Located at Victoria University Whitten Oval, Barkers is a vibrant caf overlooking the stunning VU Whitten Oval. From an early morning coffee on the way to West Footscray station, to work meetings and a midday lunch we are a caf that does it all in Melbourne's west.

There is plenty going on at Barkers Caf through the year, being situated at the Western Bulldogs' headquarters and training facility, it has fast become a favourite with our players, supporters and the local community.We're open six days a week and are fully licensed with a great space available for hire and catering for birthdays, events and functions.

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If you are looking for a venue to hold your next breakfast meeting, corporate lunch/dinner, a special birthday celebration or an evening cocktail function, look no further than Barkers Caf at Victoria University Whitten Oval. With a sizeable, flexible layout that looks out on to an expansive terrace overlooking VU Whitten Oval, it is the perfect space to hold your next event.

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Do you have a function coming up? Barkers Caf can help to cater this for you with freshly made sandwiches and wraps, healthy treats, muffins and sweets. Our wraps, sandwiches, cakes, slices and muffins are all prepared by our professional chef suited to your needs. Parties, lunches, meetings, corporate and business events, we can do it all.

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PatRay Smith

Sep 25, 2021

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Just had our Grand Final plater delivered! It is amazing! Thank you so much! We will so enjoy your delicious food! 100% and would thoroughly recommend! ❤️🤍💙🐶

Irma Stolfo

Nov 24, 2020

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Always thrilled at the aspect of possibly bumping into a player.❤️⚪️💙

Kim Bauer

Jul 30, 2020

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Love going to the Bakers Cafe a must for a coffee and if lucky watch the players training even a photo opportunity ❤

Vil Hom R.

Jan 01, 2020

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Great food, awesome atmosphere at the home of the Western Bulldogs. The management are friendly and take the time to talk to the clientele. Head down and get a tasty meal while soaking up the football heritage.

Bectorious

Aug 15, 2019

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Good cafe, friendly staff and pretty good view!! Shame i didn't bump into any players!!

Beau B.

Aug 01, 2019

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Barker's always has the yummiest food and fast service. Was lovely sitting outside in the sun. Kids loved the pancakes, us big kids loved the smashed avo. Always visit when in Melbourne

Lisa-Maree Franklin

Jul 02, 2019

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I love this place! Tony and all the staff are amazing, friendly, and accommodating for all needs. The food is so yummy! I highly recommended gong for breakfast, lunch or even having a function.

Rajesh Sv

Oct 23, 2018

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Nice place. Very open. Good view of stadium. Ample parking. Uni cafe kinda. Great food too .. amazing.

Katie Wright

Aug 27, 2018

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Always fantastic customer service & the owners always go out of their way to make us feel welcome. It's a perfect distraction from our regular trips to the RCH. Thanks guys!

Frank

Aug 24, 2018

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Great food and service. Helpful and accommodating staff. Pleasant surrounding . Tables roomy and not squashed

Jackie Mencevski

Jan 23, 2018

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I had my sons 21st birthday there and all I can say is WOW!!!! Outstanding customer service!!! I will have every function there from now on. The loveliest staff, made the night amazing!

Alske Rawhiri

Dec 18, 2017

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Very Overpriced, bad customer service by the people making the weak coffees... this review is after visiting this place a few times. Such a shame.

Daniela Carrafa

Aug 07, 2017

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We had my husbands 50th Birthday celebration at Barkers and it was set up beautifully, the food was delicious and the staff very friendly and very tentative to our needs. Thank you so much for everything Tony and Flame!

Cacique Jaime Vega

Sep 01, 2016

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Awesome view of the ground. Good coffee.
And ticket master office right here.

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