Cafe Twenty Two

Cafe Twenty Two is a small brunch and lunch spot at Unit 16, 22-24 Rhur Street in the Dandenong South industrial precinct, popular with locals and the area's workers for its coffee and cooked breakfasts. It is not a destination cafe, but the outdoor seating takes dogs and the parking is easy.

The dog setup

Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area out front, on lead. Staff are used to pets and the space works well for a relaxed coffee stop, but there is no fenced yard or dedicated water bowls, so bring your own water and a mat if your dog needs one.

The vibe

Reviewers consistently rate the coffee and brunch food highly, and describe a friendly, casual room with free Wi-Fi. The menu covers hot and cold breakfast and lunch plates with vegetarian-friendly options, sweet and savoury baked treats, and quick bites at budget-friendly prices. It is more a quick-bite and work-break stop than a lingering weekend cafe.

Max: 5am open, flat white in hand, dog tied up at the footpath table while the tradies file in. Does the job.

Getting there and parking

The cafe sits on Rhur Street in the Dandenong South industrial area, with free off-street parking right at the venue, so there is no need to circle for a spot. It opens at 5am on weekdays and closes early afternoon, and it is closed on weekends, so plan a weekday visit.

Close by with the dogs

The Greaves Reserve dog off-leash area in Dandenong is a short drive north if your dog needs a proper run after coffee, and Banjo Patterson Dog Park at Lynbrook is another nearby option. If you want a second stop in the area, Miss Tilly's Delights at Lynbrook is the local pick.

More options are in the Victoria dog-friendly cafes list and the Dandenong South guide.