Donato

Donato Donato is a family-operated breakfast & brunch restaurant and cafe that has been providing the Mornington Peninsula locals with great food since 1980. The restaurant offers ample parking on site and has a rich history of how it all started, from an egg farm to now serving delicious food to customers.

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Love an affordable dinner idea 🍝 🍷 🍴 $30 pasta & wine night every Thursday at Donato’s Specials this week:Gnocchi Napoli...
28/07/2026

Love an affordable dinner idea 🍝 🍷 🍴

$30 pasta & wine night every Thursday at Donato’s

Specials this week:

Gnocchi Napoli w stracciatella e basil
Caserecce lamb ragù
Tagliatelle crab

Something more?
Lamb Ragu Sliders with slaw & chipotle mayo $18
Chicken Parma & skin on fries $27

life’s too short, enjoy the carbs 🩷
27/07/2026

life’s too short, enjoy the carbs 🩷

Address

88 Craigie Road
Mornington, VIC
3934

To reach the breakfast & brunch restaurant and cafe on Craigie Road in Mornington, you can take the public transport bus route 109 or 110 and get off at the Craigie Road stop. Alternatively, if you are driving, you need to turn onto Craigie Road from either Nepean Highway or Main Street in Mornington. There is a parking lot available near the restaurant for those who drive.

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 4pm
Thursday 6:30am - 4pm
5:30pm - 9pm
Friday 6:30am - 4pm
5:30pm - 9pm
Saturday 7am - 4pm
Sunday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

+61359161374

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What people say

Breakfast and brunch restaurants are the perfect places to start your day with a delicious meal that will energize you for the rest of the day. And if you're looking for a great breakfast spot in Mornington, look no further than Donato.

This family-operated business has been providing locals with great food since 1980. The story of the Donato family is inspiring, as they worked hard to provide for their four boys and give them the life they wanted them to have. When they moved to Mornington Peninsula in 1980, they bought an egg farm and restored it, expanding it to include a little convenience store that provided the local community with eggs, bread, and milk.

Today, Donato is not just a cafe but also a breakfast and brunch restaurant that offers ample parking on site. Their menu features a variety of dishes that will satisfy any appetite. From classic bacon and eggs to more adventurous options like smashed avocado with feta and poached eggs or smoked salmon bagels, there's something for everyone.

But what sets Donato apart from other breakfast spots is their commitment to quality ingredients. They cultivate strawberries, tomatoes, lettuce, and herbs through hydroponics right on their farm. This means that everything on your plate is fresh and locally sourced.

Overall, Donato is a must-visit spot for anyone looking for a great breakfast or brunch experience in Mornington. With its rich history and commitment to quality ingredients, this family-owned business truly stands out in the crowded restaurant scene.