TASTE TEXTURE

Taste Texture is a family-run brunch cafe on Botany Road in Alexandria, turning out Asian-fusion plates and creative coffee. The draw for dog owners is simple: dogs are welcome both at the outdoor tables and inside, so the weather does not dictate whether you can bring yours.

The dog setup. Seating is casual and table-serviced, with footpath tables out front and room for a dog at your feet inside. Keep your dog leashed and settled under the table. Bring your own water bowl to be safe, though staff have a friendly reputation with regulars and their dogs.

Good to know. The kitchen leans into generous fusion brunch, soft shell crab spaghetti, short rib mac and cheese, fluffy American pancakes, plus matcha French toast and creative lattes. Portions are large and prices sit in the usual brunch range, so come hungry.

Getting there. Find it at 358 Botany Road, a short walk from Green Square station. Street parking is available on Botany Road and the surrounding residential streets, but it tightens on weekends, so allow extra time or arrive early.

Nearby with the dogs. Sydney Park, with its large off-leash areas, is a short drive away and makes an easy pairing with brunch here. The leafy Alexandria backstreets are good for a pre-coffee stroll.

When to go. Weekday mornings are the calm window; weekends fill fast and parking gets harder. Good for dogs who settle happily in a busy, social room.

Sources

• TASTE TEXTURE - Reviews, Photos & Phone Number · taste-texture.wheree.com

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