Al Dente The Brew Drive-Thru

Al Dente The Brew is a drive-thru coffee stop at 18 Charlotte Street, central Bathurst, built for the run that does not involve getting out of the car. With a dog in the back seat, that is the appeal: pull up, order, and keep the routine calm.

The dog setup. The drive-thru lane is the easy option with a dog aboard, no kerbside manoeuvring required. If you want to stretch your legs, the footpath outside the shopfront takes leashed dogs. Staff have a friendly reputation and may bring a water bowl on request, but bring your own to be sure.

Good to know. Locals rate the coffee and quick breakfast bites highly, with locally roasted beans and seasonal brunch items.

Getting there. Free street parking runs along Charlotte Street and nearby. The drive-thru queue can build during the weekday morning peak (roughly 5am to 9am) and on weekends, so allow a little extra time then.

If the dog needs a proper run after, Kefford Street Off-Leash Dog Park is a short drive and the Macquarie River walking tracks are close by on-leash.

Sources

• Al Denté Bathurst | Best Cafe Bathurst, New South Wales · aldentebathurst.com.au

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