paddock bakery, geelong
/Calling all Creme Brûlée lovers - have you ever tried a Creme Brûlée donut?? Well, Mamma has at Geelong’s NEWEST bakery The Paddock and all we can say is WOW!
Read MoreCalling all Creme Brûlée lovers - have you ever tried a Creme Brûlée donut?? Well, Mamma has at Geelong’s NEWEST bakery The Paddock and all we can say is WOW!
Read MoreWow Mammas - have you ever seen a cheese bar that operates like a sushi train?! Well… you and your little ones are absolutely going to love Splatters Cheese Bar in Geelong! As soon as you step inside, you’ll know you're in for a treat! Brie, creamy camembert, cheddar, even chilli varieties with jams and crackers - get ready for a cheese feast! We love the cheese train in Geelong.
Read MoreSmokehouse 720 is seriously next level - Mamma thinks it’s an absolute essential for the meat lovers out there!
Located in Bacchus Marsh, this Texan BBQ restaurant and saloon bar is a little piece of American heaven on earth. Low and Slow Texan BBQ…YES!
Read MoreCreme de la Creme Patisserie in Spotswood absolutely lives up to its name - it is FANTASTIC and Mamma thinks you need to check it out!
Mamma promises that you will be in pastry heaven the minute you walk in. The shop firstly is absolutely beautiful - the decor and the delicious goodies immediately catch your eye.
Grazeland is amazing and Mamma is loving it! People are heading to Spotswood in the Western suburbs from all over Melbourne to soak up the atmosphere here at Grazeland and of course enjoy some fantastic dining options, live music and views! Oh and the Jungle Hangout play area for kiddos! There is plenty of undercover outdoor seating too. Grazeland is fantastic - we love it!
Read MoreIf you need an excuse to visit Grazeland then this is perfect. From July 4 - July 20 the amazing team at Grazeland in Spotswood invite you to embrace the cold as they have added some extra layers to the Grazeland experience! Snap a pic in front of the neon lights, dance under the falling snow and warm up with a mulled wine by the fire, all while enjoying some live music and amazing food!
Read MoreMamma LOVES some Hecho en Mexico in Altona! How can you not love the tasty Mexican food, large colourful space AND back area with kids’ play section! Oh with great outdoor seating too - where you can also see one of the best beaches in Melbourne’s West.
Read MoreWowee Mammas, the Ball Court Hotel in Sunbury is back after a HUGE renovation and we are here for it! With an upgraded bistro, brand new beer garden and playground, kids activities and half price meals on a Sunday, the Ball Court Hotel is just the perfect place to catch up with family and friends in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
Read MoreThis is the kind of place we call a Mamma Jackpot! A stunning cafe that is family friendly, a great vibe, delicious food AND has a playground!
Barwon Edge is relatively new, and the cafe section is the latest casual dining addition to the restaurant. Mamma LOVES the picnic rugs with mini tables you can choose to sit at outside, but there is also seating indoors and up on the higher level.
Delicious food, great service and superb coffee.
We have been passing by the construction of this lovely building here in Newport for a few months now, watching and waiting….now 28 Mason is open for coffee, brekkie and lunch!
There is a great vibe here with a few cosy tables and bench/barstool seating inside and Mamma loves the heated outdoor section.
The menu has some delicious options for brekkie, with favourites like fritters and smashed avo among them. The coffee is smooth and strong, from Woolshed roasters in Geelong (Love Westie folks supporting West!)
The Newport cafe scene is strong and 28 Mason fits right in perfectly with the standard set in Newport.
the nitty gritty
28 Mason St
Newport
Open 7 days
Mondy - Friday
6am - 3pm
Weekends
7am - 3pm
mamma’s special mentions: Mamam LOVES Paine Reserve in Newport for a play.
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St Burgs, known as the home of Melbourne’s original smash patties, offers amazing burgers with a Filipino flair in a cool, industrial setting. The menu features sensational beef, chicken, fish, and veggie burgers, plus original Filipino dishes. They also have a kids' burger meal with chips and juice.
The guys here not only deliver incredible house made fresh bread but they are also serving up some of the best pastries in the west. Where do we begin?
Read MoreFairly new to the Footscray food precinct is a lovely homely Latin American eatery - Papelon. Think of a colourful, cosy, cheerful restaurant full of happy, relaxed diners tucking into large plates of wholesome South American foods.
Read MoreBurgers, fries, shakes and donuts - Maxiemoon Canteen is a dream for the kids with all of their favourites on offer!
Maxiemoon has a great vibe - you’ll immediately love this place from the moment you walk in. Open 7 days a week for you to order breaky or lunch - Mamma promises that you won’t be disappointed whichever you choose.
Read MoreMoondog Wild West in Footscray is HUGE! Boasting 3 floors with a rooftop beer garden area, pool tables, booth seating, live music Fridays and Saturdays, arcade games - and wait for it - a mechanical bull arena - you and the family are guaranteed a fun time at this fantastic eatery.
Read MoreMamma was so impressed by the quality of the food at this new Braybrook cafe. Incredibly simple yet oh-so-delicious toasties and pastries are on offer, as well as great coffee and other beverages.
Read MoreThese guys specialise in not only burgers - they do awesome fries, shakes, and wings too. What more could you ask for!
Read MoreMamma - next time you’re in Daylesford, you need to put Larder on your list for breakfast or lunch! This cute as a button cafe is a must when we visit the Main Street of Daylesford.
Read MoreChocoholics this way! The Chocolate Mill in Daylesford is the place if you have a sweet tooth!
The aroma when you walk into The Chocolate Mill is just divine. Spend some time watching the live Belgian chocolate making demos and you’ll definitely feel like a taste test or two.
Read MoreMamma loves 3030 Waterfront at Wyndham Harbour. How does great food, pizza and drinks on the harbour sound? With water views, the bay breeze and city views! Sounds pretty perfect to Mamma! With slow-cooked comfort dishes paired with a baby pizza, and fresh seasonal flavours on the menu, like Portarlington mussels and oysters, you'll be guaranteed a fantastic time when you visit!
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