43 Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes
Having a cafe at a playground or very close by is heaven for parents. Here are playgrounds where you can get a caffeine fix or enjoy a snack while the kids play.
This list excludes restaurants, cafes and hotels which provide their own indoor or outdoor playgrounds.
The best combinations of playground and cafe are tagged with three stars. Click on the links for more information about the playground or cafe.
Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes in North West Melbourne
1. Brimbank Park Play Space (Keilor East)
Lambar & Co is a restaurant within Brimbank Park which offers dine-in or takeaway.
Address: Brimbank Park, Keilor Park Dr, Keilor East
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 7am-3pm, Sat - Sun 8am - 5pm
Phone: (03) 9336 3909
Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes in South East Melbourne
2. Union Street Reserve Playground and Malvern Tennis Centre Playground (Armadale)
Cubbyhouse Canteen is right next to two playgrounds and has lovely staff and food.
Address: 43A Union St, Armadale
Opening Hours: 8am-4pm, closed Monday & Tuesday
Phone: 0421 173 886
3. North Road Foreshore Reserve Playground (Brighton)
North Point Cafe is a family-run hangout with bay views offering all-day breakfast, lunch and an outdoor dining area. The cafe is directly opposite the pirate ship playground beside the bay.
Address: 2B North Rd, Brighton
Opening Hours: 7:30am - 5pm
Phone: (03) 9596 9196
4. Elwood Foreshore Playground (Elwood)
Wild Gypsea Cafe is attached to a wellness centre on the foreshore and located beside the playground. The cafe serves wholesome food with organic and ethical produce.
Address: 63A Ormond Esplanade, Elwood VIC 3184
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 6am-9pm, Sat - Sun 8am-7pm
Phone: 0478 683 517
5. Phoenix Park Playground (Malvern East)
Phoenix Park Cafe is right next to the wooden adventure playground and offers outdoor seating, dine-in and takeaway.
Address: 22 Rob Roy Road, Malvern East
Opening Hours: 10am-4pm
Phone: (03) 9563 4587
6. Keast Park Playground (Seaford)
Crackerjack Beachfront Restaurant is located in the Keast Park Pavilion next to the playground and beach. It offers hot breakfast and modern bistro dishes in an airy space with bay views. Dinner is available on Fridays and Saturdays. Take-away coffee and drinks are available.
Address: Keast Park, 4/1N Nepean Hwy, Seaford
Opening Hours: Wed - Thu 9am-3pm, Fri - Sat 9am-3pm & 6-9pm, Mon & Tue closed
Phone: (03) 9772 5757
7. Springvale Community Hub Park Playground (Springvale)
Frankie and Co Cafe is co-located with the playground and other recreational facilities. It serves breakfast, bakery, burgers, hot food, drinks and snacks.
Address: 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Sun closed
Phone: 0433 610 890
8. Jacoby Reserve Playground (St Kilda West)
Cowderoys Dairy is a retro, milk bar-style cafe featuring homestyle breakfast and lunch food and a kid's menu. The playground is nearby.
Address: 14 Cowderoy St, St Kilda West
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm, Sat-Sun 7:30am-3:30pm
Phone: (03) 7012 3541
9. Jells Park Yabbie Hill Playspace (Wheelers Hill)
Madeline's at Jells is close to the great playground. It serves breakfast and lunch in a bistro setting plus tables on the deck.
Address: Jells Park, Waverley Rd, Wheelers Hill
Opening Hours: Wed - Fri 9am-3pm, Sat - Sun 8am-4pm, Mon & Tues closed.
Phone: (03) 9561 4522
Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes in South West Melbourne
10. Barrabool Boulevard Playground (Mambourin)
Little Growling Cafe is a 100m walk away from the playground and serves breakfast, lunch and a range of drinks.
Address: 370 Black Forest Rd, Mambourin
Opening Hours: 7:30am-3pm. Mon closed.
Phone: 0481 820 754
11. Paradise Parade Playground (Point Cook)
Alamanda Cafe & Bistro is at the end of the playground with outdoor seating serving up Italian dishes, tapas and hearty steaks.
