cheri eatery, south melbourne
Oui oui, mon Cheri!
Cheri is the newest European eatery and patisserie in South Melbourne and Mamma is completely and utterly in LOVE!
Oui oui, mon Cheri!
Cheri is the newest European eatery and patisserie in South Melbourne and Mamma is completely and utterly in LOVE!
Created by same team who run the ever popular Kettle Black and Top Paddock, Cheri is the most amazing addition to the South Melbourne precinct. Located on Coventry Street, Cheri serves delicious in house pastries, wood fired pizzas, coffees and so much more - it really does transport you and your family right into the heart of Europe!
Ok folks, let’s start with the main menu. Mamma has one word to describe it for you - SENSATIONAL! Offering all day brunch options such as croissant French toast, granola, the breakfast plate (it’s a true European experience!) and truffle mushroom scramble, your taste buds will be in for a treat!
There’s also a lunch selection on offer too, such as ricotta gnocchi, chicken cotoletta (trust us, it’s as good as our Nonna’s!) and the 72 hour fermented dough pizzas (hot tip: the Cheri supreme and Mortadella are absolutely amazing) - Mamma thinks you might end up staying for breakfast and lunch, because there’s just too much to choose from!
Have a sweet tooth? Well, Mamma guarantees that you’ll fall head over heels! The bakery is just truly divine - the most impressive desserts that Mamma has seen for a long time!
Your little ones will absolutely love the traditional options like croissants, brownies, chocolate chip and marshmallow cookies, cheesecakes, and boston buns. We guarantee you that you’ll devour the goodies from the patisserie too - Mamma is obsessed with the lemon meringue tart, cruffin, chocolate eclair, and the crookie (a double chocolate cookie in a croissant wheel - my goodness!) - all we can actually say is wow, wow and wow!
Oh! And they have the most EPIC selection of gelato and sorbet - matcha, cherry, lychee rose and raspberry, mandarin and toasted coconut just to name a few - perfect for a summers day! And a huge range of celebration cakes and tarts for you to purchase for your special family occasions. What a winner - Cheri is a MUST when you’re next in South Melbourne - Mamma promises you won’t regret it!
the nitty gritty
285 - 297 Coventry Street South Melbourne 3205
OPEN
Monday - Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday - Sunday 7am - 5pm
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Mamma’s special mention
Make a day of it and head for a play at the incredible Skinners Adventure Playground
railway wine, highett
Railway Wine in Highett offers a warm, moody vibe within its indoor setting while the beer garden out back is perfect for sunny days with the kids. Come for a glass of wine (or two) and some delicious food, while the kids play on the cubby-cum-climbing frame.
Cancel your plans mammas, because we’ve found a wine bar complete with wood fired pizzas, a kids menu and **pause for dramatic effect** outdoor play space!
Railway Wine in Highett offers a warm, moody vibe within its indoor setting while the beer garden out back is perfect for sunny days with the kids. Come for a glass of wine (or two) and some delicious food, while the kids play on the cubby/climbing frame.
Boasting an impressive wine list (which also includes beers, cocktails and non alcoholic options), patrons are able to order food from Railway’s sister restaurant next door, Teo’s.
There are no wrong choices when it comes to wine and carbs, but this Mamma‘s go to order is a glass of Shiraz and a plate of spaghetti carbonara, liberally adorned with crispy guanciale.
Since this is a local for Mamma’s family, the little ones usually go between ordering the kids margherita pizza and spaghetti bolognese (but classics like chicken and chips are also available for those with discerning taste buds). When it comes to pizzas, there is plenty to choose from, including gluten free and vegan options, though little Mister can never go past a pepperoni.
Open from late afternoon onwards, the kids can be fed and the wine can be drunk all before bath and bedtime - what a win!
the nitty gritty
8 Railway Parade, Highett 3190
OPEN
Tuesday - Thursday
4pm - late
Friday
3pm - late
Saturday - Sunday 2pm - late
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Mamma’s special mention
Head to Sir William Fry Reserve down the road if the kids still have a little energy to run off.
