leonardo's pizza palace, carlton

leonardo's pizza palace, carlton

Fantastic 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!

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star wars galactic cafe at melbourne museum

star wars galactic cafe at melbourne museum

Step into a galaxy not-so-far away at the Melbourne Museum's Star Wars-themed café – the perfect bonus stop after visiting the LEGO® Star Wars Exhibition. With booth seating, spacey views, and a clever menu - this café is a must for fans big and small. Plus, Mamma’s hot tip: allow heaps of time to explore the exhibition – it’s one of the best we’ve ever seen!

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yamamoto udon, bourke st

yamamoto udon, bourke st

The 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!

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living grand friday buffet dinner @ collins kitchen - grand hyatt, collins st

living grand friday buffet dinner @ collins kitchen - grand hyatt, collins st

What is more exciting than a buffet? According to kids, not much! Here at the Grand Hyatt, the beautiful Collins Kitchen has started their Living Grand Friday night buffet. It’s a real treat for the fam, and kids under 6 eat free!

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hakata gensuke tonkotsu ramen, russell st

hakata gensuke tonkotsu ramen, russell st

いらっしゃいませ Irasshaimase! Got a hankering for a big warm bowl of ramen? Here, you can select from an alarming range of soup and noodles cooked to your specific liking (whether you like them slightly underdone, al dente or more soft, they can cater to you).

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khao soi, chinatown

khao soi, chinatown

Hot, creamy, soupy curry, soft hand-cut noodles, crunchy katsu with crispy noodles, lemon and pickles on the side. What is this seriously satisfying dish? It’s the viral hit at Chinatown restaurant Khao Soi.

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the boatbuilders yard, south wharf

the boatbuilders yard, south wharf

Mamma loves all things city life. The laneways, the coffee, the hustle and bustle. Yet when you have a pram and a restless AND hungry toddler in tow, you need something kid friendly and close to the CBD. Welcome to The Boatbuilders Yard. A warm and welcoming modern Aussie Pub with a scrumptious menu plus half a dozen kids’ options.

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panda hot pot, carlton

panda hot pot, carlton

Step inside this awe-inspiring space and yes, the first thing you will notice is the huge 16 metre dragon greeting you, which is always a showstopper - and then there’s the FOOD! Yum! Always a fave for Mamma and the fam when heading out for dinner.

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