Some days, I feel like a dog’s breakfast.
Not like the ‘bad-hair-day, blue-Monday, I-forgot-to-pack-my-lunch’ dog’s breakfast. I mean a puppuccino and a dognut. Well, not for me, personally. I much prefer a chai latte and a flakey croissant. With a bit of chocolate. Okay, smothered in chocolate.
But having breakfast by myself isn’t as fun as when I have my loved ones with me — in this case, my dogs Keiko and Summer. When they’re with me, a quick brekkie becomes a real treat. An occasion. And at the right cafe, it has the chance of becoming a real dog’s breakfast for my two furry companions!
While not all eateries welcome our four-leggers, there are lots of the best dog-friendly cafes in Melbourne to be found in Australia. I’ve visited a bunch of them, and many of Melbourne’s cafes that welcome dogs have become fav hangouts for a weekend treat.
Why We Love Dining with Doggo
It’s safe to say that for a pet parent, dogs and cafes go together like vegemite and butter. It’s almost a deal-breaker if a restaurant isn’t keen on having my doggos dine with me. If I had a restaurant, the admissions policy would be as follows:
No shoes, No shirt, No Sweet Pup = No Service ????
As locals, we LOVE taking our pooches out to dog-friendly cafes in Melbourne. I think I’ve figured out why.
- Sad puppy eyes — If there’s one thing that I don’t love, it’s seeing two sets of mournful eyes looking at me as I leave home. I’ve even turned back to give Keiko and Summer one last cuddle before I walk out into the garage. When heading out to dog-friendly cafes in Melbourne, I simply pop their leashes on and out we go together…. guilt-free!
- After-walkies — It’s lovely to head out with them for a park walk and then finish with a coffee or meal. Nothing is worse than wanting a post-walk sneaky snack and being told no dogs are allowed!
- It’s a dog-meet-dog world — Meeting up with fellow dog lovers and their pups is always a treat! Nothing brings people closer than a shared love for our furry offsiders.
- Smooth sailing — When Sam and I are on the road or out for the day, we need places to bring the puppers. Sometimes there’s nowhere else for us to leave them, and a dog-friendly cafe in Melbourne is the only thing to save (and serve!) our bacon.
- Business meetings — Well, if you can call meeting an adorable new doggo a business meeting! As a photographer, I love meeting a dog before our photography session. This is often in a local dog-friendly cafe in Melbourne when I’m far away from home (for a travel session).
- Menus for Doggo — Dining out is a wonderful experience; that delight is doubled when it’s shared! After all, why should we have all the fun of dining out? Doggy date night, anyone?
It’s im-pawtant your dog is an excellent doggo guest. For more tips and preparations for a cafe-culture canine, check out our article here.
Menus for Dogs in Dog-Friendly Cafes in Melbourne
Not every dog-friendly cafe in Melbourne will have a menu for dogs — and that’s okay. Having our best friend next to us makes our experience so much better!
That said, most dog-friendly cafes in Melbourne we love have a lil’ sum’n for our pups. When they have a doggy menu (even if it’s only the choice between 2 doggo bikkies), this is an excellent indicator that they welcome our fur babies!
You might not know what to expect if you’ve never seen a doggy menu out in the wild. Here are some items we’ve seen in the dog-friendly cafes of Melbourne.
- Puppuccino / Dogachino — frothed, lactose-free milk safe for dogs, sometimes with an appealing dog-friendly flavour or sprinkled ground treat topping.
- Dognut — doughnuts for dogs. We’ve also seen muffins! (Mutt-fins, maybe?)
- Doggo Beer — usually a jowl-smacking bone broth, sometimes lightly carbonated.
- Pupcakes — especially great for bark-day parties!
- Doggie Bikkies — a tried and tested treat.
- Pupsicles — frozen broths or juices. My fur kids love these on those warm Melbourne days!
- Ice Creams — specially made, dog-tummy friendly ice cream or frozen yoghurt, is perfect in warm weather.
- Dehydrated meats and bones — nom nom nom (doggos only — not for hooman consumption!)
- Full meals — from beef loaf to bacon burgers – I’ve never seen chicken strips and pawmet steak!
