When it comes to an enjoyable family dining experience we have a few spots right here - inside and outside - with the mamma trifecta of great food, great service and a space for the kids. Play Plus Food = a happy family which of course = a happy Mamma.

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crest cafe, wantirna

Crest Cafe is still serving up the goods and it comes in the form of happy tummies and entertained toddlers! This local gem, once the Crestdale Milkbar, has kept some of that old school charm while dishing out top-notch brekkies and brunches.

helen's hill estate, coldstream

Bring on the beautiful weather and long lazy weekends full of friends, great food and some delicious drops! Helen’s Hill in Coldstream ticks ALL the boxes for an ideal venue for a family catch up in the Yarra Valley.

harrow and harvest, lilydale

There has been a magnificent transformation to this stunning church in Lilydale - and it is super kid friendly!

warran glen nursery and cafe, warrandyte

Warran Glen ain't just a nursery. It has the most amazing shop, filled to the brim with gift ideas AND a darn fine cafe up on the hill.

station street cafe, nunawading

Freshly renovated with a cozy, homely vibe, this spot is a dream for mammas looking for a chill place to relax. There’s loads of space and seating, and a fab big table perfect for catching up with the whole crew at Station Street Cafe in Nunawading.

stamford park homestead, rowville

The Stamford Park Homestead used to be the ‘country home’ of the Row family back in the 1880s and now, after years of tender loving care, it is back to its best and open for all of us to enjoy.

naughty or nice cafe, ringwood

We all love a cafe with a kids corner, it can be the difference between a hectic brunch and a nice relaxing one.

the cribb cafe, lilydale

Every now and then a cafe will open its doors and hit the nail on the head for catering for families and young families. The CriBB Cafe in Lilydale has done that. A warm, welcoming space with plenty of room for kids to be themselves in a safe area, all while Mamma can sit and enjoy her coffee.

mr grumpy, mulgrave

Grumpy by name but joyful by nature, this Mulgrave favourite is more than meets the eye. From the street, you would never guess Mr Grumpy’s Cafe was as large or as cheerful as it is. Mamma and the fam were certainly surprised to find out just how far back the undercover, heated courtyard stretched.

yarra valley grand hotel, yarra glen

There is a lot to love about your local pub! Especially when she is a grand old lady just like the Yarra Valley Grand Hotel.

fairy cafe with true fairies, croydon

Mamma is a huge fan of this amazing group of women who run this magical space in Croydon. True Fairies magical museum and fantasy café, provide high tea, host private parties, cater for tour and school groups, sell magical products, offer special events and school holiday programs.

blondie’s kafe, officer

With a number of playgrounds around the Officer area, Blondie’s Kafe is the perfect spot for Mamma to stop by for a coffee or even grab one on the go from the coffee window. But wait … there’s more - our favourite this is the small toddler play area outside and they provide colouring for the kids to enjoy.

switch and sip cafe, templestowe

Mamma’s…..we have a new one! Play cafes are some of the best places in the world according to this Mamma.

nancy eatery, pakenham

Nancy is the perfect complement to the homewares outlet. With airy ceilings and gorgeous decor - including the ceramic light fixtures above the coffee counter - the cafe is pretty darn perfect.

petite by matilda, mont albert north

It’s Matilda… just a little bit smaller! Petite is the sister version of our favourite lady, Matilda Mont Albert. Same yummy coffee, incredible food - even the same crew - but this version is all about the ‘to-go’.

panton hill hotel, panton hill

Matched with cold beer on tap, a kitchen busting out hot pub-grub and enough room for all of our mates, the Panton Hill Hotel is a perfect country style pub.

cubbyhouse canteen, armadale

This little treasure is a clubhouse made for little ones, and boy do they know what little kids like! Just check out that babycino! Cubbyhouse Canteen found in the leafy streets of Armadale is a family favourite!

auburn hotel, hawthorn east

This long standing local gem has undergone a serious glow up! The Auburn Hotel has renovated the old motor garage next door, turning the space into a delightful atrium style Pavilion and adjoining beer garden. And they’ve really ticked the family-friendly box with a multi-level playground so parents can sit back and enjoy a sunny afternoon while the kiddos run wild.

