The Hatter and the Hare

The Hatter and the Hare is a whimsical, Alice in Wonderland themed cafe on Scoresby Road in Bayswater, known for elaborate cakes and a maximalist fit-out, and for genuinely welcoming dogs to its outdoor seating.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area at the front of the cafe, on a lead and under control at all times. The heavily decorated indoor dining room is for humans only, in line with standard food-safety rules for cafes. Staff have been known to bring out a water bowl for dogs waiting outside.

Known for. Reviewers keep coming back for the cakes and desserts, generous portion sizes, and the Instagram-ready presentation that matches the theme. There are vegan options on the menu too, so it is worth checking with staff if that matters to your visit.

Getting there and parking. The cafe is at 1/199 Scoresby Road, Bayswater, near the Stud Road intersection. On-site parking exists but fills fast given how busy the place gets, so check for extra parking behind the complex via the side driveway, or look for a street spot on the nearby side streets.

When to go. Weekday mornings are the easiest way to get an outdoor table without a wait. Bring a lead you trust and expect a busy car park if you arrive at peak brunch times.

Sources

• The Hatter and the Hare - Facebook · facebook.com
• The Hatter and the Hare I Cafe I Bayswater I Melbourne · broadsheet.com.au
• New cafe's popularity is no fairytale · heraldsun.com.au
• The Hatter and The Hare, Bayswater - mamma knows east · mammaknowseast.com.au
• The Hatter And The Hare - Bayswater Restaurants - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
• The Hatter & The Hare, Bayswater - Cafe Restaurant Menu · agfg.com.au

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