An urban garden cafe oasis that has become a Footscray institution - I mean it’s no wonder Mamma and other Westie locals love to visit Rudimentary time and time again. You can easily come several times a year to enjoy the seasonal changes - both on the menu and in the garden.

In high summer, watch the rainbow lorikeets squawk and peck out the seeds from the sunflowers, and in winter, snatch a spot in the sun as you gaze at the bees dancing their way around the hive.

Rudimentary Footscray Cafe Local Hangout Outdoor Seating Veggie Garden Melbourne West

Here, there is plenty of room to move, indoor an outdoor seating, and a bike rack - oh, and it’s dog friendly AND has a kids menu.

This place is always the top of the ‘best eats’ lists in Footscray - with a seasonal menu, onsite veggie garden and heavenly coffee - its definitely one of the westie’s besties!