2 waters cafe, longwarry
2 Waters Cafe in Longwarry welcomes families, not only with their indoor play area - but also with a trolley full of games and colouring; plastic plates, cups and utensils; room for prams and a change table.
Mamma loves nothing more than discovering a spot where families can come and enjoy a meal together in a space where kids are free to be kids - where they can make noise and not be expected to keep still!
2 Waters Cafe in Longwarry welcomes families, not only with their indoor play area - but also with a trolley full of games and colouring; plastic plates, cups and utensils; room for prams and a change table.
Of course they have a great kids menu, lots of shakes and even a slushy machine! But they also have a wonderful ‘adults’ menu ranging from breakfast items all the way to a parma and lasagne. Mamma’s crew love the avo smash and steak sandwich.
The display cabinet is loaded with delicious slices, cakes and cookies - perfect to match with a coffee while the kids are busy sliding, crawling through tunnels and playing with toys. Even the crawlers have their own little soft play area.
This is a great spot that absolutely ticks all of the Mamma Must Haves!
the nitty gritty
5 Mackey St, Longwarry VIC 3816
OPEN
Monday - Wednesday
8.30am - 4pm
Thursday - Friday
8.30am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 3pm
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
Grab some treats to take away and head to Bayles Fauna Park for an explore and picnic!
st andrews beach brewery, fingal
Wow folks, St. Andrew’s Beach Brewery is the perfect location for your next family get together - good food, drinks and a great atmosphere, what more could you ask for!
Wow folks, St. Andrew’s Beach Brewery is the perfect location for your next family get together - good food, drinks and a great atmosphere, what more could you ask for!
Let’s start with the origins of St. Andrew’s Beach Brewery as it’s a really cool story… in the early 2000’s the original owners of this great venue built a racetrack on the property for the royal family of Australian horse racing – the Freedman Brothers. In 2015 the property came up for sale, so the brothers brought it and turned the former stables into a brewery - which is why you’ll see horse racing feature throughout the venue.
The vibes of this place are second to none - you’ll feel it when you walk in. Mamma loves to sit outside in one of the stables on a summers day, enjoying a premium craft beer or some nibbles to share.
Let’s talk about the food… Mamma has one word for you all: YUM!
Start with some of the smaller plates - you’ll be able to choose from calamari, tacos, croquettes, olives and focaccia or wings - oh my! Fancy something more substantial? Order from their amazing variety of pizzas, or choose from their bigger menu options - steak, burgers, or the delicious American BBQ tray. Can’t make up your mind? Order the chef’s feed and they’ll choose for you! There’s a great kids menu too for the little ones to choose from.
The beers are amazing too - there’s a huge selection of their own beers on tap that you can try. Mamma loves to order a paddle board so she can get to experience the variety on offer!
Oh - and you can host events at St. Andrew’s Beach Brewery - perfect for your next celebration!
Mamma thinks St. Andrew’s Beach Brewery needs to be added to your list - check it out!
the nitty gritty
OPEN
Open daily
11am - 9pm
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
Keep the family fun going and head to Boneo Discovery Park!
heart bakes, port melbourne
Ok folks, Mamma is calling it… Heart Bakes in Port Melbourne is BETTER than it looks on Instagram - get there ASAP, your taste buds will thank you later!
Ok folks, Mamma is calling it… Heart Bakes in Port Melbourne is BETTER than it looks on Instagram - get there ASAP, your taste buds will thank you later!
Mamma has been watching Heart Bakes go viral for their epic cinnamon scrolls and baked treats - and totally understands why they are so popular.
This cute little corner cafe in Port Melbourne has really nailed it. With a small indoor eating space surrounded with outdoor dining options, you’ll feel the vibes of this inner city eatery the moment you walk in.
Mamma is obsessed with the baked goodies. The cinnamon scroll is absolutely to die for - soft, sugary bundles of goodness that literally just instantly melt in your mouth. The fudge choc cookie is a favourite with Mamma’s mini, as is the carrot cake and the chocolate flourless cake.
