witchmount estate cellar door and wine bar, bonnie brook

witchmount estate cellar door and wine bar, bonnie brook

Witchmount Estate Winery is everything we love about wineries - a gorgeous family friendly space, with an open grassy outdoor area, surrounded by vines, with delicious food and of course, incredible wines. This is a relaxed and welcoming winery where you can bring the family and the pooch! You can drop in for a or grab some lunch and eat at the picnic tables. They often have live music too!

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del rios winery, anakie

del rios winery, anakie

Del Rios Winery is a spectacular, family-owned vineyard and restaurant nestled on the slopes of the extinct Mt Anakie volcano. From the restaurant or decks (in the warmer weather), take in the stunning view of the vineyards, farmlands, and the vast expanse leading towards Geelong and beyond. This spot offers a classy yet relaxed setting for a delicious lunch - truly breathtaking.

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nans bakehouse, footscray

nans bakehouse, footscray

Mamma has found yet ANOTHER new local favourite!

You can’t help but feel excited when you walk into Nan’s Bakehouse. The aroma hits you immediately - that perfect mixture of coffee and treats will instantly divert your eyes to see what’s available on the counter.

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say cheese, footscray

say cheese, footscray

Say Cheese is Footscray’s newest deli cafe specialising in subs and sangas. The Westie locals behind it have set up shop in a storefront inside Trocadero Arcade. Seek and ye shall find - and what a find! This is a great spot if you are hungry and happen to not have a hankering for bánh mì or phở. Here you’ll find a selection of top quality cured meats and vegan meat, cheeses, salads and sauces jammed between delicious sourdough rolls, made fresh to order.

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dragon hot pot, footscray

dragon hot pot, footscray

Dragon Hot Pot is unlike any hot pot Mamma has been before. Here, you pick a pot (as many pots as you want, actually) and then select your ingredients with the tongs provided. Choose your noodles, proteins and veggies. Take it to the counter and you select a broth then pay by weight and they bring it to your table. So easy!

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chingu korean bbq, sunshine

chingu korean bbq, sunshine

Every suburb deserves a Korean BBQ joint, and now Sunshine finally has one. As with all Korean BBQ, sets are the way to go and at Chingu there are 2 people and 4 people sets. Choose from wagyu, beef, pork or mixed sets and order sides like kimchi soup, cheesy corn, dumplings and bibimbap. Of course, pickles and dips are on tap. Yum!

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the station hotel, footscray

the station hotel, footscray

The Station Hotel in Footscray is such an incredible family friendly pub in Melbourne's West. Not only is the food EXCELLENT, the space is too - warm and comforting inside with dining area and bar area, but outside is a huge space complete with a NEW playground! PLUS kids eat free on Tuesday and Wednesdays, and they have a petting zoo each Sunday, with the option of a Sunday Roast - amazing!

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leroys, newport

leroys, newport

Leroy’s is arguably one of the most popular cafes in Melbourne’s West - with amazing food, indoor and outdoor seating and the play area out the back it ticks ALL the boxes for families - and Westies in general! The staff are always friendly at this Newport cafe - the menu is amazing, and you know you will leave full and happy!

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little teapot cafe and play, lara

little teapot cafe and play, lara

Little Teapot Cafe in Lara is amazing! They have TWO outdoor play areas, one with a mini race track, a wooden boat, and a chalk board, the OTHER outdoor play space has a gorgeous cubby house under an even more gorgeous Golden Elm, with colourful tyres for balancing, some play equipment and a large shaded table to relax and enjoy your lunch. PLUS an indoor and enclosed playspace for the little littlies with toys!

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