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This unique new space in Mandurah is serving more than just waffles.
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By: Lisa Cook
If you're strolling along the Mandurah waterfront, you might spot a colourful floral mural on the side of a plant-filled little green shop you’ve never seen before.
Located in a heritage-listed building dating back to the 1880s, best known locally as the former Tuckey’s fishing tackle shop, Wild Waffle Project has breathed fresh life into the historic space.
Hints of the building’s past remain in the exposed brickwork, but inside it’s been transformed into an urban oasis, filled with leafy plants, colourful pots and the sweet smell of freshly pressed waffles.
Inside, visitors can browse a curated range of plants and pots, quirky locally made gifts and, of course, a delicious waffle menu.
Owners Michael and Tahlia have created a welcoming space with a lounge-room feel, blending café culture with their passion for wildlife, nature and community.
At the heart of the store is a long communal table lined with plants, designed to encourage conversation and connection over a nitro cold brew, potato rosti waffle or cold-pressed juice.
Both savoury and sweet lovers will find something to tempt them on the menu, from French brioche Liège waffles to crunchy potato rosti waffles. Flavours include their Cassowary Berry with a candied berry compote and The Herbivore with tomato bruschetta and crumbed fetta for something on the savoury side.
“Waffle” takes on a double meaning here. Warm waffles are served alongside the kind of easy conversation the owners hope the space will inspire.
On the drinks menu you’ll find a 15-hour cold brew, nitro cold foam coffee and a range of refreshing cold-pressed juices.
Collaboration is also a key theme at the café, with the Wild team partnering with local businesses to develop their own coffee blend, while shelves are stocked with unique gifts made by local artists.
Part café, part plant and gift shop, and part environmental education hub, the store reflects the couple’s long-standing passion for nature.
Michael and Tahlia have spent almost a decade running environmental education programs, working with animals ranging from crocodiles to bats. Visitors shouldn’t be surprised if a casual coffee stop turns into a fascinating chat about plants or wildlife.
Wild Waffle Project is just the beginning for the passionate pair, who have even bigger plans in the works for the future.
You’ll find Wild Waffle Project at 5 Mandurah Terrace on the Mandurah Eastern Foreshore. It’s open Wednesday to Saturday from 9am to 4pm, Sunday from 9am to 2pm, and seven days a week during school holidays.