Dog-Friendly Cafes in Melbourne
Now I must add that this list contains places you and doggo can go together for a fur-kid / dog-mum / dog-dad date. There are some other options, though. I’m talking about eateries that cater specifically (or exclusively) for your floof. That’s right. There are also some fantastic dog-friendly cafes around Melbourne. So if you want to make your doggo feel extra special (on a bark day or similar occasion), take them to a place that caters just for them.
Trust me — It makes them feel like the cat’s pyjamas.
How We Found The Best Dog-Friendly Cafes in Melbourne’s Outer Suburbs
The best dog-friendly cafes in Melbourne are real tail-waggers! We’ve visited many of these cafes, but we have compiled our list from various sources:
- Our own experiences
- Reviews
- Recommendations
- Social Media
And so for a howling good breakfast, we present Puppy Tales list of the ultimate list of Outer Melbourne’s Best Dog-Friendly Cafes.
(If this list doesn’t have what you’re looking for, check out more dog-friendly cafes in Melbourne and Victoria here.)
The Best Dog-Friendly Cafes in Melbourne
Looking for a dog-friendly cafe in a particular area of Melbourne’s Outer Suburbs? Click the area below to jump straight there!
Bayside & Peninsula
Wombat Cafe & Store
- Address: 230 Boundary Rd, Dromana VIC 3936
- Opening Hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: dog beds, a shaded place for dogs & their people to rest, vegan dog foods available
- Person-Pleasers – perfect for those who like vegan meals. 100% Vegan Cafe & Store, homemade style foods. While here, visit the farm sanctuary.
Photos provided by Wombat Cafe & Store
The Winey Cow
- Address: 39a Main Street Mornington, VIC 3931
- Opening Hours: 7:30 am – 3:00 pm Mon & Tues, 7:30 am – Late (Wed-Sat), 7:30 am – 4 pm Sun
- Dog-Friendly Features: Foods are all pup-friendly; they can also create a memorable meal if it’s your dog’s birthday
- Person-Pleasers: Great Burgers, Vegan-Menu, Fresh produce, Birthday Club, beach vibes, catering services, a clothing line with their brand, bags, aprons, etc.
- Website
Photos provided by The Winey Cow
38 South
- Address: 1 / 131 Nepean Hwy Seaford, Victoria 3198
- Opening Hours: Mon & Tue 7 am-4 pm, Wed-Sat 7 am-Late, Sun 7 am-4 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: puppuccino, shaded outdoor seating, water bowls, dog snacks/treats available
- Person-Pleasers: gluten-free & vegan menu, cookie customisation available, events (Pincy’s Cocktail Party, Treasure Hunt for kids), live band, Seaford Beach spot, $38 meal deals, and other unique offers
Photos provided by 38 South
Laneway Espresso
- Address: 167 Point Nepean Rd, Dromana VIC 3936, Australia
- Opening Hours: 6:15 am-3:30 pm weekdays & 6:45 am-4:30 pm weekends
- Dog-Friendly Features: puppuccino, coffee treats
- Person-Pleasers: Seaford Beach spot, near Dromana Beach, Instagrammable, own coffee brand named “Odyssey Coffee Roasters”, own cooking show called “Jim’s Kitchen.”
- Website
Photos provided by Laneway Espresso
Two Farm Girls Cafe
- Address: 133 Nepean Hwy, Aspendale VIC 3195, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 3:00 pm & Saturday – Sunday 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: dog treats, free birthday puppuccino and dog treats
- Person-Pleasers: owner’s painted mountain wall art, chocolate bouquets, customised cakes, keto menu, themed cups, offers dinner packs, open for delivery
Photos provided by Two Farm Girls Cafe
Edithvale General Store & Cafe
- Address: 38-40 Munro Ave, Edithvale VIC 3196, Australia
- Opening Hours: Store: 6:00 am – 8:00 pm – Cafe: 7:00 am – 4.30 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: shaded outdoor seating, puppuccino
- Person-Pleasers: cafe with a shop/grocery inside, minimalist vibes, backyard mural, vegan menu, caviar menu, product collaboration with local businesses, offers online orders/grocery
- Website
Photos provided by Edithvale General Store & Cafe
Georgie Bass
- Address: 30 Cook St, Flinders VIC 3929, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: water bowls, shaded outdoor seating, open space to hang out with other fur-friends, pier stroll/Coastal walk with dogs
- Person-Pleasers: garden area, Instagramable spots, ocean-view, seafood menu, gluten-free menu, organic tea, cooking classes with their award-winning chef
- Website
Photos provided by Georgie Bass
The Epicurean Red Hill
- Address: 165 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill South VIC 3937, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: shaded outdoor seating, perfect for dog walks since the restaurant is located on the hill, mini-map for fur parents and babies not to lose track of the area
- Person-Pleasers: glass roof design, garden, catering services, events function hall, freshly made foods, excellent wines, VIP dining available, offers accommodation
Photos provided by The Epicurean Red Hill
Freaky Tiki
- Address: 14/2185 Point Nepean Rd, Rye VIC 3941, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 6:00 am to 1:15 pm & Saturday to Sunday – 7:30 am to 1:15 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: dog cookies
- Person-Pleasers: Artistic, Hawaiian, crafty and colourful vibes, hand-painted walls, customised cups, collects recycled milk lids, veggie scraps, and coffee grinds, sell products by supporting local small businesses.