Address: 2-10 Paradise Parade, Point Cook
Opening Hours: Mon Closed, Tues-Fri 7:30am-4pm, Sat-Sun 8am-4pm
Phone: (03) 8353 1281
12. The Grove Playground (Tarneit)
Little Growling Cafe is wrapped by a playground with a huge tunnel slide and serves breakfast, lunch and a range of drinks.
Address: 180 Davis Rd, Tarneit
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-3pm, Sat-Sun 7:30pm-4pm
Phone: 0404 311 833
Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes in North East Melbourne
13. Collingwood Children's Farm (Abbotsford)
The Farm Cafe is a lovely cafe which highlights local and seasonal produce with homemade country dishes and trestle tables among kid-friendly farm attractions.
Address: 18 St Heliers St, Abbotsford
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-3pm, Sat-Sun 9am-4pm
Phone: (03) 9415 6581
14. Bayswater Park Playground (Bayswater)
Montano's Patisserie Cafe is a short walk up the hill along Mountain Highway from the playground. It serves Italian and Greek pastries, cakes, desserts, coffee and breakfasts.
Address: 719-721 Mountain Hwy, Bayswater
Opening Hours: 7am - 4pm (from 8am on Sunday)
Phone: (03) 9720 7770
15. Glen Park Playground (Bayswater North)
Cafe on the Park is a registered social enterprise cafe and serves delicious coffee and food. It is only a very short walk from the playground area.
Address: 30 Glen Park Rd, Bayswater North
Opening Hours: Tue-Fri 8:30am-3pm, Sat-Mon closed
Phone: (03) 9720 5097
16. Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Playground (Blackburn)
Miss Lucy is a farm-to-table eatery and cafe that emphasises the importance of shared, wholesome food. The menu is handmade with seasonal produce and lots of love. There is a dedicated space for little kids with lovely toys. The cafe is across the road from the playground.
Address: 133 Central Road, Nunawading
Opening Hours: 8am - 3pm. Closed on Saturday
Phone: (03) 9259 2022
17. Banksia Waratah Reserve Playground (Burwood)
Foodrinkery is a casual cafe with indoor and outdoor seating which is kid friendly. The courtyard opens to the park where the playground is located.
Address: 22 Banksia St, Burwood
Opening Hours: 8am-4pm
Phone: (03) 9808 2468
18. Wyreena Community Arts Centre Playground (Croydon)
The Conservatory Cafe sits beside the enchanting play space within four acres of beautiful established gardens. The cafe is open for dine-in meals, cake, coffee and takeaway.
Address: 13-23 Hull Rd, Croydon
Opening Hours: 9am-3pm. Sunday closed.
Phone: (03) 9725 0992
19. Manna Gum Playspace (Doncaster East/Warrandyte)
Beasley's Nursery & Tea House offers breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and High Tea. Takeaway coffee, tea and cold beverages, along with cakes and biscuits are available. The cafe is next to the playground.
Address: 195 Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd, Warrandyte
Opening Hours: 8:30am - 5pm
Phone: (03) 9844 1777
20. Diamond Creek Regional Playspace (Diamond Creek)
Diamond Creek Rotary Tram Cafe is operated by the Rotary Club of Diamond Creek and sits on a big mound at the southern end of the playground. The cafe is constructed from a restored W-class tram and serves drinks, muffins, ice-cream and cookies. The cafe is run by Rotary volunteers, local community groups and staff baristas with profits returned to community projects and those groups who volunteer.
Address: 28 Main Hurstbridge Road, Diamond Creek
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am - 3:30pm, Sat & Sun 9am - 4pm
Phone: N/A
21. Verdant Park Playground, Phar Lap Drive Playground and Heritage Boulevard Playground (Doncaster)
Stables Provedore Cafe is located in the middle of an area with three nice playgrounds. It is set in a charming architectural landmark which was built to house prized racehorses. The cafe serves breakfast and lunch meals and the provedore offers gourmet take away "grab and go" meals.
