Make no bones about it: whether you have your own pooch in tow or you’re looking for somewhere to sneak in a few puppy pats, dogs and dog lovers from all walks of life are welcome at this dog-friendly cafe in Meadowbank. Butcher and the Farmer Meadowbank is conveniently located just a stone’s throw away from Ryde wharf on the ground floor of the new Shepherds Bay apartments, which are fronted by a spacious green lawn AKA the ideal dog playground. Just around the corner you’ll reach Meadowbank Park – a sprawling parkland with an off-leash area where dogs can run free, social