Is there anything better than a Saturday brunch in the sunshine? We think so: brunch with your favourite dog in tow!

With so many cool cafes across Sydney, Melbourne, and right up the coast of Queensland, it’s important to find the best local hot spot where your four-legged friend is just as welcome. So, we’ve rounded up the best dog friendly cafes to make sure your furry bestie’s never left out of your hunt for a great eggs benny and puppuccino.

Here’s 10 of the best dog friendly cafes on the east coast of Australia.

Sydney

NSW, represent – it’s time to spill the beans on what your capital city has to offer our four-legged friends! 

With the beauty of the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach, Sydney’s rich in adventures you can go on with you doggo. When it’s time for a break, we recommend:

Lil Miss Collins, Parramatta

This cafe’s beautiful courtyard seating isn’t even the best bit of this Sydney dog-friendly cafe – it’s their incredible brunch menu. Find breakfast burgers, Mediterranean platters and mojito towers at the ready. Time to book your next dog-friendly brunch date? We think so.

Check out Lil Miss Collins here.

La Bottega, Leichhardt

The place where pups and people come together. Voted Sydney’s best dog cafe by TIMEOUT & URBAN LIST Sydney, we couldn’t NOT include this place on the list!

This dog-friendly spot ticks all the boxes – enjoy refreshing Italian-inspired drinks, dishes and atmosphere. Grab a seat in their sunny al fresco oasis and lap up what they aptly describe as ‘Leichhardt’s local slice of Italy’.

Drool over everything La Bottega has to offer, on their Instagram.

Melbourne

While many other hotspots are giving Melbourne a run for its foodie-capital money, there’s no denying Melbourne’s got the goods. No matter your craving, there’s a smorgasbord of cafe and restaurant options for you in Victoria’s capital city. When it comes to taking your dog along for the ride, we recommend…

Studley Park Boathouse, Kew

Having just completed a major transformation, this place is a serious hot spots for all Melbournites. With four different spaces to choose from, as well as boat hire so you can take your brunch experience down the river, you and your pup will create a mammoth amount of memories here!

Other notable features: Guided tours for kids, gardening and pizza-making workshops, and live music from Friday to Sunday.

Discover the beauty of the oldest public boathouse on Melbourne’s Yarra River. Visit the Studley Park Boathouse website to find out more.

The Terrace Cafe, South Yarra

This cafe comes to life in an iconic Melbourne location: lakeside in the Royal Botanic Gardens. With lush greenery in all directions, you’ll have plenty of options for a post-meal stroll with your dog in tow. Enjoy the sunshine in the alfresco outdoor seating and dig into a produce-led menu.

Find everything you need to know for a visit to The Terrace Cafe.

West Beach Pavilion, St Kilda

What could be better than brunch, beach vibes and fur babes?! West Beach Pavilion is one of the most Instagram-worthy places to be, particularly during the warmer months when you can book a Cabana in their Beach Club area. With live music on Sunday afternoons for the humans, and endless beach space for your dog to run around, book your spot on the sand and soak up the vibes with your furry friend by your side.

Check out their website for everything you need to know.

Brisbane

Queensland’s capital city isn’t holding back when it comes to dog-friendly food options. With a suite of new openings seeing this river city delivering all kinds of experiences to locals and visitors alike, you can enjoy a new dog-friendly venue every day of the month.

Our top picks for cool cafes in Brisbane are:

Barko & Co, Tenneriffe

Spectacular views of the Brisbane river, this dog friendly cafe is worth a visit for so many reasons. Serving customers and canines, they complement their all day breakfast menu with an extensive juice bar menu too!

Oh, and just an FYI – their lunch menu pairs very nicely with their happy hour specials too…! Check out their delicious offering on their website.

Mylk + Co, New Farm

Next stop on the cafe crawl is this mouth-watering locale, offering a menu full of all-day brunch options. As a warm welcome to your furry side-kick, they offer complimentary dog biscuits, and also have doggy treats for sale too.

Located within walking distance of New Farm park & the Teneriffe Riverwalk, Mylk + Co is the perfect place to bring your furry friend for a sit-down meal or a coffee & doggy treat to-go.

Check out the delicious dishes and what’s on, on the Mylk + Co Instagram.

Gold Coast

There’s no better way to start the day on the Gold Coast than grabbing a coffee with your pup in tow. Our must-do list includes:

Social Brew, Burleigh Heads

Enjoy an avo smash and a wellness shot at this nutritionally rich Gold Coast cafe. Your dog’s welcome to sit at your feet as you do so, giving you both the fuel you need for another day of adventuring in south-east Queensland. 

Drool over Social Brew’s scrumptious menu.

Sunshine Coast

Endless beaches and sunshine for days – the Sunshine Coast is a dog (and human) paradise.

Notable dog-friendly cafes on the Sunshine Coast worth your visit include:

New Earth Cafe, Coolum Beach

This vegan and vegetarian hotspot isn’t just dishing up plant-based goods, it’s welcoming your four-legged friend in at the same time. With a dog-friendly outdoor courtyard, this is the perfect spot to settle in for a protein pancake stack or a stack of raw nachos.

Check out their Facebook page to find details on opening hours and location.

The Velo Project, Maroochydore

The Velo Project is one of the Sunshine Coast’s most beloved cafes – and for good reason. Dishing up beautiful local produce across a packed menu, this is an excellent spot for a pre-beach breakfast, or a post-swim lunch. For dog owners, the doggy menu means no family member is left behind. 

If you’re not sure what your dog can eat from the normal menu, here are our thoughts on baked beans, Vegemite, and avocado.

Keen for a visit? Find out more about The Velo Project and make sure to stop by the next time you’re in Maroochydore.

Conclusion

With so many incredible cafes and restaurants embracing a dog-friendly culture, there’s no reason your dog can’t enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner by your side.

If you’re heading off for an adventure further afield, or need a cosy date night that’s pooch-free, the Mad Paws Pet Sitter community can give you even more options. With trusted Pet Sitters who’ll shower your dog in love, you have the perfect solution at your fingertips the next time you’re heading off for a dog-free date. 

Your pup will have such a good time, they’ll be hard-pressed to decide between joining you next time for a puppuccino or another Mad Paws Sitter hang! 

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