punt road wines, coldstream

Mamma often gets asked - where is a great winery in the Yarra Valley that I can take the kids. Right here - Punt Road Wines! This beautiful cellar door is totally family friendly and an incredible spot to sample amazing cool-climate wines.

healesville hotel, healesville

Talk about perfect. The Healesville Hotel has had a refresh and Mamma’s favourite addition… the family friendly backyard. Plop yourself down at one of the many outdoor picnic tables under the market umbrellas and the canopy of elm trees and may yourself at home.

the carriage cafe, seville

The Carriage Cafe is exactly what the name suggests - a cafe in a 100 year old carriage situated alongside the Warburton rail trail, paying great respect to the history of the area. Choose your seat in the dining carriage or sit on the balcony and watch the trail buzz on by.

studley park boat house, kew

It’s a classic eastie destination and it’s BACK! Studley Park Boathouse is THE place to be this spring and there a multiple ways you can enjoy this revamped and reimagined space.

fordham’s milk bar, camberwell

Feel like traveling back in time a little. To the days when you saved all your pocket money to splurge on lollies at the milk bar? Or maybe when you were sent down to the shop for a can of fizzy drink? Well you can do this PLUS enjoy a beautiful meal at Milkboy on Fordham’s.

stomping ground brewery & beer hall, collingwood

Beer, beer and more moreish BEER! This vast warehouse has been converted into a pretty cool beer hall and dining space and Mamma loves it!

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king's cafe, warragul

Parents, dream do really come true. There are cafes in the world where the kids have safe places to play, get out in the outdoors AND you can have a coffee all at the same time!

noojee hotel, noojee

The Nooj Pub is famous. In a tiny town, mid way from Yarra Junction to Mt Baw Baw, this place is the heart of it all and been here for nearly 100 years. All weekend the kitchen churns out hearty aussie pub meals served with a huge chunk of country hospitality.

hard road brewing, bayswater

Hard Road Brewing in Bayswater is a local brewery with a kids play area. With over 20 beers on tap, wine, spirits and a kids play area it's great. They serve up pizzas and often have food trucks out the front as well as live music events.

the coffee pot play cafe, bayswater

Another amazing indoor/outdoor play area for your little ones, and a really lovely and welcoming cafe for you, Mamma, to enjoy your coffee.

the alpine hotel, warburton

You can’t go past a pub meal when you have hungry kids in the car and a weekend adventure to complete. The Alpine Hotel in Warburton offer amazing food and great spaces to enjoy it.

the trail cafe, mount evelyn

Mamma just LOVES The Trail Cafe! With kids play areas both inside and out as well as delicious food, what’s not to love?

red gum cafe, templestowe

Red Gum Cafe in Templestowe is an excellent spot for a mamma catch up. With both indoor and outdoor play areas for the little ones, you can enjoy your coffee and lunch. Outside is a sandpit, slide, swing, jeep and music wall, inside is dolls, books, trains, imaginary play and loads of table space and high chairs.

bonfire station brewery and farmstay, taggerty

Paradise in a paddock - that is what Mamma has uncovered at Bonfire Station in Taggerty. This absolute gem is found in Taggerty. The Station is open on Sundays for beers and pizza - some of the best we have ever had!

anvil brewing co, mansfield

There is nothing quite like an ice cold beer, a slice of beer and a place for the kids to play after they’ve spent some time in the car. Anvil Brewing Co hits the perfect spot at their family friendly brewery and restaurant in Mansfield.

the hub play cafe, boronia

The Hub Play Cafe in Boronia is just perfect for Melbourne weather. There is an amazing outdoor play area that boasts a sandpit and a wooden fire truck that fits both Mamma’s little ones! If the weather turns bad, never fear Melburnian Mamma's, The Play Hub Cafe also has toys inside.

cafe on the park, bayswater north

What could be better than a Cafe next to a park? A cafe that helps give back to the community. Cafe on the Park in Bayswater North does exactly that.

