Gardens Lake Cafe

4.3 ( 252 reviews )
Checking... 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM See Hours
$1–20
Alexandra Gardens, Ararat VIC 3377, Australia
+61 3 5352 5626
Nestled by the serene lakeside in Alexandra Gardens, Gardens Lake Cafe invites you into a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere. With wheelchair-accessible facilities and a welcoming environment for all, it stands out as an ideal spot for groups or solo dining. The menu features a delightful array of options, from hearty breakfast dishes to vibrant vegan creations, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Patrons rave about the excellent coffee and beautifully presented meals, particularly the vegan chicken burger. Whether you choose to dine in the charming interior or enjoy a meal outdoors, Gardens Lake Cafe offers a memorable culinary experience amidst nature's beauty.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • Does not have assistive hearing loop
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves healthy options
    • Sells prepared foods
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For Gardens Lake Cafe

Barry Collins
Apr 6,2025
I was at Gardens Lake Cafe on Australia Day. The cafe did an amazing job with the number of people there. They told us it would be a 45 to 1 hour wait, but it was worth the wait. The food was absolutely delicious.
Brad Uwland
Mar 29,2025
Great cafe right next to the lake and the gardens. Nice to grab a table and sit out on the grass. Food and staff are great!
Brad P
Mar 21,2025
I was passing through town on a long motorbike adventure and stopped in here for a quick breakfast on sunday morning (02/02). The two ladies working here were incredibly polite. The bacon and egg roll was possibly the BEST I have ever had and the coffee wasn't to bad either. Thank you.
Wendy Chum
Mar 4,2025
Great atmosphere, dog friendly and lovely staff. Good selection of hot food and sweets.
john wines
Feb 10,2025
A great spot for lunchHuge serves
Dena Hadian
Feb 7,2025
Road tripping with pup, missed kitchen hours, but garden lake cafe's warmth shone! Free puppy chino & lovely vibes. Perfect pit stop! We'll return for food & hospitality.
Betty Damianidis
Jan 27,2025
A great little place. The staff were great. The food was delicious. The menu is huge. The servings are very generous.
David Wentworth
Jan 20,2025
Awesome food, cafe looks underwhelming from the outside, but home cooked goodies and great meals adorn the counters inside. My wife said best Chicken Burger she has ever had, I had the Snity with Onion Rings, Salad and Gravy...so good, we intended to have something breakfasty but as we saw the other guests meals we couldnt resist on a Brunch, Coffee was Grinders and was supurb. As we left we spied a homemade apple pie and ice cream on the pass, so we bought 2 pies to take home as well.

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