If you’re wanting something a little different for your next family lunch adventure, Lost Watering Hole in Lancefield is one to check out. Set right in the heart of town, this spacious brewery has an easy country charm that invites you to slow down, settle in and stay awhile. With little kids packs and an amazing menu for little ones, they'll be occupied for a while so you can enjoy your brews!
Read MoreYou know Mamma has a soft spot for a classic country pub — and Pig and Whistle in Trentham is exactly that and more. Inside, it’s beautifully set up for families, with a pool table, thoughtful little play area with toys and colouring. Outside you'll find spacious beer garden is perfect for long, lazy lunches, complete with open fire pits, and a playground with swings and monkey bars. Perfection!
Read MoreLooking for a brunch spot that has yummy food options that are a little cooler than your basic bites, that’s also super cute, and has a kids menu? Check out O’Hey Cafe in Coburg!
Read MoreIf you’re looking for a traditional Greek feast for the whole family with tasty fresh dishes and gluten free, vegan and kids options, then you can’t go past Yassas The Greek Way.
Read MoreIn the running for Melbourne's best cheesecake, Kreme Dessert and Acai Bar is the home of this delicious family recipe, plus warm scoopable cookie, acai and more yummy desserts.
Read MoreThe burgers are how good? GOOD GOOD! With patties smashed to perfection and the juiciest fried chicken, it’s not hard to see why Good Good Burgers have been rated as one of the best in Melbourne.
Read MoreA French bakery with a twist, Simply Mike’s hits the Brunswick scene with their famous delicate and moist cinnamon scrolls, as well as other Parisian pastries and savoury delights.
Read MoreFreshly piped cannoli filled with trending custard flavours and paninis made nonna’s way are what you’ll find at this hidden Epping family cafe. Yummy Cannoli is your next stop for an Italian treat.
Read MoreElephant has landed in Moonee Ponds folks, and Mamma guarantees that it’s going to be your new local favourite. What makes the Moonee Ponds location extra special is its indoor AND outdoor play spaces — the little ones can dive straight into creative play with chalkboards, toys, a play kitchen and more! The menu is packed with Elephant favourites we’ve come to love, and some newbies too! Amazing!
Read MoreA local favourite for excellent coffee and brekkie, Caffe Spuntino in South Morang has stepped it up with an epic panini bar, loaded with the freshest fillings!
Read MoreGood food + a playground = the ultimate family win, and Grill’d in Eltham nails this combo. Enjoy healthy and delicious burgers while being able to watch the kiddos enjoying the indoor playground, with plenty of space and seating indoors and outside too!
Read MoreWith heaps of space for prams, an epic kids menu, and some of the best brunch food that Mamma has ever had, it’s easy to see why Sycamore Meadows is a loved Reservoir regular
Read MoreMr Walker ticks the box for an epic cafe that’s great to enjoy both with or without the kiddos. With an impressive menu of fresh dishes, plus their signature breakfast burrito and unique coffee creations, you’ll be back to this spot over and over!
Read MoreThis small-batch patisserie in Preston is baking up some winners when it comes to cinnamon scrolls, fluffy donuts, fresh bagels and pretzels, and so much more. Stop in to HazelBark for a coffee and pastry, and you’ll find yourself coming back time and time again to try everything from their rotating menu of delicious goods!
Read MoreBrother Hen is a local favourite in the North West — chooks, charm, and truly delicious food. Yes, you read correctly - actual chickens happily clucking away in their coop, bringing pure joy to every little visitor. The breaky menu is full of heavy hitters: smashed avo and an amazing breaky board, as is the lunch with burgers and bao buns. For the little people, the kids’ menu is huge too!
Read MoreIt’s no secret that Mamma loves a cafe/playground combo, and District 35 folks is an absolute gem - the perfect place for your next family adventure or catch up with some friends. This place delicious food, fantastic service, with a bike track and GATED playground - yes, you heard right! With grab and go icecreams, and a kids menu that your minis will love, Mamma says check out District 35!
Read MoreThis new halal hot spot is serving up fries loaded with pastrami, juicy chicken katsu sandwiches, sucuk toasties, and all of your iced drink faves like strawberry matcha and mont blanc. There’s also plenty of space to enjoy your freshly made goodies, here at Sahara’s Deli Melts in Campbellfield
Read MoreThe viral ‘lemon sorbet in a lemon’ now has a home in Carlton! With a variety of fresh and zesty sorbet flavours served inside a huge lemon or orange, this is definitely a spot that will be in your summer rotation
Read MoreWolf Cafe has opened up a brand new spot in Coolaroo and it’s huge! Perfect for a mamma brunch catch-up or family spread, with an extensive all-day menu and kids menu, delicious drinks, and decadent desserts.
Read MoreThe cool new kid on the block, GRB Drive-Thru in Campbellfield fills our tummies with the most delicious and fresh manoush, topped with zataar, sujuk, cheese and more, as well as warm cheesy kaak, freshly made juices and smoothies, acai bowls, matcha soft serve, and more!
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