Mamma has a special spot for their basque cheesecake too - so creamy, and just so good! The cafe is also known for its Heart Lamingtons, which are available all weekend - YUMMO!
Fancy something a little more substantial? There’s some breaky options available - including the most delicious breaky burger - or sandwiches for lunch including roast chicken, Rueben, veggie and kimchi avocado - yum! Coffee is on point, with a few cold drinks on offer too.
Hot tip: Mamma visited on a Wednesday morning and it was PACKED so make sure you get there early especially if you visit on a weekend.
the nitty gritty
220 Bridge St, Port Melbourne 3207
OPEN
Monday - Friday: 7am - 2pm
Saturday - Sunday:
8am - 2pm
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
Keep the fun times going and head to the awesome Maritime Cove Community Park for a play!
baba’s deli, port melbourne
Baba’s Deli is Port Melbourne’s newest hotspot for all of your lunch, coffee and sweet treat needs - and it’s amazing, so naturally Mamma recommends that you check it out!
Baba’s Deli is Port Melbourne’s newest hotspot for all of your lunch, coffee and sweet treat needs - and it’s amazing, so naturally Mamma recommends that you check it out!
What a delight - this gem on the popular Bay Street specialises in freshly made focaccias and the most mouth watering pizzas by the slice.
Let’s start with the main feature - the sangas. You can literally work your way through their menu, one focaccia at a time! Mamma LOVES to order Mama’s Vodka - crumbed chicken, vodka tomato sauce, rocket and cheese - your taste buds are going to love you for ordering this!
There’s so many other options on offer - egg, mortadella, prosciutto, salami, and even a vegetarian and a vegan option too. Perfection!
Mamma’s mini was obsessed with the pizza slices - she even went back and ordered another! Salami, prosciutto, cheese - what more could you ask for?!
Fancy a sweet treat? Well, Baba’s has you sorted! The salted chocolate chip cookies are an absolute winner, as are their donuts (glazed, cinnamon, pink sprinkles, biscoff, and more!), cinnamon scrolls, and Cartocci (Sicilian pastry with filling - YUM!). Mamma’s little one easily devours her cinnamon donut!
Oh, and did Mamma tell you that you can grab a $3 coffee from Baba’s during the week from 9am - 11am?! Cheap as!
With a warm, inviting atmosphere, and super friendly staff, Mamma thinks Baba’s Deli is the perfect spot to grab a quick bite on the go or to enjoy a lunchtime meal with the family.
the nitty gritty
295 Bay Street, Port Melbourne 3207
OPEN
Monday - Friday:
7am to 3pm
Saturday -
Sunday: 8am to 3pm
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
Keep the fun times going and head to the awesome Maritime Cove Community Park for a play!
le feu, frankston
If you are looking for a super family friendly spot for lunch or dinner - then Le Feu in Frankston is for you!
If you are looking for a super family friendly spot for lunch or dinner - then Le Feu in Frankston is for you!
With its relaxed vibe, extensive - and budget friendly - menu AND a great kids play room, it really is the ideal place for a family meet up or a mums group lunch.
There’s heaps of space here for prams, and the kids will love the play room that consists of a mini slide, ball-pit balls, books, rocking horses and more.
The menu is extremely inclusive - with everything gluten free plus great options for vegetarians and low Fodmap.
The food is delicious and offers a great variety of Vietnamese and Pan-Asian, plus a kids menu with Korean fried chicken and chips if kids like things a bit more simple.
Mamma’s crew LOVED the dumplings, spring rolls, sweet and sour chicken and pad thai and the older crew loved the pho. Each table has all the sauces you need - even chilli oil!
So add this to your list for your next family friendly meal out!
the nitty gritty
315 Nepean Hwy, Frankston, 3199
OPEN
7 days a week
11.30am - 9pm
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
Keep the fun times going and head to General Public for some bowling or arcade fun
flinders sourdough bakery, flinders
Hidden away down a little dusty court, you will find Flinders Sourdough Bakery, home to the yummiest sourdough bread, melt-in-your-mouth cookies and pastries.
