Tucked in the heart of Sassafras comes a new contender for your weekend caffeine run: Benji’s - here to brew, bake, and blow your tiny-town socks off.

This humble hole-in-the-wall has a lot to offer. If you're in the mood for a Mt Dandenong meander, grab a takeaway straight from the window, or step inside, settle in with a hot drink, and soak up a cosy moment of calm - especially while tiny mouths are hoeing into a tasty treat.

Gourmet deli-style melts and focaccias are the mainstay here, and the rotating selection of home-baked treats are not to be missed. Honestly, the choc chip cookies are practically the size of your face and worth every last crumb.

Kids in tow? Benji’s passes the vibe check with flying colours and a sprinkle-adorned babycino - always a crowd fave.

And for the coffee connoisseurs, put this at the top of your hit list. The beans are top-notch (and locally roasted), and there's retail brewing gear and beans on offer too - so you can stock up and and recreate the Benji’s buzz at home.