Vanilla Lounge - The Heart of Oakleigh
Cafe, Restaurant, Functions, Cakes & Catering Since 2008

Travel the Mediterranean world one boundary-blurring dish at a time.

Discover Vanilla Lounge in Eaton Mall, Oakleigh, a family-owned Greek and Mediterranean restaurant, café, patisserie, function venue and caterer open seven days. Vanilla is a family place, a celebration place and a community meeting place. It is where Greek hospitality meets multicultural Melbourne, and where every visit should feel generous, welcoming and memorable.

We invite you to experience Vanilla Lounge at 17–21 Eaton Mall, Oakleigh, for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, coffee, cakes, functions and catering.

Open seven days a week from 7am until 11pm.

Award-winning cakes & pastries baked daily with the finest ingredients for all occasions.

Vanilla is known throughout Melbourne for its spectacular cake display and extensive selection of desserts.

Our cakes and sweets are made on-site using carefully selected ingredients. The range includes over 100 traditional Greek biscuits and pastries, individual desserts, popular classics, signature creations, whole cakes and custom celebration cakes.

From birthdays, weddings and christenings to anniversaries and corporate occasions, our experienced cake team can help create something memorable for your celebration. Whole cakes can also be ordered online or purchased to enjoy at home, at work or with family and friends.

Whether takeaway or dining-in, Vanilla Lounge is the go-to place in Oakleigh.

Vanilla Lounge Upstairs - Oakleigh Function Rooms.

Vanilla Upstairs is the perfect place for your event and our dedicated Oakleigh function venue, offering sophisticated spaces for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations.

We host birthdays, christenings, weddings, high teas, family celebrations, Christmas parties, corporate functions, presentations, product launches and private events. Our functions team can tailor food, beverage and event packages to suit your occasion, group size and budget.

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The Terrace

A perfect alfresco dining area. Weather proof and filled with natural light from our custom designed skylights and glass balustrades, this dining area provides patrons with a space to enjoy the ambiance of an original and bespoke design that incorporates a panoramic view of the sky.

Depending on the time, date or size of the booking, you may enjoy it all for yourselves or with others.

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The Brass Room

A sophisticated dining area for all seasons. Enclosed with our feature wine rack, a fireplace, American oak paneling and under a canopy of brass sails, this dining lounge is perfect for birthdays, corporate meetings, get-togethers, communions, christenings, engagements or work functions.

Depending on the time, date or size of the booking, you may enjoy it all for yourselves or with others.

Supporting the local community since 2008

Vanilla Lounge has been publishing Vanilla Magazine for the enjoyment of its patrons and supporting the local community.

"Calling the crowds that gather in Eaton Mall, Vanilla Lounge in Oakleigh is a popular family-run venue specialising in Mediterranean fare and mouth-watering cakes. Boasting a large alfresco area to observe the shoppers in action, this ever-bustling venue is well renowned for its generous community spirit and warm welcome.

With an extensive selection of Mediterranean and Greek fare on offer, Vanilla Lounge dishes out an array of delicious options like warm pan-fried sweet chilli calamari with homemade dressing, as well as lamb souvlaki with salad, chips, tzatziki and pita bread.

For those looking to linger, pair a choice from the well-crafted wine list with the meat platter for two, or indulge with one of Vanilla Lounge’s specialty desserts, made daily on-site by talented pastry chefs." - Australian Good Food and Travel Guide

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