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The Top Dog Friendly Cafes Brisbane Has to Offer

In this article you will learn about all the dog friendly cafes Brisbane has on offer.

Did you just search dog friendly cafe near me? If you are like me and love taking your furry four legged pal with you for coffee and/or snacks, then you’re going to love our article. We have personally tried out a number of these cafes, and we KNOW that they will welcome your doggo. So, if you are searching for a local cafe where you can take your pooch, then trust me when I say you will be glad to have found this list. Here we have the BEST list of cafes that are dog friendly across Brisbane.

We have rounded up a list of all of the best dog friendly cafes Brisbane has to offer! When looking for cafes that allow dogs, there are a huge range of dog friendly cafes across the whole of Brisbane. These locations are the perfect puppychino cafe experience for you and your furry friends.

Best dog friendly cafes

When on the search for dog friendly cafes, this article is will tell you if your local cafe is dog friendly. We have found that there are a huge amount of options for those seeking dog friendly places Brisbane. How lucky are we!?

Be sure to check out the range of dog friendly cafes in Brisbane below. Whether you are local or visiting, we have rounded up the best dog friendly cafes Brisbane so you don’t have too. To help you find your local cafe, we have broken our list into Brisbane Northside, Eastern suburbs, Western suburbs and Southside of Brisbane. And then this list is alphabetical.

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Dog friendly cafe north Brisbane

North Brisbane is brimming with dog friendly coffee shops. We think this side of Brisbane is one of the most dog friendly areas! Find your new favourite dog friendly coffee spot below.

Sea Salt and Vine | Scarborough

Right off the bat, I am starting with my favourite cafe for dogs at Sea Salt and Vine. I’ll be honest and admit I have only just found this one and can hand on heart say it is my new favourite! Located in Scarborough it is only a 4 minute drive from the designated off leash dog beach – Queens Beach North, Scarborough. It is located next to the Scarborough Holiday Village (near Morgans Seafood).

It is right on the tip of Scarborough in a beautiful location with a view looking north across to the Glasshouse Mountains! There is a designated water station for dogs (see photo above) as well as bowls scattered around the tables. I had banana bread and an iced latte and Xyla had a puppuccino. Perfection!

Baaia Cafe | Sandgate

Shorncliffe Pier dog walks
Shorncliffe Pier dog walks

Waterfront views? Yes please! Even your pooch will appreciate the location of this dog friendly cafe Sandgate. The uniquely crafted menu is full of many delicious delights.

Families Tip: You can take your pooch for a walk on the Shorncliffe Pier afterwards!

Click here to find your way to this pawesome cafe

Bean and Bark | Nudgee Beach

This pop up coffee van is the perfect dog friendly cafe. You can grab a coffee to take on your walk, or end your walk with a fresh drink. This is also a dog wash cafe Brisbane! On Fridays, you can do a DIY dog wash or they offer full service hydro baths on Saturdays and Sundays! We even know why Nudgee Beach is perfect for dogs, take a look!

Enjoy a coffee and wash your dog in one!

Willow Coffee + Pantry | Brighton

For a dog friendly cafe Brighton, you can’t go past Willow Coffee + Pantry. They offer a light breakfast, lunch and sweet treats. They pour fresh Fox Coffee which will absolutely hit the spot.

Visit this dog friendly cafe Brighton

Cafe 63 | Redcliffe

For a dog friendly cafe Redcliffe, Cafe 63 is a great spot. They are open Sunday to Monday and have an all day breakfast and lunch menu. The location on Redcliffe parade makes it nice and central.

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Joedy’s Cafe | New Farm

Marketing themselves as the best hidden secret in New Farm, this tucked away looks to impress. They have delicious coffee and plenty of yummy eats! The outdoor seating option makes it perfect for your four legged friend to tag along.

Be sure to take your pooch to this dog friendly cafe New Farm 

Blvd Bar & Cafe | North Lakes

If you are located near North Lakes and searching dog cafe near me, Blvd Bar & Cafe is your go to. They have fine food and coffee galore.

Find out more on this 4-legged friendly coffee spot here

BrisBean Coffee | Alderley

For a great pet friendly cafe in Alderley, BrisBean is a must visit. They roast their own beans and make their food in house!

No family member will be left out at this cafe

Coco Cozy Cafe | Kelvin Grove

This cafe has not left anyone out. With a delicious range of food and drinks for all!

Enjoy a coffee with your furry friend here

Retroespresso | Wavell Heights

The perfect location to sit outside with your furry friend and enjoy a cup of coffee. This dog friendly cafe pride themselves on good coffee and great service.

Visit this pup-tastic venue 

Beanbag Espresso | Wavell Heights

If you are in Wavell Heights and searching dog cafe near me, Beanbag Espresso is a great spot. They serve Cleanskin coffee, alongside plenty of cakes and sweet treats.

