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Millars Lara

80 Westlakes Blvd, Lara VIC 3212, Australia

Recommended by 30 people

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Find Millars Lara

80 Westlakes Blvd, Lara VIC 3212, Australia

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+61 3 5282 4871
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Millars Lara

Perched beside Grand Lakes parkland, Millars Lara pairs scenic water views with hearty cafe fare steps from the playground. Mornings draw regulars for flat whites and breakfast paninis, while parents grab outdoor tables with clear sightlines to the slides and walking trails. For lunch, the kitchen pushes out comforting steak sandwiches with generous cuts of chips alongside fresh parmas. Groups often claim the back veranda for milestone celebrations and post-walk dog meetups, grazing over shared party platters and crisp pizzas.

  • Parkside Lakeside Setting: Outdoor seating sits directly beside Grand Lakes park trails and an expansive children's playground.
  • Veranda Group Bookings: Reserved veranda areas accommodate large celebrations and pet-friendly walking groups with shared platters.
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What's On at Millars Lara

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Choose Millars Lara

Lakeside park views, family-friendly spaces, and generous catering for every gathering

  • Scenic Lakeside Playground Setting

    Positioned directly beside Grand Lakes parkland and a large playground, outdoor seating enables easy supervision while enjoying coffee and meals.

    large playground right at the front for kids and close enough so parents could supervise if they were sitting outside

    Nora

  • Picturesque Grand Lakes Views

    Situated next to walking trails, water, and open parkland, offering a scenic and relaxing escape for family breakfasts and outings.

    coffee overlooking the picturesque Grand Lakes at Lara

    Alexia Boland

  • Dedicated Space for Group Celebrations

    A dedicated outdoor veranda comfortably accommodates large gatherings, celebratory milestones, and community pet clubs.

    The varendah at the back was solely for us and we were so greatful.

    Maria Newman

  • Generous Event Grazing & Sharing Platters

    Offers crowd-pleasing catering packages with grazing platters and pizzas tailored for birthdays, anniversaries, and functions.

    There were fabulous grazing platters for all to enjoy and yummy pizzas.

    Andrea

  • Generous Portions & Hearty Classics

    Hearty cafe classics, savory paninis, and hearty portions provide satisfying comfort after travel or regional park explorations.

    great food, huge servings and awesome prices

    Matt Grech

  • Prompt and Accommodating Service

    Fast table turnaround and attentive team members keep families and large bookings smoothly refreshed.

    service was great, the staff were friendly and the food came out very quickly

    Leah Stones

Signature meals and sharing dishes most enjoyed by guests

  • Pizzas

    There were fabulous grazing platters for all to enjoy and yummy pizzas.

    Andrea

  • Grazing Platters

    Grazing platters and pizzas (with gluten free options) were excellent.

    Taylah O

  • Steak Sandwich

    I had steak sandwich, which came with generous serving of chips!

    Nora

  • The Fry Up

    I had The Fry Up which is toast, chonky chipolatas (with powerful flavour btw), 2 rashers bacon, 2 perfectly shaped poached googs, ample cress; I got a side of hollandaise which came in a small ramikin, so heaps.

    Par Hwy

Other favorites

Delicious sides, sweet treats, and refreshing beverages

  • Tropical Smoothie

    The tropical smoothie was to die for!

    Chris Skinner

  • Brownies

    the brownies were scrumptious.

    Chris Skinner

  • Hand Cut Chips

    Can’t go past the west lakes chicken and the hand cut chips.

    Phillip Beach

  • Omelette

    Best omelette I've had in a long time!

    James McCarthy

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitality details that elevate visits and celebrations at Millars Lara

  • Exclusive Veranda Reservations for Clubs and Pets

    The team regularly reserves the back outdoor veranda exclusively for large groups and club gatherings, accommodating bookings with up to 18 dogs with patience and hospitality.

  • Flexible Event Timelines Without Pressure

    During private milestone events, the cafe accommodates extended party timelines without rushing guests out at posted closing hours.

  • Dedicated Event Grazing and Dietary Accommodations

    Celebrations feature dedicated event catering with house grazing platters and pizzas, including accommodating gluten-free dietary options.

  • Direct Sightline Supervision Beside the Playground

    Outdoor dining is set right beside the Grand Lakes playground, allowing parents to comfortably sit outside and supervise kids playing in plain view.

Before you head over

Practical tips on reservations, seating with children, and planning group visits at Millars Lara.

  • Reserve Ahead for Peak Times

    Millars can fill quickly during peak hours and special events; pre-booking a table ensures you secure dedicated indoor or outdoor seating.

  • Opt for Outside Tables with Kids

    If dining with children, choose outside seating to easily keep an eye on them while they play in the adjacent playground.

  • Book the Veranda for Large Groups and Dogs

    Guests planning club meetups, milestones, or pet outings can coordinate in advance to reserve the rear veranda area.

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