Jan 2026 Beautiful farm with lovely/lively animals !…read more Kid friendly with a dedicated outdoor play area Their cafe has plenty options for lunch/snacks and is a great stop on the way to Philip island Service is quick and prompt with an open kitchen in the back :)

Had yummy scones and hot chocolate for brunch. It's a comfortable place to enjoy with kids as they…read morehave farm animals you can look at in the rear. They also offer tours i believe. Would come again for scones and hot chocolate.

Mad cow disease is a brain disorder in adult cattle that may be spread to humans through diseased…read moremeat, hence a curiously yet puntastically named cafe, maybe I will skip the beef. With an open view out to the water I visited on the first day of a long weekend and the vibe was relaxed. Coffee arrived with a layer of milky foam I was frothing to drink it and it didn't let me down. Flavours were subtle and it went down smooth and easy. Food was a delicious umami delight. My order was the Madcowes Hash ($18), the large croquette was crispy, kasundi mushrooms meaty, egg soft and oozing offset nicely with crisp watercress. Looked good and tasted great .. olive oil was so fresh it was almost fluorescent green! Grab the bull by the horns and pop into this cafe when you're next in this small seaside town. Papers a plenty! Music - none, just the sound of voices reverberating around. Less ambiance but easy to chat

I'm glad I found this place !…read more Looking for a place to have a quick meal while i was visiting Phillip island, I ended in Cowes, I first went to another place, without any reviews and that I couldn't even see on Yelp, to give it a try. I sat, saw the waitress passing in front of me and watching me two times, and after 5 minutes without getting any intention (at least maybe, giving me a menu?) I decided that, well, maybe it was enough. THANK GOD (or whatever I don't believe in) because I ended up here instead ! Decided to go healthy (that's impressive Pierre) and had the Mad Cowes chicken salad (as you could see in the pictures) and it was a freaking good as it looked awesome ! The seasonning was just perfect, the chicken was not dry at all, and... I HATE THE CUCUMBERS (ALL OF THEM) You don't know me, but it's a big deal, if I say to my friends that I ate cucumbers, they would die instantly. It's like Superman eating Kryptonite, or... Batman eating his dead parents ! (it's a big deal) I had a perfect lemon meringue pie with a marvelous Mocha and that was it, I'm in love. oh and add a friendly staff, and a wonderful view on the ocean. YEAH

They advertise winning Australia's best pie for the mushroom and truffle pie and it was definitely…read moreworth the stop while in the area. The pie was really delicious, with a light flaky crust and rich creamy filling. Super delicious savory flavor with big chunks of mushroom. My coffee was fine but I wouldn't make a special point of getting coffee here. Really friendly service!

I adore the pastries and slices here. Everything tasted just like home and how I'd remembered…read moreyears ago strolling along Hesse St with a cup of coffee and a slice, looking at all the lovely stores. Service was fast and friendly.

More of a swanky gift shop with cafe than what I think of when I hear "general store"…read more I've only been for brekky a few times, and coffee, which were both quality. Just across the road there's a platform walkway down to the beach, with a nice view of Phillip Island and Melbourne in the distance. Perfect stop for a leisurely morning visit!

Been here for quite a few breakfasts as well as a function or two, and it's always a very pleasant…read morevisit. Located just across from the beach, you really feel the neighborhood love this place gets, with dogs tied up out the front hanging out while their owners catch up on the local gossip inside with a coffee. There's some gourmet products to buy, but it's not the kind of general store to stock your cupboards up from. Food has always been good, and staff nice, making it a great spot to stop with visiting the peninsula.

The food is amazing the workers are kind but I have only one criticism, it's pretty overpriced like…read moreit's not to overpriced but it's expensive but it's still nice as it's homegrown and does take a bit overall it's nice

Verdict: Melbourne is absolutely packed with Bakeries of all shapes and sizes, but none of the ones…read moreI visited even holds a candle to Tooradin Bakery. If you're in the area (likely en route from the city to Philip Island), there's no reason you shouldn't drop by. Star 1: How was the service and atmosphere? Getting satisfaction from the food at a shop or restaurant is one thing, but receiving just as much satisfaction from the service is a rare treat. At Tooradin, this is very much the case, with a well-versed and friendly staff that appears to keep the locals coming back on a daily basis. In combination with a spacious yet quaint package of both indoor and outdoor seating, Tooradin Bakery really does have it all in the service and atmosphere departments. Star Granted. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? While I opted to pay $2.80 for a Chocolate Chip Biscuit (it would seem as though large, fresh-baked Chocolate Chip Cookies haven't quite caught on in Australia... oh well), just about everything I saw in Tooradin Bakery represented a good deal. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=AE21auofEBYF5hR9D_hblA&userid=OKX-V5j_qfuOebeHeWGrHg Star Granted. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? While my Chocolate Chip Biscuit was quite good, it's the selection at Tooradin Bakery that really is a selling point. With goods ranging from breads to sweets to pies that could serve anyone from a single to a full family of five, Tooradin's selection trumps anything I encountered in the city. Additionally, with a fully functioning Deli, Tooradin really does have every base covered. Dual Stars Granted. Star 5: Would you eat here every day if you could? Absolutely, and it would appear as though a host of Tooradin locals do just that. With great service, good prices and a truly incredible selection... who wouldn't? Star Granted.