Photos provided by Freaky Tiki
Flock Cafe
- Address: 2/25 Dava Dr, Mornington VIC 3931, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm & Saturday to Sunday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: homemade dog treats, shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: save $0.5 if a customer brings their cup, family cafe vibes, sells merchandise, offers party packs, milk choices for coffee, offers freshly grind/roasted coffee, unlimited coffee refills
- Website
Photos provided by Flock Cafe
Common Folk Coffee
- Address: 16 Progress St, Mornington VIC 3931, Australia
- Opening Hours: Open Daily – 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: puppuccino, shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: farmhouse vibes, Uganda people murals wall designs, live band, collab artist that can draw your fur-babies, catering services, function halls, sells merchandise, sells/displays different photographies, jewellery, local artists’ artworks, donates $1 from every coffee sold towards The Cup That Counts
Photos provided by Common Folk Coffee
Green Olive at Red Hill
- Address: 1180 Mornington-Flinders Rd, Main Ridge VIC 3928, Australia
- Opening Hours: Thursday-Monday – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Tuesday & Wednesday – Closed, Public Holidays – Closed & School Holidays – Open 7 Days
- Dog-Friendly Features: shaded outdoor seating, can walk around the farm, bar dog snacks, puppuccino
- Person-Pleasers: Garden vibe cafe, picnics available, olive groves & vineyard, animal farm, winery, olive-made body essentials available, cooking class, kids activities, offers gift vouchers
Photos provided by Green Olive at Red Hill
Inner Eastern Melbourne
Shanklin Cafe
- Address: 500 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia
- Opening Hours: Open Daily – 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: shaded outdoor seating, dog brunch menu, water bowls
- Person-Pleasers: aesthetic design, kid-friendly, cold drip, keto menu, Turkish meals available, special weekend meal, freshly baked pastries and bread, Instagrammable plating
- Website
Photos provided by Shanklin Cafe
Fergus Coffee
- Address: 301 Wattletree Rd, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 3:00 pm & Saturday – Sunday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: garden vibes design, creation station for kids, courtyard available, gluten-free menu, dairy-free menu, vegan menu, catering services, Wagyu beef burger, Uber-eats available for delivery, cold drip coffee, 10% discount on takeaway menu meals, mini market public, offers meal packages
- Website
Photos provided by Fergus Coffee
Ollie & Mila Cafe
- Address: 1144 Burke Rd, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: shaded outdoor seating, dog-nuts available (doughnuts), puppuccino
- Person-Pleasers: Garden-concept Meals, Garden Cafe, Garden-vibes Mural, Kids Menu, Function Hall, Yoga sessions, Indoor Courtyard, Outdoor Courtyard, sells plants
- Website
Photos provided by Ollie & Mila Cafe
Acre Burwood
- Address: Brickworks Rooftop, 70 Middleborough Road Burwood, Burwood East VIC 3151, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm & Kitchen open till 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Dogs can play inside the garden, shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Glasshouse cafe, Fresh from farm-produced cakes, bread and pastries, Wedding and events spaces, farm for quail coop, working beehives, worm farms, & chicken hutch (coming soon), Tours, Workshops, Cooking class, Community volunteer opportunities, Merchandise available
Photos provided by Acre Burwood
Welcome to Thornbury
- Address: 520 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
- Opening Hours: Wed-Fri: 5 pm-late, Sat-Sun: 12pm-late
- Dog-Friendly Features: Tiny-dog festival event, Dog bandana, doggie martinis, doggie ice cream, Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Beer garden, Amazing mural outside of the cafe, Private party spaces, Merchandise available, Gift-cards, Food truck schedules public, Wednesdays: TEN BUCK BURGERS, Thursday: PUB TRIVIA, major upcoming events: Melbourne Cup Weekends on 31st of October
Photos provided by Welcome to Thornbury
Lady Bower
- Address: 1A Marchant Ave, Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am to 2:30 pm & Saturday – Sunday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Dog menu, dog treats/food, Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Uber-eats, Gluten-free breakfast, Vegan-menu, Home-baked bread and pastries, food packages available, table decors, local artists’ artworks wall displays, retail stores: wines, honey, milk, cookies, jams, bread, granola
