroys, Jellybread, Butcher 128, Shadowfax and more
What a hidden secret garden gem! The Gardeners Apothecary has just opened up in Altona North (just in behind The Fabric sales suite) and what a spot it is!
Kemi has created a space that is welcoming and comfortable, bright and secluded. A perfect spot for a coffee and pastry.
Read MoreIf crispy fried chicken is your love language, Newport has a new spot to know about! Stuckeys Fried Chicken has landed on Hall Street, bringing all of Mamma’s favourites! Think crunchy chicken, loaded sandwiches, golden chips and plenty of sauces for dipping - basically the kind of casual feed the whole family can get around. There’s a kids meal with a crispy chicken strip, chips and sauce too!
Read MoreCafe Botticelli in Geelong is seriously set up for families, with a big outdoor space where your little ones can burn off some energy while you sit back with a coffee and enjoy your breakfast or lunch. The kids have a cubby house, hopscotch, chalk boards and loads of grass space, plus their own play equipment complete with a slide, ropes and rock climbing. Oh, the food and coffee is fab too!
Read MoreGelato Messina has finally arrived in Geelong! Yes, the cult deliciousness that is the Messina brand has set up shop in Little Malop Street. It’s first regional store - and really the only one in the WEST (what Mamma claims as west!)
Read MoreOpen for breakfast and lunch - Anaia Cafe in Melbourne's West is excellent with beautiful food, attentive service, and a great location, all at great value. Families are welcomed with ample seating, a kids' menu, a kids play area, 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 MoreMamma is definitely a sucker for some dessert artistry and that is exactly what you will get at Le Yeahllow in Docklands.
Read MoreDiscover Birdcage Café in Altona’s Harrington Square for excellent coffee, pancakes, shakshuka and kiddo cupcakes, with sunny seating and a private courtyard.
Read MoreThe much-loved Sourdough Kitchen has opened its third bakery in Altona, joining its popular locations in Seddon and Williamstown.
Read MoreCheck out Wembley food and coffee, a new family-friendly cafe in Yarraville serving handmade spanakopita, Greek-inspired dishes, homemade cakes and great coffee.
Read MoreThere’s a new era happening on Watton Street, with Teddys Bakehouse bringing a fresh new take on the Aussie bakehouse to the strip! Formerly known as Teddy Picker, the spot has swapped the bar for the oven and is now all about single-origin coffee, breaky, brunch, lunch and plenty of seriously good pastries all baked in-house. Make sure you add Teddys Bakehouse to your Westie brunch list folks!
Read MoreThe historic Portarlington Grand Hotel on the Bellarine Peninsula in Melbourne's West has completed her full make over recently and it is STUNNING. This old girl has been transformed from an old tired institution to the jewel of Portarlington. The menu is full of favourites and it is sooo tasty - Portarlington is famous for its mussels so Mamma says you must try them! Such an amazing place to enjoy with friends and family.
Read MoreSapore has quickly become a favourite on the Charles Street dining scene, and it's easy to see why. This bright, welcoming café has nailed the balance between a stylish brunch spot and a genuinely family-friendly destination. With plenty of room, a relaxed atmosphere and a dedicated function space, it's the kind of place you'll happily settle into for breakfast, lunch or a catch-up with friends.
Read MoreDiscover Smokey Soul in West Footscray for delicious smoked meats, loaded sides, homemade cookies and a relaxed diner-style dining experience that's perfect for lunch or dinner.
Read MoreWhether you’re catching up with friends, treating the family to brunch or simply chasing a really good coffee, Mamma says 8 Oaks in Sunbury ticks every box. With a menu full of classics, plenty of creative twists and a beautiful space that’s welcoming for families, this is one café you’ll be planning to visit again before you’ve even left.
Read MoreMamma has a top ten list of life's greatest loves and we're not exaggerating when we say pizza, tiramisu and coffee all rank very…very high on that list. So you can imagine just how excited we are now Siora Alimenti & Tiramisu has opened its doors in Seddon, serving up the perfect trio.
Read MoreWoodfrog Bakery in Williamstown, located inside the Coles complex. Grab freshly baked sourdough, pastries, chocolate babka, bagels, fruit buns, date scones and more. Perfect for breakfast or a bakery stop while shopping.
Read MoreDiscover Jock & Mack in Hoppers Crossing – a local favourite for brunch, Axil coffee, fluffy ricotta pancakes and their famous fresh-baked cinnamon scrolls available every Friday and Saturday.
Read MoreDiscover The Hungry Farmer in Werribee South. Enjoy fresh local produce, Greek-inspired food, homemade treats, great coffee and warm hospitality at this westie favourite.
Read MoreMamma loves to visit the brand new cafe at Goona Warra Estate in Sunbury - a stunning winery estate surrounded by beautiful vineyards you and the little ones can wander through, now with a coffee in hand. There’s plenty of outdoor space, high chairs available, fabulous food, a monthly colouring competition where one lucky mini wins a cookie, and a free mini golf area for the little ones!
Read MoreA brand new gluten free bakery has opened in Altona! Discover fresh breads, pastries, pies and sweet treats at Gluten Free 4 U Altona on Pier Street - perfect for coeliac and gluten intolerant families.
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.
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