3.7. Feels and is a bit old fashioned in look. Sometimes that's a virtue…read more This is a nice little place with a substantial outdoor area at the front facing the bay and catching the water. The cafe proper is sometimes open to the elements at the front when the weather is right. It was a cool and sunny day and open to the air was just the right feel today. I had difficulty choosing the food today. The Dagwood Bumstead burger, basically a hamburger with the lot with chips on the side, sounded pretty good. My partner selected the BLT with cheese. The food was old fashioned but good. It was just what we were after. The burger was big, tasty and generous. A substantial meal with done lovely chips. The BLT was very well received too. It was all delightfully retro. There was good music playing too. Nice service throughout as well and the staff seemed happy and engaged. I realised I've been here a number of times over the years and I'll definitely return again.

Concerning when a cafe has a sign that reads something along the lines... "If you had a good…read moreexperience, tell your friends. If it wasn't so good, then tell us" I started to tell the guy clearing our table about the food but he just smiled and moved on. It's sad when the general response becomes "How'd you enjoy it guys" instead of something like "How was everything?"... Or "I noticed you only took one sip out of your coffee... was it ok?" First off our order was completely wrong with our poached eggs being over cooked and eggs we wanted well done being runny. Coffee was extremely average and food was generally over priced. My recommendation is try somewhere else...

I'll be honest, I'm familiar with the owners of Maggie's cafe but I'm surely not biased when I say…read morethat the coffee is always good and the food handmade with care.. what else do you need really when you want to have a nice meal in Rye? The juices are always made to order - perfect and healthy for a hot summer's day. Last time I had a toasted sandwich which was yummy. When the weather is nice the outdoor seating with big shady umbrellas makes a great place to enjoy the view of the beach and pier.

Maggie's Cafe is the kind of place I would expect in a smaller, touristy town. It has a decent…read moreselection of food to dine in or for take away. You can select from the breakfast or lunch menu all day. Our food was good but not great. Everyone was hungry thus it was a welcome sight. Fish and chips were average. The chunky chips were bright yellow and I enjoyed the small side salad. My friend enjoyed her toastie which they serve a couple variations that can be customised. The extra star goes to the service. One of the ladies took time to chat when she heard our American accent. They were receptive to questions about the two types of fish served and extra sauce requests. It was nice to feel welcomed in a place like this.

Came here for breakfast one morning while staying with a friend in Mt Eliza during my trip. The…read moreplace was packed! We sat at the communal table across from the display counter. The menu is simple, packed with fresh, healthy options as well as more substantial. Most of us order eggs in some form or manner. My friend orders an avocado mash with bacon. Her husband orders scrambled eggs on toast, while I opted for poached. My son is the only one who chooses a short rib dish for breakfast. Coffees are a must and the ones here are stellar. Choose the single origin offerings. Our server was delightful. I wish I had gotten his name!

From the moment we stepped into The Winey Cow, we felt right at home. The atmosphere is the perfect…read morebalance of relaxed and vibrant - modern, welcoming, and full of charm. It's the kind of place where you can catch up with friends for a long brunch or treat yourself to a solo coffee and feel totally at ease. The food? Next level. Every dish is beautifully presented and packed with flavour. You can tell there's genuine thought and creativity behind the menu--there's something for everyone, whether you're after something nourishing, indulgent, or somewhere in between. Plus, their coffee game is strong! The staff truly make the experience. Friendly, attentive, and always up for a chat or a recommendation - they go above and beyond to make you feel special. It's that warm, personal touch that keeps you coming back. And can we talk about the Boozy Brunch? Absolute genius. Mimosas, good food, and great vibes - what more could you want? If you're in Mornington and haven't visited The Winey Cow yet, you're missing out. It's everything you want in a café and then some. We'll definitely be back (again and again)!