When you’re out exploring the Wheatbelt Way Drive Trail, hunting for wildflowers, and admiring our striking granite outcrops, a coffee and cake stop is a must! Thankfully, with more of our towns opening cafés, there are plenty of options to refuel and relax along the way.
Mukinbudin
Mukinbudin is lucky enough to have two cafés during wildflower season – one inside the Hotel Motel and the other just across the road in the old railway station, now home to the Railway Station Café.
Hotel Motel Café – Located inside the pub but sectioned off in the old dining area, this café is open 7am–5pm and serves just about everything you can think of. Right in the heart of the main street, it’s an easy stop whether you’re in for a quick coffee or a hearty meal.
Monday-Sunday: 7am-5pm
📍 21 Shadbolt St, Mukinbudin WA 6479
Railway Station Café – Full of delicious homemade goods. All profits go to Crest Children’s Care in India, so every coffee and cake is also helping a great cause. Stop in for morning tea, a light lunch, or an afternoon treat – and soak up the charm of the restored railway station.
Tuesday & Thursday: 10am-4pm
📍Mukinbudin Railway Station
Bencubbin
Tucked away in Bencubbin is KC’s Café, serving coffee, snacks, and light meals six days a week – perfect for travellers needing a rest and refuel. On Friday nights, they also offer a dinner special (often fish and chips or a burger and chips) for those who’d rather not cook.
Opening hours:
Mon–Thu: 6:30am–3pm
Fri: 6:30am–2pm / 5pm–8pm
Sat: 7am–12pm
Sun: Closed
📍 45 Monger Street, Bencubbin, WA
Wyalkatchem
The Wyalkatchem Garden Café sits proudly on the main street, surrounded by other local businesses, and adds a lively, welcoming vibe to the community. Serving breakfast, lunch, and barista-made coffee, it’s now open 7 days a week for wildflower season.
Their sweet treats are always changing, and every one is worth trying – you might just discover the best in the Wheatbelt Way! Alongside the sweets, they also offer a full menu if you’re after something more substantial.
Monday – Sunday: 7am-1pm
📍 Lot 18 Railway Tce, Wyalkatchem, WA, Australia, Western Australia
Dowerin
The Dingo’s Diner is the perfect place for your first pit stop on the Wheatbelt Way Drive Trail. They use a beautiful Gesha coffee blend, sure to impress, and serve everything from full cooked breakfasts to light snacks. Their newest menu item – fresh croissants – is worth a detour in itself.
Monday-Saturday: 7am-3pm
📍 16 Stewart street
Nungarin
In the centre of town, surrounded by the op shop and Krafty Corner, Wheatbelt Rural is a great place to sit outside on their rustic tables, enjoy the sunshine, and sip a fresh coffee. They also offer small bites to eat, making it an ideal quick stop. Attached to the local general store, it’s handy if you need to stock up on supplies during your travels.
Opening hours:
Mon–Thu: 9am–5pm
Fri: 9am–4pm
Sat: 9am–11am
Sun: Closed
📍 34 Railway Ave , Nungarin, WA, Australia, Western Australia
Westonia
The Westonia Gallery Café is a hidden gem. They serve coffee made from beans roasted in the Swan Valley and have a rotating selection of irresistible homemade treats. The café is set within a charming gallery space, where you can browse local artwork and handcrafted gifts while enjoying your coffee.
Thursday-Sunday: 8am-12pm
📍 44 Wolfram Street, Westonia, WA, Australia, Western Australia
Koorda
Not your average IGA – the Koorda IGA offers fresh, homemade muffins baked daily, perfect with a takeaway coffee. They also occasionally serve dinners, so check their Facebook page to see if it lines up with your visit. Best of all, you can grab your coffee, cake, and any other essentials in one convenient stop.
Opening hours:
Mon–Fri: 7:30am–6pm
Sat: 8am–2pm
Sun: 8am–12pm
📍 Allenby St., Koorda, WA, Australia
Where will you be stopping to get your Café fix along the Wheatbelt Way Drive Trail?
