Our favourite cafes in Eglinton for families
The Church Block Cafe
Address: 1/27 Alexander Street, Eglinton 2795
Opening hours: 8 am to 12 pm, Monday to Saturday
The Church Block Cafe is a local gem for Eglinton families looking for a relaxed breakfast, morning snack or hot coffee close to home.
Enjoy a snack in the sunny courtyard of this quaint cafe, which is nestled in an old clapboard church. Its menu includes simple favourites like toasties, quiche, cakes and other sweet and savoury bites, with plenty of options for sharing with little ones.
Plus, you can bring the family dog along, with pups welcome in the outdoor area. This local business also offers wheelchair access, and street parking is available along Alexander Street.
Our tip for parents
Visit earlier in the morning if you want the widest choice from the cake cabinet and light food selection! On Saturdays, the outdoor tables can fill up quickly, so an earlier visit gives you a better chance of settling in.
Teahouse
Address: 253 George Street, Bathurst, 2795
Opening hours: 10 am to 4:30 pm Thursday to Friday, 10 am to 1 pm Saturday
Teahouse is a lovely place to take kids on a special outing with parents, grandparents or friends. Set inside a charming Bathurst building with a French-inspired feel, it offers a quieter cafe experience that can feel like a special treat for older children.
The tea room serves a wide selection of handcrafted tea blends in individual pots and teacups. Sweet treats are also available, and the adjoining teacup and gift shop give mini explorers plenty to marvel at before heading home.
Thursday and Friday afternoon trading makes Teahouse especially convenient for an end-of-week stop after daycare or preschool.
If everyone’s running low on energy, you can also pick up a treat to take away instead of staying for a full sit-down visit.
Our tip for parents
Teahouse is a lovely pick for older children who enjoy a quieter outing and the novelty of a more grown-up cafe experience!
Dynasty’s Rockabilly
Address: 203 George Street, Bathurst, 2795
Opening hours: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Tuesday to Friday, 8 am to 3 pm Saturday, 8:30 am to 2:30 pm Sunday
Dynasty’s Rockabilly is a fun pick for families who want a cafe with plenty of personality near Eglinton.
The colourful 1950s American diner theme offers plenty for kids to enjoy, while the lively atmosphere makes it feel more like an adventure than a quick stop for something to eat.
The menu mixes American diner favourites with familiar Australian cafe food, including bacon and egg rolls, sloppy joes, loaded hot dogs and sliders. There’s plenty for kids to pick from, with generous options that work well for an early lunch or afternoon treat.
Dessert is a big part of the appeal here. Families can choose from sundaes, milkshakes and more unusual treats like funnel cakes and deep-fried marshmallows!
Our tip for parents
Pair your visit with a trip to Bathurst Adventure Playground, around four blocks from the CBD. The dual flying fox, large sandpit, climbing walls, maze and dinosaur sculptures are ideal for burning off energy before or after your cafe stop.
Bathurst River Cafe
Address: 2 Stephens Lane, Kelso, 2795
Opening hours: 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, Wednesday to Sunday
Only a short drive from Eglinton, Bathurst River Cafe gives families space to slow down over breakfast, brunch or lunch beside the Macquarie Wambuul River.
Set within the restored Bathurst River House estate, this cafe combines river views with sprawling gardens that feel worlds away from the bustle of town.
There’s lots on the menu for appetites big and small, too, including homemade cakes, smoothies, açaí bowls, bacon and egg rolls and seasonal dishes.
Parents can enjoy coffee from Little Coffee Co, while gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options make it easier to accommodate various dietary requirements.
Our tip for parents
Book ahead and request an outdoor table so you can make the most of the riverside setting. The lawns and gardens make this a particularly gorgeous spot for some family snaps!
Moubar Vintage
Address: Shop 13, Brooke Moore Centre, 142 William Street, Bathurst, 2795
Opening hours: 6:30 am to 12 pm Monday to Friday, 7 am to 12 pm Saturday
Moubar Vintage is a handy morning stop for families on the way to or from drop-off, with coffee served from a walk-up window at the Brooke Moore Centre.
Its vine-covered courtyard feels tucked away from the street, creating a relaxed spot for a quick coffee, a snack with kids or an easy Saturday morning catch-up.
Moubar also has a fun local backstory. The business began as a vintage-style caravan, adding a playful point of difference that curious kids will enjoy.