Photos provided by Lady Bower
Out – Eastern Melbourne
Ranges Olinda Cafe
- Address: 5 Olinda-Monbulk Rd, Olinda VIC 3788, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday – Sunday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm & Friday – Saturday 8:30 am – 11:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, Outside-deck area
- Person-Pleasers: Cosy atmosphere, Function Hall, Homemade scones and sticky date, Dietary meal options
- Website
Photos provided by Ranges Olinda Cafe
Skyhigh Mount Dandenong
- Address: 26 Observatory Rd, Mount Dandenong VIC 3767, Australia
- Opening Hours: Bistro menu – From 11:00 am to 9:00 pm Sunday to Wednesday (Last food order at 8:30 pm), 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Thursday to Saturday on lower floor bistro.
Bar menu – Friday from 4:00 pm to sunset, Saturday and Sunday from noon until late on lower level grass area from November to April only (weather permitting).
Kiosk menu – From 9:15 am to 9:00 pm Monday to Thursday (Last hot food order at 8:30 pm), 9:15 am to 10:00 pm Friday to Sunday (Last hot food order at 9:00 pm).
Coffees and cold snacks are available in our lower floor bistro up until 15 minutes before closing.
Restaurant menu – Thursday to Saturday, from 5:00 pm on the lower floor restaurant (Last food order at 8:30 pm Thursday, 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday).
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, Forest walk under a canopy of Australian eucalypts, meet new furry friends and play on the picnic/lawn area of the restaurant
- Person-Pleasers: Landscape garden, Beautiful mountain, Function Room, Catering services, Day trip available, Picnics, a pop bar on the front lawn open from October to April only, Kids activities, Giant’s chair (one of the tourist attractions), School excursions available, Children maze party
- Website
Photos provided by Skyhigh Mount Dandenong
My Little Kitchen
- Address: 274 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia
- Opening Hours: Closed on Sunday, but the Rest is Open 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Water bowls, Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Rustic Vibes, Food packs, Customise coffee lids writings, Freebies, Kids play area with toys
Photos provided by My Little Kitchen
Mocha Jo’s
- Address: 87 Kingsway, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia
- Opening Hours: Open for breakfast and brunch – 7 days, Monday to Friday, 6:30 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday – Sunday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm & Kitchen closes at 3:30 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Puppucino, Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Rustic Vibes, Customisable writings on coffee cup lids and takeaway bags, Instagrammable platings, Cook at home kit, open for delivery, Burger bar available
- Website
Photos provided by Mocha Jo’s
Meletos
- Address: 12 St Huberts Rd, Coldstream VIC 3770, Australia
- Opening Hours: Open daily – 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, the expansive lawn where dogs can play with other furry friends
- Person-Pleasers: Farmhouse design, Breath-taking views, lots of tourist attractions, own brewery, Wine Club, Function hall, Hotel accommodation, 200 acres of vineyard, The Coterie Club, Providore events styling
- Website
Photos provided by Meletos
Down the Rabbit Hole cafe
- Address: 8/22 Newmans Rd, Templestowe VIC 3106, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am to 2:00 pm (Takeaway Window From 6 am) & Saturday – Sunday – 7:30 am to 2:00 pm (Takeaway Window From 7:30 am)
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, puppuccino, special dog treats menu
- Person-Pleasers: Outdoor seating, Rustic vibes, Great Doughnuts, Pantry available, Function hall, Supporting local businesses (Flower arrangements – Flower Fairy)
- Website
Photos provided by Down the Rabbit Hole Cafe
Warrandyte Cafe
- Address: 61 Yarra St, Warrandyte VIC 3113, Australia
- Opening Hours: Open daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, Dog treats
- You can also enjoy a dog walk on the Yarra River before or after a meal
- Person-Pleasers: Live band, Cosy and relaxing environment, Catering services, Kid menu, Freshly baked bread, pastries, muffins, Popular Vanilla Slice
- Website
Photos provided by Warrandyte Cafe
Southern Melbourne
Sebastian’s Food & Wine
