Two Tides Cafe

Two Tides is a relaxed, community-minded cafe at the rear of the Centrepoint complex on Bulcock Street, Caloundra. Dogs are welcome on the verandah seating, so it makes a calm coffee or brunch stop just off the main strip.

The dog setup. Dogs join you on the outdoor verandah seating, reached through the Centrepoint walkthrough, while the indoor area stays for people and assistance animals. Bulcock Street cafes are generally dog-savvy, but carry your own portable water bowl since amenities here can vary.

Good to know. It does quality coffee and casual brunch, wraps and nachos, and is fully licensed for a weekend cocktail. The vibe is local and low-key rather than a beachfront destination, which makes it an easy weekday stop.

Getting there. The address is 3/50 Bulcock Street, at the back of Centrepoint. Street parking runs along Bulcock Street but gets busy, with public car parks and the Centrepoint complex nearby. It is an easy walk down the main shopping strip.

Nearby with the dogs. Bulcock Beach is a short walk away for a foreshore stroll on lead, and the Caloundra coastal path runs on from there. Small grassed areas along the foreshore give a spot to pause.

When to go. Weekday mornings are calmest with a dog. The verandah sits off the main strip, so it stays a touch quieter than the beachfront cafes on a busy weekend.

Sources

• Two Tides Cafe · twotidescafe.com
• Two Tides Cafe - Caloundra Chamber · facebook.com

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