Skinny Boy Jim

Skinny Boy Jim is a casual neighbourhood brunch cafe in the Aspendale backstreets, a short walk from the train station and the beach. It pours Allpress coffee and runs an all-day menu, and the outdoor courtyard is where dogs are made welcome.

The dog setup. The sunny courtyard is the spot for dogs, with water bowls kept out and staff who are happy to see them. There is some footpath seating at the front as well. Dogs are not taken inside, so plan for the outdoor tables, which is no hardship on a fine morning.

Good to know. Allpress espresso, a broad all-day brunch menu, and a quieter feel than the Nepean Highway cafes thanks to the tucked-away location. Reviewers rate the coffee and the relaxed courtyard.

Getting there. Street parking is easy on the surrounding residential streets, and it is a short walk from Aspendale Railway Station on the Frankston line. Listings vary on the exact street number, so check the map pin before you set off.

Aspendale Beach is minutes away for a walk either side of coffee, though beach dog restrictions apply over summer, so check the current off-leash hours.

Sources

• Skinny Boy Jim (@skinny_boy_jim) - Instagram · instagram.com
• Skinny Boy Cafe | Aspendale VIC - Facebook · facebook.com

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