When it comes to an enjoyable family dining experience we have a few spots right here with the mamma trifecta of great food, great service and an OUTDOOR PLAY AREA for the kids. Play Plus Food = a happy family which of course = a happy Mamma - if you need an INDOOR OPTION CLICK HERE

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elephant cafe, williamstown

The newest creation from the famous Westie cafe brand Elephant has arrived folks and Mamma can tell you, it’s a winner! The Elephant team have done an amazing job with this new venue. Situated in the heart of Williamstown on Ferguson Street. It has all the features you have come to expect and recognise from your favourite Elephant cafes in Newport and Footscray.

anglers tavern, maribyrnong

Well, Anglers Tavern have pulled out ALL the stops when creating an amazing space for family dining. This newly refurbished gem has a new lease on life and with its prime spot near the Maribyrnong River, this is going to be a favourite for many, many years to come.

the victoria hotel, yarraville

The Victoria Hotel on Hyde Street Yarraville has had a makeover! With indoor and outdoor play areas, and a new beer garden it is a fantastic family friendly pub. There is quite literally something for everyone here at The Victoria Hotel in Yarraville

grazeland melbourne, spotswood

Grazeland is amazing and Mamma is loving it! People are heading to Spotswood 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! Grazeland is fantastic - we love it!

ball court hotel, sunbury

Wowee Mammas, the Ball Court Hotel in Sunbury is back after a HUGE renovation and we are here for it! With an upgraded bistro and brand new beer garden, the Ball Court Hotel is just the perfect place to catch up with family and friends.

3030 waterfront at wyndham harbour

How does pizza and drinks on the harbour sound? With water views, the bay breeze AND city views! Sounds pretty perfect to Mamma! Welcome to the Waterfront at Wyndham Harbour!

eating station, ravenhall

Jackpot! Mamma feels like this is the foodie heaven she has been looking for! With fantastic food, a little fenced in outdoor play area, early opening hours, lovely coffee and great service too! What’s not to love about Eating Station!

mount pleasant rd brewers, belmont

Mamma’s found a new brewery taproom in Geelong and thinks you and your family need to check it out!Mt Pleasant Road Taproom located in the heart of Belmont is a great vibe, especially for lovers of good quality craft beer.

station hotel, footscray

This is such an incredible family friendly pub. Not only is the food EXCELLENT, the space is too - warm and comforting inside with dining area and bar area, but outside - well, listen up….out the back is a huge space complete with a NEW kids playground, and in the winter time they have fun igloos to keep you warm and cosy.

leroys, newport

Leroys is arguably one of the most popular cafes in the west - with amazing food, indoor & outdoor seating and the cubby house out the back it ticks ALL the boxes for families - and Westies in general!

nelly's at the pier, queenscliff

Nelly’s At The Pier in Queenscliff is a pet friendly, family based cafe with amazing food, drinks and a super relaxed atmosphere.

sunshine social, sunshine west

Sunshine Social has a new chef in town! The former chef from Station Hotel in Footscray has bought into the business and this bbq and burger joint has a new menu you MUST try.

the pint of milk, newport

The coffee here is an amazing drop, and the menu, kids menu and puppy menu features all your fave classic brekky and lunch options. The food is really amazing. And sweet treats are on offer too - like giant cookies and danishes. Oh, and the babycinos are incredible!

est. 1906, seddon

Mamma has been coming to this cafe on and off since 2015 and it continues to be a fave especially for people with little ones! The cafe boasts a toddler, pram and pooch-friendly courtyard with plenty of seating. There are well-loved toys for active kids to play with including some mobile toys to ride around on.

jack b nimble, maidstone

Jack B Nimble, Jack be quick, Mamma gives this cafe a REALLY big TICK! This is one of those cafes that ticks ALL of the boxes. Fantastic food, outdoor area with kids play space, the sweetest staff and great fit out.

little growling cafe, mambourin

A wonderful cafe for kids! There is lots of space, high chairs, outside dining and a bit of grass for toddlers to trundle over. Plus, it’s right by an ENORMOUS playground! What else do we need?

innerbloom, spotswood

Great food, relaxed cafe and an enclosed dining space with a kids play zone - this is all Mamma needs! Cafe + Pay = Happy Mamma.

the store, deans marsh

This is a general store, cafe, takeaway, local produce and bottle shop all rolled into one and folks come from ALL over the area to catch up with friends and dine on some yummy fresh food.

duchess of spotswood, spotswood

This place has been a Mamma fave for years! The waffles are awesome and the service is excellent - making the Duchess of Spotswood a right royal treat fit for the family. The play area out the back makes this place even better.

sadie black, albion

Tucked away in the delightful suburb of Albion, this cafe is a hot spot for locals and boasts a cute courtyard with a little kids patch.

little growling cafe and playground, tarneit

This is not just a cafe with a kids corner, this is a cafe with a HUGE connected, full scale, enclosed and amazing playground and mist garden.

migrant coffee, west footscray

This little cafe serves up alarmingly delicious New York bagels absolutely JAM PACKED with… well, whatever you like! Create your own masterpiece, or select one from their stellar lineup. Enjoy with a coffee or a mimosa - why not, it’s the weekend!

at the heads, barwon heads

When Mamma says this place is on the water she means it’s RIGHT ON the water! On The Heads sits on a gorgeous old jetty on the river at Barwon Heads.

lazat malaysian restaurant, sunshine

A fab place to eat with a play area! Delicious food, relaxed dining, enclosed space with a playground. What more could Mamma ask for? This restaurant has been serving up a great deal of tasty food for happy families for many years, and the playground is a great feature for fun dining in.

fifteen bar and cafe, diggers rest

Sit inside or out the front, and the kids can play in the fenced off area which also has TWO cubby houses and a huge sand pit or some sensory play. Everybody wins!

the backyard est 2016, newport

The Backyard est 2016 has an AMAZING backyard and INCREDIBLE food and plenty of space for a play out the back.

meerkat bistro and meerkat mayhem playspace, werribee open range zoo

Meerkat Bistro has always been a fave spot to drop into before and after we do some animal adventures at Werribee Open Range Zoo.

millars, lara

This lovely cafe in Lara definitely had families like yours and Mamma's in mind...a fresh, friendly and tasty cafe smack bang next to a fantastic playground.