Daughter in Law in Little Bourke St is a feast for the belly AND the eyes! This colourful and joyful Indian fusion restaurant is the kind of place that instantly makes you happy. You feel like you have wandered into a wonderful welcoming Indian wedding celebration with decorations adorning the walls, wonderful music and an electric atmosphere.
Read MoreWhen in Rome, eat cake! Enjoy Italian coffee, cakes and Roman favourites at the Brunetti Classico pop up inside Melbourne Museum.
Read MoreWhat a place! Mamma loves that Hoffbräuhaus has lasted the test of time - having opened in 1968 and being the longest running Hoffbräuhaus outside of Germany.
Read MoreNestled in the heart of Fed Square, this family friendly pub brings together everything Mamma loves in a city venue - great food, a spacious beer garden, kids weekend entertainment, and best of all, a playground where the little ones can play while Mamma gets to enjoy their meal!
Read MoreNice by the slide may be the motto, but Mamma thinks that’s an understatement. The pizza at Sunnyside Sliced in Docklands is epic, slay, the GOAT, fire, period! There simply isn’t enough Gen Z compliments to throw at it!
Read MoreA great Melbourne pub, right on the water at South Wharf, that know how to do some fantastic family favourites.
Read MoreTouching all corners of the Earth, there’s a flavour profile across the gelato and sorbet at Mondo to satisfy anyone and everyone. There’s also drinks, shakes, coffee, and affogato if you’re feeling like something a bit different. Enjoy in-store, with plenty of seating inside and outside.
Read MoreRemo’s is the new hot spot in Melbourne, purpose-designed for a speedy turnaround - it’s perfect for work lunches but it’s also perfect for dining with kids!
Read MoreIf you’re in Docklands and on the hunt for a great lunch spot with incredible, hearty sandwiches on freshly baked focaccia, an array of delicate house-made desserts, and great coffee… and happen upon the sophisticated yet homely Saluministi, you’ll hit the jackpot!
Read MoreCraving some Vietnamese in the city? Luckily, a great new spot has opened in a basement on Lonsdale St. Serving a range of classic favourites like pho and broken rice, there are also flavoursome vermicelli bowls, entres and drinks.
Read MoreDiscover the newly renovated Waterside Hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy the ground-floor pub, the Past Port South-East Asian restaurant and the rooftop bar with city views - all in one stunning heritage building.
Read MoreOk, everyone stop - Mamma knows the prettiest gelato store there ever was. The colours, the brass trimmings, the lighting, the mountains of delicious colourful gelato!
From one Mamma to another Anita Gelato (La Mamma del Gelato) on Little Collins is not only gorgeous but has the most delicious gelato, yogurt and drinks on offer.
Discover La Nuvola at Melbourne Central for authentic Italian coffee, handcrafted crepes and their star pistachio tiramisu(and more flavours) served in a retro Fiat 500-style car setting. Perfect for a family break during a shopping day. Yes, the ‘place with the car!’
Read MoreFantastic food, cosy spaces and wonderful service is what you can expect at Leonardo’s. Homely and warm, the kids can grab some colouring sheets and pencils while the adults peruse the menu. Look out for some tasty salads, great drinks and sides. But of course, please don’t forget to order some of the giant, smokey, wood fired pizza!
Read MoreTwo Peck is a hole-in-the-wall type place on Swanston St selling the most incredible CRISPY fried chicken in a popular chain direct from Taiwan.
Read MoreThere’s nothing Australian's love more than heading to Bali on holiday. Well, if you’re travelling for the food then save yourself some trouble and just head to West Melbourne instead! Warung Agus is serving wonderful Balinese dishes in a beautifully decorated space that will have you feeling you can head straight to the beach afterwards!
Read MoreMoondog Land in Docklands is perfect for Marvel Stadium event days – fast service, crowd-pleasing food, a kids’ menu, arcade games and tropical vibes. The Jungle Room is open daily and family-friendly!
Read MoreWant to know the cutest cafe in Melbourne? It’s gotta be the NEW Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe at Melbourne Central!
Read MoreThe hottest new eatery in Melbourne right now has to be the delightful Yamamoto Udon. Each day, 60 servings of each the Himokawa and Sanuki udon are crafted, so you better get in early if you want to try both!
Read MoreO3 is a cafe - more specifically a co-working space - but not as you might expect. Along Queensbridge Street, you will find a cafe and an amazing converted warehouse that has been transformed into a Hogwarts library, complete with tree house and Weasley car! Cafe is open to public and a quick - and quiet - visit is the best!
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