These Dandenongs cafes and restaurants are sure to satisfy everyone in your family – children can order off a special kids menu while you relax with a cup of coffee in hand!

There are plenty of family-friendly eateries nearby, from Polish joints like Kluska to Afghan Darbar with hearty stews. Or try something from Patogh Persian Restaurant that specializes in Middle Eastern spices!

Storehouse Coffee

Momma appreciates it when a cafe hits the mark when it comes to catering for families with young kids. Lilydale’s little gem fits this bill beautifully; offering plenty of room for the kiddies to run around while Mamma relaxes over her hot beverage.

Menu offerings range from antipasti and artisan pizzas, oven braises and salads – not forgetting their own freshly roasted coffee beans!

Banh mi shop by day and wine bar by night; an ideal destination for celebratory dinners as well as quick mid week bites when cooking at home is just too much!

Maria Cafe

Mamma loves that the family-friendly cafes in this area provide a range of dining options; from quick brunch when she doesn’t feel like cooking to large celebration dinners – there is something here for every taste and need!

Maria Cafe brings Mexican flair to Ferntree Gully. Named in honour of co-owner Omar Viramontes’ grandmother, this cafe serves all-day breakfast and lunch specialities with an emphasis on Mexican fare.

At Maria Cafe you will find both sidewalk and outdoor decked dining, featuring stylish umbrellas adorned with stripes. There’s also ample interior seating space suitable for pram users – complete with pram-friendly tables dotted around. Furthermore, dogs are welcome – water bowls can be found outside.

It’s clear why the Dandenongs are such a beloved playground for outdoor enthusiasts, yet their culinary scene also makes for an exceptional culinary experience, featuring teahouses offering sweet scones, charming pub treasures filled with character and innovative modern Australian restaurants serving innovative fare. So if you’re searching for kid-approved dining and cafes in the Dandenongs – look no further!

Eastwood Cafe

The Dandenong Ranges are an increasingly popular tourist destination, famed for their undulating terrains, lush woodlands, picturesque lookouts and vibrant rural settlements. Furthermore, these picturesque locales provide luxurious lodging choices and offer a range of culinary offerings; one such culinary venture being the well-known Kokoda Walk which spans 1000 Steps!

Mamma appreciates a coffee shop that goes the extra mile to cater for children & provides them with plenty of space to run free and play, like CriBB Cafe in Lilydale. Offering an exceptional kids menu and spacious tables that encourage playtime for their customers is one example; also providing ample opportunity for them to spread out and relax as they savor both food & coffee!

Grants Picnic Ground in Sherbrooke Forest is an idyllic picnic location for outdoor enthusiasts, offering bird-feeding sessions and providing a serene ambience. In addition to enjoying this peaceful environment for eating lunch and bird-watching sessions, tourists can also stroll along scenic trails while observing native wildlife.

King Henry’s

Whitehorse offers something special for everyone in the Dandenongs and this cozy cafe provides just that – perfect for an outdoor lunch with the children or a quick milkshake while watching High Street pass you by!

This 1902 guest house has been completely transformed into an exquisite restaurant featuring beautiful gardens and an expansive deck that looks out onto lush forests and tranquil ponds. It is the perfect setting to bond with family over hearty meals or relax after an exciting day of exploration while indulging in traditional High Tea services.

Food here is certainly impressive – from roasted veal breast with smoked tomato and caramelised onions, to cider-roasted beef cheek on parsnip puree, this restaurant doesn’t hesitate to experiment. Additionally, this venue makes an ideal setting for intimate weddings or milestone birthday parties; visit their website to view their function packages and pricing options.

Gillberts

Sassafras residents will appreciate this bustling artisan bakery cafe near Sassafras as an exceptional culinary treat. With provincial-style decor featuring shelves brimming with jams and other treats, plus an open bakery kitchen adding to its charm, this bustling artisan bakery cafe makes for a fantastic culinary adventure!

Their scones are delicious – they practically melt in your mouth! Additionally, their smoked salmon tart and peach frangipane are top notch. Service is prompt and efficient; however, be prepared for crowds during brunch/lunch times; queues may form.

Gilberts is an amazing place for lunch or dinner, serving delicious pies and scaccia as well as offering an inviting patio seating area suited for families. Their staff are very friendly and helpful as well, offering tea selections. However, food prices might be slightly more than other restaurants; nevertheless it’s definitely worth your while: the cuisine is mouthwatering while taking in breathtaking mountain scenery at sunset time – make time to visit Gilberts today.

Rombe Rooftop Restaurant

Rombe is an award-winning restaurant and events space in Burwood Brickworks that brings modern Australian cuisine together with stunning urban views of the Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy dining alongside them!

This venue features farmhouse ambience and beautiful natural lighting. With seating capacity for 120 and standing capacity of 300, this versatile space can also be reconfigured to host private events. A variety of food is also offered from all-day brunch and lunch dishes to kids menu items and desserts – providing something suitable for every taste bud!

Un visit to any restaurant wouldn’t be complete without tasting one of their signature cakes, made fresh daily and sure to delight both eye and tastebud alike!

This eatery boasts an expansive wine list. They provide an assortment of wines and brews to pair with their meals, designed by chef Emma Jeffrey whose menu adds aesthetic to suburban brunch. Their best dishes are vadouvan poached eggs drizzled with spiced ghee, herbed carrot puree, and lemon labne.

Milki Miller

Mamma loves discovering cafes that meet her family’s needs perfectly; CriBB Cafe in Lilydale certainly does just that, with an inviting sensory friendly space designed for children to play while moms relax with an excellent cup of coffee in hand.

Rombe Rooftop Restaurant and Wedding Venue! is more than a simple garden on top of Burwood Brickworks shopping centre – it features farmhouse-chic decor with ample natural light, as well as delicious dishes prepared with love!

Grounded Grocer in Endeavour Hills is an idyllic family run breakfast and lunch cafe, serving delicious loaded toasties, breakfast burgers, cakes and pastries; not forgetting Mamma’s award winning coffee! Kori Ice Cream provides unique Japanese inspired desserts made right here in Melbourne; their freezers always seem full with something delicious! You may have seen them featured on Masterchef too.

The Fresh Prince

The Fresh Prince is an amusing sitcom starring Will Smith as Philip Banks, sent away from Philadelphia when both his mother and father are arrested for auto theft. Pranks and amusing adventures ensue as Will and Carlton adjust to life in Bel Air.

At this charming restaurant, they serve up fresh, contemporary, and authentic food and beverage, such as antipasti, artisan pizzas, oven braises and healthy salads. Children are welcome and can explore an undercover play space decorated with hand drawn etchings before and after their meal.

Mamma loves that their menu caters to children’s palate, ensuring they can enjoy some of the same great tasting meals as adults – whether that means a seafood feast, string hopper kottu or dhal with rice/roti! There is sure to be something on their menu they’ll adore.