Kid Friendly Cafes in Melbourne's West including, Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay, Brimbank and Wyndham. Happy River Cafe, Leroys, Jellybread, Butcher 128, Shadowfax and more
The Boathouse is a local Maribyrnong favourite - and Mamma can absolutely see why! There is truly nothing better than sitting out on The Boathouse deck with the kids on a hot summers night - taking in the serenity with the most delicious food. Fairytale-esque wooden tables, outdoor chairs and shady hanging trees make The Boathouse one of the best places for a summer drink in Melbourne's West.
Read MoreWoodend is lovely and if you need a reason to visit - you’ve got one! We are already planning to come back to Kuzu Izakaya.
Read MoreYes, a burger joint in the West serving up big, delicious, mouth-watering, American style, GOOD GOOD BURGERS!
Read MoreIf you are looking for a Mexican food fix - then get yourself ándale to Village Cantina in Werribee.
Read MoreWhoa Mamma. As soon as you walk into the beautifully renovated warehouse, you immediately know you are in for a great family dining experience. Campground Kitchen is serving delicious food with chilled-out family vibes and Mamma is loving it.
Read MoreTeddy’s also have the most amazing cocktails - a must-have during the summertime and we love the location of the garden area along the banks of the Werribee River under the beautiful trees.
Read MoreBola Bake is one of Melbourne’s hottest new cafes in the west - located right next to Essendon Fields.
Read MoreYum, yum, Cinnabuns! Make your way down to this amazing French bakery in Albion and grab yourself one of their delicate, fluffy buns surrounding big bombs of either Nutella or vanilla custard. Mamma also loves their cinnamon and coffee scrolls! Like all good bakeries in Melbourne’s West, these guys sell out like hot cakes so set your alarm so you don’t miss out! Enjoy your fresh French bakery items and coffee in their beautiful courtyard shaded by a grape vine, or out the front where a couple of Parisian-esc table and chairs for two sit on the footpath.
Read MoreYet ANOTHER great option for lunch or dinner in Portarlington. The NEW Food Park is a cute open air food park just a block in from the main street. With coffee and treats from Miss Buzz in the am, and food trucks, beer and cocktails in the PM.
Read MoreThe Portarlington Bakehouse is the PERFECT place to grab a bite to eat after a nice long walk along Portarlington beach and a play at the park!
Read MoreScotchmans Hill Winery in the Bellarine Peninsula is a STUNNING bistro with an outdoor space to enjoy a delicious meal too. This winery is less kid friendly than some others on the Bellarine - only because there is no kids menu, so it’s more suited to older kids and teenagers - otherwise ideal for a date day or time with friends. There is plenty of outdoor grassy space to relax and enjoy, with a charcuterie board and a glass of wine.
Read MoreEbi Fine Foods now has new owners and is a limited seating Japanese fusion restaurant. The kids will get a kick out of sitting at the bar and watching their orders be prepared then slide on over from the kitchen!
Read MoreThis is an amazing cafe with super friendly staff. There’s loads of bagel choices jam packed with incredible fillings, packets to buy and take home, wonderfully cute and little bakery treats, PLUS wonderful Greek food options!
Read MoreThis new cafe in Ballarat is totally amazing. Jaw dropping dishes - the sight of almost every single dish exiting the kitchen is astounding! Mamma and the kiddies were oooing and ahhhing at everything!
Read MoreEureka! Mamma hit gold! Lilly’s is a wonderful family friendly cafe - there is not only yummy food and a kids menu, there are plenty of board games to play and a relaxed dining atmosphere with plenty of seating. And best of all, the cafe is perched right next to a playground!
Read MoreA few years in the making this glorious corner cafe is beautiful in design, service and flavours. Mamma says a big westie welcome to Greenwich Deli in Newport.
We LOVE a super friendly neighbourhood cafe and this one in Sunshine fits the bill! Generous and tasty dishes with a kids menu too, high chairs, indoor and private courtyard seating.
Read MoreAt Casette, a new, local, proudly zero waste cafe, you get to taste the best of home grown food and fine flavours. It is absolutely divine food and a gorgeous setting.
Read MoreThis destination food truck has a new home. A dine-in section of Chai n Dosa has opened up, meaning you can enjoy the wonderful flavours of South Indian street food rain, hail or shine.
Read MoreCroissant? Nah, Mamma says you should try CroiXssant - a new pastry bakery with LOADS of UNIQUE croissant flavours. From eggplant parmigiana to martabak pocket (a spin off of an Indonesian pancake with ch-ch-ch-chocolate, cheddar and condensed milk - actually really yummy)!
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