Yaye's Cafe

Yaye's Cafe sits inside the Araluen Cultural Precinct on Larapinta Drive, a relaxed breakfast-and-brunch spot with shaded outdoor seating right by the arts precinct's museums.

Dogs on leash are welcome in the outdoor seating area, which is shaded and comfortable even on hot Alice Springs days. There's no dedicated water bowl confirmed, so bring your own just in case.

Known for empanadas, ham and cheese croissants, eggs benny and well-regarded coffee, with a relaxed, community feel that locals treat as a regular haunt.

Getting there. Free off-street parking is available right at the precinct, and locals describe it as easy, safe parking just off the main road.

Nearby with the dogs. The Central Australian Aviation Museum is about 50 metres away and worth a wander before or after your coffee, and the wider Araluen Cultural Precinct gives you open ground to stretch your dog's legs. The West MacDonnell Ranges start not far down Larapinta Drive if you want to extend the outing.

When to go. Mornings are the move here, the cafe runs 7am to 2pm most days (8am to 1pm Sunday) and shaded seating makes the outdoor tables bearable even once the sun is up. Confirm current leash and seating rules at the counter if you're visiting for the first time.

Sources

• Yaye's Cafe - Alice Springs Restaurants - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
• Yaye's Cafe, Alice Springs - AGFG · agfg.com.au
• Yaye's Cafe (@yayes_cafe) · Alice Springs, NT - Instagram · instagram.com

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.