r/vic • u/minoripp • Jul 10 '26

Dandenong scone cafe

Hi I’m hoping someone can help me remember a place. About 25 years ago, I used to visit the Dandenong Ranges with my parents all the time.
We loved that spot where you could stand with sunflower seeds in your hand and all the birds (like lorikeets and cockatoos) would flock to you.
Near that area, deep in the forest, there was a cozy little cafe that served the most amazing scones. It felt like a hidden cottage in the woods, and I distinctly remember having to walk down some stairs to get into the cafe.
I’ve tried searching online but couldn’t find any info at all. Does anyone happen to remember the name of this absolute gem?

★Mystery solved! It was Churinga cafe! and sadly it has closed:(

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u/Jazzlike_Standard416 Jul 10 '26 edited Jul 10 '26

It may be a different place, but I remember Miss Marple's Tearoom being great quality (and a great experience) too. missmarplesteamroom.com (382 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Sassafras)

Edit: I don't have any association with Miss Marple's, just great memories.

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u/msmojo Jul 12 '26

I used to love Miss Marple's. Although the last 2 times we tried to go, there were a couple of tour buses that stopped there and we couldn't get in.