Phillip Island is not just your typical small island. Internationally renewed for its huge colony of fairy penguins and amazing wildlife, this little island now prides itself on some great produce, cafes & restaurants too. So if you have an upcoming family holiday planned to Phillip Island, check out this handy guide on Where to eat with Kids in Phillip Island.
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Phillip Island: The perfect family holiday destination
The little island just 1.5 hours south of Melbourne has soo many things to do for the whole family. It’s perfect for a weekend, a day trip or even a week holiday. The fairy penguins are the star attraction, drawing local and international visitors from all over the world, to see these tiny 30 cm high adorable creatures make their way into their borrows every evening at the Penguin Parade!
There are also several FREE attractions to enjoy with Kids, beautiful beaches, caves as well as an abundance of wildlife all over the island. For a day of fun, Phillip Island also has A Maze n Things, a magic-themed park and maze that the whole family can enjoy.
Where to eat with Kids in Phillip Island
There are so many great places to eat in Phillip Island!
San Remo, just before you cross the bridge is a thriving little town and popular for the daily Pelican Feeding (one of the best FREE attractions to see with Kids when visiting Phillip Island) with some great dining spots too.
Once on the Island, the main town is Cowes (just 15 minutes from San Remo), which has a long strip of restaurants down Thompson Avenue. Heading towards Cowes jetty there are lots of dining options like restaurants, pubs, and bakeries, as well as shops and takeaway restaurants.
Other parts of the island have smaller town centres, and you can also find hidden gems out in the countryside of this beautiful island.
I’ve put together this list of some of my favourite places to eat, for the parents to enjoy a great meal too of course!
Cowes
- North Pier Hotel: family-friendly pub facing the water with a huge play area with bouncy castles. northpierhotel.com.au
- Gday Tiger: Modern take-away barista-made coffee and gourmet toasties. gdaytiger.com.au
- Pika Sushi: Takeaway sushi & restaurant with made-to-order Sushi rolls & Japanese classics. Kids menu in cool car-themed plates too! This was one of my favourite places to eat in Phillip Island with Kids! pikasushi.com.au
- Isola di Capri: Trendy Italian restaurant for pizza & pasta. Isola Gelateria is located next door for delicious ice cream. isoladicapri.com.au
- Pinos Trattoria: A longstanding local of Cowes, this large Family-friendly Italian restaurant is a popular favourite! pinostrattoria.com.au
Other parts of the Island
- Island Pies Newhaven: Just over the bridge in Phillip Island. Home of the scallop pie (reccommend!) and other delicious baked goods! facebook.com/p/Island-Pies-Bakery-Newhaven
- The Store, Ventnor: Lovely cafe and produce store in peaceful farmland surrounded by grazing cows & shady trees. thestore-phillipisland.com.au
- Phillip Island Winery (Lunch only): Winery and wood-fired pizzas, outdoor games and plenty of room for the kids to run around. phillipislandwinery.com.au
- Farmhouse Kitchen on Churchill Island: Located across on Churchill Island, with an amazing view of the surrounding green hills and the sea, this farm cafe is a great spot for brunch & lunch. facebook.com/p/Churchill-Island-Farmhouse-Kitchen
- Cafe at the Nobbies Centre, Ventnor: Located at the Nobbies Centre, the large cafe has amazing views over the hill facing Seal Rock. Toasted baguettes, Fish & Chips, baked goods and ice-creams are available for morning tea and lunch.
San Remo
- Sanny Side: Tasty toasties & sandwiches and great coffee in this little cafe near the beach on Marine Parade. Get there early for lunch as they sell out! sannyside.au
- Co-Op Fish and Chips: These guys have been operating here and running the daily Pelican Feeding for almost 40 years. They serve up some great fish and chips and also have a fresh seafood store. srfco.com.au/fish-and-chips-san-remo-phillip-island
- Westernport Hotel San Remo: a popular place with the locals and visitors, this pub in the heart of San Remo dishes up all the pub classics and has also a kids menu and play area. Suitable for younger kids in the early evening as they have live music later on. thewesternport.com.au
Where to Stay In Phillip Island with Kids
Need a place to stay in Phillip Island?
NRMA Phillip Island Beachfront Holiday Park
On a prime location on the waterfront just a 3-minute walk to Cowes main beach, this holiday park has a variety of cabins suitable for all budgets and families as well as BBQ facilities and a kids playground on site.
The new Beachfront Glamping tents are a luxurious addition to the park, with uninterrupted sea views, modern amenities and an outdoor bath too!
Check Prices and Availability for NRMA Phillip Island HERE
Want to read more?
You can read more about Phillip Island in my other post on 5 Free Things to Do in Phillip Island with Kids and Top 8 Family Attractions in Phillip Island!