Address: 71 Stables Cct, Doncaster
Opening Hours: 7am - 4pm (from 8am on weekends)
Phone: (03) 9993 0731
Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes in Central Melbourne
22. Golden Square Bicentennial Park Playground (Burnley)
Serotonin offers gourmet, health-conscious meals in a light-filled space with a stylish, contemporary design. The park across the road has a small playground where kids are sure to hear and see trains go past.
Address: 52 Madden Grove, Burnley
Opening Hours: Wed-Sun 8am-3pm, Mon-Tue closed
Phone: N/A
23. Green Park Playground (Carlton North)
Park Street, which is next door to the simple playground, serves Mediterranean dishes with books and toys for kids, plus a piano.
Address: 815 Nicholson St, Carlton North
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-3pm, Sat-Sun 8am-3pm
Phone: (03) 9380 5499
24. Coronet Street Playground (Flemington)
Crown Street Stables is a social enterprise cafe in a beautiful heritage building beside the playground which has equipment for toddlers which reflects the horse racing history of the site. The menu is highly subsidised and extra discounts are available if you have a concession card.
Address: 40 Crown St, Flemington
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-3pm, Sat-Sun 10am-3:30pm
Phone: (03) 9372 5350
25. Artplay Birrarung Marr Playground (Melbourne CBD)
The playground is close to Fed Square and Federation Wharf where there are a multitude of eating places including Mama's Kitchen (Middle East flavours), Taxi Kitchen (contemporary Australian cuisine with a hint of Asian influence), Pilgrim Bar (relaxed outdoor setting alongside the historic Federation Wharf with food for sharing and range of drinks), Hero ACMI (contemporary day-to-night food and wine bar experience with a seasonally driven menu), Chocolate Buddha (Japanese style), Riverland Bar (outdoor venue at Federation Wharf serving quick food and drinks), Time Out (all-day dining looking over the main screen) and Time Out (food that goes well with a beer).
Address: Federation Square, Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne
Opening Hours: From early to late depending on the place
26. Maritime Cove Community Park Playground (Port Melbourne)
Caps Cafe located beside the beach and playground offers coffee, breakfast and lunch.
Address: 200 The Blvd, Port Melbourne
Opening Hours: 8am-2pm
Phone: (03) 9676 6964
Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes on the Mornington Peninsula
27. Delaray Park Playground (Clyde North)
Deoro & Co Cafe which offers meal options and coffee is next door to the playground.
Address: 66 Deoro Parade, Clyde North
Opening Hours: Sat - Thu 8am - 3pm, Fri 8am - 10pm
Phone: (03) 9016 8227
28. Brompton Estate Playground (Cranbourne South)
Little Wolf Cafe is located near the car parking area for the playground. A licensed cafe which serves breakfast and lunch with kids menu.
Address: Encore Blvd, Cranbourne South
Opening Hours: Wed - Fri 7:30am - 3pm. Sat - Sun 8am-4pm. Closed Mon & Tues.
Phone: (03) 9092 0409
29. Clarinda Park Playground (Cranbourne West)
Cafe Cibo Bar is next to the playground and serves drinks, breakfast and lunch including kids meals. There are some other shops including Clarinda Village Fish and Chippery.
Address: 85 Everlasting Blvd, Cranbourne West
Opening Hours: Mon - Thu 7am-2pm, Fri 7am-3pm & 5-9pm, Sat & Sun 7am-3pm
Phone: 0432 235 665
30. Strathlea Drive Shopping Area Playground (Cranbourne West)
Coffee Bean Cafe is next to a small fenced playground and serves breakfast, lunch and drinks.
Address: Shop 5/ 21 Strathlea Dr, Cranbourne West
Opening Hours: 7am - 3:30pm
Phone: (03) 9775 9700
31. A.W. Peterson Reserve Playground (Crib Point)
Point 202 Cafe & Take Away has coffee and quick bites. The cafe is directly across the road from the playground.
Address: 202 Stony Point Rd, Crib Point
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-3pm, Sat 7am-2pm, Sun closed
Phone: (03) 5983 6496
32. Frankston Regional Foreshore Playground (Frankston)
Sofia Frankston which is located on the Frankston Foreshore Reserve beside the playground, serves homestyle Italian food in a casual beachfront venue, including specialty pizzas and ice cream. Take out is available.
