Great family outings often start and end with good food, great entertainment, and unforgettable memories.

Whether you're planning a family night out, tackling the school holiday schedule or simply looking for an easy dinner option, finding somewhere that keeps everyone happy can be a challenge.

Luckily, Westfield Southland is home to a range of family-friendly dining options, from quick bites and casual cafés to sit-down meals the whole family will love. From family dining and free play areas to entertainment and kids offers, here’s our guide to making your next outing a little easier.

TGI Fridays

TGI Fridays Southland is serving up all your favourite American classics, with something for the whole family to enjoy. Tuck into Southern-Fried Nashville Tenders, juicy burgers, flame-grilled ribs, sizzling fajitas and crispy calamari, or let the little ones choose from favourites like chicken nuggets, cheeseburgers and mac ’n’ cheese. With plenty to choose from, there’s something for every appetite!

Perfect for: Family dinners, casual catch-ups and a fun night out for everyone.

Zeus Street Greek

Settle in for a relaxed family dinner at Zeus Street Greek, where fresh, feel-good Greek favourites are served in a welcoming dining environment. Enjoy flame-grilled pitas, BBQ plates, nourishing bowls, fresh salads, crispy chips and sweet loukoumades, with plenty of options to keep the whole family happy.

Located on Level 2 near Village Cinemas, it’s an easy spot to make part of a bigger family night out. After dinner, catch the latest movie, enjoy some frozen yoghurt or head upstairs to Timezone & Zone Bowling for arcade games and bowling — making it simple to turn dinner into an evening of family fun.

Grill'd

For families looking for an easy dinner option, Grill’d Southland makes mealtimes simple and stress-free. Choose from a wide range of burgers, including beef, chicken and plant-based options, alongside fresh salads, chips and kid-friendly Mini Me meals. Whether you’re sitting down for a relaxed family dinner or grabbing takeaway on a busy evening, there’s plenty of choice to suit everyone.

Perfect for: Easy family dinners, quick weeknight meals and takeaway on the go.

The Pancake Parlour

Make family dinner a little more fun at The Pancake Parlour, where there’s something on the menu for every taste. Little ones can enjoy sweet pancake stacks and kid-friendly favourites, while parents can choose from savoury dishes, loaded fries and classic Pancake Parlour meals. With plenty of sweet treats to finish, it’s an easy way to keep both kids and grown-ups happy.

Perfect for: Family dinners, special treats and relaxed evenings with the kids.

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Make a night of it

Why stop at dinner? Continue the fun at Village Cinemas, Dreamskape or Timezone and Zone Bowling. Whether it's the latest family blockbuster, bowling, arcade games or another entertainment experience, it's an easy way to turn dinner into a full family outing.

Then finish on a sweet note with a visit to Yo-Chi for a post-dinner treat everyone will love. One of the secrets to a successful family outing? Somewhere for the kids to burn off energy.

Westfield offers 2 Playworld areas located on Level 1, outside Best & Less and on Level 3, near Myer, giving little ones an opportunity to have fun while parents take a well-earned break. All children are welcome and entry is free, however, children must be supervised at all times.

Free parking after 5:30pm

Westfield members can enjoy free parking with us when you enter after 5:30pm and exit before 6am. This gives you more time to enjoy dinner and catch a movie afterwards. Standard parking rates apply for non-Westfield membership customers.

Not a member yet? Download the free app today for access to 3 hours of free parking, exclusive offers across dining and more.

Family Amenities

Planning a visit with little ones?

Westfield offers a range of family-friendly amenities to make your visit easier, including:

Parents' rooms

Kiddy car hire

Convenient parents with prams parking

Find out more here.

Accessibility

We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment at Westfield Southland. Westfield is a proud participant in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme which helps to support and raise awareness for people living with a hidden disability.

We offer quiet time every Tuesday between 10.30am - 11.30am with our centre lights dimmed and music volume adjusted, find out more here. You can also find our sensory friendly map here to assist customers who are sensitive to sounds, lights and smells and may benefit from low-sensory shopping experiences.

Find a full list of our accessible services including parking, amenities and mobility hire here.