- Address: 301/303 Hampton St, Hampton VIC 3188, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:00 am – 3:30 am & Friday to Sunday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Local artist murals, Courtyard, an extensive beer and wine selection, seasonal menu, Gluten-free and Vegan menu, Instagrammable plating, Hampton burger night
- Website
Photos provided by Sebastian’s Food & Wine
Joe Frank Cafe
- Address: 246 High St, Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm & Saturday to Sunday, 8:00 am- 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Aesthetic/straightforward design, Burger night – Friday, Coffee essentials available, Courtyard, Bread, fruits and pastries in a basket available for delivery
- Website
Photos provided by Joe Frank Cafe
So Pho, So Good
- Address: 25 High St, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
- Opening Hours: Open Daily – 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, Courtyard
- Person-Pleasers: Contemporary environment, Rustic industrial design, Cafe latte art, a Vietnamese restaurant, Vegetarian-friendly options, Beer buckets, Handmade cookies for kids (adorable designs)
- Website
Photos provided by So Pho So Good
Clancy’s Bakehouse
- Address: 278 Waverley Rd, Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
- Opening Hours: Weekdays – 6:30 am to 4:30 pm & Saturday – 7:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, Gourmet treats from K9 Katering
- Person-Pleasers: Warm cosy seating inside and outside, Great range of pies, quiches, Really Great Tea, coffee, a massive range of cakes selection, Catering services, From cakes to pies, to salads to their award-winning sourdough bread, Customised cakes
- Website
Photos provided by Clancy’s Bakehouse
Western Melbourne
Pier Farm
- Address: 34 The Strand, Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia
- Opening Hours: Wednesday to Thursday – 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm & Friday to Sunday – 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Water deck, Port Phillip Bay view, Mediterranean design, Vouchers available, Function rooms/halls, Local & seasonal produce, Award-winning 150+ wine list and extensive bar
- Website
Photos provided by Pier Farm
Fig & Walnut Cafe
- Address: 11 Bellairs Ave, Seddon VIC 3011, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 7:00 am – 2:30 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, Courtyard, dog cookies
- Person-Pleasers: Fresh and vibrant cafe, Dog mural outside their wall, Vegan menu, Dairy-options, Mediterranean-inspired, local seasonal produce, Child-friendly cafe, baby change facilities, cubby house
- Website
Photos provided by Fig & Walnut Cafe
Geelong & Surrounds
Sodi Cafe
- Address: 149 Pakington St, Geelong West VIC 3218, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 8.00 am – 2.00 pm & Doni Bar – Friday to Saturday 5.00 pm – 10.00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Puppuccino, Bubbacino, Pupcakes and doggie muffins available, Handmade peanut butter and bacon dog bones, Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Doni bar available, Rustic design, Cafe latte art, Kids menu, Vegetarian, vegan-free, gluten-free and dairy-free options, Courtyard with garden vibes design, Succulents, Deliveroo and uber eats available, Vouchers
- Website
Photos provided by Sodi Cafe
Untitled Cafe
- Address: 197 Yarra St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Friday: 6.30 am – 3.00 pm & Saturday to Sunday: 7.00 am – 2.30 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, The grazehound available (different types of dog treats in a box), dog treats, Puppucino
- Person-Pleasers: Aesthetic design, Amazing bagel selection, Kids menu, themed coffee cups, coffee essentials pantry, Courtyard, Kids biscuit jar
- Website
Photos provided by Untitled Cafe
King of the Castle Cafe
- Address: 24 Pakington St, Geelong West VIC 3218, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, Saturday 7:30 am to 3:00 pm & Sunday 7:30 am to 2:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Puppachino available, Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Courtyard wall art mural, Cosy space, Cafe latte art, Supports local suppliers, Dairy-gluten free options, Vegan-free and gluten-free options, Coffee essentials for sale
- Website
Photos provided by King of the Castle Cafe
The Salty Dog Cafe
- Address: 50 The Esplanade Fishermans Beach, Torquay, 3228
- Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, Saturday 7:30 am to 3:00 pm & Sunday 7:30 am to 2:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, Hood’s clothes for furry-friend, water bowls, Puppachino available, Hill dog walks, Hosting events for dogs named “Pooch Paraded.”