If you are a lover of all things carbs (and let’s face it, who isn’t…) then no doubt you would have heard about Flinders Sourdough bread! It is simply the BEST; fluffy yet dense - soft but with a crunchy crust - it is just YUM!
So, Mamma was stoked to discover the actual source of this amazing bread is home to the cutest little - hidden - bakery in Flinders!
Hidden away down a little dusty court, you will find Flinders Sourdough Bakery, with an option to sit out in the garden to enjoy your lunch.
Not only can you enjoy freshly baked bread, but there’s a great selection of pies, pastries and melt-in-your-mouth brownies and cookies. Plus - you can even buy your own sourdough starter kit!
Make sure you stop in here on your next Flinders visit - you wont regret it!
the nitty gritty
OPEN
Thursday - Sunday
9am - 3pm
(bread not available Thursday)
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
Take some goodies to go and explore the spectacular Flinders Blowhole not far away.
red hill brewery, red hill south
Perched on top of Red Hill, nestled under the hop vines; this rustic, charming barn in the middle of the bush is where delicious craft beer is produced and great BBQ food is served!
Driving through the Peninsula Hinterland you might be too busy marvelling at the picturesque scenery in front of you to notice the little turn off into this absolute hidden gem - the stunning Red Hill Brewery.
Perched on top of Red Hill, nestled under the hop vines; this rustic, charming barn in the middle of the bush is where delicious craft beer is produced and great BBQ food is served!
Walk through the low hanging trees and head towards the smoke from the firepit; sit in the undercover decking and just take in the scenery with an ice cold pale ale - or Mamma suggests the tasting paddle to sample the seasonal brews. Their award winning beers are made in small batches and offer a range of 6 types available all year plus seasonal specials.
Wrap yourself in a blanket in the cooler months - or enjoy the cool breeze on warmer days. The kids can frolic in the open grassy space and watch the neighbouring horses.
There is a laid back vibe here - perfect for a long lunch with yummy food on offer like brisket, ribs, pulled pork or fried chicken burgers, mac n cheese and loaded fries!
This is a must for all beer connoisseurs!
the nitty gritty
88 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill South, 3937
OPEN
Thursday - Sunday
11am - 6pm
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Mamma’s special mention
After a meal head down the road to the stunning Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens
levi cafe, murrumbeena
Housed in a former denim factory, Levi is a sun drenched, plant-filled cafe with killer coffee, an extensive menu… and did Mamma mention, a dedicated kids play room?! Jean-ius.
Housed in a former denim factory, Levi is a sun drenched, plant-filled cafe with killer coffee, an extensive menu… and did Mamma mention, a dedicated kids play room?! Jean-ius.
The cafe itself is generous and spans a number of large open areas, all flooded with natural light and the feeling of space that only high warehouse ceilings can offer - the perfect spot to accommodate multiple prams. In fact, this Mamma can’t recall a visit (and there have been many) where there wasn’t a mother’s group catch up present.
The little ones are provided with a kids menu colouring sheet, while the grown ups are treated to a menu teaming with so many mouth watering dishes that this Mamma had to turn the very patient waitress away twice while trying to narrow down the list of prospective meals.
In the end, the chilli scramble with crispy pork belly won out, while Mister Mamma was ever so gently encouraged to order the Nutella and raspberry hotcakes. With so many options for the children to choose from, this crew happily devoured the ham and cheese toastie as well as burger and fries, complete with ludicrous amounts of tomato sauce.
Down the very end of the cafe, the kids will find a sweet little hidey-hole filled with beanbags, toys and a rock climbing wall. There is enough seating available nearby that parents can keep an eye on playing littlies while enjoying a relaxing coffee from the comfort of their table - though there are some blind spots, either end of the playspace that are difficult to see unless in there.
