a pinch of joy, glen iris
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It’s not often a Mamma gets to sit down and read the paper whilst enjoying a cuppa, so when you get the chance you take it!
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the prince of yazh, dandenong
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Mammas of Dandenong, if the family loves Sri Lankan flavours and spice then it’s time to pop The Prince of Yazh (pronounced “yarl”) on your list! This is the quintessential family run restaurant , with a husband and wife duo at the helm, mum in the kitchen and a 3 year old daughter aka “The Boss” working the floor - Prince of Yazh is the place you go when you want a home cooked meal you didn’t have to cook yourself.
Read Morebirdie cup eatery, scoresby
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Hidden in the backstreets of Scoresby, what was once a milkbar, has now been transformed into a stylish cafe with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Read Moreswitch and sip cafe, templestowe
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Mamma’s…..we have a new one! Play cafes are some of the best places in the world according to this Mamma.
Read Moreel jannah, bayswater north
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El Jannah has just popped up in the East and Mamma is pretty excited. Mamma must agree, their charcoal chicken is legendary.
Read Morenancy eatery, pakenham
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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.
Read Morejuliette coffee and bread, ringwood east
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Mamma can’t get enough of the chicken baguettes and the apple crumble tarts are delicious.
Read Moreeugene's, wantirna
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Everyone wants a local cafe like Eugene’s. One where the crew all know your name and you’re welcomed with open arms. Eugene’s is a classic hidden treasure. Tucked in the corner of the Wantirna Mall, this place is perfect for a weekend brunch, a takeaway coffee or an all-in family breakfast.
Read Morepetite by matilda, mont albert north
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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’.
Read Moredandenong pavilion, dandenong
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Mammas! If you’re in search of a restaurant, perfect for that large celebratory dinner or a quick mid week feed when cooking at home feels like *too much* - Dandenong Pavilion is THE place.
Read Morekōri ice cream, hawthorn
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We LOVE finding sweet treats that are a little more special than usual. Kōri Ice Cream on Glenferrie Road in Hawthorn fits this one to a tee! The ice cream here is Japanese inspired but imagined and created right here in Melbourne.
Read Moremeno zero, doncaster east
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If your family loves a sweet treat served in a cone, or even a quick afternoon treat in the warmer months, this dessert bar is something else! Meno Zero know their desserts and they never ever disappoint. The freezers are full of gelato and in some pretty amazing flavours.
Read Morepanton hill hotel, panton hill
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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.
Read Moreramsay gardens cafe, vermont south
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This cafe is cute and quirky and like nothing Mamma has seen before. A garden-style cafe with animals everywhere you look
Read Moredark horse on the brit, mitcham
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Where do all the Mitchamites head for bunch on the weekend? Dark Horse on the Brit … of course! This family friendly dining spot is always pumping out great food and full of happy patrons.
Read Morebob's your uncle cafe, doncaster east
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Hungry? Thirsty? Well just head to this cafe and Bob’s your Uncle!
Read Moreblackwork, croydon
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A local that hit the spot - Blackwork in Croydon. This beautiful cafe is opposite Croydon Cinemas on Hewish Road and are currently serving up great food and coffee.
Read Moreproximal coffee, lilydale
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The brains behind the brews is Evan - local barista turned coffee roaster. Now he as stepped out from behind the machine at Locavore and now into his very own roastery, at the back of the newly renovated studio. Here is where all the coffee magic happens in this beautiful space. You can purchase beans, sample the filtered coffee or just chat all things espresso.
Read Morelocavore studio, lilydale
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Locavore has become an absolute staple in the Lilydale Main Street and they have just upped the game with a brilliant new renovation with the addition of the providore and the resident coffee king - Proximal - opening their very own roastry at the back.
Read Morecubbyhouse canteen, armadale
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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!
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