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01/10/2026
Did you know The Laughing Lark Café has THREE little Larks out on the road too? ☕🛻🛻🛻
If you love what we do here at the café, you can also get your Laughing Lark fix at our beautiful vintage-style mobile cafés around Frankston, Chelsea, Carrum Downs and at events across the region. 💛
📍 Ballam Park Playground, Frankston
Open 7 days a week*
📍 Bicentennial Park Playground, Chelsea
Open 7 days a week*
📍 Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve, Wedge Road
Currently weekends only, when our event schedule allows*
And that third van gets around! You’ll regularly spot us popping up at local markets, festivals, sporting events, community days and private functions too. 🎉
Same great coffee. Same friendly Laughing Lark faces. Just with wheels! ☕🛻
Follow The Laughing Lark Mobile Cafe to keep up with where the vans are each week, or come visit us right here at the café. 💛
*Mobile van trading is weather, staffing and event schedule dependent.
29/09/2026
School holidays are in full swing, the sun is shining and your table is ready! ☀️☕🍳
Round up the kids, catch up with a friend or just come and enjoy a coffee solo... We'd love to see you!
📍 1/16 Clyde Street Mall, Frankston
Just outside the Bayside Shopping Centre food court entrance.
OPENING HOURS
Mon–Wed: 7am–2pm
Thurs–Fri: 7am–3pm
Sat–Sun: 8am–3pm
See you at The Laughing Lark! 💛
24/09/2026
Long weekend incoming! 🙌🏉☕
The AFL Grand Final public holiday is this Friday and YES, The Laughing Lark Café will be OPEN all weekend!
☕ Friday 25 Sept | 8am–2pm
☕ Saturday 26 Sept | 8am–3pm
☕ Sunday 27 Sept | 8am–3pm
So if your long weekend plans involve good coffee, a big brekky, a lazy lunch or a catch-up with mates, you know where to find us. 😉
📍 1/16 Clyde Street Mall, Frankston
See you over the long weekend! 💛
22/09/2026
Still haven't found us? 👀☕
We're tucked away just outside the Bayside food court entrance on Clyde Street Mall... and apparently we're still one of Frankston's best kept secrets. 😂
Look for the Laughing Lark on the wall, follow the smell of coffee and come on in. 💛
📍 1/16 Clyde Street Mall, Frankston
Mon - Wed: 7am to 2pm
Thurs - Fri: 7am to 3pm
Sat - Sun: 8am to 3pm
17/09/2026
“Just a quick coffee” is one of our favourite lies. 😂☕💛
Tag the friend who always turns 30 minutes into four hours. 👇
15/09/2026
Fresh out of the oven... and yes, they smell as good as they look. 🤤
A lot of the goodies you'll find at The Laughing Lark Café and our The Laughing Lark Mobile Cafe coffee vans are made right here on site, using delicious fresh, local ingredients.
Including these beauties. 👇
Homemade sausage rolls, baked fresh and ready to make your coffee break considerably better. 😂☕💛
11/09/2026
🚨 BIG NEWS... THE LAUGHING LARK FLEET IS GROWING! 🛻☕💛
We’ve been keeping this one under wraps while we finalised all the details, but we can finally share it...
Starting THIS WEEKEND, we’ll have a THIRD Laughing Lark van out and about! 🎉
And even better, our new regular home is:
📍 Bicentennial Park Playground, Chelsea
We’ll be there 7 DAYS A WEEK, bringing the same great coffee, friendly faces and Laughing Lark goodness to Chelsea. We are SO excited to get started and meet our new locals! ☕🙌
And with three vans on the road, there’s plenty happening this weekend:
SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER
📍 Ballam Park Playground, Frankston
📍 NEW! Bicentennial Park Playground, Chelsea
📍 Lost Woods Market, Emerald
SUNDAY 13 SEPTEMBER
📍 Ballam Park Playground, Frankston
📍 NEW! Bicentennial Park Playground, Chelsea
📍 Barton Reserve Soccer Finals, Cranbourne
A quick heads-up to our Carrum Downs regulars, there’ll be no Wedge Road van this weekend.
Three vans. Three little Larks. And a brand new home in Chelsea. 🛻🛻🛻💛
Chelsea, we hope you’re ready for us! ☕😍
08/09/2026
This is the kind of feedback that makes our day. 💛
“The service is friendly and efficient. The food is always amazing no matter what you order and coffee is tasty.” amy K ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We’re a small, family-owned business just doing the best we can every day, so seeing lovely words like these really does mean a lot.
