THREE Pawesome Dog Friendly Cafés, Bars and Restaurants In Melbourne

This café is open 7 days a week from 7.30am-4pm for everything from dine-in and takeaway to UberEats and functions and events – and prides itself on old-school service. Dogs are not merely allowed at The Old Garage, they are welcomed with open paws. Your hound can chow down on a selection of daily treats from the doggy menu, or slurp on a Puppy-chino.

For humans, each breakfast and lunch dish has plant-based options. Try the Grease Monkey if you’re hankering for a classic big breakfast, or if you’re in for lunch give the Epic Mac and Cheese a try – it comes laced with truffles. If wellness is the name of your game, The Old Garage has some divine smoothies and juices on offer too.

This former garage and petrol station is not only dog-friendly but kid-friendly too, so it’s the perfect spot for the whole family, hooman kids and fur kids alike. Plus these guys really do love animals; they even host fund-raising events for local animal charities.

This classic Aussie pub features a dog-friendly courtyard so if you’re dining in and your dog wants to come along, just make sure you tell the friendly staff so they can give you an outdoor table. If you love the vibe of an old-school pub, with loads of craft beers on tap and some great local wines to choose from, then go no further than The Retreat Hotel in Abbotsford.

Open 7 days for lunch and dinner you can quench your thirst with the Sample Brew Blood Orange Spritz or the wonderfully named Parrotdog Bitterbitch. Their weekend roast is a highlight of their extensive menu. If that’s not your thing, you can try the Daily Pie or grab a pizza, a burger, a parma, or a curry. The focus here is classic pub grub. The Retreat has entertainment sewn up as well, with Fox Sports and pool tables galore.

Bellboy is home to award-winning coffee roaster, Mark Leo, who roasts his beans on site. But if you prefer a tipple with your brekkie, you can wash down your brunch with a Mimosa or a Bellini. Bellboy prides itself on their ‘modern take on brunch classics’.

The halloumi bagel, served with hand-cut chips, is a firm favourite, and for the sweet tooth Bellboy makes buttermilk waffles with truly decadent toppings. Roasted plum and hazelnut crumb, anyone?

They cater to the gluten-free crowd too, and most importantly, have a roomy outdoor terrace featuring a check-in zone for your dog. Open 7 days a week, Monday to Saturday 7am-4pm and Sunday 8am-4pm (kitchen closes 3pm), with takeaway, catering and free onsite parking available…

What more could anyone ask for? Well worth a look for coffee aficionados and dog-lovers alike.