Go Walkies to the Best Dog-Friendly Cafes in Brisbane

Part of being a dog parent is the desire to give them the best life possible, whilst spending every spare minute you can with them! One of the easiest ways to incorporate more quality time with your dog into your busy routine is to include them on your breakfast, lunch and brunch dates throughout the week.

Brisbane is a very pet friendly city, so there’s no shortage of dog-friendly cafes. We’ve listed a few of our favourites for you below, so scroll through and discover which one will become your new local.

Snag & Brown

Not only does Snag & Brown serve up some seriously tasty brunch dishes and perfectly roasted Bear Bones coffee, but they’re also one of the best dog-friendly cafes in Brisbane. What sets this cafe apart is its off-leash dog park, which provides the perfect opportunity for your furbaby to blow off some steam while making some new friends. 

On the menu you’ll find brekkie classics like eggs benedict and avocado bruschetta, but also some pet-friendly puppicinos, too.

97 Ekibin Road, Annerley

​​A Cafe Called Kevin

From the fiery ruins of the Taj Mahal restaurant on Brunswick Street emerges Kevin, a fresh new face on the Brisbane cafe scene. The Heritage-listed cottage has been given a brand new lease on life (and a glorious makeover). Enter the premises through a charming white picket fence that corrals an outdoor dining deck. Inside, you’ll find leafy green decor and warm natural hues.

Kevin’s food is as fresh as its facelift, with a garden-to-plate philosophy that sees vibrant produce and tasteful touches to each dish. Not only is Kevin a tasty new brekkie haunt, but it’s also one of Brisbane’s best dog-friendly cafes to get your weekend walkies off on the right foot.

726 Brunswick Street, New Farm

Natura Cafe

This fresh-faced new cafe in Salisbury initially drew us in with its dreamy curved interior, Greek frappes and delicious smoothies, but when we heard they were also dog-friendly they had us hook, line and sinker!

Serving all day breakfast and Mediterranean style lunch, Natura Cafe is a great option to park your pup and sit down for a Stel coffee and a souvlaki any day of the week.

51 McCarthy Road, Salisbury

Barko & Co

Barko & Co are dog friendly and proud of it.Touting their dog-loving nature from their Instagram account (which is full of adorable pooch pics, by the way), this gorgeous dog friendly cafe is located in Teneriffe. It's the perfect pit stop to rest your paws after a long walkies down the Riverwalk!

Barko & Co offers a menu bursting with fresh gluten-free and vegetarian options, along with a cheeky wine menu, making it perfect for spending slow weekends in the sunshine with friends.

71 Macquarie Street, Teneriffe

Mary Mae’s

Mary Mae’s is easily one of the best dog-friendly cafes in Brisbane, not only for its pawsome location right on the waterfront at New Farm, but its proximity to the Teneriffe Riverwalk and New Farm dog park, too!

You can plan the perfect day out with your pooch before heading to Mary Mae’s to cool off and enjoy a bite to eat. They’ve got freshly made dog treats and an on-site puppy paddle pool, so your dog is going to have a tail-wagging good time here.

119 Lamington Street, New Farm

The Smug Fig

The Smug Fig is a long-term favourite on the Brisbane brunch scene, and their dog-friendly attitude totally seals the deal for us! An all-day brunch menu by day, and bar by night, The Smug Fig is one of our favourite weekend spots for a social event with your besties to catch up on what’s transpired over the week.

With plenty of gluten-free and vegan options available on the menu, you won’t be disappointed with your visit to this dog-friendly cafe in Brisbane.

7 Jeavons Lane, Stones Corner

Joey’s

This stunning alfresco-style restaurant situated atop the Kangaroo Point cliffs is one of our all-time favourites for breakfast with a view. Dishing up fresh plates of local produce reimagined into your new favourite dishes, your pooch will love visiting this dog-friendly cafe with you so that they can explore the sights and sounds of this city-fringe venue.

There are also ample walking opportunities along the cliff or across the Story Bridge if you both need to stretch your legs after breakfast.

Enjoy sweeping views of the skyline as you sip a brunch cocktail and enjoy your pup’s company on your next visit to Joey’s.

29 River Terrace, Kangaroo Point

Nowhere Espresso

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Toowong Central, Nowhere Espresso is a family-orientated and dog-friendly cafe. Preparing highly-rated coffee and fresh brunch plates, it’s a perfect place for a quick coffee break or a relaxed start to the weekend. Nowhere is run by locals, for locals, so you know you’re in good hands when you pop by for your morning pit stop or some coffee to fuel your errands.

Pull up a seat in the sunshine with your pooch and enjoy an easy morning over a delicious meal.

8 Bent Street, Toowong

Neighbourhood Coffee Roasters

There’s every chance you haven’t stumbled across Neighbourhood Coffee Roasters, as they’re tucked away into the industrial district of Albion. Between the workshops and garages, you’ll find the Albion Fine Trades mini-mall, with food and decor shops to wander through.

But if a dog-friendly breakfast is on your mind, head into this airy, roomy cafe for great service and even better coffee. There’s also off-street parking, so you can safely get your pooch in and out of the car.

Albion Fine Trades, 97 Sandgate Road, Albion

The Green Edge

If anyone loves animals… it’s Brisbane’s favourite vegan cafe: The Green Edge! All animals are welcome to come along for meals at this cafe - we’ve spotted guinea pigs on laps, cats in prams and dogs of all shapes and sizes!

This dog-friendly cafe in Brisbane has plenty of outside tables and water bowls so your pooch will have plenty of room to comfortably join you on your outing.

Make sure your pet saves room for snacks, as the staff are likely to visit your table, bearing treats for your four-legged brunch date.

Shop 2b, 229 Lutwyche Road, Windsor (entrance off Le Geyt St)

Alcove Cafe & Deli

The Alcove crew are dog lovers through and through, as evidenced by the giant jar of dog treats on their front table as you enter. They regularly snap and share the cutest doggo visitors on their Instagram, and you’ll often catch owners Pep and Fergus fetching treats to dole out with a healthy side of pats, cuddles and love.

Alcove has a loyal following of regulars who visit for the welcoming environment, delicious food and top-tier service, and we know your dog will love visiting as much as you do!

92 Kedron Brook Road, Wilston

Little Black Pug

If the name hasn’t given it away, this south side cafe welcomes dog lovers and their pooches alike! At Little Black Pug, there’s a fresh and seasonal menu to enjoy, which highlights local produce whilst catering to the diverse palates of their customers and their dietaries.

Whilst the menu may seem small, it is 99% gluten-free, 60% vegetarian and 30% vegan, so there’s something for everyone! This dog-friendly cafe aims to operate in an environmentally friendly way, reducing waste, reusing and recycling wherever possible.

6/1297 Logan Road, Mount Gravatt

The Wickham

The Wickham is an inclusive venue and that energy extends to our four-legged friends! Head down into the open garden bar area and enjoy a Sunday lunch with your besties (of the two and four-legged variety) whilst quality live music or entertainment sets the scene for the pawfect day out.

There are often fun events and entertainment during the day on weekends, so it’s the perfect excuse to grab the gang and the leash, and head out for a day of fun with your dog.

308 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley

Bean On Dean

For that friendly neighbourhood coffee shop feel, you can’t go past Bean On Dean! With delicious coffee, cakes, sourdough toasties and a menu full of your carb-heavy brekkie faves, bring your doggo along to a relaxed weekend outing at this cosy cafe.

You might even spot the resident cafe pup, Wallace, if he’s spending the day lending a helping paw and serving puppachinos with his parents. As far as dog-friendly cafes in Brisbane go, this is one of the best.

45 Dean Street, Toowong

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