Click here to find your way to this pawesome cafe

Fuzzy Duck Cafe | Kedron

Try saying the name of this cafe ten times super quickly! This cafe is vibrant, quirky and casual. We love that this fun place is a one of the coffee shops that allow dogs.

Puppacinos all round at this cafe

The Drowned Rat Espresso Bar | Clontarf

Located on the Redcliffe peninsula in a gorgeous location. If you are searching dog friendly coffee shops near me and are located near Clontarf, you will love this spot.

Find out more on this 4-legged friendly coffee spot here

Cafe 63, Ascot | Hamilton

The spot to go for barista-brewed coffee and delicious breakfast burgers. Your pups will love resting at your feet on the beautiful terrace.

Check out the delicious menu

Two Streets Over | Gordon Park

With fresh brews and toasties, Two Streets Over is the perfect place for your morning brew. Your fluffy friend will love relaxing on the outdoor deck.

Enjoy a coffee with your furry friend here

Fox Coffee | Geebung

If you are searching puppy cafe near me and live near Geebung, you have hit the coffee lottery! Fox Coffee has everything from freshly brewed hot to a range of cold brew options too. The venue is perfect to take your four-legged friend along.

No family member will be left out at this cafe

Alcove Cafe & Deli | Wilston

They pride themselves on delicious specialty coffee and fantastic food. What more could you want! When in Wilston and searching cafes that allow dogs near me, we think you should definitely check out Alcove Cafe and Deli!

Visit this pup-tastic venue

Hamlet on Charlton | Ascot

If you are located in Ascot and on the hunt for a cafe near me dog friendly, we have you covered. Hamlet on Charlton have a courtyard perfect for humans and dogs to enjoy. 

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Nana & Da’s | Kedron

If you are searching a ‘cafe dog friendly near me’ with specialty coffee and home style food, look no further. Nana & Da’s is a lovely location with an outdoor seating option to have your little fluffy friends by your side.

Find out more on this 4-legged friendly coffee spot here

Two Hounds Espresso | Northgate

This industrial inspired coffee shop offer locally roasted Baxter & Sons coffee and baked treats. With undercover seating, the whole family can perch together here.

Puppuccinos all round at this cafe

Saabi on Manson | Hendra

This down-to-earth funky cafe is the perfect place to take the whole family. They have specialty coffee and offer light meals. The patio tables are what make it a perfect puppy cafe. A great spot to check out if you are on the hunt for a cafe for dogs near me.

No family member will be left out at this cafe

The Hideout Coffee House | Narangba

This relaxing space offers an option for those who reside in Narangba searching for cafe dog friendly near me. With locally roasted specialty coffee and homemade baked goods – yum!

Enjoy a coffee with your furry friend here

Shambhala Espresso | Wooloowin

This dog friendly cafe Brisbane is somewhere the whole family will enjoy. This garden cafe offers peace and tranquility. A place of calm for humans and puppies!

Visit this pup-tastic venue

Told You So Cafe | North Lakes

The outdoor seating option at Told You So Cafe makes it a perfect option for those searching cafe near me dog friendly. They pride themselves on coffee, community and connection.

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Petrichor & Co | Hamilton

Coffee and all day dining with a Colombian twist? Say no more. This puppy friendly cafe has outdoor dining where your little friends can join you.

Find out more on this 4-legged friendly coffee spot here

The Gardens Club | Brisbane City

This dog friendly cafe Botanic Gardens is open 7 days a week and serves menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They have an outdoor seating area where you can perch with your pooch, enjoying a coffee after a stroll around the beautiful gardens. If you are looking for a Botanic Garden dog friendly cafe spot, be sure to check out The Gardens Club.

Visit this pup-tastic spot

Victoria Park | Herston

Victoria Park bistro is dog friendly
Victoria Park bistro is dog friendly and has a great view!

The bistro at Victoria Park they welcome dogs by allowing them to accompany their owners on the outdoor patio, where water bowls are provided for their refreshment. The staff actively encourages patrons with canine companions to bring them along for a meal and treats furry visitors with warmth and attention.

Bring your well behaved pooch to Victoria Park here

Dog Friendly Cafe East Brisbane

We love how dog friendly Brisbane is! See below for a list of dog friendly cafes nearby East Brisbane.

Bellissimo Coffee | Bulimba

This warehouse inspired coffee shop is a wonderful option for a coffee shop with dogs. They have a lovely outdoor (but undercover) seating area, that the pooches will feel at home in. They offer delicious food and yummy coffee too!

