WoodHouse Cafe

The setup. WoodHouse Cafe sits at 170a High Street on the Belmont strip, and dogs are welcome in the courtyard tucked behind the main building. That rear position is the draw here: it keeps you and the dog off busy High Street, so a nervous dog gets a calmer spot than the footpath tables out front.

Water and treats. Water bowls are usually out in the pet-friendly area, and staff are used to dogs coming through. Indoors is off-limits under the usual Victorian food rules, so plan to sit in the courtyard.

Known for. Breakfast and lunch through the day (open 7am to 4pm daily), locally roasted coffee, and a solid run of vegan options including vege jaffles and smashed avo. Service moves quickly even when it is busy.

Getting there. Street parking runs along High Street but fills through the morning; the side streets nearby are your backup. Easy to fold into a walk, with the Barwon River tracks a short stroll away.

Worth knowing. The courtyard is compact, so it suits a well-behaved dog happy to settle rather than a big mover. Pair it with a river walk before or after and it earns the stop.

Sources

• WoodHouse Cafe · woodhousecafe.com.au
• WoodHouse Cafe, Belmont - Reviews · tripadvisor.com.au

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