- Person-Pleasers: Picturesque view of kiosk Fisherman’s beach, Kids menu, Vegetarian and vegan-free options, Gluten-free and dairy-free options, Mini shop, Cookie jar
Photos provided by The Salty Dog Cafe
Box Office Cafe
- Address: 77 Preston St, Geelong West VIC 3218, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Tuesday, 6.30 am – 4:00 pm; Wednesday to Saturday, 6:30 am until late & Sunday – 7:30 am until late
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Farmhouse cafe, Cosy ambience, Local DJ available, Amazing wall art mural, Handmade cookies, bread and pastries baked fresh every day, a wide selection of locally sourced wines
- Website
Photos provided by Box Office Cafe
The Pickers Union
- Address: 3 Mackey St, North Geelong VIC 3215, Australia
- Opening Hours: Open Daily – 8:00 am to 3:30 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Minimalist design, Coffee essentials available, Catering services, Geelong Vintage Market, Child-friendly cafe
- Website
Photos provided by The Pickers Union
Cafe Go
- Address: 37 Bellerine St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm & Saturday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Cosy and comfortable cafe, Local artist paintings, Catering services, Function hall, open for delivery, Breakfast package (non-cook), Courtyard, Supports local businesses
- Website
Photos provided by Cafe Go
Sailor’s Rest
- Address: 3 Moorabool St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
- Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm & Saturday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating, Bacon dog scones (dog treat)
- Person-Pleasers: Lounge bar, Beer garden, Acoustic live, Fireside lounge, Function venue, Rooftop dining and parties, Winter menu available, Kids menu
- Website
Photos provided by Sailor’s Rest
Edge Geelong
- Address: 6/8 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
- Opening Hours: Open Daily – 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: World-class view of beautiful Corio Bay, Waterfront and cosy ambience, Live DJ and acoustic, Function venue available, Local seasonal Victorian produce, cafe hosting events, Wide variety of cocktails and drinks
- Website
Photos provided by Edge Geelong
Geelong Botanic Gardens Tea House
- Address: Botanic Pl, East Geelong VIC 3219, Australia
- Opening Hours: Open Daily – 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Dog garden walks, Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Beautiful Flower, Vegetable, and Herbs Garden, U3A Course: Geelong Botanic Gardens (Online class – Education), Tour guide available, Botanical art available
- Website
Photos provided by Geelong Botanic Gardens Tea House
At the Heads
- Address: 1A Jetty Rd, Barwon Heads VIC 3227, Australia
- Opening Hours: Tuesday to Saturday – noon till late & Sunday – 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
- Dog-Friendly Features: Dog beach walks, Shaded outdoor seating
- Person-Pleasers: Airy Australian eatery overlooking the water, Jetty Road kiosk for takeaways, Function venue, Supports small businesses, Modern Australian cuisine with an emphasis on seafood, Gift vouchers, Cafe latte art
- Website
Photos provided by At the Heads
Canine Cafes
Sam and I love treating ourselves and our fur children to a day out. In our many visits to dog-friendly cafes around Melbourne and the rest of Australia, I’ve found nothing beats settling down for a great cappuccino with those you love. If you’ve never em-barked on an adventure like this, take life by the leash and treat your doggos. They’ll love it!
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** Details and timings for the dog-friendly cafes in Melbourne included were correct at the time of publication. These may change at the venues’ discretion. Please double-check via the links provided before planning your pawsome outing. Please also feel free to drop us a line if our details are incorrect.
