The Woof of Walk Street[Café Name] — Toorak Rd / Chapel St pocket
- Outdoor tables (verify bowls/shade on warm days)
- Walk pairing: Fawkner Park loop (broad sight-lines)
- Good for: post-walk coffee, low-arousal sit
Dog-Friendly Cafés in South Yarra — Near Fawkner Park, Como Park & Chapel St
Our favourite patio spots you can pair with a calm, low-arousal walk. Always verify current pet policies and outdoor seating on the day.
Best Dog-Friendly Cafés in South Yarra
[Café Name] — River end (Alexandra Ave)
- Street-side patio; quick access to river path
- Walk pairing: Yarra River out-and-back (predictable routine)
- Good for: decompression after movement
[Café Name] — Como precinct
- Courtyard seating (verify dog policy)
- Walk pairing: Como Park oval edges (space to create distance)
- Good for: relaxed sniff-and-sit routine
More local reads: Dog Walker South Yarra, Best Dog Walks in South Yarra, How to Choose an Ethical Dog Walker, Why Solo Walks Reduce Stress.