B-Side

B-Side is a small, music-leaning day cafe and wine bar on Lonsdale Street in Braddon, pouring coffee roasted locally by Intra and running a tight, thoughtful brunch menu. For dog owners it is a front-row footpath seat on one of Canberra's busiest cafe strips.

The dog setup. Dogs sit at the outdoor footpath tables; as a compact venue, indoors is for people only. The outdoor seating is close-packed, so it suits smaller dogs or larger ones happy to settle quietly beside you rather than sprawl. Staff are welcoming to dogs and water is usually available, but bring your own bowl to be sure.

Good to know. The menu reads short and considered, anchovy and tomato toast, peas on toast, sourdough, plus matcha and milk coffees. It is a vibrant, busy spot rather than a quiet one, so expect atmosphere.

Getting there. Address is 27 Lonsdale Street. Street parking on Lonsdale and Elouera Streets is limited and paid, with nearby parking stations as backup; it is a short walk from Civic. Haig Park is a few minutes on foot for a walk either side of brunch.

Get in early on weekends, the footpath tables are the prize and they fill fast.

Sources

• B-Side Braddon · b-side.com.au
• B-Side, Braddon - SMH Good Food review · smh.com.au

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