The Best Dog Friendly Pubs, Bars and Cafes in Essendon and Surrounds

Essendon is a vibrant suburb located approximately 10 km north of Melbourne’s Central Business District. Known for its rich history, diverse community, and array of recreational activities, Essendon offers visitors a blend of urban amenities and suburban charm. There are plenty of great dog friendly cafes and bars that welcome your furry friend to join you, with many of them having treats available for their furry customers.

Here are our TOP 12 dog friendly cafes and bars in the area.

DOG FRIENDLY CAFES & BARS IN ESSENDON

1. Benny & Me

25 Rose Street, Essendon

Benny & Me is a family run dog friendly cafe in the heart of Essendon.

“Located on the popular Rose Street, we are focused on delivering a positive experience within the community and serving high quality food and coffee. We deliver a great happy service and always put our customers first”

Dogs are always warmly welcome at Benny & Me and they even have treats available for the furry customers.

2. Primrose & Wine

80 Primrose Street, Essendon

Primrose & Vine is a dog friendly boutique wine shop / bar in Essendon. Small dog friendly outdoor seating at the front to sit down for a glass or two with your pooch. 

DOG FRIENDLY CAFES & BARS IN MOONEE PONDS

3. Convoy

109 Pascoe Vale Road

Convoy is a dog friendly cafe with a great location next to Queens Park in Moonee Ponds. Chilled atmosphere, great menu and friendly service is inviting locals and visitors from further away to sit and relax at the beautiful outdoor seating area. It’s a very popular spot for brunch and lunch you might want to drop them a call upfront to make a booking. Dogs are always welcome to join you at Convoy (covered outdoor seating).

The fit-out has warm timber, chunky marble benchtops and stone tiling throughout. There are also plenty of private nooks, corner tables and an airy wraparound deck – with brick retaining walls, lush garden beds and room for 75 people.

4. Valley Cellar Door

18 Hall Street, Moonee Ponds

Valley Cellar Door is arguably one of the best dog friendly wine bars in Moonee Ponds. Dogs are always welcome at the outdoor seating area.

5. Holmes Hall

15 Holmes Road, Moonee Ponds

Holmes Hall is a dog friendly bar in Moonee Ponds with an award winning beer garden, which doggies are always welcome to join you.

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6. Little Byrd

160 Union Road, Ascot Vale

Little Byrd is a dog friendly cafe & restaurant in Ascot Vale. Delicious meals, which also look absolutely stunning served with a big heart by the team led by the owner Robby himself. Dog friendly outdoor seating area is great place to enjoy your meal and watch the worked go by. Whether it is a light smoothie or a cosy cup of matcha you are after, Little Byrd has you covered.

Explore our menu filled with delicious dishes, each crafted to satisfy your hunger and bring joy to your taste buds. From savory meals packed with flavor to sweet treats for a delightful finish, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Little Byrd.

Locals all time favourite in the area that is worth a visit even from a little further away. Dogs are always welcome to join you and they also have yummy treats available for the furry customers.

7. Telve

528 Mt Alexander Road, Ascot Vale

Telve is a dog friendly cafe in Ascot Vale with great coffee and friendly service with heaps of smiles and laughs. The love when the furry customers come and visit them, so expect a lot of pats and cuddles from the staff. Dogs are always welcome on the outdoor seating area and they also have treats available for the furry customers. Great selection of kebabs and wraps for the two legged customers.

8. Old Man Drew

359 Mt Alexander Road, Ascot Vale

Old Man Drew is a great spot to relax with your pooch. Step back in time and wander through the space alongside birds and butterflies. Dog friendly vintage garden is simply mesmerising place to enjoy your coffee, breakfast or lunch. Enjoy the lovingly looked after plants and flowers with plenty of hidden seating within the garden that seats over 200 people. It is impossible to do justice to this stunning place with words as it really needs to be experienced live. Several open fires only add to the authenticity of the garden.

Dogs are also looked after with water bowls and treats.

9. Union Hotel

252 Union Road, Ascot Vale

Union Hotel is a laid-back, multi-room pub, a converted 1878 hotel, with bistro eats, TVs for sports & a dog friendly beer garden.

10. Ascot Vale Hotel

447 Mt Alexander Road, Ascot Vale

Ascot Vale Hotel is a dog friendly pub with two separate dog friendly outdoor areas. This 1875 gem caters for everyone, whether you are hopping off the tram for a quick glass, impressing a loved one or celebrating an event with close friends or family

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11. Saint Lloyd

5A Lloyd Street, Strathmore

Saint Lloyd is a great dog friendly cafe and restaurant in Strathmore, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dogs are always warmly welcome to join you for a meal at the inviting outdoor seating area. The cafe includes all of your favourites for breakfast and lunch with a full restaurant style menu for dinner including a comprehensive wine list and beer on tap. Treats for furry customers are also available.

12. Edward Abbott Wine Bar

315 Napier Street, Strathmore

Edward Abbott Wine Bar is a dog friendly bar in Strathmore. Dogs are always welcome at the outdoor seating area to join you for a glass or two.