Levi even caters for the children of the four legged variety, with the front room (up until the counter) welcoming dogs on lead, so the whole fam can enjoy a meal out together!
the nitty gritty
6 Railway Parade, Murrumbeena 3186
OPEN
Monday - Saturday
7:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday
8am - 3pm
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
If the kids are in the mood for a bit more play, head over to Murrumbeena Park Playground to let off some steam.
red hill lavender farm cafe, main ridge
In the middle of the pine tree lined street, a top of the lavender fields in Main Ridge, you will find the sweetest little Red Hill Lavender Farm Cafe.
In the middle of the pine tree lined street, atop of the lavender fields in Main Ridge, you will find the sweetest little Red Hill Lavender Farm Cafe.
This is the ULTIMATE place for a coffee with a view - with an abundance of shaded grass area and picnic tables. Or enjoy a dine-in meal at the gorgeous cafe, with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Enjoy a delicious sandwich or Johnny Ripe pie or some divine pastries.
Sit inside amongst the warmth of an open fireplace, surrounded by locally made gifts and flowers upon every table. Or sit outside up on the deck and take in the magnificent views of the Peninsula Hinterland - you can even borrow a blanket in colder weather.
Dogs are welcome here and if you visit in January - you can also walk down the hill and check out the stunning Lavender Farm.
the nitty gritty
284 Main Creek Rd, Main Ridge, 3928
OPEN
Thursday - Monday
9am - 4pm
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
If you visit in January, check out the Lavender Farm whilst you are there - otherwise check out Mamma’s Best of Red Hill and Surrounds for ideas
braeside brewing co, mordialloc
At this brewery you will find the most loveliest owners, amazing food, delicious beer and a gated kids corner. What more could you need?!
This brewery is a local favourite family-friendly dining spot!
Here you will find the most loveliest owners, amazing food, delicious beer and a gated kids corner. What more could you need?! How about half price kids meals on Sunday!
Throw in an outside decking area and a grass courtyard and there’s pencils and board games too!
The owners are parents, and know how hard it is to navigate a meal out with kids, so you can be assured that there is plenty of space inside - and out, for your prams; there’s plastic cups for the kids and the kids corner is jam-packed with toys like a cubby house, soft blocks and so much more.
The food is delicious - especially the wood-fired pizzas, and the kids meals are very generous sizes. It was Mamma’s duty to order the tasting paddle, to sample some of the beer on offer - and can happily report back that they are ALL delicious!
This is a great spot that the whole family will love!
the nitty gritty
43 Governor Rd, Mordialloc
OPEN
Wednesday - Sunday
12pm - 9pm
Kids meals 1/2 price on Sunday
kid friendly - highchairs - room for prams
wanna know more?
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Mamma’s special mention
Walk off your meal and have a play down the road at the wonderful Peter Scullin Reserve
nordie cafe, red hill
This cafe has an amazing view and THE MOST perfect space for kids to roam!
This gorgeous cafe is set on top of hill with a huge leafy garden and spacious courtyard.
It provides HEAPS of space for the little ones to run around. There’s even a cubby house!
The owners have really thought of everything here; they supply blankets for the chilly weather so that you can still sit outside, there are high chairs and a change table. Oh, and you can bring your fur babies too!
As the name implies, the menu has bit of a Nordic twist on things; delicious Dutch carrots on the smashed avo, Copanhagen hot dog and the Viking breakfast bun to name a few! The kids also have their own menu with yummy options.
Add this one to the list and thank Mamma later!
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Mamma’s special mention
Keep the fun going and head down the road the Enchanted Adventure!
grounded grocer cafe, endeavour hills
Grounded Grocer Cafe in Endeavour Hills is a gorgeous family run breakfast and brunch cafe, dishing up exceptional loaded toasties, brekky burgers and a delicious assortment of cakes, cookies and pastries!
Grounded Grocer Cafe in Endeavour Hills is a gorgeous family run breakfast and brunch cafe, dishing up exceptional loaded toasties, brekky burgers and a delicious assortment of cakes, cookies and pastries!