Address: 5N Pier Promenade (Next to Frankston Pier), Frankston
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday: May - October 10:00 am - till late, November - April 9:00 am - till late.
Phone: (03) 9781 3303
33. Rosebud Foreshore Playground (Rosebud)
There are a range of cafes and eating places very close to the playground including Jetty's Pizza, Owens Dumpling Noodle Bar, Baro Mediterranean Restaurant and The Pier Cafe.
Address: 870 - 889 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud
Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes in Outer East Melbourne
34. Pioneers Park Playground (Berwick)
Primary @ Pioneers Park overlooks the playground and serves breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea in a light-filled cafe with gardens and outdoor tables.
Address: 1-11 Peel St, Berwick
Opening Hours: 8am-4pm
Phone: (03) 9768 9681
35. Gembrook Leisure Park Playground (Gembrook)
Spencers Store has a relaxed atmosphere with a courtyard dining area, quality coffee, great food choices including a kids menu. It is a very short walk from the playground.
Address: 97 Main St, Gembrook
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-4pm, Sat-Sun 8am-4pm
Phone: (03) 5968 1715
36. Bunjil Place Playground (Narre Warren)
Bunjil Place Cafe is located in the main foyer of Bunji Place and offers hot and cold beverages as well as a wide variety of food options curated by an in-house chef.
Address: Bunjil Place, Patrick NE Dr, Narre Warren
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30am-4pm, Sat 9:30am-4pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Phone: (03) 9709 9700
37. Deep Creek Eco Playspace (Pakenham)
Deep Creek Reserve Cafe at the Deep Creek Golf Club, about 50m away from the playground, serves drinks and simple meals.
Address: 62 Cameron Way Deep Creek Reserve, Pakenham
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat 8:30am-4pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Phone: (03) 5941 2929
Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes in Inner North Melbourne
38. Bundoora Park Play Space (Bundoora)
Bundoora Park Farm and Cafe fronts a delightful fully fenced play space and has a takeaway menu of food and drinks, with child-friendly options.
Address: 1069 Plenty Rd, Bundoora
Opening Hours: 10am-4pm
Phone: (03) 8470 8170
39. Possum Hollow Park Playground (Heidelberg)
Chancez Cafe, which is located within the fenced playground, supports people to gain confidence, experience and skills. The cafe serves coffee and light bites in a covered outdoor seating area.
Address: Lot 1 Beverley Rd, Heidelberg
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-3pm, Sun closed.
Phone: (03) 8457 3133
40. Maribyrnong Park Playground (Moonee Ponds)
The Boathouse overlooks the Maribyrnong River beside the playground. In addition to an indoor restaurant there is an outdoor kiosk which offers an assortment of drinks, snacks and house churned ice cream.
Address: 7 The Blvd, Moonee Ponds
Opening Hours: 9am-4pm
Phone: (03) 9375 2456
41. Queens Park Playground (Moonee Ponds)
Curators Collective, next to a popular but limited playground, serves all day breakfast and lunch, snacks, kids meals and drinks. In Queens Park you need to be on pigeon alert since they will swoop in if you are inattentive.
Address: 778 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds
Opening Hours: 8.30-4pm
Phone: N/A
Playgrounds With On-Site Cafes in Outer North Melbourne
42. Cloverton Estate Playground (Kalkallo)
Dwyer Street Cafe which offers drinks and cafe faire is next to the playground area.
Address: Corner Dwyer Street and Design Way, Kalkallo
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-3pm, Sat & Sun closed.
Phone: 0448 338 557
43. Gumnut Park Playground (Donnybrook)
Shared Cup Cafe, right next to the playground area with indoor and outdoor seating, is a not-for-profit enterprise community cafe. breakfast, lunch and takeaway options are available.
Address: 995 Donnybrook Road, Donnybrook
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 8am - 3pm, Fri 8am - 8pm, Sat & Sun 8am - 4pm
Phone: (03) 7019 5112
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