Tones at Soko

Tones at Soko is a well-rated cafe on Acacia Street in the Byron Arts and Industry Estate, set in the Habitat-area lifestyle complex. The pull for dog owners is a leafy outdoor courtyard where dogs are warmly welcomed, well away from the town-centre bustle.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the leafy outdoor courtyard and at the front entry, on lead at all times. The indoor space is tiny and counter-focused, so it is people only as standard. The courtyard is the spot to settle in, which makes this better for a relaxed sit than a quick footpath stop.

Good to know. It is known for fresh, well-plated lunches like the Tones banh mi and rice bowls, Allpress coffee, and bagels and pastries from The Bread Social. It runs mornings to early afternoon and is closed Sundays.

Getting there. It is at 4 Acacia Street, inside the estate near Ewingsdale Road and Bayshore Drive. Free street parking is available on Acacia and nearby, far easier than the town centre.

Nearby with the dogs. The Habitat walkways and quiet estate lanes are easy leashed walking, and Belongil Beach South dog exercise area is a short drive away for off-lead time.

Come on a quieter weekday for a calm courtyard table, since it gets busy at peak.

Sources

• Tones at Soko, Byron Bay · instagram.com
• Best Cafes in & Around Byron Bay · beachsuites.com.au
• Guide to dog areas in the Byron Shire · byron.nsw.gov.au

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