Hamptons Espresso

Hamptons Espresso on Goshawk Boulevard in Buderim is one of those cafes that earns its following the slow way: consistent espresso, handwritten notes on the coffee lids, and a dog welcome that locals mention by name. It opens at 6am daily and trades through to around 2pm (1pm on Tuesdays), making it a first-stop coffee rather than a late lunch. The fit-out leans into its Hamptons styling, all relaxed and coastal.

The dog setup

Dogs are welcome on the outdoor terrace, where there is room to settle a dog beside your chair, and fresh water bowls are provided. On chilly mornings the staff even drape throw blankets over the outdoor chairs, which says most of what you need to know about the service. Dog treats or biscuits are usually on hand, so ask. Indoor seating follows the standard food-service rules, so plan on the terrace with your dog.

The vibe

The menu covers breakfast, brunch and lunch with genuinely healthy options alongside the classics, and the cabinet rotates through house-made cakes, banana bread and gluten-free treats. Coffee is the draw, house roasted and precise, with specialty options like the red velvet latte and matcha for the non-espresso camp. The 4.7-rating regulars are not exaggerating; staff are repeatedly called welcoming by name in reviews of the suburb's dog-friendly scene.

Getting there and parking

Find it at 2/9 Goshawk Boulevard, in a quieter pocket away from the Buderim village bustle. Free off-street parking sits at the door, with street parking nearby, so arriving with a dog in the car is painless.

Close by with the dogs

The Elizabeth Daniels Park Fenced Dog Park off Syd Lingard Drive is Buderim's dedicated off-leash space, fully fenced with separate small and large dog enclosures. In the E.J. Foote Memorial Sanctuary dogs are welcome on leash, protecting the wildlife there; under Sunshine Coast council rules dogs stay leashed in all unsigned public spaces. Brightwater Park Fenced Dog Park is nearby too, and Feeka espresso is another Buderim option.

For the wider region, see dog friendly cafes in QLD or the Buderim guide.