More than just a cafe, you can also pick up some pantry essentials, skin care and beautiful leafy plants, too!
Little Miss claims the chicken pesto toastie is the best she’s ever had! Big claims for a kid who knows her toasties! And this Mamma thinks the homemade banana bread with dark chocolate chips is pretty hard to beat!
The vibe here is super relaxed, with each table decked out with fresh colourful flowers and bright potted plants spread sporadically throughtout the cafe. Service is spot on and the coffee is amazing! What more could you want?!
the nitty gritty
99 Gleneagles Dr, Endeavour Hills 3802
OPEN
Tuesday - Sunday
9am - 3pm
closed Mondays
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somerville general store, somerville
If only there was a little Somerville General Store in every local community where Mamma's could meet up for their weekly coffee fix!
Away from the bustle of the busy shopping strip, Somerville General Store is a little - hidden - slice of heaven!
Proudly perched on the crossway of two suburban streets, shines this white, umbrella lined general store. Home to one of the best coffees this Mamma has had, which we have already experienced from their sister stores - Aspendeli, Langwarrin General Store and Edithvale General Store.
Keeping with an old-school milk bar vibe, is a spacious and light filled family friendly spot - perfect for a mums group catch up - offering kids menus acting as colouring sheets as well as packed pencil cases to keep those little hands busy.
The food has a yummy assortment of bagels, toasties, pastries, acia bowls, smashed avo and smoothies to name a few! Plus you can also pick up artisan bread, fresh produce and pantry items - there’s even slush puppies, too!
Mamma is very jealous that this isn’t in walking distance! It’s the perfect relaxed vibe, great staff and the yummiest coffee!
the nitty gritty
43 Wiltshire Dr, Somerville 3912
OPEN
Monday to Friday
6am - 5pm
Saturday - Sunday
7am - 4pm
wanna know more? click here
Mamma's special mention:
You can’t go to Somerville and NOT visit the DINOSAURS at Dinosaur World
american doughnut kitchen @ prahran market, south yarra
There are few things, more universally agreed upon, than the icon status of Queen Victoria Market’s hot jam doughnuts. Good news south siders! They have opened a shop front at Prahran Market.
There are few things, more universally agreed upon, than the icon status of Queen Victoria Market’s hot jam doughnuts.
To the delight of all Southside tastebuds, after 70 years of slinging these hot doughy balls of goodness exclusively through their Queen Vic van, American Doughnut Kitchen have finally opened a second location at Prahran Market.
Operating out of a dedicated shopfront overlooking Prahran Market’s “Market Square”, ADK now boasts a much larger kitchen and coffee machine… so now mammas can sit back and relax with a doughnut (or five) in one hand and a latte in the other, while the kids run off that sugar high.
the nitty gritty
163 Commercial Rd, South Yarra 3141
OPEN
Tuesday
7am - 5pm
Thursday - Saturday
7am - 5pm
Sunday
10am - 3pm
wanna know more? click here
Mamma's special mention:
While you’re there, why not explore the many delights that Prahran Market has to offer.
cafe la wheels, seaford
Cafe La Wheels in Seaford is the sweetest little retro diner, ran by - and made for - people living with disabilities.
Cafe La Wheels in Seaford is the sweetest little retro diner, ran by - and made for - people living with disabilities.
Offering diner-style food cooked from a retro food van, vintage decor with neon lights and nostalgic memorabilia every where you look; it exudes a fun and relaxed vibe, making it the perfect family friendly lunch spot!
As soon as you enter the cafe you are greeted by super lovely and friendly staff who all seem to love what they are doing, and so do we! The food was great - delicious pancakes (and spiders!).
The crew loved the Blinky Bill ride on (Mamma had flashbacks of putting in a 20 cent coin and riding on a the mechanical kangaroo out the front of Tuckerbag 30 odd years ago!) There’s also a chocolate claw machine, pacman arcade game, jukebox and great music clips playing on the projector that the kids enjoyed watching- a great introduction to Grease!
