The Golden Bean

A local coffee roaster built around quick drive-through service, The Golden Bean is a grab-and-go stop that genuinely makes a fuss of dogs. Its Lake Weeroona site, on the corner of Napier and Nolan Streets, is the one to pair with a lake walk.

The dog setup. This is a drive-through and grab-and-go operation rather than a sit-down cafe, so dogs come along for the quick stop. Staff are known to hand out water and treats to four-legged regulars, so it is a friendly pause mid-walk. The Lake Weeroona site is the easiest for owners on foot.

Good to know. The headline is locally roasted coffee with a strong reputation for flavour, plus juices, and famously warm service for people and dogs alike.

Getting there and parking. There are two main sites: Lake Weeroona on the corner of Napier and Nolan Streets, handy for parking and a walk, and Kangaroo Flat at 227 High Street on the main road. Both are set up for a fast, easy stop.

Nearby with the dogs. The Lake Weeroona site sits right by the lake's on-lead loop. From the Kangaroo Flat site, Crusoe Reservoir's walking trails are a short drive.

Best as a coffee stop bookending a Lake Weeroona walk. Good for any dog, since you are barely off your feet.

Sources

• The Golden Bean - Bendigo · instagram.com
• The Golden Bean, Kangaroo Flat - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au

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