Francis Bean

Francis Bean is a coffee-focused cafe on Mari Street, one block back from the Alex Surf Club, with outdoor seating that welcomes dogs.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables on the sidewalk and courtyard. Keep leads on and dogs off chairs and tables. Staff have a reputation as friendly to four-legged visitors, though water bowls are not guaranteed, so bring your own on hot days.

Good to know. Francis Bean is known for its coffee and light breakfast and lunch menu, including acai bowls, bruschetta and chai lattes, and it draws a steady local crowd.

Getting there. Street parking on Mari Street fills quickly at peak times, so try Alexandra Parade or the Alex Surf Club car park and walk in.

Nearby with the dogs. The coastal pathway between Maroochydore and Mooloolaba runs close by, good for a walk before or after coffee, and Alexandra Headland beach is a short stroll across the road.

Go early on weekends before the footpath tables fill and street parking gets tight.

Sources

• Sunshine Coast Dog Friendly Cafes · sunshinecoastmagazine.com.au
• Francis Bean - Alexandra Headland Restaurants - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
• Francis Bean, Alexandra Headland - Cafe Restaurant Menu · agfg.com.au

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