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Tomato Lake Cafe

Oats St, Kewdale WA 6105, Australia

Recommended by 56 people

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Oats St, Kewdale WA 6105, Australia

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+61 432 539 793
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Tomato Lake Cafe

Perched beside Tomato Lake, this park kiosk pairs leafy outdoor seating and playground views with an ambitious kitchen van turning out hearty cafe staples. Parents keep a relaxed eye on the kids from tables shaded by mature trees, while walkers lap the reserve and pull in for flat whites. Beyond reliable bacon-and-egg rolls and banana pancakes, the daily chalkboard van specials surprise regulars with steaming curries and crispy-skinned salmon.

  • Playground-side seating: Outdoor tables sit immediately beside the playground, letting parents supervise play dates over food and coffee.
  • Daily van specials: A mobile park van setup turns out unexpected blackboard features like curries and crispy-skinned salmon alongside classic rolls and toasties.
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What's On at Tomato Lake Cafe

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

No events or specials listed right now.

Why Diners Choose Tomato Lake Cafe

Discover how lakeside park positioning, versatile food options, and relaxed open-air seating meet everyday family and recreational needs.

  • Playground-Adjacent Family Dining

    The cafe is situated immediately beside the lake's playground, enabling caregivers to comfortably keep an eye on active children while enjoying a meal.

    playground right next to Cafe for the kids so cam watch them while enjoying with family.

    Beki

  • Direct Sightlines Over Play Areas

    Abundant open-air seating provides direct sightlines over the kids' recreation area in a parkland setting.

    Plenty of out door seating over looking the kids play ground

    Tim Hyder

  • Agile Van Kitchen with Daily Specials

    The compact mobile kitchen serves a broad menu enhanced by freshly prepared rotating daily hot specials.

    cook up an amazing array of dishes in their little van.

    JULIE PICKETT

  • Rapid Refuel for Lake Exercisers

    Prompt service delivers hot food and cold drinks quickly to walkers and runners completing circuit laps around Tomato Lake.

    Great cafe to refuel and rehydrate after a lap or 10 of tomato lake.

    Jimmy Mate

  • Dog-Friendly Lakeside Atmosphere

    Spacious open grounds allow patrons to bring pets and relax comfortably among natural birdlife and park paths.

    The atmosphere was relaxed and notably a dog friendly location.

    Daron Keogh

  • Tree-Shaded Outdoor Group Gatherings

    Generous outdoor seating shaded by mature trees offers an easy, unhurried venue for group gatherings.

    Comfortable table and chairs under the shade of lovely trees.

    Graham Bovell

Beloved parkside bites and hearty favorites for lake visitors

  • bacon and egg burger

    Just had the bacon and egg burger best bacon and egg burger I've ever had

    Rob Finlay

  • seafood basket

    Would recommend the seafood basket for sure.

    Matthew Yang

  • ABC toasties

    I live in the area and I have to resist going and getting one of their ABC toasties every day I can. It's honestly so good it's starting to hurt my wallet

    Emma Denton

  • bacon avocado baguette

    Worth trying the bacon avocado baguette 10/10

    Kaleb Williams

Before you head over

Practical tips for ordering, seating, and planning your visit by Tomato Lake

  • Account for Peak Order Wait Times

    The kitchen operates out of a park van and experiences high peak-time demand, with food waits reaching 25 to 30 minutes during rushes; order ahead of time or plan around peak hours.

  • Prepare for Alfresco Dining

    Indoor seating is extremely minimal or unavailable, so visitors should plan for outdoor dining on open-air tables beneath trees or bring picnic blankets for the grass.

  • Check Weekly Operating Days

    The cafe runs on a Wednesday to Sunday schedule, remaining closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, so plan park walks and play dates accordingly.

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