Melbournians love to include their furry companions in their day-to-day activities. And as we all know, "eating out" is a significant part of our lives. While Melbourne is packed with dog-friendly venues, some of the cafes are really acing at the "dog-friendly" vibe. So here's a list of the cafes that we visited with our girls and absolutely loved!
1. GOOD TIMES MILK BAR
83 TUCKER ROAD, BENTLEIGH VICTORIA 3204
The first one on the list has to be this hidden gem in Melbourne's South-Eastern suburb of Bentleigh. With an off-leash courtyard, it is a dog parent's heaven. Your dog can enjoy this fully-fenced outdoor area along with a cup of Puppichino and meet other furry friends. Plus the hooman food is always made to perfection! And while you're there, don't forget to try their Dippy-eggs.
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2. THE FARM CAFE
18 St Heliers St, Abbotsford VIC 30673
Set in the beautiful surrounds of Collingwood Children's Farm, this cafe with outdoor seating serves delicious breakfast, lunch, and all the good things in between. They're open 7 days a week from 9 AM. Go ahead and make a reservation ahead of time, cause they're pretty busy especially during school holidays and weekends (in general).
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3. SWEET EVELYN
128 Union St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Don't let the shop front deceive you! Sweer Evelyn welcomes all furry friends with a beautiful green courtyard outdoor area behind the cafe. We love their superfood brekkie bowl! The hosts will make your four-legged companion feel super welcome with fresh water, treats, and many many pats!
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4. CHAIN OF FOOLS
68 Beach Rd, Mentone VIC 3194
Take your pooch for a swim at the dog-friendly Mentone beach and then head to the local favorite - Chain of Fools for a delicious brunch by the water. There's always parking nearby, so you can dump the car and go enjoy the beach with the fam. And you will foolish to not stopover at this cafe for a scrumptious meal.
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5. STRANGE SERVANT
109 Centre Dandenong Rd, Dingley Village, VIC 3172
Nestled within a small suburban pocket of the Dingley Village, this cafe addresses all your brunch cravings like no other. Their menu adds a twist to Melbourne classics. You've probably had smashed avo, but at Strange Servant’s it's “bashed”, then smeared with baba ganoush and chargrilled corn salsa. We were able to order poached eggs for our puppers and the friendly staff served them in proper bowls along with water and fresh carrots! All in all, it's a lovely spot to hang out with your pooch and meet the needs of your taste buds!
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6. KANTEEN
154 Alexandra Ave, South Yarra VIC 3141 Enjoy the idyllic Yarra riverside setting at Kanteen - an indoor-outdoor experience with your four-legged companion. The cafe welcomes dogs in their outdoor area and addresses Melbourne weather needs for a comfy outdoor experience with huge bar heaters to combat the draft in winter. There are water bowls for your pooch to satisfy their thirst and will probably receive many pats from customers and staff. The expansive outdoor seating arrangement allows you to host group brunches and enjoy their mouth-watering Turkish pizzas & hearty breakfasts in a laid-back outdoor vibe with your furry companions. There's ample room for everybody!
7. LEFT FIELD
358 Koornang Rd, Carnegie VIC 3163
This cafe serves up a deliciously adventurous breakfast and the presentation is super impressive. Their outdoor area is dog-friendly and your pooch is very likely to meet other furry friends and have a great time! So look no further and head over to the Left Field if you're craving a wholesome meal in a homely atmosphere.
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8. THE DOGGIE CAFE
120 Boronia Road, Boronia 3155
The Dog Cafe is a relaxing place to visit with your furbaby. You and your pooch can both enjoy a cuppa with some delicious cake, or other goodies. They have special treats for your furbabies, so go along and meet some new friends and fur-friends at the doggie cafe. Sit back, relax, enjoy a well-earned break while your pooch enjoys our signature puppachino, roll around in our sandpit or ball pit in our off-leash area. You can also host doggie birthday parties and weddings at this cafe. Check out their catering and decoration options!
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I hope you and your furry buddy have a great time brunching at these cafes.
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