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Dog-Friendly Cafés in Albert Park & Middle Park

Local favourites with outdoor seating, shade and water bowls — perfect after a lake loop or beach stroll.

Dog relaxing outside a café in Albert Park with shade and water bowl

Albert Park and Middle Park are two of Melbourne’s easiest suburbs for relaxed, dog-friendly coffee stops. Below you’ll find our go-to cafés, plus quick tips on pre-café walk routes and calm café etiquette. If you’re short on time, our solo dog walking service can take your pup for a GPS-tracked stroll before you meet them for brunch.

Albert Park — Calm, Leafy & Café-Rich

South Melbourne (Albert Park fringe)

The Guilty Moose — 52 Park Street

Sunny outdoor seating, friendly staff and excellent coffee. A perfect pit-stop after an Albert Park Lake loop.

Outdoor seating
Water bowls
Morning sun

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Albert Park

Leaps and Bounds — 46 Victoria Avenue

Shaded street-side tables and staff who never forget water bowls. Good option for dogs still learning to settle.

Shade
Calmer vibe
All-day brekkie

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Albert Park

Monti Food & Wine — 295 Richardson Street

Italian-leaning brunches and relaxed terrace tables. Lovely for a late-morning lunch after a sniffy garden loop.

Terrace seating
Relaxed
Lunch friendly

Map Pre-café route

Albert Park

Fed Café — 139 Victoria Avenue

Small but mighty neighbourhood gem with excellent toasties. Regulars (human and canine) love the easy, friendly vibe.

Water bowls
Neighbourhood feel
Takeaway quick

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Middle Park — Between Lake & Beach

Middle Park

Jack the Geezer — 141 Canterbury Road

Cosy British-inspired breakfasts and welcoming staff. Outdoor seats work well for dogs on a mat.

Outdoor seating
Water bowls
Neighbourly

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Middle Park Beach

Sandbar — 175B Beaconsfield Parade

Beach views and sandy paws under tables. Perfect after a splash at the off-lead beach.

Beachfront
Open air
Relaxed

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Middle Park

Hector’s Corner — 85 Mills Street

Sunny corner spot with dog-loving locals. Great for meeting other owners after a morning lake loop.

Sunny corner
Community vibe
Dog-friendly

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Café Etiquette for Calm, Happy Dogs

  • Bring a small mat and settle your dog beside or under the table.
  • Offer water and a chew for relaxed resting.
  • Skip peak times while your dog is learning to settle.
  • Thank staff — friendly regulars keep venues dog-welcoming.
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