Visit this East Brisbane dog friendly cafe

Backstreet Espresso | Carina

Nestled in a quiet backstreet of Carina, is you guessed it – Backstreet Espresso. The perfect place to stop in for a hot brew with your puppy in hand (or on a leash we should say).

Enjoy a coffee with your four-legged friend here

Frenchies Cafe | Wynnum

If you are looking for a pet friendly cafe Brisbane, Frenchies Cafe in Wynnum is one to visit. They offer breakfast, lunch, coffee and cabinet pastries and cakes. What more could you need!

Find out more information on this dog friendly cafe

Dramanti | Wynnum

This Wynnum warehouse style cafe offers specialty coffee, that truly is an experience to drink. Doggies will love relaxing in the outdoor area while you enjoy your cuppa!

Have a coffee with your delightful doggie here

gSPOT Espresso | Thornlands

When searching dog friendly places in Brisbane, you can’t look past gSPOT Espresso. The outdoor seating area will be very appreciated by your four legged friends who can relax on the grass area.

Visit this East Brisbane dog friendly cafe

Elaine on Gordon’s Cafe | Ormiston

Located in the heart of Cleveland and close to the water. This dog friendly cafe Brisbane has lovely places to sit and offers a wide range of eating options for great affordable prices.

Enjoy a coffee with your four-legged friend here

Mickle Pickle Espresso | Tingalpa

With a cool name, and an even cooler venue. Mickle Pickle Espresso is a great find for those who search cafe near me dog friendly and live near Tingalpa. The menu has something for everyone! The dogs will love the outdoor astro-turfed area.ed

Find out more information on this dog friendly cafe

Banter | Manly West

Banter Coffee House in Manley West has a huge undercover dining area where doggies are welcome! This pet friendly cafe Brisbane is the the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee with your little (or big) furry friend.

Have a coffee with your delightful doggie here

Rabbit Hole Cafe & Bar | Seven Hills and Wynnum

For suburban home-style meals and amazing coffee, we love these locations. With a venue in both Seven Hills and in Wynum. It is the perfect puppy friendly cafe friendly cafe with its outdoor seating area where you can perch your four-legged friend.

Visit this East Brisbane dog friendly cafe

Dog Friendly Cafe South Brisbane

Curious dog in the cafe
Cute Labrador in a Brisbane cafe

There are an abundant amount of cafes Brisbane southside that are dog friendly. Offering plenty of places to take your furry friends for a morning cup of coffee.

The Coffee Nook | Mansfield

This small industrial style cafe located in Mansfield is a great. They offer delicious coffee and a small but mighty amount of treats. The outside seating make it great to take your dog along.

Visit this South Brisbane dog friendly cafe

Extraction Artisan Coffee | Slacks Creek

When on the hunt for coffee shops that allow dogs on the southside, Extraction is a great spot. They have brilliant coffee and a delicious menu. They have seating indoor and outdoor on a cosy deck, where puppies are welcome to join.

Enjoy a coffee with your four-legged bestie here

Todd & Pup Cafe | Moorooka

Located in a leafy street is Todd & Pup Cafe. This venue is perfect for your dogs as it has an astro-turfed deck area with lots of shade. They offer delicious coffee and an all day menu that will make you drool.

Have a coffee with your doggie here

Woofissimo Cafe & Restaurant | MacGregor

If you search best dog friendly cafes near me and are located near MacGregor, you are a winner! Woofissimo is the best dog friendly cafes Brisbane has to offer. This cafe is furnished for dog lovers, crowded with pictures and sculptures of you guessed it – dogs! The menu has food and drinks for humans, and even a section dedicated to doggies!

Visit this pup-tactic coffee spot

Sweet Treats Dessert Cafe | Eight  Mile Plains

The place if you have a sweet tooth! This menu will fill all your sweet cravings. When finding cafes for dogs, you are really looking for an outdoor area that is shaded or a place that welcomes our little furry friends indoors. At Sweet Treats Dessert Cafe, you will love the outdoor covered seating area.

Enjoy a coffee at this paw-some location

Best Florist & Espresso Bar | Mount Gravatt

If you like to stop and smell the roses, and enjoy a coffee – we have a spot for you. When searching cafe dog friendly, this florist & espresso bar in Mount Gravatt is a great place to enjoy.

Visit this South Brisbane dog friendly cafe

Kith ‘n’ Chow | Mount Gravatt

This is one of the best dog friendly cafes South Brisbane has to offer.  It is a pet friendly venue with a full outdoor seating area, making it perfect for the whole family. They offer a quality all day breakfast and fresh coffee!

Enjoy a coffee with your four-legged bestie here

Lucky Cat Cafe | Annerley

So maybe not dogs… but deserving to be here nonetheless. This pet friendly Brisbane cafe homes lots of adorable little cats for you to go in and love on. All whilst enjoying coffee and some light refreshments –  purrfect!

