sonder, bentleigh
Sonder in Bentleigh have a kids area in their oasis-style beer garden. It’s the perfect spot to take the family for lunch or dinner.
Mamma’s found another reason to visit this old faithful bar! Sonder in Bentleigh have just created a little kids area in their oasis-style beer garden. Complete with kitchen, chalkboard and workshop bench this is the perfect space to inspire imaginative play. All while keeping within eyesight, so Mamma can sit back and enjoy a drink and the delicious food on offer here!
On the menu there are plenty of pub style classics, Mamma loves the Parma, and the truffle chips are elite. There’s kids options on the menu and they come with a drink and an icecream! Mamma also loves having a QR code for the table meaning we can stay close by to keep an eye on what’s being cooked up in the Sonder kids kitchen!
And just when you think it can’t get much better - waiters appear with pencils and colouring books - it makes for a great excuse to stay for another drink or that dessert you’d been eyeing off!
No matter the weather, sitting out in the beer garden is comfortable as the space is enclosed, all tables are undercover and there are outdoor heaters throughout. Choose from standard or tall tables, booth style seating complete with cushions and tiered seating for excellent viewing of one of the many big screens. Plus stay until nightfall to see the fairy lights and the beautiful glow of the giant flowers that hang throughout, giving the whole place a magical feel.
If you don’t want to sit in the beer garden there’s plenty of tables inside by the fireplace as well as a formal looking dining room!
the details
Indoor and Outdoor Seating - High chairs - Kids Menu - Beer Garden - Play Space
OPEN
Tuesday - Thursday
3pm - 11pm
Friday - Saturday
12pm - 12 am
Sunday
12pm - 9pm
Mamma’s special mention
Make a day of it and head around the corner to Hodgson Reserve before or after your visit to Sonder.
little z, bentleigh
Located in an unassuming strip of shops next to Patterson Station, Little Z is going to be your next go to brunch spot with the kids. Mamma reckons you should make a bee line straight for the rear courtyard so the kids can enjoy the cubby and toys.
Located in an unassuming strip of shops next to Patterson Station, Little Z is going to be your next go to brunch spot with the kids.
If you’ve got little ones, Mamma reckons you should make a bee line straight for the rear courtyard… no matter the season. This family friendly cafe has created the perfect outdoor space for Melbourne’s unpredictable weather. The tables are sheltered by huge marquees and there are plenty of gas heaters to go around (just be mindful of little fingers getting too close when they are on).
The real drawcard to the completely secure and astro turfed space however, is the cubby house, tubs of toys and ride on trike and car that keep the kids occupied while you peruse the online menu.
While the outdoor area is serviced by QR codes (table service inside for those that prefer!), Mamma was very impressed with the number of alteration options available through the online ordering system. Want the hot chocolate warm, not hot? No worries! Want the kids toastie split onto two plates for sharing? Done!
There is also a glass display filled with delicious bagels, sandwiches and wraps which became irrelevant to Mamma’s 5 year old when she found out there was French toast (complete with sprinkles) on the kids menu. The grown ups are well looked after too - Mamma and Mister Mamma couldn’t go past the breakfast burrito and truffled mushrooms on toast. YUM!
Just make sure to leave some room for a treat from the sweets cabinet. Think brownies, cruffins, slices, muffins… all perfect accompaniments for coffee number 2, or 3… or 4.
Little Z is also open for dinner service on Friday and Saturdays, so if you can wrangle a babysitter, pop this on the date night list as well!
the nitty gritty
73 Patterson Rd, Bentleigh 3204
Opening hours:
Monday - Wednesday
6:30am - 4pm
Thursday
6:30am - 5pm
Friday
6:30am - 9pm
Saturday
7am - 9pm
Sunday
7am - 3pm
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
Halley Park is just around the corner if the kids still want to play afterwards!
