Van Loon’s Cafe

Tucked directly inside a working garden centre on the Bellarine, this airy hideaway pairs garden greenery with serious daytime cooking. Expect generous plates—from loaded brunch platters to towering afternoon tiers of arancini, savoury bites, and fresh scones served alongside included drinks. Even when coastal rain or chilly winter mornings roll across Wallington, the sheltered patio stays toasty under warming heaters and plush lap blankets. It makes for an easy morning out: linger over coffee amongst the potted shrubs, then wander through the plant nursery and gift shop afterwards.