Visit this purrfect cat cafe here

Southside Bistro | Sunnybank

This restaurant is the perfect lunch and dinner spot. They offer an Australian and Asian fusion inspired menu overflowing with delicious eats. They have an outdoor covered seating area and a dedicated puppy menu on its way too!  This will bring it to the top of the list of dog friendly cafes in Brisbane.

Visit this pup-tactic lunch spot

Esher St Cafe & Deli | Tarragindi

If you live near Tarragindi and are searching for coffee shops near me dog friendly. Esher St Cafe and Deli is the perfect place. They have a yummy gourmet menu with breakfast and lunch options.

Enjoy a coffee at this paw-some location

Black Lab Coffee | Tarragindi

When on the hunt for dog friendly coffee near me, Black Lab Coffee should be a go to. This is a specialty dog cafe! You can enjoy a coffee whilst also grabbing a dog lead, collar or tag for your puppy.

Visit this South Brisbane dog friendly cafe

St Coco Cafe | Daisy Hill

If you live in Daisy Hill and are on the hunt for a cafe with dogs near me, look no further. This cafe made the top 50 cafes in Brisbane and for good reason. They offer specialty coffee and heaps of signature dishes that will make you drool. The outside seating is perfect to perch with your fluffy friend.

Have a coffee with your doggie here

The Foxy | Loganholme

For a dog friendly breakfast Brisbane, The Foxy in Loganholme is perfect. They offer specialty coffee of all kinds and an amazing menu full of breakfast and lunch goodies. The outdoor covered seating area is your go to seating if you have your four-legged friend in tow.

Enjoy a coffee with your four-legged bestie here

Dog Friendly Cafe West Brisbane

dog friendly cafe in Brisbane
Dog friendly cafe in Brisbane

RSPCA Black Cat Cafe | Wacol

We know this is cats and not dogs, but we think this one is well worth the mention. While enjoying some of their range of food and drinks available, you can sit and observe the RSPCA cats that are available to adopt. How cute!

Look at this purrfect cat cafe

Tocco Italiano Ristorante Pizzeria and Caffe | Chelmer

Not the place for a dog friendly breakfast Brisbane, but certainly the place for a dog friendly dinner, this restaurant is a must. Enjoy a delicious Italian meal with your four-legged friend at your feet.

Enjoy an Italian meal at this paw-some location

Bean on Dean | Toowong

A great dog cafe Brisbane option! Bean on Dean prides themselves on being human, child and dog friendly! Making it perfect for the whole family. They have a menu of classic cafe favourites.

Visit this West Brisbane dog friendly cafe

Goodness Gracious Cafe | Graceville

If you search dog coffee shop near me and live near Graceville, you are in luck. Goodness Gracious Cafe offer high quality coffee, food and service. They are located in a beautiful heritage stone location with an outdoor seating area perfect for your pup to accompany you.

Enjoy a coffee with your four-legged bestie here

Piggy Black Cafe | Jindalee

Located in a shopping strip, but offering outdoor seating, Piggy Black Cafe is a great dog friendly coffee spot. They serve fresh Fonzie Abbot coffee and yummy bites to eat.

Have a coffee with your doggie here

Dog friendly cafe Brisbane

So no matter where you reside in Brisbane, if you search dog-friendly cafes near me you are bound to find an option! From north, east, south to west, we have found the best places to enjoy a coffee (or meal!) with your pooch in tow. We know that dogs are important family pets and just as important as humans, so why should they be left out! We hope you find and enjoy one of the dog friendly cafe options we have listed above.

If you are looking for a doggy daycare in Brisbane for your furry friend, we know that too. Or if you want to take your pooch to the beach that welcome dogs on the Sunshine Coast or dog friendly Gold Coast beaches, we’ve got you covered! If you are busy and need a dog walker in Brisbane, check out that article! And we also know all the best off leash dog parks around Brisbane! Camping your thing? Check out these dog friendly camping spots near Brisbane. And if you are thinking of rescuing a dog in Brisbane, check out our detailed article. You. Are. Welcome!

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Janine Mergler

Janine Mergler is a veteran Queensland teacher, graduating from QUT with a BEd majoring in Social Sciences. After many years in the classroom, Janine moved on to academia. She has proudly trained new generations of teachers in her role as a lecturer at Queensland University of Technology Faculty of Education. She has also worked in the Queensland Government as an education specialist, developing education resources and delivering community awareness programs to help families conserve water. Currently she is the owner and editor of Families Magazine, a publication specifically targeted at parents who value a quality education for children.  Janine leads a team of professionals who write about family lifestyle, early childhood, schools and education information and family-friendly events.

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