We’ve now clocked up 256 Google reviews with a 4.6 star rating. We know you can’t please all the people all the time (although we certainly give it a crack! 😂) so we’re pretty darn happy with that.
A huge thank you to everyone who has visited, reviewed, recommended us to a friend or simply keeps coming back for another coffee. We appreciate you all! ☕💛
01/09/2026
Father’s Day lunch = sorted. 😋
We’ve got a special on the menu just for Dad this Sunday...
🍗 Chicken Parmigiana on a ciabatta roll
🌿 Rocket, parmesan & roasted capsicum
🫒 Finished with olive oil
Because nothing says “Happy Father’s Day” quite like a really good feed. 😂
Tables will fill up, so book now to secure yours and treat Dad right this Father’s Day. 💛
25/08/2026
🥞 Welcome to PANCAKE CORNER... where choosing just one could be a problem. 😏
🍍 PIÑA COLADA PANCAKES (V)
Triple stacked with house-made piña colada sauce, caramelised pineapple, toasted coconut and ice-cream. Tropical holiday for breakfast? Absolutely.
🍓 BERRY APPLE PANCAKES (V)
Triple stacked with berry compote, apple compote, ice-cream, maple syrup and shortbread crumble.
🥓 BACON PANCAKES
Triple stacked with rashers of bacon and maple syrup. Sweet. Salty. Very hard to share. 🍳 Add an egg if you're feeling extra!
So... which stack are you ordering? 👇🥞
Address
1/16 Clyde Street Mall
Frankston East, VIC
3199
To reach Clyde Street Mall in Frankston East, there are several options for both public transport and driving/parking.
Public Transport:
1. Train: Take the train to Frankston Station. From there, exit the station and head south on Young Street. Continue straight until you reach Clyde Street Mall.
2. Bus: Various bus routes serve Frankston East. Check the local bus schedule to find a route that stops near Clyde Street Mall. Get off at the closest bus stop and walk to the mall.
Driving/Parking:
1. From Melbourne CBD: Take Nepean Highway (A3) southbound towards Frankston. Continue on Nepean Highway until you reach Beach Street (B11). Turn left onto Beach Street and continue straight until you reach Clyde Street Mall. Look for available parking in the surrounding streets or nearby parking lots.
2. From Mornington Peninsula: Take Nepean Highway (A3) northbound towards Frankston. Once you enter Frankston, continue on Nepean Highway until you reach Beach Street (B11). Turn right onto Beach Street and continue straight until you reach Clyde Street Mall. Look for available parking in the surrounding streets or nearby parking lots.
Please note that these directions are provided without mentioning any specific destination within Clyde Street Mall, as requested.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7am - 2pm |
| Tuesday |
7am - 2pm |
| Wednesday |
7am - 2pm |
| Thursday |
7am - 3pm |
| Friday |
7am - 3pm |
| Saturday |
8am - 3pm |
| Sunday |
8am - 3pm |
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What people say
The Laughing Lark Cafe, located in Clyde Street Mall, Frankston East, is a delightful restaurant that offers a range of delicious food and beverages. With their commitment to sustainability, they have introduced Umax ECO double walled aqueous cups that are compostable in your garden bin, along with lids that can be recycled. This shows their dedication to creating a sustainable future.
The cafe also ensures a cozy and comfortable atmosphere for its customers. They recently posted on social media about the heater being on, ensuring that your coffee will always be hot and enjoyable. The friendly staff at The Laughing Lark Cafe also expressed their gratitude to their customers for visiting the cafe, making you feel appreciated as a guest.
Their menu boasts an array of mouthwatering options. From apple & cinnamon muffins with cream cheese frosting to gluten-free caramel slices, there is something for everyone's taste buds. They even have a new Kids Sundae where children can choose three toppings for a fun adventure.
For those with dietary restrictions, The Laughing Lark Cafe offers vegan-friendly options and freshly made mushroom, spinach & feta quiche. They cater to all needs and ensure that everyone can enjoy their dining experience.
In addition to their delectable food offerings, the cafe provides entertainment for the little ones with kids activity packs and Smartie cookies. This allows parents to relax and enjoy their beautiful coffee while keeping the children entertained.
Despite occasional closures due to staff training or holidays, The Laughing Lark Cafe always keeps its customers informed through social media updates. This level of transparency demonstrates their commitment to providing excellent service.
Overall, The Laughing Lark Cafe is a fantastic place to visit in Clyde Street Mall. With their sustainable practices, delicious food options, and welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder why this cafe has gained such positive reviews from its patrons.