lulabelles, camberwell

Mamma loves going to Lulabelle’s. It is the perfect spot for coffee with friends….want to know why? It’s super kid friendly! You’ll realize this as soon as you get there by the big teddy bears sitting outside waving to the cars.

rapture, ferntree gully

A cafe layout with kids in mind is ALWAYS a winner in Mamma's eyes!

the pig and whistle, olinda

The Pig and Whistle has been a family favourite for years and even now with littles one in tow - it still hits all the right spots!

quarters @ hubert estate, coldstream

Mamma KNOWS you love a family friendly winery and a day out in the gorgeous Yarra Valley!

missing gorilla, eltham

This Wine Bar, Cafe & Beer Garden in Eltham is HUGE and it has one of the best KIDS PLAY AREAS Mamma has ever seen!

earthly pleasures cafe, belgrave

Is it a magical castle? Is it the home of a mystical wizard? NOPE - it’s Earthly Pleasures Cafe and it is such a BEAUTIFUL place to meet for a meal!

micawber tavern, belgrave

Micawber Tavern is certainly a family friendly pub treasure found on the cusp of the forest in the Dandenong Ranges. This beautiful wooden building is a wonderful watering hole that caters for the entire family.

kaiju cantina, huntingdale

Mamma can’t decide what is better - the cool paintings on the wall, the great tasting beer OR the cool van-slash-kid magnet at the NEW Kaiju Cantina! These magical ingredients work so well together, making the brewery space a great place to visit with the family.

tram xpresso, mt evelyn

There is a NEW … and old … tram in Mt Evelyn. Tram Xpresso has opened in front of the Mt Evelyn Garden Centre on York Road. This classic Melbourne W Class rattler has been restored and lovingly located out in the east.

bam bam italian, avonsleigh

Bam Bam thank you Ma'am. This place is putting Avonsleigh on the map!

lil' ray, blackburn north

Hello SUNSHINE! Lil’ Ray is the cutest little cafe that is in the perfect location and with all the things we LOVE

gather food coffee and co @ wilson botanic park, berwick

Every great outdoor adventure is made that little bit better when there is cafe food on offer! Gather Food Coffee and Co is found over looking the Anniversary Lake at Wilson Botanic Park in Berwick.

the orchard at montague, narre warren north

Well Montague Orchard - you are all sorts of stunning! This huge orchard found in Narre Warren North is a wonderful place to take the family.

miss lucy, blackburn

This new, kid friendly eatery is going to be a fam favourite in the Whitehorse area.

rotary tram cafe, diamond creek

So we love a coffee-slash-cookie date. We love heading to the park. We love all kinds of fun transport. Mamma is proud to present you with ALL THREE! The Rotary Tram Cafe at Diamond Creek is a triple WINNER!

conservatory cafe at wyreena, croydon

The Conservatory Cafe is a local Croydon favourite - especially for the Mamma's looking for a space for the kiddies to run around.

payne's rise, seville

Kid friendly and stacked with heritage is what you will find as you head up the hill to Payne’s Rise.

yarra valley chocolaterie, yarra glen

Chocoholics must stop here! A chocolate factory with a cafe menu that is out of this world. Mamma's kind of heaven!

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yarrawood estate, yarra glen

The views at the Estate are breathtaking!

blueberry farm winery, badger creek

Blueberry lovers unite! Did you know there is a whole farm dedicated to this delightful fruit?

bojak brewery, dandenong

How good is a cold, hand-crafted pale ale on a hot day? Or perhaps you’re more of a spritzer or locally-made gin person? Whatever your tipple - BoJack has you covered!

primary @ pioneers park, berwick

You can take Mamma out of her school but she can always find her way back to one! Primary @ Pioneers Park is an old school building turned into the next best thing - a CAFE!

now and not yet cafe, warrandyte

Mamma loves a place that has soul. Not and Not Yet has just that, and more. This eclectic cafe has the community as its backbone and a great cup of coffee in its heart!

nice buns, berwick

Nice Buns is the very BEST of all things YOMG - Yo My Goodnes. This innovative Melbourne based biz love to push the envelope with food, dining and stack of fun.