Our tip for parents
Saturday is a good time to visit if you want a more peaceful family stop. Moubar opens at 7 am, so you can grab a coffee and take a stroll through central Bathurst before heading home.
Country Coffee
Address: 161 George Street, Bathurst, 2795
Opening hours: 8 am to 3 pm every day
Country Coffee is a reliable go-to any day of the week. This family-friendly cafe near Eglinton has offered dine-in, outdoor seating, and takeaway since 1990.
Set in the heart of Bathurst with seven-day trading, it’s a convenient choice for all kinds of family outings, from a slow weekend breakfast to a quick post-daycare snack.
The all-day breakfast menu keeps things simple with plenty of familiar favourites, including pancakes, French toast, banana bread and scones with jam and cream. There are also vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, catering to families with different dietary needs.
Our tip for parents
Try to arrive by around 2 pm, so you have time to order and enjoy your meal before the 3 pm close. Weekends can get busy, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Good Catch Cafe
Address: 1/85 George Street, Bathurst, 2795
Opening hours: 11 am to 2:30 pm and 4 pm to 8:30 pm, Tuesday to Sunday
Good Catch Cafe is best for those afternoons when daycare pick-up rolls straight into dinner time. The kitchen reopens at 4 pm, perfect for families who want to sit down for an early meal or grab takeaway before everyone gets too tired and hungry.
Fish and chips are the main attraction. That said, the menu also includes Asian-inspired dishes like chicken dumplings and salt and pepper squid, so children have the chance to try something a bit different while still keeping familiar favourites within reach.
Our tip for parents
Good Catch is in the Bathurst CBD, so allow a few extra minutes to find a park before dinner. Street parking is available around George Street, but check the signs when you arrive as time limits apply across much of the CBD.
Hometown Cafe
Address: Shop 1/38 William Street, Bathurst, 2795
Opening hours: 9 am to 2:30 pm Monday to Sunday, as well as 5 pm to 8 pm Wednesday to Friday
Another great spot for young taste buds, Hometown Café serves Western favourites and Asian-inspired dishes. From Wednesday to Friday, the café reopens at 5 pm, making it easy to fit in an early meal before the evening routine kicks in.
Its menu has plenty of approachable choices for children. Little ones can keep things simple with popcorn chicken and fries, while parents tuck into a delicious sushi bowl.
That mix of familiar and new flavours makes Hometown a good place for families with different tastes, especially if you want to encourage kids to try something beyond their usual café order without taking too much of a gamble.
Our tip for parents
If you’re visiting with a fussy eater, start with something familiar and add dumplings, tempura or another small dish to ease them into new flavours.
Annie’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlour
Address: 82/86 George Street, Bathurst, 2795
Opening hours: 9 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Wednesday, 9 am to 9 pm Thursday to Friday, 10 am to 9 pm Saturday, 11 am to 5:30 pm Sunday
This one isn’t technically a cafe. That said, it’s one of our favourite things to do in Bathurst with kids!
Annie’s has been a scrumptious staple since 1983, and feels made for little celebrations. One scoop after daycare, a milkshake on the weekend or dessert after dinner can turn an ordinary afternoon into a core memory.
Kids will love the retro milk bar-style counter, where picking from the ice cream cabinet can be just as exciting as eating it!
The ice cream is made on site, with a variety of classic favourites and flavours featuring a local twist. The standout is Sofala Gold, a mix of honeycomb caramel goodness that takes its name from the historic gold-rush town nearby.
Our tip for parents
Make the most of the later Thursday and Friday hours and save Annie’s for an after-dinner delight. It’s an easy way to stretch out a special family evening.
Join our play-based early learning centre in Eglinton
From calm courtyards to vibrant diners, there are heaps of family-friendly cafes around Eglinton to turn daycare pick-up into an afternoon outing together. These simple moments can be a lovely extension of a day spent learning, playing and connecting.
At Junior’s Journey, we provide long day care and a government-approved preschool program for the Eglinton community in a warm, nurturing environment.
Our qualified early childhood educators support little learners to build confidence, explore new ideas and form strong relationships through play-based learning.
Care is available Monday to Friday from 7 am to 6 pm, giving local families a flexible option close to home.
Book a tour, enrol your child or speak with our team to learn more about our Eglinton early learning centre.