This is such a great initiative and a wonderful inclusive diner, we’re very excited to watch its growth!
the nitty gritty
OPEN
Monday - Friday
10.30am - 2:30pm
(weekend hours opening soon)
wanna know more? CLICK HERE
Mamma's special mention:
Keep the fun going and head down the road to Gravity Zone!
smiths social cafe, clyde north
Do you know what Mamma loves on school holidays?
A cafe, with awesome options for the whole family PLUS a wonderful playground just over the road! Let Mamma show you around Smiths Social Cafe
Check out this wicked cafe in the most perfect of locations - right next to an AWESOME playground. It’s a winner!
Smiths Social Cafe have new management an still are serving up great coffee and yummy food! It’s super family friendly with a huge range of brekkie and lunch options for dine in or takeaway (yup … the playground is pretty tempting). There are great gluten free options, as well as a bunch of awesome friendly staff!
And lets be honest, who doesn’t love a cafe where you can sit outside and enjoy a coffee, while the kids keep themselves busy playing at this wonderful playground!
wanna know more? CLICK HERE
Mamma's special mention:
THE BEST bit is, this cafe leads onto the awesome Banjo Playground!
dessertopia by 196below, south melbourne
Attention sweet tooths, does Mamma have the place for you! With glow in the dark cakes and liquid nitrogen ice cream and drinks, Dessertopia in South Melbourne is serving up a feast for the eyes and the tastebuds.
Attention sweet tooths, does Mamma have the place for you! With glow in the dark cakes, liquid nitrogen ice cream and drinks, Dessertopia in South Melbourne is serving up a feast for the eyes and the tastebuds.
Their shopfront is hard to miss, with colourful cartoons and festoon lights adorning the windows and awning. Inside, rainbow lighting and black lights let you know you’re in for an immersive experience.
Famous for their glow in the dark night sessions, Dessertopia have recently installed black out blinds so that the kidlets can enjoy the magic of this experience during the day too! With desserts in the shape of iconic pop culture characters like Psyduck, Totoro and Mario’s Super Mushroom to name a few - it’s hard to believe that these works of art taste even better than they look… but they do!
There is plenty of seating inside, though they tend to get busy on weekends and nights so Mamma suggests hopping online and booking a table just to be safe.
the nitty gritty
342 Clarendon St, South Melbourne 3205
OPEN
Wednesday - Thursday
11am - 9pm
Friday - Saturday
11am - 10pm
Sunday
11am - 9pm
wanna know more?
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Mamma's special mention:
Carry on the fun and colourful theme by heading to Skinners Adventure Playground, just a 5 minute walk down the road.
two rupees brewing company, clayton
Two Rupees Brewing Company boasts an impressive lineup of in-house beers on tap, with a more succinct food menu comprising primarily of pizzas to complement.
Surrounded by Clayton’s mechanics and smash repairers, the local favourite, Two Rupees Brewing Company is hidden in plain sight.
The brewpub boasts an impressive menu of beers on tap, with a more succinct food menu comprising primarily of pizzas to complement.
Pizza and beer, what more do you need?! Mamma’s answer… Two Rupee’s delicious and fragrant Sri Lankan pan rolls - curried meat or vegetables wrapped in a crepe and fried until brown and crispy. They were sooo good in fact, that mamma’s 4 year old didn’t even care that they were a little spicy.
So grab the kids and head over to Two Rupees for an easy last minute meal or to watch the footy on one of the many screens dotted throughout the brewery… oh, and they’re dog friendly too so don’t forget to bring the pooch!
the nitty gritty
OPEN
Wednesday
4pm - 9pm
Thursday
4pm - 10pm
Friday - Saturday
12pm - 11pm
wanna know more? click here
Mamma's special mention:
Once you’ve had your fill of beer and pizza, head to Clayton’s Heatherton “Troll” Park to run off some of that energy and vanquish some beasties.
